Walkway @ Night | Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area

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Start planning your next trip to the Hudson River Valley around a Ramble event. There are over 150 events held every September, and we can’t wait to welcome you back! 

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Walkway @ Night

Location

Walkway Over the Hudson- 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY and 87 Haviland Rd Highland NY

, NY

41.702957 -73.945938

County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 20, 2024, 7:00PM
Detailed Times/Hours The event takes place from 7pm-8:30pm and can be accessed from either side of the bridge.

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description The Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization is pleased to offer the opportunity to enjoy amazing Hudson Valley views after dark from 212 feet above the Hudson River at Walkway at Night. This is a non-guided walk that can be adjusted for length from 1-3 miles. Our friends from the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association will be on-bridge with telescopes to view the night sky (weather permitting). Reserve your ticket for entry at walkway.org/walkwayatnight. As always, Walkway members are welcome to attend at no cost. Non-members can register for $5. Children 12 and under are free. We can’t wait to see you on the Walkway! Organization Hosting the Event Walkway Over the Hudson Friends Organization Phone Number (845) 454-9649 Contact Email volunteer@walkway.org

Registration

$5 per person, kids 12 and under are free.

Additional Information

This is a non-guided monthly event that allows visitors to see the Walkway at night. The patron chooses how far onto the Walkway to walk, but generally it is 1-1.5 miles to get to the center and back. The path is smooth with no stairs required.
Additional Equipment Required: Dress for the weather as it is often windy at the middle of the bridge.

Trip Duration (hours): 1.5
Difficulty: Easy
Length (miles): 1-3
Boots Needed: No

Family Friendly: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Yes
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