Look for Greater Walkway Experience 360-degrees of discovery signs at key points of interest throughout Dutchess and Ulster Counties.
Enjoy recreational fishing, picnicking, lake swimming, and gentle hiking paths at Berean Park, with more strenuous trails toward the peak. Seasonal activities include mountain biking and snowshoeing.
The Greater Walkway Experience and digital presence is made possible by grants from Empire State Development and its I LOVE NEW YORK program under Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Regional Economic Development Council Initiative. Additional support provided by Ulster County IDA, Hudson Valley Greenway, partners, and sponsors.
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Enjoy this stunning 250-acre state park with scenic overlooks and 2.5 miles of trails, named for Scenic Hudson founding member and activist Franny Reese. A wild woodland preserved
Franny Reese State Park Stroll by the Yelverton House, the oldest wooden structure in Ulster County, and Bob Shepard Highland Landing Park, with its boat launch and deep-water dock. View British cannon balls at Highland’s Town Hall.
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Walk the tree-lined streets of Poughkeepsie’s oldest neighborhood, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. See an eclectic mix of business and residential uses. Community-driven urban renewal
Union Street Historic Neighborhood Reconnect to this historic immigrant enclave. Enjoy an ethnic restaurant or Italian bakery near the train station and beneath the Walkway.
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Enjoy Highland’s architecture, boutique shops, breweries, and restaurants in this quaint hamlet.
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WEST OF THE HUDSON RIVER Flip over to the large map to view each Discovery Zone and its features. The legend provides approximate distances to each zone from the Walkway’s western and eastern gates. Visit walkway.org for complete descriptions of each Discovery Zone.
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Stroll from Main Street or the train station and enjoy a meal at one of the nearby waterfront restaurants. Walk north through Waryas Park and the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum to historic Upper Landing Park for stunning views of the Walkway. An economic engine
Walk the Loop trail and its additional spurs for easy access to nature trails in Franny Reese State Park, neighborhood walks and miles of rail trails in Ulster and Dutchess counties. Please note that the Mid-Hudson Bridge is open to pedestrians, weather permitting, from dawn to dusk. Enjoy Hudson River views from two bridges
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Walk Garfield Place and the nearby streets to take in the architecture of its historic landmark homes, many of which have been restored. Nearby Christ Church, completed in 1888, stands at the base of Academy Street.
Enjoy bustling restaurants and shops around Market and Main Street. Don’t miss First Friday celebrations and shows at the Bardavon 1869 Opera House. A notable industrial and civic center
high above the Hudson River at the center of Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park, with opportunities to explore in every direction.
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CONNECT TO THE GREATER WALKWAY EXPERIENCE EMPIRE STATE TRAIL IS OPEN Walkway Over the Hudson is proud to be a key gateway in the new 750-mile-long Empire State Trail. Linking New York City with Buffalo and Plattsburgh, the Empire State Trail is the longest multi-use trail in the nation. More than 75% of the trail is off-road, making it ideal for hikers, runners, cyclists, snow-shoers, and cross-country skiers.
SEE SOJOURNER TRUTH In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage, a seven-foot-tall bronze statue of Sojourner Truth has a permanent home on the west site of the Walkway at the Ulster Welcome Center Plaza. Born enslaved in Ulster County, Truth later traveled the nation as an itinerant preacher calling for systemic change while speaking to the harsh inequities people of color and women were suffering. Created by sculptor Vinnie Bagwell, the statue includes text, braille, and symbols to encourage viewers to walk around and study its surface.
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If you have a question about the Walkway or need assistance, look for a friendly Ambassador in their red vest. These volunteers are specially trained to be helpful. Ambassadors are typically found near both gates on weekends during peak visiting season and other hightraffic days like holidays or during special events.
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7 a.m. to sunset – 365 days per year See sunset times: walkway.org/visit
WALKWAY WEST (Highland Entrance) Parking: 87 Haviland Road, Highland, NY 12528
WALKWAY EAST (Poughkeepsie Entrance) Parking: 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (Operated by NYS Parks: $5 for 4 hours) On foot, the stairs at Washington Street are 0.6 miles from the Poughkeepsie Train Station.
UPPER LANDING PARK (Elevator Entrance) Parking: Poughkeepsie Train Station 83 N. Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
ELEVATOR Walkway’s 21-story glass-walled ADA-accessible elevator is open daily from 9 a.m. until 90 minutes prior to the park’s closing time. It may not run in the event of inclement weather or maintenance. Call 845-834-3641 to confirm operational status.
GROUP TOURS Guided group tours of this historic railroad bridge conducted by trained Walkway Ambassadors available by advance reservation. Breathtaking river and mountain views, fresh air, and scenic Hudson Valley vistas. Tour groups will appreciate the enhanced bus turnaround on Haviland Road. Contact: tours@walkway.org
POUGHKEEPSIE TRAIN STATION The Washington Street entrance is 0.6 miles from the train station. Amtrak: 800-872-7245 or amtrak.com
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Metro-North: Call 511 or visit mta.info/mnr Bus service available through Dutchess County Transit.
INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event of high winds, thunderstorms, icy conditions, etc., the Walkway and elevator may close temporarily. To confirm, call 845-834-2867.
Cover Photo: Fred Schaeffer | Background Photo: Jeff Anzevino Sojourner Truth/Ambassador Photo: Irving Solero
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WALKWAY EVENTS In addition to the sweeping Hudson River views available 365 days a year, the Friends of the Walkway hosts a full calendar of engaging, family-friendly events. These include the popular Walkway at Night where the bridge is open late, an educational lecture series, the magnificent 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, Mayfest and Walktoberfest food and drink tasting showcase, and much more. Visit walkway.org/events for dates and complete information.
WALKWAY HISTORY Originally opened as the Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge, the first train crossed in January 1889. Known as “The Great Connector,” t he bridge linked the industrial Northeast with the raw goods of the Midwest. At the time, the span was the longest in the nation. At peak, more than 3,000 train cars crossed each day. Railroad traffic continued until a fire o n May 8, 1974. Dormant for the next three and a half decades, the bridge was reborn as Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park on October 3, 2009, now the longest elevated pedestrian bridge in the world welcoming more than 600,000 visitors each year.
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Were the driving force behind the movement to transform a derelict railroad bridge into the Walkway Over the Hudson.
Then, after opening... The Walkway is proud to be a key gateway along the Empire State Trail
Members helped establish the Walkway as the worldclass gateway to the Hudson Valley.
Now into the future... Members will lead the way to fulfill the promise of the Walkway for generations.
MEMBER BENEFITS INDIVIDUAL ($40) / FAMILY ($75) - Membership Card (Family: Up to 5 cards) - Walkway member window-cling decal - 10% discount on Walkway merchandise - Free admission to community events (Walkway at Night, Sunrise Stroll) - Discount tickets to premium events (4th of July Fireworks, Mayfest, Walktoberfest) - Subscription to “The Great Connector” newsletter
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