Walkway Over the Hudson is open for solitary outdoor recreation during regular hours
For the safety of all visitors and staff, please wear a face covering while visiting the Walkway
CLICK HERE For more information on how to make your own free face covering
The elevator will remain closed indefinitely
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.
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. The 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 partnership is Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park, one of the Hudson Valley's top attractions.
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. While there is no vehicular parking at Upper Landing, parking can be found in the surrounding area. Visit http://upperlanding.org/parking/ for details. Although leashed pets are allowed on the Walkway, only service animals are permitted on the elevator. Bicycles can be brought on the elevator.
The park offers interpretive signs and a Talkway Over the Walkway cell phone tour. There is also an audio tour available online in English, Spanish and Mandarin at https://walkway.org/walkway-audio-tours.
Reminders:
There are access points to the park on both sides of the Hudson River:
East side of the River (Dutchess County) 61 Parker Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Directions:
By train: Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park is located just 4 blocks north of the Metro North and Amtrak station in Poughkeepsie. If the elevator is open, exit the station via the Water Street exit and walk north for five minutes to Upper Landing Park, on the left. Otherwise, take a 15-minute walk to Washington Street to climb the staircase up to the bridge.
By car: take Route 9 to Route 9G north (Marist Drive). Bear right onto Washington Street. Proceed on Washington Street for 0.5 miles. Turn left on Route 9G/Parker Avenue. Walkway's parking lot is on the left side.
West side of the River (Ulster County) 87 Haviland Rd. Highland, NY 12528
Directions:
Located just north of the Mid-Hudson Bridge Take Route 9W to Haviland Road. Accessible parking (permit only) is provided in a small parking lot (on left, approx. 0.5 miles). All other parking is along the north side of Haviland Road.
Don't miss these popular destinations and attractions within or near this historic park!
Household pets only on the Walkway; must be on a leash not more than 6 feet long. Only service animals are permitted on the elevator.
Current hours of operation
*Normal operational hours can change in accordance with the weather.
Office is open 8:00 - 4:30 pm, daily.
Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.
The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.
A Brief History
Meeting location: Ulster Visitor Center
5 Parker Avenue
Upper Landing Park
Special instructions: Parking can be offsite in adjacent parking lots or streets on both sides, at the State parking lot (61 Parker ave) and the MTA parking lot on Water Street
Project 1: Clean up River banks of Upper Landing Park and the Hudson river. Garbage pick up, Spring clean up and beautifying the park.
Start time: 10:00AM
End time: 2:00PM
All ages welcome.
Bring garden gloves.
Additional tools: eye protection, work shoes. Latex gloves will be supplied for the unique situation
Project 2:
Painting exterior of maintenance shop.
Start time: 10:00AM
End time: 2:00PM
Appropriate for 13 and up.
Additional tools: Work clothing that may get paint on them
Project 3: Clean up and trash picking of both Ulster and Dutchess Parking lots
Start time: 10:00AM
End time: 2:00PM
All ages welcome.
Bring garden gloves.
Additional tools: Sturdy work shoes and clothing
Meeting location: Ulster Visitor Center
5 Parker Avenue
Upper Landing Park
Special instructions: Parking can be offsite in adjacent parking lots or streets on both sides, at the State parking lot (61 Parker ave) and the MTA parking lot on Water Street
Project 1: Garbage pick the river banks of Upper Landing and beautify the park
Start time: 10AM
End time: 2PM
All ages welcome.
Bring garden gloves.
Additional tools: Sturdy Work shoes and clothing. Latex gloves will be available for the unique environment
Project 2: Paint outside of maintenance building
Start time: 10AM
End time: 2PM
Appropriate for 13 and up.
Additional tools: Sturdy work shoes and clothing that you may get pain on them
Project 3: Garbage pick up in the parking lots and beautification of the park
Start time: 10AM
End time: 2PM
All ages welcome.
Bring garden gloves.
Additional tools: Sturday work shoes and clothing