Events

Montgomery Place Campus at Bard: Explore Historic "Morning Walk" and 19th Century Wilderness

Location

Montgomery Place Campus at Bard College
26 Gardener Way, River Road
Red Hook, NY 12571

County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

• September 17, 2022, 10:00AM
• Rain Date: September 18, 2022, 10:00AM
• October 1, 2022, 1:00PM
• Rain Date: October 2, 2022, 1:00PM

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description Enjoy a docent-guided stroll along much of the celebrated landscape architect Andrew J. Downing’s "Morning Walk" and through the remnants of his romantic 'Wilderness' at Montgomery Place national historic estate. Take in spectacular views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains while walking the woodland trails in the ravine of the Saw Kill Creek and the meadow paths of the mansion’s west lawn. Historical highlights include: the cascading waterfalls, the hydro-power station, the impressive main drive tree allée and arboretum, the carriage house, and the formal gardens. Sponsoring Organization Bard College

Contact Information

montgomeryplace@bard.edu
845-752-5000

Additional Information

Uneven surfaces, narrow trails with a few steep ascents/descents
Additional Equipment Required: Wear comfortable walking shoes and long pants.

Event Duration (hours): 1.5
Difficulty: Easy
7 years old
Length (miles): 1.5
Path: Returns to start
Boots Needed: No

Family Friendly
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No