TRI-STATE Chapter V-Club Cruise to Nature’s Fireworks

Saturday, October 18, 2025
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Scenic Route through NY’s Shawangunk Mountain Byway
Route & Maps on RideWithGPS
Shawangunk Scenic Byway Info

Let’s Chase the Leaves, Cadillac Style

Join the TRI-STATE Cadillac V-Club for an unforgettable fall foliage cruise—Nature’s Fireworks edition!

We’ll start from Long Island, pick up our fellow NYC, Westchester, and NJ members en route, and cruise the most scenic roads the Hudson Valley has to offer. From winding river roads and sweeping mountain views to bagels, coffee, and diner classics—this day is packed with V’s, views, and vibes.

️ Route Highlights:

• 7:00 AM – Long Island Departure Point:
  7-Eleven at 208-22 Cross Island Pkwy, Bayside, NY
  → Head out via the Whitestone Bridge & up the Hutch, Cross County, and Saw Mill to

• 8:00 AM – Meet-Up Spot:
  Macy’s Parking Lot @ Palisades Center Mall (NJ crew joins in)

• ☕ Bagel Stop:
  2 Alices Coffee Lounge – Cornwall on Hudson (Mile Marker 65)

• Scenic Cruise:
  Drive the Shawangunk Mountain Scenic Byway – peak leaf season!

• ⛽ Pit Stop Options:
  Mobil @ MM 104 or Valero @ MM 139 (optional, group-dependent)

• ️ Lunch Finish:
  Eveready Diner – 90 Independent Way, Brewster, NY (MM 169)
  Classic comfort food to end a perfect fall day.

Route Link with Maps, Stops & Images:

Ride with GPS – Full Cruise Route

✅ RSVP Encouraged:

While this event is free and informal, we’d love to know who’s planning to attend so we can coordinate parking, pit stops, and pacing.