Events
The 2024 Hudson River Valley Ramble will occur on August 31st and every day in September. Event leaders will be able to submit events in Spring. If you have questions about hosting an event for the Ramble, please email ramble@hudsongreenway.ny.gov.
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Croton Dam & Reservoir Hike
Location
Croton Gorge Park
Route 129
Cortlandt, NY 10567
County: Westchester
Region: Lower Hudson
Date(s)
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September 9, 2023, 10:00AM, Meet in large parking lot
- Rain Date: September 10, 2023, 10:00AM, Meet in large parking lot
Details
Event Type Historic Site Tour/History Description Free (except per car $10 parking fee), easy, 2-mile/2-hour round trip hike along the Old Croton Aqueduct to the top of the beautiful Croton Dam. Meet near the restrooms at the rear (south end) of the park. The leader of the hike will discuss the history and construction of the Old Croton Aqueduct and the features of the Croton Dam, the trailhead of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. The Aqueduct was completed in 1842 to supply fresh water to a thirsty New York City. From Metro-North Hudson Line Croton-Harmon Train Station: 15-minute taxi. Organization Hosting the Event Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct Phone Number 646-303-1448Registration
Croton Gorge Park charges $10 per car.Additional Information
Additional Equipment Required: water and sturdy shoesEvent Duration (hours): 2
Not suitable for children under age 5.
Family Friendly
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No