Rediscovering a Forgotten Incline Railway

Beacon New York's forgotten incline railway in the woods.
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[@Objectified]

I absolutely hate that nearky everything like this in America is tagged and vandalized.

[@mikeperry2141]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@deafleppard1812]

Im a local kid in the area and yes, the beacon hat factory and the incline railroad are very popular places to vandalize.

[@rdmeenach]

That’s because so many Americans are dumb and ignorant

[@Not_You_2]

Because the trash that does that sort of thing has no respect for anything, including themselves. Unfortunately that happens to be most of America these days.

[@marksommers6764]

Dog pee , vandals tag

[@Lutzboater]

I vividly remember watching the cars go up the mountain when I was a kid. My Aunt Jo and Uncle Nick lived in Beacon and we could see the trams going up the mountain from their property. That would have been in 1955-56 or so. Thanks for bringing back a wonderful memory for me.

[@ratgirl13]

That must have been great-to actually see the trams at work-❤

[@halfcrazyoldchristianredne895]

I live vicariously through you alot. Can't walk alot anymore, don't know what i would do without adventuring with you little brother. So thankful for you man. God bless and keep and protect you always

[@Peteslife]

The trolley half way down the hill was probably let go from the top by kids/vandals playing around and it jumped off the tracks on the way down. Good video thanks.

[@nikkigardiner9426]

Thank you , Chris! ❤

[@j1st633]

I was there a few times in the 60's as a kid with my dad. What an adventure.

[@JohnShinn1960]

This gear geek very much enjoyed this one Chris and kept his glasses on the whole time. If they should ever rebuild it, I will come. Thanks Chris! 🤠👍

[@MarksKicksOnRoute66]

Your simply second to no one on storytelling!

[@ratgirl13]

Right? No clickbait titles, no hyperbole nor exaggerated content-just going to cool places and giving us some history of these places and great video content.

[@MarksKicksOnRoute66]

@@ratgirl13 yes mam and no please donate, support, etc. Let's his content be the draw.

[@DramaMustRemainOnTheStage]

You're right

[@JohnRohoboth]

MY simply second???> MY????

[@zackellson683]

You’re amazing Chris!!!

[@thegerm574]

Welcome to Beacon Chris. Climbed Mt Beacon many times. The wheel house is the coolest thing left. The houses have been in shambles since I remember. There’s a back week in and some times you will see lifted Jeep Wranglers up there. If you keep climbing there’s a fire tower.

[@natashafaulkner666]

I remember studying in middle school about incline highways and I'm 50 years old now and this right here just brought back a whole bunch of good memories. This is the kind of thing that still needs to be taught in schools. Thank you for letting us be there with you to see this amazing part of history ✌️❤️

[@DramaMustRemainOnTheStage]

You mean it's not ??

[@johnniebravo5985]

I love how you go to these places that aren't well known and explain the backstory! Thanks!

[@tonydouglas334]

13:24 “Woa he’s up here now” 😂

[@tjthorn9703]

My dad, was born and raised in Beacon. He’s gone now but he told me all kinds of stories about Beacon and Mount Beacon. Beautiful area. We spent many summer vacations in Beacon and the Hudson valley as a kid.

[@carpediem3044]

Fantastic funicular railway. Thanks for sharing.

[@ratgirl13]

You go to the best places dude, I enjoy watching your videos-keep up the great work.❤ *If you wear a white t-shirt in the warm weather it will deflect the sunlight and you won’t feel as hot-black absorbs the sunlight and makes you feel warmer-same with the headgear.

[@vulcangunner58]

I worked at Fishkill Prison powerhouse for 11 years. The view from the "back door" of the PH was of Mt. Beacon and the ruins. Some days (with binocs.) I could see dozens of hikers exploring. I was told there are two reservoirs up there as well as ATV trails, and an abandoned bulldozer. You are right the railbed was more visible in Winter. Good video!

