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Boots, Bikes, and Binoculars - Boots Component
Location
end of Morris Lane, off of Lexington Avenue, Yorktown, NY
end of Morris Lane, off of Lexington Avenue
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
County: Westchester
Region: Lower Hudson
Date(s)
- September 17, 2016, 2:00PM, Walk will occur regardless of the weather.
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description The former quarries at the Sylvan Park Preserve supplied honey colored granite for the approaches to the George Washington and Whitestone bridges. Join Walt and Jane Daniels on a 2.5 mile hike through the park. Visit quarries and the 18-foot circumference Quarry Oak. The trails traverse a variety of terrain, from steep climbs and descents to gentle woods roads. Bring a camera, wear comfortable shoes, bring water and a snack. Walk will occur regardless of the weather. Organization Hosting the Event Yorktown Trail Town Committee, NY-NJ Trail Conference, and Town of YorktownAdditional Information
Some ascents and descents; uneven hiking trails.Additional Equipment Required: Bring a camera, wear comfortable shoes, bring water and a snack.
Event Duration (hours): 2.5
Difficulty: Moderate
Length (miles): 2.5
Boots Needed: No
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No