Can you walk over the Mid Hudson Bridge?

There is a safe walking path across the bridge, and you get great views of the Walkway over the Hudson, but the traffic is noisy and moves quickly, but at the pillars you can listen to the Bridge Music, which was a cool surprise.

How long is the Mid Hudson Bridge?

914 m

Is Walkway Over the Hudson free?

Visiting the Walkway Over the Hudson is FREE year-round, except during special events such as the Walkway Marathon, the July 4th Fireworks Spectacular and the Starry Starry Night gala.

How do I get to the Mid Hudson Bridge?

Ride the glass elevator up to the park or down to the Poughkeepsie waterfront and be treated to great views of the surrounding scenery and the structure of the bridge. The elevator is located at Upper Landing Park (83 N. Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY), a short walk from the Poughkeepsie Train Station.

Can you walk across the Hudson River?

You can certainly walk across the Hudson River, but you can also go on wheels. The bridge stands 212 feet tall, or just shy of 20 stories above the river, affording visitors 360 degree views of Poughkeepsie, the Hudson, the nearby Mid-Hudson Bridge.

Is walk over the Hudson open?

Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park: Weather permitting, the Walkway is open daily from 7 a.m. until sunset (see seasonal closing times below). Like the Walkway, the elevator operates weather permitting, and may close for thunder, lightning, and high winds. Elevator Status Hotline: 845-834-3641.

Which is the walkway mile?

This morning series of ten professionally timed one-mile races all takes place 212 feet above the Hudson River on Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park. Participants will enjoy fun races of varying competitive intensity and sweeping, panoramic views not available anywhere else in the world.

How high is Walkway Over the Hudson?

49 m

Does the Walkway Over the Hudson get plowed?

If you live anywhere near the Walkway and you haven’t visited yet, seriously, I have no idea what you’re waiting for. It’s beautiful at all times of year, and it’s one of the only hiking destinations that gets plowed in the winter, making it an excellent cure for cabin fever.

How long is the Hudson Valley Rail Trail?

7.1 miles

What type of bridge is the Walkway Over the Hudson?

Cantilever bridge

What was the first bridge over the Hudson River?

Union Bridge

Is Poughkeepsie walkable?

Walk Score Map Poughkeepsie has an average Walk Score of 63 with 32,736 residents. Poughkeepsie has some public transportation and is somewhat bikeable.

How dangerous is NYC right now?

Lots of crime. That’s right: New York City has a bit of a reputation for crime. From petty theft, bag snatching and pickpocketing to outright violence and mugging, there’s a dark sideto NYC that is enough to put you off.