Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park

Category: Bridge

Address: 61 Parker Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA

Phone: +18454549649

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–8:15PM

Monday: 7AM–8:15PM

Tuesday: 7AM–8:15PM

Wednesday: 7AM–8:15PM

Thursday: 7AM–8:15PM

Friday: 7AM–8:15PM

Saturday: 7AM–8:15PM

Reviews

Colleen Alison Onley-McLean

Jul 18, 2022

Thank goodness there is a "train" to ride across this bridge. You can also ride your own bike. The views are so magical. I bet during the fall it is just spectacular. Nice gift shop. Very nice

Jacob

May 30, 2022

Walkway over the Hudson is one the beautiful, accessible and attraction from the Hudson River “Poughkeepsie-Highland”. This place is fantastic for running, cycling or walking with your favorite person 😉 Smoking, drinking not allowed at this place/area. You can find local vendors for coffee, popcorn 🍿 and of course ice cream at summer season! The place offers public amenities such as; restrooms, an elevator, information center, exquisite vistas, and has an abundance of parking on either side of the Hudson River east and west. If you use google map app, you can find lot of good places for eating, drinking after your visit, one of the places I highly recommended is Lolita’s pizza 🍕 (wood fire pizza place 🤤) reasonable price, fast service and even you can order your pizza and take it up to bridge and enjoy the view and pizza 🍕. There are multiple recycle ♻️ bins at each side, please protect our planet 🌏 by keeping it clean! Thanks 😊

Ulyana

May 17, 2022

This is one of my favorite places with amazing views. I love to come here for a walk with my dog or for a bike ride. Easily accessible it is a great connection between Poughkeepsie and highland. The time it’s open changes depending on the season so make sure to check the hours on their website before going.

Dwayne Sanders

Apr 4, 2022

We are from California and this is one of the coolest landmarks to visit in New York. I love the scenery and crisp air. Oh and it's free! Absolutely beautiful! Hate to return to the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. Enjoying it while it lasts. ❤️❤️❤️💯💯💯👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾😎

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Questions & Answers

Re the elevator; can it take bikes and if so, how many at a time, approximately.. Is it currently working?. Thanks, Richard Fine

Richard Fine | Jan 18, 2020
Eileen Diaz | Jan 19, 2020

The elevator is not in service most of the time. Is nice to ride the bikes.

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What's the opening and closing bridge hours

Samuel Heaven | Jan 18, 2019
James Morse | Jan 19, 2019

The walkway is dusk and dawn

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Is the walkway over the Hudson open on Thanksgiving Day?

Karen Grimaldi | Jan 17, 2021
Denise Carter | Jan 18, 2021

Yes. If weather permits. It will be open Thanksgiving day.

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Is there free WiFi?

Alexander Gomez-Aparicio | Jul 21, 2021
Kevin Dwelley | Jul 22, 2021

The only wifi would be any hotspot that you can connect to, the bridge itself does not have wifi

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Is this place pet friendly?

Maria Suapengco | Jan 17, 2021
Glorious Home | Jan 18, 2021

Yes with leash

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Can you access the bridge from the West side of the river. Directions are telling me to go to the east side

jeffrey koenig | Jan 18, 2020
Charles Lynch | Jan 19, 2020

Yes, you can. Driving and walking it is accessible from either side of the river.

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What is the name of the restaurant beneath the Hudson Walkway in Highlands?

Linda Buchanan | Jan 18, 2019
brent thompson | Jan 19, 2019

Mariners harbor which is now open in Kingston.

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Are there motels near?

Angel Leoteaux | Oct 19, 2021
Candace Collins | Oct 20, 2021

Not immediately near but close.

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Can you ride e bikes on the walkway?

Cathy Clarke | Jul 21, 2021
Adam Raszkiewicz | Jul 22, 2021

Yes but please focus on pedestrians and animals

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Fireworks this year?

James Christiana | Jul 21, 2021
Cynthia Sheptock | Jul 22, 2021

Sorry, I am not from the area, so I would not know

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Can we bring our bikes?

