Events

Cold Spring Volkswalk for Everyone!

Location

Cold Spring Depot Restaurant
1 Depot Square
Cold Spring, NY 10516

County: Putnam
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

• September 11, 2022, 9:30AM, RSVP please to vcwpava@gmail.com or call 845-462-7539 and leave a message; bad weather (rain) will cancel

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description Both trails goes by many 19th century historic buildings, antique shops, and boutiques with spectacular views of the Hudson River. It also walks through the historic West Point Foundry. Hardy souls can also do the second half, another 5 km (3.1 miles) that ventures into the village of Nelsonville. A self-guided brochure and guide/map is available that will point out the various historical sites and natural scenic points along the way should you wish to do the walk solo, but a member of the Volkssport Club at West Point will walk the two routes consecutively leaving at 9:45 AM as well. Sponsoring Organization Volkssport Club at West Point

Contact Information

vcwpava@gmail.com
845-462-7539
https://www.facebook.com/Volkssport-Club-at-West-Point-111535242222524/

Registration

Advance registration required.
RSVP please to vcwpava@gmail.com or call 845-462-7539 and leave a message; bad weather (rain) will cancel

Additional Information

Two 5 km (3.1 miles each) routes are offered, both routes go through the historic West Point Foundry. The longer route continues east and through the village of Nelsonville. Both routes are not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs due to being on dirt paths and hills.
Activities: No fee for walking, those walkers participating in the American Volkssport Association walking program pay $3 for the usual credit fee.

Event Duration (hours): 1.5 to 3 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Not suitable for children under age 6.
Length (miles): 3 or 6
Path: Returns to start
Boots Needed: No

Family Friendly
Walking Distance to Amtrak or Metro North Station
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No
Additional Wheelchair Info: Mostly on city streets with some