In Hopewell Junction, the trail ends at the Hopewell Depot, standing since 1873, which now houses a museum and historical photo gallery. Drop me a line (please!) You must do Walkway over The Hudson. Definitely picturesque, quiet and peaceful Tweet. Thank you! As of September 26 2010, work on the new CR 49 Titusville Rd.overpass has finaly begun. The trail is paved and generally flat, making accessible to a wide range of users, including walkers, cyclists, skaters, cross-country skiers and snowshoers. WebHopewell Depot Trailhead Parking in East Fishkill Located at Railroad Avenue (just off of Route 376 at the Hopewell Depot) in East Fishkill. Its a short hike but you certainly could go further up. Well worth a light rain to get wonderful fall color photos. there is quite a bit more than a "few miles" between the 2 open sections as of July 2010 - there is actualy 7.9 miles of undeveloped ROW between the 2 sections - the phase 2 section here in Poughkeepsie is "classier" that the section to the south - the phase 2 section has a paved parking lot at Overovker Rd. Save Add Photo. After a short walk into the forest, you reach The start of the Perkins Trail marked with yellow discs. Across from the depot, visitors will also find a replica switching tower. As a female cyclist riding fast, I feel safe, but female runners/walkers may feel safer with a partner. We mapped it using RTC's directions to the endpoint in Hopewell Junction. Looking good thus far! Combined with the local roads for a great run! The trail parallels the other set of Metro North-owned disused Beacon Line tracks as it travels over 23 miles from Brewster through Southeast, Patterson, Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill to the hamlet of Hopewell Junction. Was really surprised as to the condition of trail, was great. Dream and hope for the day when this trail fully connects with Hudson Valley Rail Trail. Views include the Green Haven Correctional facility in Stormville, with its imposing and very high walls, and inmate sounds from inside those walls. of Lloyd Tony Wiliams park Ulster county - 18 mi. nearby stores at the crossings. Here with the existing track next to you - you're assured of no steep hills whatsoever. Not too many people maybe because there was a warm summer rain that felt pretty nice. The route is very open since the trail parallels the old (still there) tracks, theres a feeling of openness bright sun the entire way. Have you everheard of Holmes, New York? The trail does pass through several towns where you can find places to eat and shop. The last stretch, the Hudson Valley trail, isn't as well paved, but it's pretty short and still nice to ride. But theres a piecemissing: the twenty-two miles or so that would connect Brewster, New York, to Hopewell Junction. There are forest areas, beautiful mountain streams, marshlands, swamps, and then Whaley Lake. The route out from Brewster starts flat and then becomes a very gradual uphill grade to Whaley Lake. This section runs from Brewster to Hopewell Junction. Smooth all the way with terrific scenery. Enjoy and don't believe the haters! Many lakes. Turn right on Tonetta Lake Rd and make the first left onto Pumphouse Rd. What is the longest wheelchair-friendly trail in Hopewell Junction? Rode from the Walkway Over The Hudson to Hopewell Junction (for lunch) and back on a sunny September Saturday. The second time I started riding in Brewster, near the end of the Putnam Valley trail. Whether you're looking for an I think just about every level crossing has a portalet, even the ones without parking. It is excellent how the trail links up with the walkway-over-the Hudson (which was simply an abandoned hulk when I lived there!) Most noteably,the section of the ROW on the south side, that connects with the completed phase 1 section, has YET to be worked on.The Dutchess County gov. Where the trail crosses busy roads, the trail is on a bridge very nice! There are slight elevation changes that made riding back feel a little more difficult but there are no significant hills. Now Metro-North owns the line. The surface is not suitable for bicycles at this time. This section includes an expansive bridge over NY 55, and the entire length of the trail features a mixture of new bridges and converted railroad bridges and tunnels.In Wappinger, trail users travel along a section called Veterans Memorial Mile, which features signage honoring each of the five branches of the military. Once you get east of the bridge, the trail is MUCH LESS crowded. So far, there are two pieces completed with a parking area at the ends of each segment. The incline is very gradual, so not super hard but makes for a fairly long pull either way, so keep this in mind. Rusted, but who knows what kind of shape its in for bikes to cross? There is an unmarked road section leading to another flight of steps on East Main Street (bypassing an unusable trestle). Not really anything to be concerned aboutvery doable, and we enjoyed the gradual downhill for the