Walk the City: Van Cortlandt Park to Tarrytown and Untermyer Gardens too!!

Event Overview

This event lasts 7 hours and 30 minutes with a start at 242 St./Broadway at Van Courtlandt Park and a finish at Tarrytown, NY - MetroNorth Train Station.

Details

Distance: 15 miles

Terrain: City streets, some hills, and softer ground along the OCA rail trail.

Transit: Take the subway to 242/Broadway. There is some free street parking in the Bronx for those who prefer to drive. You can also park at Tarrytown Train Station and carpool back to the start.

Difficulty: Moderate, with a pace of about 3-3.5 mph. The end time is approximately 5 PM, which may vary depending on the group.

Preparation

What to bring: Pack your lunch and drinks. Dress appropriately for the weather—light clothes, hat, and sunblock are recommended. If you have a FreeWalker bib from a past event, please wear it on your pack.

Highlights

This is a one-way walk with a picnic break at the magnificent Untermeyer Gardens. Afterward, we continue through quaint neighborhoods to the OCA trail and arrive in Tarrytown with a brief stroll on the Mario Cuomo Bridge, offering a fantastic view of the Hudson River.

Transportation Back

Ensure you arrange for your own transportation back to the start. MetroNorth from Tarrytown will take you back to Grand Central or further north.

Partners

The East Coast Greenway Alliance develops a public multi-use 3,000-mile trail from Canada to Key West through New Jersey and New York. Donations and memberships help make this dream a reality.