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New York

Visitors and locals alike love the ease of traveling through New York City on safe, green, and recreational paths.

Total Miles, Spine Route

34

Miles of Protected Greenway

18

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Current Progress

The Greenway's route through New York passes through one of the largest cities in the world — and is an experience not to be missed. Visitors and locals often agree that traveling through New York on safe, green, recreational paths may be the best way to see Manhattan.

The northern end of the route begins in Westchester County and connects via the Shore Road Greenway and continues onto the Pelham Parkway Greenway. From the Pelham Parkway Greenway, the Greenway travels north along the Bronx River Greenway and connects to the Mosholu Greenway through the Bronx River Forest. From the Mosholu, the route goes to Van Cortlandt Park, exiting on Broadway. The route then uses on-road connections and the Broadway Bridge to link to the Hudson River Greenway near Dyckman Street. Thirteen miles of uninterrupted trail travel the Hudson River Greenway, linking to ferry service at World Financial Center or Pier 11 to New Jersey. 

Traveling by train? 

Quick tips when using Amtrak with your bike: Do your research in advance; each train line features different bike rack equipment and loading procedures. Check Amtrak for the latest and when in doubt: call the station if you have questions. Click for more: https://www.amtrak.com/bike

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Designated Trails in New York

Mileage counts reflect the portion of each trail that is part of East Coast Greenway.

  • Shore Road Greenway, Bronx; 3 mi

  • Pelham Parkway Greenway, Bronx; 2.3 mi

  • Bronx Park Greenway, Bronx; 0.7 mi

  • Bronx River Pathway (5 segments); 5.1 mi

  • Mosholu Greenway, Bronx; 1.2 mi

  • Van Cortlandt Park Greenway, Bronx; 1.1 mi

  • Hudson River Greenway, Manhattan; 12.4 mi

  • Randall’s Island Greenway, Manhattan; 2.1 mi

  • 103rd St. Footbridge, Manhattan; 0.2 mi

  • East River Esplanade, Manhattan; 6.7 mi

  • NY Waterway Ferry, Manhattan-Jersey City, NJ
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New York: Hudson River Greenway, New York City, 12.4 miles. The Greenway is a great way to travel north and south on the island of Manhattan, with broad views of the Hudson River. This most populated stretch of East Coast Greenway begins at Battery Park and travels the length of the island to the George Washington Bridge. At rush hour, join the throngs: bicycle commuters and recreationalists, runners and walkers.

Greenway Guidance

While the East Coast Greenway Alliance is constantly improving the safety of the Greenway route through its advocacy efforts, many of the current on-road connections, including those on the Greenway’s interim routes, have little or no special provisions for bicyclists or pedestrians. Long-distance travel via on-road sections of the Greenway is recommended for experienced cyclists only. Many lengthy traffic-free segments of the Greenway are suitable for families and cyclists, walkers and runners of all ages and abilities. 

The current on-road routing is housed on low-traffic roads whenever possible. We aim to be as clear as we are able about the conditions riders can expect by including alerts for known stressful sections on our online mapping tool at map.greenway.org. Directional signage may or may not be present along the route. Users are advised to review state traffic laws, research current road conditions and discuss plans with people familiar with area roadways.

This website provides information for the public about trails and roads for traveling the interim route of the East Coast Greenway and their general suitability for long-distance cycling and walking. The East Coast Greenway Alliance and those involved with the development and publication of this website do not assume any liability for injuries, damage or loss to persons using this information or the routes suggested. People using this information are responsible for their own safety and should take appropriate precautions. 

Trips of Interest

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Itinerary • New York City, NY

Day Tour of the Big Apple

1-day cycling/walking tour recommended by Eric Weis

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Itinerary • Newark, NJ

Food Tour of New Jersey

A culinary exploration recommended by Silvia Ascarelli

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Itinerary • Simsbury, CT

Tour of Connecticut's Farmington Valley

3-4 day bike tour recommended by Bruce Donald

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Our Partners in New York

Partners include but are not limited to:

 

News and features of interest

2024 ecga ny manhattan east river 9749
September 30, 2024

Greenway momentum builds in the Big Apple

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September 21, 2024

EdMundo Martinez honored with East Coast Greenway’s first Roger Herz Greenway and Active Mobility Award

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May 9, 2024

East Coast Greenway welcomes New Jersey & New York Manager Sofia Barandiaran

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Want to see the Greenway grow in New York?

Greenway Ambassadors

Greenway Ambassadors are our super-volunteers, folks who love the East Coast Greenway and offer to pitch in on events, trail stewardship, social media, and more. Interested in pitching in? Write to Allison Burson, our National Greenway Director.

Many thanks to our New York Ambassadors, who include:

  • Scott Baker
  • Jeff Behm
  • Eileen Munsch
  • Buzz Shattan
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Together, let's grow the Greenway

Recent record-setting funding for design and construction goes directly to building the East Coast Greenway - as it should. The East Coast Greenway Alliance needs your support to continue our advocacy work that is fueling completion of the Greenway. The Alliance has a sustained track record of turning every dollar donated to our nonprofit into $100 in public infrastructure investment. Invest today and support the growth of the East Coast Greenway from Maine to Florida.

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