[@dougscott8161]

Interrupted at 8:00; Chris, I think that there would have to have been two separate tracks all the way up the run and one car would be traveling up, while the other car would be going down and they would pass each other at about the half way point. I remember going on a funicular railway one time ( I think it was in Quebec City, Quebec). This run at Mt. Beacon seems to be one of the longest I've heard of ( at least in North America). At around 9:55; the U.S. CableVision facility appears to have been an early Cable TV supplier, and I thought I saw part of a diesel generator, and the tower that had been carrying had probably been damaged during the fire that took out the facility. Thank you, Chris for continuing to bring us all these amazing and forgotten sites and attractions. God Bless and stay safe.

[@johnferguson185]

That's really cool . Where I live in Pennsylvania there were a couple defunct incline plain railways , one was turned into a pedestrian ride to the top of the mountain .

[@dandavenport4565]

Oh, New York State is so full of eyeglass dropping views. Looks like you’ve got your workout in.

[@somelikeithot444]

I love the railroad my grandfather was head engineer for the Canadian railway and the United States railway. My father followed his father to become a engineer as well.I live near the tracks and love the sound of trains.Thank u for this video.😊

[@scottrider641]

Great videography and narration. You made this seemingly pile of rubble so interesting. Thanks, Chris.

[@Dontwlookatthis]

Thanks for that cool video! I like snakes that aren't poisonous, I live where I share a boundary with a national park and I consider the multitude of King Snakes a gift because they eat other snakes and the number suggests that there are a lot of poisonous snakes around, too!

[@rumrunner1756]

I would love if you delved deeper into that community. Fascinating! 👍

[@evangelicalcatholics]

Looks like the view on the hills of Duluth, MN...and Duluth, MN had an incline system like that in the early 20th century -- a bigger one that tied into the street car system.

[@valariebedard2164]

What an interesting and incredible story...you are an awesome explorer! The veiw was spectacular! Thankyou!

[@bentley4446]

Great video. Lots of cool things along the Hudson West Point, Hyde park, etc

[@WhispersFromTheDark]

This is such a cool adventure. I would have loved to have been able to see if all in it's heyday. Thanks for taking us along. I wonder how many other things like this, or it's remnants are around us and we don't even notice.

[@sammydingdong4540]

Amazing video for an amazing place what a pity fires break out so conveniently in this world.........🔥🔥🔥

[@ut561]

it's sad looking at old machinery like that. In every case there was one day when it was maintained and working, then the next day it was never used again. :(

[@sallykohorst8803]

Well another place i never heard of. Thanks for sharing more interesting history.❤

[@kathys9786]

I loved this video! I grew up on the Hudson River in Ulster County not far from Beacon. I really enjoyed this History that I did not know about!

[@Orpilorp]

What an amazing find! There is an exquisite beauty when old metal structures collapse and entwine together with old and new growth in the woods. I will probably show my ignorance, but is the railway a counter-weight system, where the train coming down pulls the other train up? Look how much more growth there is now compared to the old photos. I love snakes! He or she was a beauty. Thanks for your research, and for taking us along!

[@Liz-cmc313]

This place must of been amazing,that view is gorgeous. I just hate seeing history fade away. Thank you Chris for the history lesson.

[@henryturnerjr3857]

Really cool place! I was expecting old no legs to be around there somewhere.

[@janmcguire5268]

What a great exploration! I love funicular railways- they fascinate me! That must have been a fun place to visit, or to live, back in the day. Thank you for taking us on this journey!

[@barbarathompson8604]

You find the neatest place to visit.

[@Carolbearce]

Awesome old abandoned area. Looks like it was fun to explore.

[@st2826]

One of my favourite youtubers 🤩

[@Ganiscol]

Fascinating place, must have been great in its prime! And now its almost all gone... Side note: What I've seen from the trail leading up, looks like it was meant to be ridden down on a mountain bike! Especially the blocky, steep, rocky section looks like good fun! The obvious deal breaker is hiking your rig all the way up... or rent a chopper for some heli-biking 😅

[@lisafrench5470]

Always look forward to your video's. Really enjoy the diverse subject matter. Thank for all you do! Your curious nature is amazing. With love from the UK 🇬🇧

[@kristinnunez2702]

I really enjoy your videos and the history you tell. 💜💜💜

[@MP-ow1wm]

Not far from there, in Bear Mountain State Park, are the remains of the Dunderberg Spiral Railway. This railway which was to take vacationers and sight-seers to the top of Dunderberg Mtn, was never completed. There are however a couple of tunnels along the pathway and some amazing views (and the remains of a 1967 plane crash).

