We don't know about you, but as soon as the air starts to cool down, we start looking forward to viewing the fall foliage in New York. Autumn is such an amazing time and it's so great to see the vivid colors of the season sneaking up on us in the Empire State. There is a huge variety of ways to get out and enjoy leaf-peeping opportunities in New York, from hikes to road trips. However, none of them are quite like the adventure that we have in store for you today. This trip will take you down into the breathtaking Hudson Valley region to a very special bridge. The Bear Mountain Bridge Walkway will let you surround yourself with fall colors in New York like nowhere else.

The Bear Mountain Bridge in New York stretches across the Hudson River. At over 2,200 feet in length, it's quite impressive, but never more so than in the fall, when it is surrounded by amazing colors.

The bridge is actually formally known as the Purple Heart Veterans Memorial Bridge, but colloquially called the Bear Mountain Bridge. By any name, it's been wowing residents and out-of-towners alike for nearly 100 years now.

The Bear Mountain Bridge was opened up in the fall of 1924. It's actually the oldest structure that is part of the New York State Bridge Authority.

Since opening up almost a century ago, the bridge has become a popular route to travel along via car. However, it's also a beloved spot for taking a stroll on foot!

That's right: if you want to soak in the sights from Bear Mountain Bridge, there's no better way to experience this historic structure than via the walkway that will allow you to cross it on foot.

Some may come to walk across the bridge after exploring nearby gems like Bear Mountain State Park. Others end up crossing it due to the fact that it's the Hudson River crossing on the Appalachian Trail.

The bridge spans a total of 2,255 feet. You'll be amazed by all of the vibrant fall colors that surround you here, right above one of the narrowest points on the Hudson River.

Every inch of the Hudson Valley is absolutely magnificent. Walking across this great bridge will give you a bird's eye view of it all, even the trains passing by along the riverfront.

This will be your new favorite pedestrian walkway. It was once the world record holder for the longest suspension bridge in the world. See what it's like to view the fall foliage in New York reflecting off the river and sweeping across the mountains as you stand out on the Bear Mountain Bridge Walkway this year.

So put on your coziest flannel and get ready to embark on an amazing fall adventure in NY. If you're interested in checking out Bear Mountain State Park, you can make it a multi-day excursion with a stay at the lovely Bear Mountain Hotel. It's right inside the 5,000-acre park, so it's ultra-convenient!

Looking for another natural wonder to explore in NY? Check out this stunning footage of Niagara Falls at night: