Hudson River Valley

Two of my friends from London were visiting this past week and we took the opportunity to take a trip out of New York City and into the Hudson River Valley - about a 2hr train ride north.

We took the metro-north train from Grand Central to Poughkeepsie and from there we hired a car to drive around in.

The Autumn colours, for which the area is well-known, were at their peak the weekend before. However, we still saw some amazing colours. As is always the way, the photos below don't do the scenery justice, but you will get a good idea of what it was like.

Near High Falls

Deer. He just stood there and let me take several photos of him and then he must have had enough as he just slowly wandered off!

Part of the 'Rail Trail' walking trail - New Paltz

Near High Falls

Typical scene from along the road

Within the gardens of the Vanderbilt mansion, near Hyde Park

Vanderbilt Mansion, near Hyde Park

Abstract! Not really sure what this is! It was done as an accident, but I think it is kinda cool!