Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
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In October 2009 the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park opened as a legacy project of the Hudson Fulton Champlain Quadricentennial. The park provides access to the Hudson River's breathtaking landscape for pedestrians, hikers, joggers, bicyclists, and people with disabilities. The bridge deck stands 212 feet above the river's surface and is 6,768 feet (1.28 miles) long, making it the longest, elevated pedestrian bridge in the world.
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The bridge is 212 feet above the Hudson River's surface.
The Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge was built in the late 19th century to link New York and New England to an extensive, nationwide railway network. For decades, it was a major rail corridor for both freight and passengers.
After a fire in 1974, the bridge was abandoned and sat for decades as an orphaned relic. This brand new park was made possible due to the unwavering commitment of the community, who, through a non-profit organization called Walkway Over the Hudson, forged a public private partnership involving the State of New York, the federal government, neighboring municipalities, private corporations and other not for profit groups. The amazing result of this wonderful partnership is a brand new state park, now open for all to enjoy.
New! Ride the glass evelator up to the park or down to the Poughkeepsie waterfront. Along the way, be treated to great views of the surrounding scenery and the structure of the bridge. The elevator is located at Upper Landing Park, a short walk from the Poughkeepsie Train Station. Call (845) 834-3641 to check the operating schedule of the elevator.
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Walkway Over the Hudson - Poughkeepsie, New York
Enjoy an afternoon trek across the historic Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge, now turned state park, complete with beautiful views of the Hudson Valley and a time lapse crossing the bridge at the end.
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Walkway over the Hudson Poughkeepsie to Highland
Get off the couch. Walkway over the Hudson. Craig here fro Squire DPT. This time of year, Upstate New York has a lot to offer in the way of fall foliage. From the Walkway Over the Hudson River in Poughkeepsie, you can do a little sightseeing, check out the fall leaves and the fall colors. So take a break, take a trip and take some pictures. Just get out and do something FUN.
Walkway Over The Hudson State Historic Park
The Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park—a 19th century railroad bridge transformed into the world’s longest linear park—located in New York State’s beautiful Mid-Hudson Valley.
Walkway over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
This video shows my walk over the Hudson.
Much longer then I thought, I think I got a bit tired half way through because I simply forgot to film anything (on my phone anyway). If you do the entire walk following the map (seen early in the clip), it takes quite a long time and is mostly not that interesting (assuming you are not simply out for a walk of course). To this traveller, with hindsight, I would have turned back on the bridge and walked back to the car park. The part of the walk from the Mid-Hudson bridge to the car park (ie the second half of the walk) is particular dull. I missed out on spending time at the FDR Memorial library because of the time spent here.
That's not to knock the actual Walkway which is amazing and well worth stopping to experience...just don't walk the entire loop.
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
Walkway Over the Hudson in Upstate NY
Walkway Over The Hudson - Poughkeepsie NY
Best views of the Hudson River. This video shows our adventure over Walkway Over the Hudson. We rollerbladed over this largest pedestrian bridge in America at sunset and had fantastic views of the charming town of Poughkeepsie, NY in the Hudson Valley. Read about our adventure on FamilyRoadTraveled.com
Walkway Over the Hudson (Poughkeepsie - Highland, NY) - hike flyover
Trail guide for this 3.0-mile hike/stroll: (Note: the blue track in this video shows that you should walk across the river itself -- it's highly recommended that you walk on the actual bridge instead)
Walkway over the Hudson || New York
Walkway over the Hudson is an awesome place to take a stroll! As we were waiting for all the food to be prepped for Thanksgiving we decided to take the opportunity to take a stroll across the Hudson River. It was a beautiful day to take in all the views from the surrounding area!
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Hudson State Historical Park: Walkway Poughkeepsie NY, May 25, 2012
Hudson State Historical Park: Walkway Poughkeepsie NY, May 25, 2012
First opened in 1889, the Poughkeepsie-Highland railroad bridge was the longest cantilever and truss span bridge in the world. Reborn in 2009, walkway over the Hudson State historical Park is the longest elevated pedestrian bridge in the world.
Conceived in 1860, the Poughkeepsie-Highland railroad bridge created the only Hudson Crossing between New York City and Albany. Political and financial difficulties prevented the project from getting underway for several years. In 1886,
When the bridge opened, it was connected to an extensive, nationwide railroad network. The bridge provided a direct route from transporting raw material, such as coal from Pennsylvania and grain from the middle west, across the Hudson River to the Northeast, where most of the nation's manufacturing was concentrated. Trains also carried lumber, beef, produce, and passengers.
During World War II thousand of troops and supplies trains crossed the bridge sometimes at a rate of one per hour heading east to New England ports. Troops and supplies were then deployed overseas
Throughout the 20th century increase trucking, reduce manufacturing, and the development of the interstate highway system hurt American railroads. When a fire broke out on the Poughkeepsie side of the bridge on May 8, 1974, train traffic had already declined dramatically. The fire damaged the bridge, and by the 1980s it was abandoned and sold to a private owner
Walkway Over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie, NY - Shot with DJI Mavic Pro
First flights with my new DJI Mavic Pro.
Walkway Over the Hudson: Greater Walkway Experience
Visit Walkway Over the Hudson in New York State's beautiful Hudson Valley and take in the Greater Walkway Experience! walkway.org
Walkway Over The Hudson
A look at the walkway and Mid Hudson Bridge from above.
Walkway Over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie, NY
A tour of the world's longest pedestrian bridge, witness amazing Hudson River views from the Walkway
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Walkway over the Hudson in spring
View of Poughkeepsie, Route 9, the Mid-Hudson Bridge, a Tea Partier... from the Walkway over the Hudson, in April 2010.
Music in the background is by The Hudson River Rats.
Riding on the Walkway over the Hudson bridge in Poughkeepsie New York
I'm riding the black Speedwagon. I stopped at this bridge after going to Vermont.
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Walkway Over the Hudson Oral History: Father Richard LaMorte
Part of the Walkway Over the Hudson Oral History Series, Father Richard LaMorte provides his perspective on the history of the Walkway project and his involvement in the Mount Carmel Parish.
Top 10. Best Tourist Attractions in Poughkeepsie - New York
Top 10. Best Tourist Attractions in Poughkeepsie - New York: Walkway Over the Hudson, Locust Grove Estate, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College, Vassar College, Bardavon Opera House, Marist College, Mid-Hudson Children's Museum, The Poughkeepsie Post Office, Mid-Hudson Heritage Center, The Waterfront
Walkway Over the Hudson Receives $5 Million Investment for Welcome Centers
Gov. Andrew Cuomo today announced an investment of $5 million to build welcome centers on each side of the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park, including one on the Dutchess County side in the City of Poughkeepsie.