This is a little out of the way for most people but worth it. The views are uninterrupted and not crowded. The area the different and unique.
The lighthouse is small but worth the visit. The bridge is amazing and the cliffs on the New Jersey Shore are beautiful

Worry the walk I’d say! Was nice to see New York from this angle too. You can walk right upto the light house and it’s well maintained

Worth the hike up here from lower in Manhattan cause you really get to take a break from the city life and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The lighthouse is small and it wasn’t too crowded nearby on the day I was there. Would go back again for more nice pictures!

If you love taking photos, the Riverbank State Park trail is perfect for you. It's filled with spots to capture beautiful portraits and landscapes. You can walk all the way from Battery Park to Inwood Park, passing by Inspiration Point along the trail. If you like to walk, it's a quick 20-minute stroll from the 181st A train station, just four blocks away from the trail entrance.

The view of the bridge is pretty awesome. The lighthouse is a very cute photo spot. I ride up on the Hudson, it is a great ride for cyclists of all levels.
If you are looking to avoid crowds, my pro tip is to start your ride on 125th street and go during work hours. Anything south of 125th seems to always feel a little crowded.
Enjoy! Wear your helmet!