[@ernestj3081]

Awesome piece of history Chris! Would love to have seen it in its heyday 💙 Life was certainly so different back then. You always find amazing places! Love your stories and research. As always, remain safe and Thank you 🙏🏻💙🙏🏻

[@robertschemonia5617]

The building under the tower is probably a transmitter or relay site. The big green thing in the window sure does look like an engine to me, probably for a backup generator. Awesome explore man.

[@ProCorona]

Watching this Sunday morning eating breakfast 🍳 just great content and great storytelling 😊👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻😉😉

[@deafleppard1812]

Fun fact this is one of the only places in the world where you can see NYC and Albany NY. These two cities are 135 miles apart from each other, NYC being at the bottom of the state and Albany being halfway up the state.

[@garrysekelli6776]

I'm slightly surprised that no junkies stole the scrap metal. Looked like some of the copper coils were still partially intact.

[@JohnShinn1960]

I was thinkin the exact same, I think the incline and it's remote location is the only reason it's still there.

[@halfcrazyoldchristianredne895]

They aren't willing to work that hard to steal.

[@andreajohnson1796]

Beautiful view from a top , could've been nice if it was still there

[@cline3290]

Hey Chris! Have you ever thought about running a drone for some overhead footage? Love your videos man! Your explanations and story telling is great! Keep on keepin on and Ill keep on watchin! Safe travels!

[@Bonzi_Buddy]

Someone turned him into the FAA in previous videos so no more drone footage.

[@cline3290]

@@Bonzi_Buddy Ah, that’s unfortunate.

[@anitakimsey3533]

As always another excellent video. Thank you for taking us the places we are unable to go and sharing the history of these forgotten places.

[@brendakrieger7000]

Defineitely looks like a fire escape

[@charliechristie2949]

Chris, I love it when you explore places with all old machinery. Railroads, too ! These are the places my 69 year old bones don't climb anymore. I guess I am a little jealous. THANK YOU for another great adventurous video !

[@chrisblack8390]

That was great!! Thank you

[@unrealskill21]

Done this hike many times, highly recommend!

[@MikeT-TheRetiredColonel]

Great one, Chris - actually came to this one after watching to pulp mill episode you did from NH. I was figuring you were somewhere in New England for this one as well until I realized it was Mt Beacon. Another tidbit is that there used to be skiing on the south side of the mountain, however, since it was sun facing, it wouldn't keep the snow as long, which contributed to it's downfall in use. I grew up in the Hudson Valley, have long known about this place, of course, but have yet to visit it. Very cool, I appreciate it!

[@bRad-ns6iy]

Cool, Thanks for showing us. It reminds me of the old hippy colony in the woods where I grew up.

[@woodlandwonders6887]

Thank you so much for your videos. It is fascinating to see these abandoned places and hear the history behind them.

[@unicornprincess8896]

Thank you Chris for this video. You're the best storytelling person who goes on location ❤

[@cardinaloflannagancr8929]

Great video thank you for covering it I would be happy to see another video about the cottages. Really strange the decisions companies make, like here not renewing leases yet doing flat nothing with the land either. It's too bad the families or even other families weren't able to continue save one from continuing to use the land.

[@user-em3ui6os8s]

I really enjoy how you explain the history of these places. I think that is really important. I think you should look into doing a video of the Quincy Quarry in Massachusetts. Lots of history and stories surrounding that place.

[@stepps511]

Great video (again), Chris. What fascinating history, and what a shame that the "resort" is now laid waste by fire and time. Really cool. Thanks!!

[@gregoryclayton8287]

I love the history, thank you Chirs, I enjoyed the story and the hike, really cool stuff! great job big guy!

[@shawnmurphy2047]

Very interesting stuff that’s a big job removing those heavy units 😮

[@simonritchie9393]

Fabulous Documentary!. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@jamesholt7612]

Awesome editing as well as the video and the history.