Amour Joy Villamor | Jul 21, 2021
Adam Raszkiewicz | Jul 22, 2021

Yes

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Is the parker ave parking open tonight after 8:30 for the moon walk?

Noreen Luckett | May 22, 2021
Dream House Realty | May 23, 2021

Oh I don't know. Hope so. I forgot about moon Walk. Thanks for the reminder ☺️

How long is the walking bridge

Herb Dobson | Jan 17, 2021
Joe Becker | Jan 18, 2021

It is 1.3 miles each way.

Any other options for wheelchair accessibility at the Highland side since the elevator is closed? And is restroom wheelchair accessible?

chen tony | Jan 17, 2021
Misha Bluvshteyn | Jan 18, 2021

On the ny side there is a parking lot with a straight road to the bridge. The road could be accessed by a wheelchair but the parking lot is not paved like the rest of the bridge.

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Is the elevator on the bridge in operation ? I want to visit soon. L.

larry williams | Jan 17, 2021
David Remy | Jan 18, 2021

If you contact the folks at the Walkway over the Hudson organization I'm sure they can make arrangements to have the elevator available for you when you need it. They are a very proactive and helpful group of people, if they got this bridge up and running, they can help you with ANYTHING you may need, just contact them. Enjoy your visit!

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Is the walkway open? There needs to be an update when they close it for weather.

Ralph Maresca | Jan 17, 2021
Dave G | Jan 18, 2021

YES ITS OPEN

What train takes you close to the walk way bridge over the hudson river train to po

Dianne John | Jan 17, 2021
Matthias Hess | Jan 18, 2021

Metro-North Hudson line to Poughkeepsie

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Can you walk your dog on the bridge?

Gloria Flynn | Jan 17, 2021
Wade Trefethen | Jan 18, 2021

Yes. Walked my pup last week. Just be careful of the hot surfaces. We walked on the slightly shaded side for his paws.

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Is trail open? Was it impacted by hurricane Isaiah?

GLORIA VACULA | Jan 17, 2021
Robert Jewell Jr | Jan 18, 2021

Yes the rail trail over the Hudson River is open and most if not all parts East and West for 20 miles

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What does it close on Friday?

Eliana [email protected] | Jan 17, 2021
Zea Med | Jan 18, 2021

At sunset.

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Can you see pretty foliage early November? Is the elevator working now?

Sangeetha v.m | Jan 18, 2020
Frank Auriemmo | Jan 19, 2020

Yes to the foliage, and they were using the elevator last week when I was there.

are there bike rentals on the bridge

LocalRobloxian | Jan 18, 2020
Paul Grant | Jan 19, 2020

There are like rentals

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What else is there to do nearby

Caroline Kelly | Jan 18, 2020
Mark Kabbash | Jan 19, 2020

The Dutchess County Rail Trail is a great ride!

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I saw something about it being open tonight, how often does this hapoen

Trisha Russell | Jan 18, 2020
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park (Owner) | Jan 19, 2020

We have eight Walkway at Night events each year. Check out walkway.org/events for our full calendar.

Can you buy food at the pavilions

Kathy Strouse | Jan 18, 2020
Frances Pelella | Jan 19, 2020

Just popcorn and drinks

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Can I start on the highland my side and what is the address

Daniel Olympia | Jan 18, 2020
Colleen Elizabeth Cassidy | Jan 19, 2020

Yes. 87 Haviland Road Highland, NY 12528

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Is the elevator working?

Barbara Carlson | Jan 18, 2020
Scott Matthews | Jan 19, 2020

Sorry , it's temporarily closed

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Is it open during the rain?

Lela Wright | Jan 18, 2020
j snook | Jan 19, 2020

Absolutely only closes if icey

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Where to park FREE

DONNA AERY | Jan 18, 2019
Tom Privitera | Jan 19, 2019

You xan park free on both sides while spots are available, we prefer parking on the Highland side, there appears to be more parking spaces.

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Is therr parking nearby?

Lesley San Marco | Jan 18, 2019
Bruce Carlson | Jan 19, 2019

Yes, on both sides.