second half of the ride. In those 10 miles there was one road crossing and you can still go further without one - I didn't go to the end yet. County Exec. Recommended option. Looks like it will be a nice trail when complete. If you map the trailheads using the Rails-to-Trails site and you're going to start at Lake Wilton, the directions are slightly off. Mostly wooded with interesting rock cuts along this section. Most of what remains is only the brick structure housing the mechanics for a trolley to the summit. There are plenty of benches along the way for a snack and rest. This trail is great despite the middle aged men speeding past you at 90 mph on their LeMonds. (parking and trailhead access),town of East Fishkill,to Manchester Rd. Parking is at the Community Center at 239 SR-292, Holmes, NY 12531, 700 feet north of the intersection. WebRail trail along the former Maybrook Line. Everywhere, ponds, lakes and streams. Trail was very well maintained, well marked with mileage points. It has a short road hop to an on-ramp to the Trailway. 2023 The Outbound Collective - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy. It's in perfect condition with limited road crossings. An absolute "must do" for any serious trail user! 07/29 would begin the actual placement of the bridge sections - on Wed. 07/31 should be the installation of the final bridge section over the hwy. The big question is whether the County will be able to acquire the rights from CSX to the 1 mile piece from Morgan Lake (near DCC) to the foot of the Walkway Over The Hudson. Awesome trail. Wonderfully done. There is some non-trail surface (sidewalk, shared road) but very little and not much of a distraction from the beauty of the rest of the trail. Check or FAQs for more common login questions. Great trail with beautiful views. This is going to be an awesome trail when it is done. Through the trees, I could see a giant old trestle bridge. Beautifully paved and wonderfully maintained bike trail! WebExplore the most popular wildlife trails near Hopewell Junction with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you. Feel free to climb and take in the view! Find out more on Wikipedia Public Transit to Hopewell Junction in East WebThe trail delivers on attractive scenery and storied railroad history of the Hudson Valley, running through woodlands, along picturesque lakes and across iron truss bridges. Started at Hopewell Junction and rode to the bridge and over. itself. 68 trails covering 534 miles you're bound to find a perfect trail for you. Run down the stairs around the corner on Rt 6 up the hill towards Brewster Honda back up the steps and continue to dead end/turnaround by Exit 10 ramp close to Danbury border. One of the best trails I have done. You walk down a flight of steps, ride down Peaceable Hill Road to Rt. Stone house in Holmes, New York, in view of the (potential) route of the Empire State Trail, Putnam County. From here to Pumphouse road is a "missing link" in the trail. I did it round trip and it is one of the best maintained trails I have been on Again thank you Mr Steinhaus. The route links towns, villages, historic sites, natural scenic areas and already-built shared-use pathways. Lots of interesting shops and food options in Millerton so it is worth stopping. You can walk your bike along RR, via open fence for this 50 yards or so or cycle downhill on Peaceable Hill rd and up the hill on East Main to get back on. THER ARE A LOT OF INTERPERTIVE SIGNAGE ALONG THE WAY WITH INTERESTING PHOTOS AND INFO . Unfortunately no connection to the Putnam Trailway. Not sure about the intent of this, as the other section from Overrocker Rd to Morgan lake (about 2.5 miles) doesn't have this 'feature'. It is part of the Empire State Trail from NYC to Buffalo. Im photographing towns, villages, hamlets and parks surrounding and connected by the proposed Empire State Trail this summer (2017). Trail was scenic and smooth with few and easy road crossings. As you go upward the trail becomes very beautiful with flora and fauna. The only thing that would be great to see would be mile markers. This trail was incredible when it opened, helped me train for marathons, triathlons, and got me in shape. If you are in the area I would highly recomend you take the time and visit this rail trail. When you are of a certain age this becomes more important to you :-) We did the William R. Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trail, Walk Over the Hudson, and Hudson Valley Rail Trail the previous day, making for a nice mini-vacation. But it continues a few miles east into Connecticut. There is several places here to relax and have lunch or jus Its a great place to explore as it has a beautiful calm lake especially in the fall, the reflection of the water and the awesome colors are unbelievable. Being 100% volunteer you can rest assured that when you donate your money goes 100% to maintaining and enhancing the Depot. The trail has a number of map locations and information boards. On the way back we took the River trail. With more than with a kiosk - at the northern trail head terminus (and will be forever) at Morgan Lake technicaly in the CITY of Poughkkepsie there is a small like county park within the Morgan Lake city park with benches,a kiosk,flowers and now a new memorial for Michael Murphy - the southern end does not go all the way to the old depot in Hopewell Jct. Phase 4 construction is now underway. Take your next right after the merger; this will be Turner St. A parking lot will appear on your right almost immediately after the turn onto Turner St.Additional parking lots are available along the trails route at nearly every major road intersection. Box 1044 Hopewell Junction, NY 12533. While a fire station advertised a fish-fry, jaunty old barns tilted in the grass. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your Rode 32 miles RT. It's a lovely, well maintained trail that connects to the walkway over the hudson and the hudson valley rail trail. Hopewell Junction Depot originally served the Newburgh, Dutchess and Connecticut Railroad met the New York and New England Railroad and Dutchess County Railroad, all three of which became part of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, and assigned under their subsidiary known as the Central New England from 1899 to 1927. In Hopewell Junction you connect directly to the Dutchess County trail that leads to the walkway over the Hudson. Turn left Dutchess Rail Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Lagrangeville, New York. Absolutely beautiful. That route would followthe old Maybrook line. From there the bike trail is quite good for a while, but then you have to bike on the road. Very flat most of the way, goes behind several commercial areas, some municipal equipment lots, and neighborhoods. With 5K (3.1 miles) Run/Walk We have hosted this event for the past 5 years on the Dutchess County Rail Trail and hands down, it is the most magical day- rain or shine, it Traversing a wooded corridor, this segment offers a quiet place to reflect and remember those who have served their country.The path continues through the town of East Fishkill and ends in Hopewell Junction. There is only road side parking on a soft shoulder, both sides of the road. I just want to thank Mr Steinhaus for his great for his great work in making this trail a reality. On its northern end, the Dutchess Rail Trail shares a trailhead with the Walkway Over the Hudson at 61 Parker Ave. in Poughkeepsie. And in Hopewell Junction, parking is available at the Hopewell Depot ( 36 Railroad Ave, Hopewell Junction ). Pretty, shady, flat. Connected to Duchess Rail Trail and went all the way to Walkway over the Hudson. Pretty, shady, flat. The trailhead parking lots are on Lake Wilton Rd. There is a bar & grill type restaurant adjacent to the trail at HJ. WebExplore the most popular trails in my list Hopewell rail trail with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you. Elevation Gain. Great day on the Maybrook. A few scenic spots along the way but rare massive vistas if thats what you like. Other than that this was a really nice trail and I would bike it with caution, or a mountain bike. Unfortunately, there are older segments that sorely need maintenance, especially the roughly 4 mile stretch from Taconic State Park south. as of this date. All kinds of folks and wildlife on the trail. The first segment to the CT line was new to us; there is an on-road detour due to a bridge out at Peaceable Hill Road. The TrailLink map (as of 8/3/22) shows the trail ending here. The transition between the trails is seamless. Help defend and expand trails nationwide. Some sections of the trail can be quite remote; Ive ridden miles without seeing another biker/runner. 6, go down the hill, turn left again on Rt 6 and then ride up the hill past the Honda dealership where another set of stairs on the left will bring you back to the trail. There are some interesting historical artifacts and very clean restrooms. The rest was closed but that was ok. Ive completed the Wilton trails in Lovers Lane, Entrance near Orems Dinner and Mathews Park. This is more of a stroll than a hike, which is nice because you can add it to another hike in the same day if you're in the area. Took my two nieces who are new to bicycling on this trail and we had a great time!!! WebThere are 7 ways to get from Hopewell Junction to Appalachian Trail Museum by train, taxi, car or plane. There are mile markers but they are easy to miss and I wasn't quite sure what they were counting up or down towards as they did not start at 0. Most of what remains is Did it 3 times during the week, so no idea whats its like on the weekend. It's a great, relaxing trail, paved all the way,with a couple small hills. My goal was to get to Whaley Lake but will have to return when Spring temperatures permit. 6, turn left on Rt. TrailLink is a free service provided by Rails-to-Trails conservancy, We're a non-profit all about helping you enjoy the outdoors, NY-82 in Hopewell Junction (Dutchess Rail Trail) and New York/Connecticut border at Danbury, CT. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! While it would probably be fine to bike the town, I used the rack and walked it. What a great treasure this rail trail is to the Hudson Valley..absolutely love it!!! Todays one way mileage for that section was also about 5 miles; a great ride, and you can ride much farther (we often go as far as Whalley Lake, just not today) as the trail goes all the way to Hopewell Junction where you can pick up the Dutchess Rail Trail. For someone out of shape, this hike is a great workout with plenty of resting spots. Flat & well kept, great for beginner cycling and great for a stroll. (old rt. Enjoyable ride overall. The best time to visit here is early morning in the fall. The Walkway Over the Hudson is stunning and there are snack trucks and compost toilets just over it as you cross westward. Not-so-Good: The portapotty at the Hopewell Junction depot was disgusting and clearly had not been serviced in a very long time. During the for a link to the updated RR property map in the city of Poughkeepsie please visit my Hudson Valley - cycling adventures and area trailways report blog at: trailways.bigk12603.com, There is now an 8.3 mile long contiguous trail - paved with a soft path for runners/walkers - from a bit beyond the old depot (under restoration) in Hopewell Jct. I PARKED AT THE LOT FOR THE WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON. It is snow and ice-free at this time. As previous comments noted it's not exactly flat. As a resident of the area was looking forward to when trail would be black topped, now that it is completed its great to ride with a trike, Thanks. In 0.3 mile, a large parking lot will appear on your left.To reach the trailhead parking lot in Hopewell Junction from I-84, take Exit 16N for the Taconic State Pkwy. Once you head north of Millerton you are back in open land with the occasional road crossings. Trail was fairly quite until you got to the bridge. Just stay straight and in about 15 minutes you'll see a huge fire tower (hard to miss). I asked a policeman if he knew how to get to it, but he said it was not open yet. Highly recommend. Sleepy starts to describe it, but theres something more. Either someone was reading the plans upside down, or there will be a very unusual L shaped RT pedestrian bridge at this crossing. Route 292) but I did not go off the trail on this trip. But maybe that is coming. 197 ft. Route Type. The last part goes thru a simsbury park, there are a lot of roots, gotta be careful. All in all the river trail is very nice, even with a couple of miles of in road biking. Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. Walking: 57 hours; Biking: 11.5 hours; Pavement; dog-friendly; passes through several communities Starting at the trailhead parking area near the Hopewell Depot Museum in Hopewell Junction, this section of the trail provides easy access to plenty of local The best part is the Walkway over the Hudson. Contractor actively working on trail putting down base and working on trestles. 12 memorial benches in less than 1.5 miles and business advertisements, complete with phone numbers have replaced the natural scenery in front of Lake Walton, what was once the most scenic section of the 15 mile stretch to the Walkway. Help defend and expand trails nationwide. 29 miles round trip on a perfect day (7/22/21). With the completion of the new 743 foot bridge over Route 55, Wappingers Creek and Old Manchester Road, Dutchess Rail Trail users now enjoy 13 continuous safe miles, from the Hopewell Depot to the Hudson River, where the Dutchess Rail Trail connects with the world's longest pedestrian bridge, the Walkway Over the Hudson State I didnt see any other bathrooms along the route, havent yet explored on-road possibilities e.g. Great trail. Today, we rode from Hopewell Junction to the Walk on the Hudson Bridge a perfect 26 miles. WebThe Empire State Trail Connection: Bike Travel and Tourism from Hopewell Junction to Brewster, New York. IT IS A RAISED TRAIL FOR SOME PARTS SO KEEP AN EYE ON THE KIDS. It is a smooth, wide asphalt path that is used for many activities including snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. I cannot wait! The section from Old Manchester Rd to Lake Logan is now open!!! It is finely crushed gravel which is an up grease from mud; however check your bike company to make sure your tires are appropriate for this type of gravel 0727 the work started with prep and staging - this week starting Mon. I WILL SEND PHOTOS AS WELL . Rode this trail on May 29, 2016. I biked from Brewster to Poughkeepsie on March 12, once it finally warmed up a bit. The William R. Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trailnamed for the Dutchess County executive who championed itis a treasure in New York's Hudson Valley region. Walked this trail on 10/22/2022 and while it is a nice bike able trail, there are a few problems. Start from the Mount Beacon Park trailhead parking area. So nicely maintained! Since the tracks havent been used in years, what kind of shape would they be in? This is a vital connection if a path is to hook up New York City bike travelers with the Dutchess Trail, and the trails west of the Hudson River. (LAST YEAR I PURCHASED THE TRAIL LINK APP FOR MY PHONE TO MAKE IT EASIER TO FIND THE TRAIL HEADS OF THE RAIL TRAILS AND IT HAS MADE IT ALL THAT MUCH EASIER! A great experience at every level. I just do not give five stars but if I did this trail would get one. Hopewell Junction: With an ascent of 859 ft, The next highest ascent for wheelchair-friendly trails is. The new Empire State Trail, proposed to connect more than 750 miles of bike and hike route through the state of New York, must get its act together inthree years. Which wheelchair friendly trail has the most elevation gain in Hopewell Junction? Took time and thanked both for what they where doing. Pretty, shady, flat. There are numerus parking areas along the trail from North to South. Take the parkway 3.9 miles to Exit 41 for Beekman Road/County Road 9. Beautiful trail, clean and well kept and super clean bathrooms in Hopewell Junction. We travelled 3 hours for this trip and it was worth it. WebDutchess Rail Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Lagrangeville, New York. In all almost a 18 mile ride one way. Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. Donate Today Ready to It also has a trackage agreement with the Housatonic Railroad, a Connecticut freight railroad, though Metro-North says it is seldom used. (Please DO NOT PARK at the apartment building at the corner of SR-292 and Holmes as that is private property.). This week was riding and notice two women picking up trash. Work on the new grade up to the bridge had begun. Trail paved a few hundred yards north toward I84. Paved section enter off N. Main St behind Kobackers to Peaceable Hill Rd. I lived in Poughkeepsie for 5 years in the early 2000's and I used to imagine how awesome it would be to convert some of the abandoned rail lines that criss-crossed the city and the region. The thing that stood out to us as we rode was the trail signs directing you to the different points and the entrance and exit ramps to the many parking areas and local road access points along the way with the many benches to sit if you want to take a break. Don't believe the haters. Turn right onto NY 9G, which becomes Washington St., for 0.6 mile. The only really busy part is the Walkway Over The Hudson. The paved piece (1.8 miles) outside of Hopewell is paralleled by a packed dirt / pea gravel lane, I assume might be for horses?? Phase 4, already planned, will be for a new bridge over SR 55 and will connect the phase 2 section with the southern section. I could see some places where there was a fence separating the trail from the railroad, but there was no way to get to the trail that I could find. WebNearby Recently Sold Homes. About a half mile over the line to an overpass at Mill Plain Rd in Ridgefield CT. Not ready for biking at this location YET, but it will be fun to watch things progress from here, and eventually connect up to the Putnam Trailway (http://www.traillink.com/trail/putnam-trailway.aspx). According to AllTrails.com, the longest wheelchair-friendly trail in Hopewell Junction is Maybrook Trailway. Railroad companies have abandoned thousands of miles of track since the 1930s as Americans and manufacturers became less reliant on train travel. This is one of my favorite hikes in the Clarence Fahnestock State Park. Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. )THIS PART OF THE TRAIL IS FOR THE MOST PART VERY LEVEL AND OPEN ,NOT TOO MUCH SHADE AT ALL ON A SUNNY DAY HAVE A HAT AND SUNSCREEN AND PLENTY OF WATER.AT ABOUT 3 MILES IN THERE IS SOME SHADE OVERHEAD. It is very flat for the most part. At Diddell Road I came across the crew working on the next section of the trail. It was nice with the fall color, but there is not much else to see. Beautiful natural scenery. In summer, I imagine, the lake community would be a good place to get a cone. My estimate is that trail will be mostly shady before noon but will be lots of sun in the afternoon. Looks like a stairway is being installed at the Peaceable Hill Road overpass. A real mixed bag but mostly very enjoyable. At Eastern end it looks like the trail will eventually be paved to the CT border or even further. Make a right on Main St/Rt 6 followed by a right onto Peaceable Hill Rd. Your message was posted to Facebook. They bought it, but never really used it. It really is too bad. Started in Hopewell Junction for a just about 36 mile out-and-back. Be the first to leave a review! Mix of shade and sun as well as beautiful changing scenery. Save Review Directions Add Photo. At the outset of the bike ride, there was plenty of parking and ample room on trails to bike side by side and have a chat while riding. Spectacular 29 mile round trip bike ride from Hopewell Junction through