[@jburnett8152]

That must have been a fun place to visit back then. Probably cooler. Great view.

[@janacollins-maguire4942]

Wow that was an amazing place to visit back in the day I'm sure. With that view, no wonder the family didn't want to leave. Great walk thank you M I. ☮️💜

[@mikejames7013]

I remember riding up on that railway middle 1960's then looking with binoculars dowd toward the city. It used to be a ski area (Dutchess Ski area). There us (or used to be) a fire tower up there as well. The car going down met the car goung up in the mlddle. Fun memories.

[@lorrie8176]

Love your vids Chris, you are a fantastic narrator, there's something so calming in your voice. Thanks for them. 🫠🙏👍💯

[@MobileInstinct]

Thanks!

[@harveycaldwell2409]

Chris thank you for this video

[@yitzyissacs]

👍

[@makeupwithmichelle9398]

I really enjoy your stories and exploration. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheFluidArt]

Very cool history. Thanks for sharing your lil adventure. Glad I stumbled across your channel.

[@davemilligan1171]

@17:28... I would imagine that possibly if the Great Ice Storm of 1998 went as far as Beacon, that tower would have been a causality as well. Do a google image search of all the hydro towers that went down in the storm, as this one looks to have about the same same kind of damage.

[@libertarian4323]

Otis is well known because it is still in business and still the largest elevator company in the world.

[@amygreene259]

Frame looks in great shape

[@juliogonzales5441]

Great 👍 video 👍

[@michelemiller1700]

This is so awesome, ty.

[@kimkelly-kline3768]

Thanks much for making that trek for us..wow,I was outta breath just watching you...I think its always sad when those kinds of places fall by the wayside..that would be a beautuful place to go if it were still operational.

[@tommyromans7893]

That's great Chris. Amazing and interesting history.

[@poolfixer]

Thanks for this video. I love seeing another time in history. What an interesting place!

[@NeilRoy]

Nice find! Thanks for sharing.

[@MrYoup11]

That tower that collapsed looks the same as the Hydroelectric transmission towers that collapsed during the ice storm of the late 90's that hit Quebec and the Hudson Valley.

[@jedizzo111]

I've hiked up there. Beautiful views. Had you hiked a little further you would have made it to an old fire tower approx 60 ft high that gives you an even better view of the surrounding landscape.

[@Corinthians-kjv]

Excellent work with your videos and research to bring us history.

[@brendakrieger7000]

Wow! Really neat! 🚂 yes,that view is stunning 💜🥰

[@aleksanderfriedric91]

My grandfather and great grandfather did a lot of work on the casino/ restaurant when it was in operation. You can drive up to the site off East Main street at the base of the mtn. Also check the old settlement colony cottages and the remains of ski-dutchess. Also a famous plane crash in 1945 on the ridge to the east.

[@NaomisAdventures]

Really neat place. That was a big snake

[@johnelliott0101]

Very informative, good commentary.

[@user-uh4dv2zn5m]

I like this one, very much. i wish i was there with you to see this ,,, i have some good ideas what some of that metal stuff is

[@dezertraider]

VERY COOL.TY

[@danielcarter305]

Actually, this is known as a Funicular, not an incline railroad. The system is balanced with two cars connected by cables which pass each other in the middle of the distance traversed

[@bobloblaw204]

Thanks for sharing. EDIT: the Seinfeld shirt was a nice touch

[@MobileInstinct]

Yes! I'm glad you caught that

[@83devildog]

Great video man

[@sandysue202]

Here in the southern half of the U.S. it's common to run into a buzzard chick or two in old dilapidated buildings during the spring and summer. They will hiss at you and it's just very creepy!

[@MobileInstinct]

That's funny! I've never experienced it before.

[@JedCurrie]

Good video thanks.

[@L2theWcarscoffeelife]

Chatanooga Tn still has a working incline you can ride I believe the cars run on 2 tracks each car acts as a counterweight to the other. I couldn't imagine building a house on land I did not own that's crazy.

[@JayPoo1321]

Itd be cool if they tried rebuilding.

[@creolelady182]

great video