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Are there any restrooms on the west side of the bridge?

Theresa Maggi | Jan 18, 2019
Steve Zimmerman | Jan 19, 2019

Yes

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Can scooters cross the Bridge?

James Galloway | Jan 18, 2019
Tom Privitera | Jan 19, 2019

Yes they can

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Are there fees

Susan Bergmann | Jan 18, 2019
Tom Privitera | Jan 19, 2019

No fees unless there's an event such as 4th of July. It's a really nice walk, 1.25 miles each way with a breeze once you're over the river.

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What's going on regarding the elevator or the lack thereof of the elevator not working now for months. Just Terrible -Very inconvenient!!

Charles Schembri | Jan 18, 2019
Teva Ingrassia | Jan 19, 2019

Not sure, but you can enter from the west side and just walk right out to the bridge. No stairs, no elevator.

Can u bring dogs?

Debra Boggs | Jan 18, 2019
Teva Ingrassia | Jan 19, 2019

Normally yes, but not for events like 4th of July. Best to check the website or call them in case of an event.

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Is it free to walk across the bridge? Is parking free?

Liam Starkenburg | Jan 18, 2019
John Thibodeau | Jan 19, 2019

Yes it is free. It is also free to park. Enjoy, it's a beautiful crossing! Bring water, a hat, and sunscreen on a sunny day.

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Hudson River walk over tickets for 4th July fireworks?

Pamela Hastings | Jan 18, 2019
Teva Ingrassia | Jan 19, 2019

So worth it! Best 4th of July we had.

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When is the food festival?

Rosemarie Woodbeck | Jan 18, 2019
James Unger | Jan 19, 2019

There's a big deal for The Fourth of July!

Are there areas to rest( benches )on the bridge?

Pamela Seba | Jan 18, 2019
Tim Taylor | Jan 19, 2019

There are several places to rest

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Are there trails leading to this walk?

Pim Winter | Jan 18, 2019
James Unger | Jan 19, 2019

the east side of the bridge is attached to the City of Poughkeepsie proper, while the western side may I attach to some trails as it terminates in Highland which is rural. The walkway over the Hudson is part of a bicycle path in Dutchess County that goes all the way down to East Fishkill, Fishkill, and Beacon though.

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Is there wheelchair access if the elevator is closed? We are happy to get to one side d tbr turn around

Emily Hough | Jan 18, 2019
Dale P | Jan 19, 2019

You can enter on the East at 61parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie 12601or from the West at 87 Havilland Road , Highland NY 12528. Neither requires stairs. The West will get you over the water quicker.

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I am planning to walk the bridge with my toddler and was wondering if it gets very windy.

Mehmet Zubaroglu | Jan 18, 2019
Samee Ali | Jan 19, 2019

Not too windy generally unless there is a storm going on!

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Is there anything happening today on Walkway?

Jan Mahon | Jan 18, 2019
James Unger | Jan 19, 2019

Don't think so.

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how much is the tool

roberto silva | Jan 18, 2019
Karsten Schiller | Jan 19, 2019

Free parking on the west side of the river. There is only a toll to cross the mid Hudson bridge by car going East. No toll for the pedestrian bridge. The bridge till by car was $1.50 But it could be more by now.

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Where is parking lot for bridge walkway?

cc rcNicki Millor | Jan 18, 2019
Dale P | Jan 19, 2019

61 Parker Avenue Poughkeepsie NY 12601 is the official lot.

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Is it open in the evening and is it lit?

Fraidy from Peppermint Photography | Jan 18, 2019
Teva Ingrassia | Jan 19, 2019

It is open in the evening past sunset for special events. You need to bring a flashlight.

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How long is the walk across

Jo Ann Villone | Jan 18, 2019
Teva Ingrassia | Jan 19, 2019

1 1/2 miles

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How much time should I make to experience the whole thing but not have to rush?

Griffin | Jan 18, 2018
Terri Will | Jan 19, 2018

As Sankung suggested, give yourself a couple hours. Also, bring a camera, the view is awesome!

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