West Point Volkswalk for Everyone! | Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area

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West Point Volkswalk for Everyone!

Location

US Military Academy, West Point NY
Highland Falls Market (outside), 447 Main Street
Highland Falls, NY, NY 10928

41.374315 -73.963598

County: Orange
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 11, 2016, 9:00AM
  • September 11, 2016, 9:00AM
  • September 11, 2016, 9:00AM

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description On the course, you will pass all of West Point's historic monuments, cadet barracks, chapels and take in views of the Hudson River valley and the mountains above. Come here for a scenic, safe, and traffic free walk. For those that wish to do the 6 mile walk, self-guided directions and map will be provided and the split occurs roughly 1/2 way through the guided portion. (A walk through the historic cemetery will be on the longer trail.) Organization Hosting the Event Volkssport Club at West Point Phone Number (845) -46-7539

Additional Information

The 3 mile course is all on sidewalks with some gravel, but all hard surfaces generally. There are some hills along the way that preclude wheel chairs, but strollers would be doable with a good push.

Trip Duration (hours): 1.5 to 3
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 6
Length (miles): 3 or 6
Boots Needed: No

Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No
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