A 26.2-mile portion of the old aqueduct is now a linear park that connects the Bronx to the Croton Dam, and it’s perfect if you’re new to hiking, or simply looking for a leisurely stroll that will bring you to historic sites. This is a less strenuous hike that follows that path of the Old Croton Aqueduct, which was built in the 19th century and ferried fresh water from upstate down to New York City. (Note: Construction is due to begin on the station sometime in 2020-check the Metro-North website before you head out to ensure trains are stopping there.) If you want to hike in more solitude, take the train to Cold Spring on a weekday, then take a cab the rest of the way there. How to get there: The trail can get crowded on weekends, when the Metro-North stops at the trailhead. Storm King Mountain sits across the river, Bannerman Castle on Pollopel Island is to the north, and on a clear day, the Manhattan skyline is visible. The roughly four-mile hike is strenuous and involves some scrambling over big rocks, but climbers are rewarded with sweeping views of the Hudson Valley at several points along the trail. The hike begins at river level and ascends some 1,500 feet up a steep, rocky ridge. A post shared by Breakneck Ridge on at 5:58pm PSTīreakneck Ridge is just over an hour from Grand Central on the Metro-North.
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