Iona Island Component Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve

Even from 202, this outcropping is a sight to behold. Nestled in the valley, Iona Island preserves the land's natural beauty as well as diverse ecology. I drove in (when the road was not flooded) to see a thorough posterboard of the wildlife and diversity in the preserve. Railroad tracks run under an old Naval ammunition center (closed to the public. I didn't do a ton of exploring, but the map indicated there are some trails to hike around the island. A huge number of songbirds and hunting birds (including the bald eagle!) nest and make homes here. I wish I could share sounds as well as pictures, as there was an orchestra of birdsong the whole time I was there.

Great place to see so many incredible sites

Beautiful place to explore and look for birds

Beautiful little preserve...I recommend you come with little expectation and just enjoy the serenity and the birds.

Place is quite awesome

Great that this area is preserved!

Great place for a walk

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Maravilloso..

There is no such place you can get, with a walking path