THERE ARE PICNIC BENCHES AT BOTH ENDS WITH VENDORS OF VARIOUS FOOD AND DRINK. Bridge, but Black fence ends at Pumphouse rdHoping it goes further,Then i go east and it ends at the Train Tressel which i understand because it would cost to much to cross it i guess,but then the cutoff is at at Lisi's towing which baffles me but when i drive down Rt.6 in my Vehicle the Black Fence starts up again Hmmm!!!. Traversing a wooded corridor, this segment offers a quiet place to reflect and remember those who have served their country.The path continues through the town of East Fishkill and ends in Hopewell Junction. The first part to Whaley Lake passes several nice ponds with some hills in the background. WebHopewell Depot Trailhead Parking in East Fishkill Located at Railroad Avenue (just off of Route 376 at the Hopewell Depot) in East Fishkill. It's a lovely, well maintained trail that connects to the walkway over the hudson and the hudson valley rail trail. Be the first to leave a review! From Whaley Lake to Hopewell Junction, the trail is more secluded, passes over a couple of country roads and through rock cuts, and there are a few nice peeks through the trees and a view of the valley. Looks like a stairway is being installed at the Peaceable Hill Road overpass. Rode from the Walkway Over The Hudson to Hopewell Junction (for lunch) and back on a sunny September Saturday. Highly recommend. Either someone was reading the plans upside down, or there will be a very unusual L shaped RT pedestrian bridge at this crossing. Hike the Perkins/Fahnestock/Charcoal Burners Trail Loop. It was a sunny, hot day, and be advised that there was a pretty direct sun overhead for most of the trail (not a lot of shade), so bring sunscreen. You walk down a flight of steps, ride down Peaceable Hill Road to Rt. Rode from Lake Tonetta to Hopewell Junction and back, about 44 miles. - the NEW wood mileage markers DO NOT coincide with the OLD green metal mileage markers. You can walk your bike along RR, via open fence for this 50 yards or so or cycle downhill on Peaceable Hill rd and up the hill on East Main to get back on. It's a lovely, well maintained trail that connects to the Walkway over the Hudson and the Hudson Valley Rail Trail. Trail Ratings 5.0 from 2 votes #1 To be expected. The big question is whether the County will be able to acquire the rights from CSX to the 1 mile piece from Morgan Lake (near DCC) to the foot of the Walkway Over The Hudson. Point-to-Point. Recently, I visited the tracks. Pedestrians are great, with only bikes there is a lot less stress about passing. The trail travels from Hopewell Junction to Brewster and is considered to be easy to moderate with few hills. Looking for the best hiking trails in Hopewell Junction? The swamp was huge and there were lots of historical signs. The last part goes thru a simsbury park, there are a lot of roots, gotta be careful. phase 2 section mostly in the town of Poughkeepsie.This phase 2 section goes from the northern terminus at Morgan Lake in the city of Poughkeepsie to Overocker Rd. first class trail all the way to Hopewell Jct. I traveled from CT to come try this trail. Some sections of the trail can be quite remote; Ive ridden miles without seeing another biker/runner. We started in Hopewell Junction and ended at a park right outside of Brewster. The unfortunate part is that over the last year the trail has become nothing more than a place to honor dead loved ones and promote businesses. Finally with millions of dollars promised to the Hudson Valley Greenway this could be just the place to spend it. That route would followthe old Maybrook line. The Walkway over the Hudson is most extraordinary and marvelous. Great day on the Maybrook. This final phase of the rail trail encompasses more than just the new 900 foot 5 span bridge over SR 55,as I found out when I was at Old Manchester Rd.,behind Page Lumber,recently. Surface is very good and well maintained. The sound of nature puts yourself outside your busy lifestyle and into nature. Walking: 57 hours; Biking: 11.5 hours; Pavement; dog-friendly; passes through several communities Starting at the trailhead parking area near the Hopewell Depot Museum in Hopewell Junction, this section of the trail provides easy access to plenty of local A real mixed bag but mostly very enjoyable. It is nicely paved all the way to HJ with mileage markers with "HJ" indicating distance to Hopewell Junction. The trail is paved and generally flat, making accessible to a wide range of users, including walkers, cyclists, skaters, cross-country skiers and snowshoers. As previous comments noted it's not exactly flat. Donate Today Ready to Trail paved a few hundred yards north toward I84. A number of websites seem to indicate the path is still under construction and not yet open to the public but MTA does not seem to restrict access. Once you get east of the bridge, the trail is MUCH LESS crowded. to the north end of phase 1 and that last 1/2 mile bit to the depot and a tad beyond for a full (much longer) report on this trail (and others in the area) and pictures please visit my Hudson Valley Cycling adventures and trailways report blog at: http://trailways.bigk12603.com. I parked at Pumphouse Rd which is right before the Tonetta Lake parking area. The William R. Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trailnamed for the Dutchess County executive who championed itis a treasure in New York's Hudson Valley region. At the end of the trail in Hopwell Jct there is a restaurant called "daddy". This trail is estimated to be 25.7 mi long and takes on average 8 h 5 min to hike. Although Im guessing, I think that, where the bike path dies in Brewster, New York, a continuation of the paved bike path will spring up in the next three years because theres a way to do it, and the way looks clear. We started from the southern endpoint in Hopewell Junction and rode the trail to Poughkeepsie where we rode over the Walkway Over The Hudson on onto the Hudson Valley Rail Trail to New Paltz. My friend and I started at Hopewell Junction and glad we did. Looking good thus far! At the South end where the Hopewell station is located it looks like an extention to the trail is under construction. Don't believe the haters. The trail is in great condition, has some great lake and marsh views throughout and crosses the Appalachian Trail at one point. We biked from Simsbury to Farmington on the Canal trail. Beautiful trail, clean and well kept and super clean bathrooms in Hopewell Junction. I rode this over two separate weekends, Once from the Wassaic train station to Millerton, and once from Millerton to almost the end of the trail. A great experience at every level. Everyone should take advantage of this gem of Dutchess County. But I love this about this route: It joins towns youd probably never think of visiting. The trail is mostly wooded and there is not much to see as far as scenery but if you looking for a level smooth place to ride, this trail is a great choice. And in Hopewell Junction, parking is available at the Hopewell Depot (36 Railroad Ave, Hopewell Junction). The trail, which is owned and was built by Metro North Rail, occupies the former secondary track of the Beacon Line. All of them are van-accessible with striped access aisles. County Exec. On the way back we took the River trail. It is excellent how the trail links up with the walkway-over-the Hudson (which was simply an abandoned hulk when I lived there!) The perfect place to stroll and enjoy fall colors. Looks like it will be a nice trail when complete. Traffic was not bad at all. It is snow and ice-free at this time. Well maintained. with a kiosk - at the northern trail head terminus (and will be forever) at Morgan Lake technicaly in the CITY of Poughkkepsie there is a small like county park within the Morgan Lake city park with benches,a kiosk,flowers and now a new memorial for Michael Murphy - the southern end does not go all the way to the old depot in Hopewell Jct. Not ready for biking at this location YET, but it will be fun to watch things progress from here, and eventually connect up to the Putnam Trailway (http://www.traillink.com/trail/putnam-trailway.aspx). Money and time were devoted to this and result is the most beautiful one around. The route links towns, villages, historic sites, natural scenic areas and already-built shared-use pathways. empiretrail.ny.gov/ Shared By: Walt T. Full Details. We just finished riding this trail yesterday 9/9/19 and we have to say this is the best maintained paved trail we have ever rode our bikes on. Not a problem, just made it easier on the way back. The Outbound works best with JavaScript enabled. The Maybrook, connecting Brewster, NY and Hopewell Junction, NY, officially opened in January 2021, and is a new addition to the larger Empire State Trailway initiative. NOTE:mile 0.0 has been changed a tad and the RT is now shorter by .1 mi. Seems to be about a mile of San over gravel. In summer, I imagine, the lake community would be a good place to get a cone. When I got near the top the cooler temperatures and shade kept the trail snow covered. My husband and I ride our bikes here and love it! The only thing that would be great to see would be mile markers. Will do again in the fall and take my camera! The route continues to Hopewell Junction where it picks up another section of the Empire State Trail lots of info on the web. As of 4 July 2016. Definitely worth a visit! I BIKED THE HUDSON VALLEY RAIL TRAIL TO TONY WILLIAMS PARK( WHICH WAS TO THE LEFT OF THE PARKING LOT) THE PARK HAD A NICE COVERED PICNIC AREA ,IF YOU WANTED TO START AND END YOUR RIDE THERE. From there the bike trail is quite good for a while, but then you have to bike on the road. Everywhere, ponds, lakes and streams. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. Enter your Tweet. It is one of several trails that make up the Empire State Trail across New York State750 miles of walking and bikeways running from New York City to the Canadian border, as well as from Albany to Buffalo. Get ice cream or a slice at the frozen caboose! Started in Niverville and headed south to Valatie, then back north to North Chatham and back to Niverville. From Hopewell, It continued to Poughkeepsie. Connected to Duchess Rail Trail and went all the way to Walkway over the Hudson. Trail was very well maintained, well marked with mileage points. Add Photo. Hopewell Junction: With an ascent of 859 ft, Maybrook Trailway has the most elevation gain of all of the wheelchair friendly trails in the area. This trail, combined with the majestic Walkway Over The Hudson and the Hudson Valley trail, make this 37 mile round trip the best rail trail within 100 miles of NYC. It was once a two-track freight line, but one track was removed in 1962; which is where the bike path is situated. We rode this trail in June 2020. The trail parallels the other set of Metro North-owned disused Beacon Line tracks as it travels over 23 miles from Brewster through Southeast, Patterson, Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill to the hamlet of Hopewell Junction. This is all part of a section of NY's Empire State trail, and includes off road portions in Kingston, NY (the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail - gravel), continues through New Paltz, NY to the Hudson Valley RT, across the Walkway Over The Hudson and then to the Dutchess section. Informative signage, especially on the Walkway Over the Hudson and Duchess trails. About 65 minutes to the turn around point, very leisurely done but flew back to Hopewell Junction at 17 mph and 40 minutes. Pretty, shady, flat. Even a few hours a month will make a huge difference for the Hopewell Depot Museum. Tweet. Basically brand new, uncrowded, lots of interesting sights along the way including multiple water views and lots of greenery. Most of it is shady and flat. 6, go down the hill, turn left again on Rt 6 and then ride up the hill past the Honda dealership where another set of stairs on the left will bring you back to the trail. Help defend and expand trails nationwide. I HOPE TO CONTINUE THIS RIDE TO THE END POINT IN THE FUTURE. WebDutchess Rail Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Lagrangeville, New York. All are great. Ive completed the Wilton trails in Lovers Lane, Entrance near Orems Dinner and Mathews Park. I would ride it again, and again. This leads to the Casino Trail (red markers). There is a bar & grill type restaurant adjacent to the trail at HJ. Some busy crossings but cars all stopped to let me go. As you go upward the trail becomes very beautiful with flora and fauna. Fall colors were amazing while I was there. We locked the bikes up by the walkway, headed into town for an incredible lunch. The parking lot at Overocker road is small. Take the parkway 3.9 miles to Exit 41 for Beekman Road/County Road 9. I'm excited to use this path once the project is completed. We rented bikes in new paltz to go from there up past Rosendale trestle The best time to visit here is early morning in the fall. The trail climbs steeply to some old ruins of a casino. The trail from end to end (18 miles) is perfectly paved with numerous bridges and parking access points scattered about all in pristine condition. From our board members to our tour guides to everyone in between they have two things in common, the urge to expand the knowledge of the depot and history and they all volunteer their time. The stunning converted railroad bridge takes trail users over the Hudson River and leads directly to the Hudson Valley Rail Trail in Ulster County. No stars. It would be a considerable uphill walk from Greenhaven as there is no trail head parking until you reach the summit. The Hudson Valley Rail trail is a great place to have fun and share a walk with a friend, walk your dogs or enjoy a bike ride. This trail is a gem. I was unable to find any access point to this trail in August 2015. Parking for Holmes access is at the Community Center on 292 (not the apartment building on the corner) unless you want to get towed, they aren't very nice about it but can't really blame them. I'll be avoiding the section from Wappingers to Fishkill from now on, it's far too depressing. It is finely crushed gravel which is an up grease from mud; however check your bike company to make sure your tires are appropriate for this type of gravel Rode this trail on May 29, 2016. What will it connect? THERE ARE NUMEROUS CROSSINGS AND PORTAPOTTY'S ALONG THE WAY, ALONG WITH A BIKE SHOP AT ABOUT MILE MARKER 7.ABOUT A 1/2 MILE BEFORE OVEROCKER RD. Note: As of December 2021, the trail is fully complete except for a bridge on its southern end in Brewster; stairways on either side of the bridge are available for the detour. And then Whaley Lake is beautiful, theres a long stretch right alongside it. You must do Walkway over The Hudson. I RODE PART OF THIS TRAIL LAST YEAR FROM THE WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON. Except for either end, it is a somewhat secluded trail and very quiet. Explore the best rated trails in Hopewell Junction, NY. On my walk down to Southeast Park today, I checked what I suppose will be an "entrance" to this path, accessible from Pumphouse Rd. There is an unmarked road section leading to another flight of steps on East Main Street (bypassing an unusable trestle). If you are in the area I would highly recomend you take the time and visit this rail trail. So far, there are two pieces completed with a parking area at the ends of each segment. Check or FAQs for more common login questions. Beautiful bike trail to enjoy the fall colors. Id definitely go back as this was my first time to try it out. As it should be. Check the Empire State Trail website for more info. 12 memorial benches in less than 1.5 miles and business advertisements, complete with phone numbers have replaced the natural scenery in front of Lake Walton, what was once the most scenic section of the 15 mile stretch to the Walkway. Wassaic didn't offer much in the way of attractions or close by food, Millerton on the other hand had plenty to offer and explore, there is even an actual bathroom on the trail in Millerton. All in all, a great new trail and in Fall this is going to be spectacular. I STOPPED FOR A COLD PINT AND A BITE TO EAT AT A BAR LOCATED AT THE TRAILHEAD LOT IN HOPEWELL JUNCTION. How much is the Train fare to Hopewell Junction? I rode north past Tonetta and up towards Patterson. Todays one way mileage for that section was also about 5 miles; a great ride, and you can ride much farther (we often go as far as Whalley Lake, just not today) as the trail goes all the way to Hopewell Junction where you can pick up the Dutchess Rail Trail. There are plenty of benches along the way for a snack and rest. The last stretch, the Hudson Valley trail, isn't as well paved, but it's pretty short and still nice to ride. The only problem was that it incorrectly listed a particular parking lot and sent me on a wild goose chase for a non existent parking lot. Visit the Dutchess County Parks & Trails Application. The best part is a 2 mile section along Whaley Lake beautiful views of the lake and some very nice houses on the opposite shore. Please explore responsibly! So get out and ride. It is Beautiful day for a late October ride. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! Help the Museum by donating today to the Caboose Fund, | 36 Railroad Avenue Hopewell Junction, NY 12533, P.O. This trail was incredible when it opened, helped me train for marathons, triathlons, and got me in shape. They should rename it the funeral mile. Not sure about the intent of this, as the other section from Overrocker Rd to Morgan lake (about 2.5 miles) doesn't have this 'feature'. IT IS A RAISED TRAIL FOR SOME PARTS SO KEEP AN EYE ON THE KIDS. They are also part of the Empire State Trail, a developing 750-mile trail network spanning the state from New York City to Canada and Buffalo to Albany.Traveling east from Poughkeepsie, the route passes a large golf course and Morgan Lake Park, a popular spot for fishing. At the SR36 crossing, there has been no new work. Okay, I road the whole trail, but on 2 days separated by a month. This is one of my favorite hikes in the Clarence Fahnestock State Park. This is the only map of the plan released so far: Trail map (so far) for the Empire State Trail. A few scenic spots along the way but rare massive vistas if thats what you like. And itlacks the meatydetails. Parking is free by the road, hike towards the lake about a mile or so. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. I have been using the Dutchess Rail Trail for a couple years and have noticed lots of people riding, running, walking and just meandering about without a care in the world. Heading north from Diddell road is a breeze. Nearby homes similar to 7 Trails End have recently sold between $670K to $670K at an average of $220 per square foot. But hardly noticeable. Love it so much. WebNearby Recently Sold Homes. While a fire station advertised a fish-fry, jaunty old barns tilted in the grass. Don't forget your camera for a selfie or groupie on the bridge overlooking the Hudson. Diddell Road Trailhead in Hopewell Junction, New York. Continue on US 9 N for 14.4 miles to NY 9G in Poughkeepsie; you will travel under the Walkway Over the Hudson on the way to this exit. This trail is well marked and is a great combination of climbing steep rocky sections and walking flat sections with decent views. Started at Hopewell Junction. About a half mile over the line to an overpass at Mill Plain Rd in Ridgefield CT. Great for family. Its a short hike but you certainly could go further up. Built in 1873, this former hub on the Maybrook Line of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad now offers a museum and historical photo gallery inside. It was a nice leisurely ride up to Walkway on the Hudson in Poughkeepsie. So far, it is relatively undiscovered by users that can make biking treacherous: people walking dogs on leashes and small children weaving across the trail. In all almost a 18 mile ride one way. Surprised to find the white blazes of the Appalachian Trail where it crossed the bike path. According to AllTrails.com, the longest wheelchair-friendly trail in Hopewell Junction is. TrailLink is a free service provided by Rails-to-Trails conservancy, We're a non-profit all about helping you enjoy the outdoors, NY-82 in Hopewell Junction (Dutchess Rail Trail) and New York/Connecticut border at Danbury, CT. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! The route is very open since the trail parallels the old (still there) tracks, theres a feeling of openness bright sun the entire way. 5K (3.1 miles) Run/Walk We have hosted this event for the past 5 years on the Dutchess County Rail Trail and hands down, it is the most magical day- rain or shine, it I didnt see any other bathrooms along the route, havent yet explored on-road possibilities e.g. Soon to come next to the former diamond is a replica of the tower based on original architectural drawings. Enjoy and don't believe the haters! We traversed the "Walkway Over The Hudson" bridge which is the world's longest pedestrian bridge over water at 1.28 miles and reaches above the Hudson River 212 feet. This section runs from Brewster to Hopewell Junction. Train, taxi Used my road bike with a few friends and had a great ride. Of course these attributes means it can get a little crowded by mid-afternoon on a weekend, but that's easily avoidable by starting early. as of this date. Started at Diddell Road parking lot, about 4 miles north of the starting point in Hopewell Junction, rode over the Walkway over the Hudson and returnedabout 22 miles round-trip. Returning southbound is a little tougher since there is the slight upward grade. Most of what remains is Early in the morning or after work in the evening. Our inaugural ride on the Maybrook trailway today. Route 292) but I did not go off the trail on this trip. No regrets fabulous paved trail. This section ends at a trailhead parking area in Hopewell Junction, several hundred yards west of Route 82, which includes a railroad depot museum and public restrooms. This 15-mile section features long stretches of trail, with relatively few access points or crossroads. See Hopewell Junction, NY, on the map Pedro Xing - Own work, CC0 Image may be subject to copyright. It is worth the short trip everytime I go there. I just do not give five stars but if I did this trail would get one. Great trail if you want a great distance ride. There are no services between Brewster and HJ, and the trail feels pretty remote, but there's lots of nice scenery. With It's in perfect condition with limited road crossings. The pond is crystal clear and has a wonderful tree line right on the water. Great views, lots of shade and rest stops. Then it continues through the Maybrook, Putnam, North County and South County rail trails to NYC. I WILL SEND PHOTOS AS WELL . I highly recommend it for novices and experts alike. Have you done this adventure? First I started at the Hopewell Junction parking lot (the end of the William R. Steinhaus Dutchess County Rail Trail). This is going to be an awesome trail when it is done. Trail is flat and way too many people on rhe bridge but it is labor day weekend. It goes parallel to the river and it is very pretty. Southeast Town Park (192-198 Pumphouse Rd, Brewster) on Tonetta Lake acts as the Brewster Trailhead. Its well maintained with plenty of benches to rest and a mixture of sun and shady spots. The first segment to the CT line was new to us; there is an on-road detour due to a bridge out at Peaceable Hill Road. Hopewell Junction has a great stop at their old train station with picnic tables and restroomsthey did a great job with that. THER ARE A LOT OF INTERPERTIVE SIGNAGE ALONG THE WAY WITH INTERESTING PHOTOS AND INFO . When you return to Hopewell the folks at Daddy O's will be more than happy to serve up a pub lunch and refreshments. At Denton Lakeon Thursday, I found men fishing in the afternoon, under pink trees that were just starting to leaf out. The trail all but completes the connection to the Putnam Trailway, which in turn connects to the North County Trailway on its way down to NYC. If you're a local, you will know where the multitude of lots are, but since I live an hour away, I really depended on the app which led me astray. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! Trail also passes the somewhat harrowing sight of Greenhaven prison briefly and also an area for NYPD canine training with big fences. Yes, there are quite a few "in loving memory" benches on a particular stretch but it's really not a big deal. There is construction equipment at the west end, but not much happening. An absolute "must do" for any serious trail user! 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