Poughkeepsie and then ending in Highland New York. first class trail all the way to Hopewell Jct. I STOPPED FOR A COLD PINT AND A BITE TO EAT AT A BAR LOCATED AT THE TRAILHEAD LOT IN HOPEWELL JUNCTION. This trail is a gem. I got the Trail Link app which showed me where I was along the way. Yes, there are quite a few "in loving memory" benches on a particular stretch but it's really not a big deal. Since then, they have done exactly that and I find that the William Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trail is the best trail I've ridden yet! The pavement is well maintained. All are great. Used my road bike with a few friends and had a great ride. There is a long gradual grade of about 500' over 5.5 miles but really not bad. 55 behind Page lumber - parking and trailhead access) The rail trail now includes educational interpretive signs,directional-mileage signs at intersections and engraved wood mileage markers.There is parking,trail access,and a kiosk at Diddell Rd. The Hudson Valley Rail trail is a great place to have fun and share a walk with a friend, walk your dogs or enjoy a bike ride. Together, the three rail-trails were welcomed into Rails-to-Trails Conservancys Rail-Trail Hall of Fame in 2016 and offer a seamless, combined route of just over 20 miles. In Pawling, just north of Whaley Lake, the trailway intersects with the Appalachian Trail. NOTE:mile 0.0 has been changed a tad and the RT is now shorter by .1 mi. TrailLink is a free service provided by Rails-to-Trails conservancy, We're a non-profit all about helping you enjoy the outdoors, Walkway Over the Hudson trailhead at 61 Parker Ave (Poughkeepsie) and Martin Rd & NY 82 (Hopewell Junction). Traffic was not bad at all. in the town of Poughkeepsie.This section of the RT opened to the public in June,2009.This section will remain as an isolated section until the completion of phase 4, which will include a 900 foot long bridge over a 4 lane state hwy. Definitely worth the trip. Great trail if you want a great distance ride. Discovered this trail connects to the Hudson Valley Rail Trail via the Walkway over the Hudson Bridge. I highly recommend it. Heading north from Diddell road is a breeze. There is a section where you ride over a large pond on a bridge that is nice. So far, it is relatively undiscovered by users that can make biking treacherous: people walking dogs on leashes and small children weaving across the trail. The MTA has increased their warnings complete with fines for all to stay off the trail. To reach this parking lot from I-84, take Exit 46, and head north on US 9. Once the section is paved over the railroad bridge over RT 6/202 it will be a straight run, no stairs. Also if hilly around the start. to the north end of phase 1 and that last 1/2 mile bit to the depot and a tad beyond for a full (much longer) report on this trail (and others in the area) and pictures please visit my Hudson Valley Cycling adventures and trailways report blog at: http://trailways.bigk12603.com. In Holmes, the trailhead can be found near the intersection of State Route 292 and Holmes Road. When I got near the top the cooler temperatures and shade kept the trail snow covered. Good food and drinks. We locked the bikes up by the walkway, headed into town for an incredible lunch. Beautiful bike trail to enjoy the fall colors. easy walking trail or a bike trail like the Timp-Torne Trail and All three trails total 22 miles one way, 44 miles return. 3h 57m A very well constructed and maintained rail-trail in Dutchess County, NY. Started cycling in Hopewell Junction and did the Dutchess trail, then the Walkway Over the Hudson, and the Hudson Valley trail out and back for 36 miles. We started in Hopewell Junction and ended at a park right outside of Brewster. Will explore the other half next week starting in Brewster. Hope to go back in the fall for autumn colors. Started at Hopewell Junction. Kudos to that politician it is named after. Im not sure if they are bike messengers or just has beens trying to live out their dreams of being in the Tour De France, but their speed and shrill shouts of Left, Left, Left! piercing the crisp fall air can really ruin what is otherwise a beautiful and relaxing family outing. The trail travels from Hopewell Junction to Brewster and is considered to be easy to moderate with few hills. Trail also passes the somewhat harrowing sight of Greenhaven prison briefly and also an area for NYPD canine training with big fences. The trail is also narrow in spots making it uncomfortably close for bikes traveling in opposing directions. I highly recommend it for novices and experts alike. It's well paved, shaded most of the way, and there are only slight changes in elevation, so though it's a long ride it's doable by most. Miles of secluded, smooth, paved trail. where trail users are greated with a restored board and baten station that is the cat's meow! There were a few scenic areas but I was expecting more.
Neutral Axis Of T Beam Calculator, Le Mal En Elle Fin Du Film,
