We’ve got a comprehensive guide to the Hudson River Greenway, but it’s worth pointing out some particularly wonderful running opportunities around its northern section. In addition to the path itself, there are three terrific additions alternatives in the riverside area between 163rd St. & 216th St.:
Fort Tyron Park: Over 8 miles of pathways in this unique, Olmsted-designed park. The Cloisters Museum is located here. The trails are a combination of lovely woods, lawns, and fields. There are also stairs all over the park, so a good opportunity to get those thighs burning! Great views of the Hudson River and Palisades. Also a large, accessible garden.
Inwood Hill Park. Adjacent to Fort Tyron, another couple of miles of woodsy paths, a salt marsh, and interesting rock formations. NYRR hosts a weekly open run.
George Washington Bridge. It is possible to run over the George Washington Bridge! There is a sidewalk along the south side of the bridge open to cyclists on pedestrians. Fantastic views and quite a thrill as you run over to New Jersey. This link has specific instructions on how to access/egress the bridge on the NY and NJ sides. The distance (including access) is about 2 miles one-way, and hilly to access the bridge! Once on the NJ side, there’s nice running along Henry Hudson Dr. for about 2 miles — fairly shaded, with occasional water views.
The Fort Washington Park section of the Hudson River Greenway is also really nice, with great views lots of greenery.
We’ve got a comprehensive guide to the Hudson River Greenway, but it’s worth pointing out some particularly wonderful running opportunities around its northern section. In addition to the path itself, there are three terrific additions alternatives in the riverside area between 163rd St. & 216th St.:
Fort Tyron Park: Over 8 miles of pathways in this unique, Olmsted-designed park. The Cloisters Museum is located here. The trails are a combination of lovely woods, lawns, and fields. There are also stairs all over the park, so a good opportunity to get those thighs burning! Great views of the Hudson River and Palisades. Also a large, accessible garden.
Inwood Hill Park. Adjacent to Fort Tyron, another couple of miles of woodsy paths, a salt marsh, and interesting rock formations. NYRR hosts a weekly open run.
George Washington Bridge. It is possible to run over the George Washington Bridge! There is a sidewalk along the south side of the bridge open to cyclists on pedestrians. Fantastic views and quite a thrill as you run over to New Jersey. This link has specific instructions on how to access/egress the bridge on the NY and NJ sides. The distance (including access) is about 2 miles one-way, and hilly to access the bridge! Once on the NJ side, there’s nice running along Henry Hudson Dr. for about 2 miles — fairly shaded, with occasional water views.
The Fort Washington Park section of the Hudson River Greenway is also really nice, with great views lots of greenery.
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The parks are hilly and it's hilly accessing the GW Bridge
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An iconic urban run and certainly an oasis in Manhattan. Numerous options: 7 mile perimeter path, reservoir route with great skyscraper views, woodsy sections, grand allées.
One of the great runs anywhere, with paths, piers, & parks along the Hudson River on Manhattan's west side stretching for 12 miles from Lower Manhattan to the George Washington Bridge. Iconic views of the river, the New Jersey skyline, & Freedom Tower.
Part of Manhattan's extensive waterfront greenway system, this spectacular path runs along the East River between Battery Park & 125th St., with a ~1 mile gap around the U.N. Great water & skyline views. Can wrap around to West side @Battery Park.
Get up early to run the High Line! This popular 1.5 mile walkway elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side features great views of the river & skyline, landscaping, and public art. Add on with Hudson River Greenway.
Incorporating one New York’s iconic bridges is an integral part of the running experience in New York City. Brooklyn Bridge is a ‘must do’. This nearly 4-mile run features the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges.
A fabulous run with water and skyline views. It’s about 4 miles around the perimeter, with parks on each end. To access the island by foot you have to cross the Queensboro Bridge. Or, access via tram or subway.
A great destination for running, accessed via Manhattan, the Bronx, & Queens. 10 miles of trails passing 330 acres of parkland and 60+ athletic fields. There are several marked running loops and a running track at Icahn Stadium.
A running treat via a 10-minute ferry from Manhattan or Brooklyn. This car-free island has several miles of trails. There are great skyline views from the 2.1 mile perimeter road, a fort, and fun hills in the interior.
Our guide to the other New York City Boroughs: Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Nearly 20 additional routes featuring parks, waterside runs, and other major attractions. Most accessible via public transport.
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The parks are hilly and it's hilly accessing the GW Bridge
Inwood Hill Park. Adjacent to Fort Tyron, another couple of miles of woodsy paths, a salt marsh, and interesting rock formations. NYRR hosts a weekly open run.
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