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Walkway Over the Hudson – Hudson Valley Rail Trail loop from Poughkeepsie

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Walkway Over the Hudson – Hudson Valley Rail Trail loop from Poughkeepsie

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Walkway Over the Hudson – Hudson Valley Rail Trail loop from Poughkeepsie

05:53

98.6km

1,300m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.40 km for 76 m

After 97.4 km for 76 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.84 km

Walkway Over the Hudson

Highlight • Bridge

Fantastic views to both sides. Wide enough for riders and walkers.

Tip by

3.60 km

Rail Trail Between Walkway Over the Hudson and Highland

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful trail, looks and feels brand new

Tip by

5.00 km

Hudson Valley Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Tail remains car free and allows fast progress. Watch out for hikers at the bridge head - increased foot traffic

Tip by

8.38 km

1889 Rail Bed Trail

Highlight • Trail

It's a dirt trail that branches off the HVRT. It gives you a different perspective than riding on the HVRT.

Tip by

32.1 km

Copes Lookout

Viewpoint

46.7 km

Lake Minnewaska

Highlight • Lake

Lake Minnewaska is a beautiful swim spot in the summer.

Tip by

48.8 km

View from Kempton Ledge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Kempton Ledge is a great spot to stop to take in the scenery. There is a large opening in the trees here where you can see well beyond the cliff ledge. There are no signs to mark this viewpoint.

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52.4 km

Castle Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

This promontory offers great panoramic views. The perfect spot for a break!

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54.1 km

Hamilton Point

Viewpoint

61.3 km

Awosting Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Awosting Falls is a beautiful place to stop and enjoy being out in nature. The falls are about 60 feet high and set amongst a dramatic cliff.

Note that it …

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98.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

62.7 km

26.8 km

5.12 km

3.06 km

522 m

215 m

126 m

Surfaces

51.6 km

30.0 km

10.7 km

5.64 km

392 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (650 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 10 July

31°C

21°C

50 %

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Walkway Over the Hudson – Hudson Valley Rail Trail loop from Poughkeepsie

Walkway Over the Hudson

Rail Trail Between Walkway Over the Hudson and Highland

Hudson Valley Rail Trail

1889 Rail Bed Trail

Lake Minnewaska

View from Kempton Ledge

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