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The 2025 Hudson River Valley Ramble will occur on August 30th and every day in September.
Event leaders will be able to submit events in the Spring. If you have questions about hosting an event for the Ramble, please email ramble@hudsongreenway.ny.gov.
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Appalachian Trail Hike to the Iconic Dover Oak, learn about epic Arbor Day Volunteer Project
Location
MetroNorth RR AT Station Stop
991 Route 22
Pawling, NY 12564
County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson
Date(s)
- September 22, 2018, 10:00AM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description The hike starts at the Appalachian Trail Boardwalk, west of the MetroNorth RR AT station stop, which is just south of Native Landscapes, 991 Rt 22. We will hike west (southbound,) across the 1600' boardwalk which was finished in 2012. It spans the Great Swamp, New York State's third largest freshwater wetlands. A bridge at the end takes you over the Swamp River and you'll head up through a forested hillside. At the top of Corbin hill, the path opens onto farmlands and follows along the perimeter of one of the fields. Heading off the hill, you will arrive at the Dover Oak on West Dover Road in Pawling. This magnificent landmark is over 300 years old, and with a 20' circumference. It is reportedly the largest tree on the 2180 mile footpath from Georgia to Maine, and is on the NYS "Big Tree" Registry as the largest White Oak. For more information: harlemvalleyat@gmail.com On Instagram: @harlemvalleyatcommunity Organization Hosting the Event Harlem Valley Appalachian Trail Community Phone Number (212) -41-7817Additional Information
Moderate ascent/descentAdditional Equipment Required: Water, bug spray, sun screen, snacks
Trip Duration (hours): 3
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 6
Length (miles): 4
Boots Needed: No
Family Friendly: Yes
Walking Distance to Amtrak or Metro North Station: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No