Closter Dock Rd. and Old Dock Rd.

Closter Dock Road was a major route from the town that led up over the cliffs of the Palisades down to the Closter Docks on the Hudson River (now Alpine Landing). This became a busy commercial boat and ferry landing during the 18th century. During the Revolutionary War it was used was used by military troops who fought on both sides of the war. There is a historic marker in front of the Alpine Community Church at 5 Dock Rd. explaining the road’s history.