By somerdayd on May 09, 2010
I started my ride on this trail at Fort Lee NJ. From there I rode across the George Wahington bridge, picked up the trail and rode to the Brooklyn bridge and back for about a 30 mile ride. The pedestrian path at the NYC end of the bridge is very narrow and pretty steep. Also from the steet level down to the trail at the red lighthouse is very steep. From here on the trail was level and very easy peddlilng. Traffic was light at the north end, but very heavy the further south you go. If you like big city riding, this trail is for you. Except for the steep parts at the bridge, this is a very enjoyable ride.
By Dave Allen on May 25, 2006
"Easily the best thing to happen to NYC parks in my lifetime the Hudson River Park and the bike trail included is a gem beyond measure. Great surfaces (flat, smooth, purpose-built bike path), peerless views and Manhattan location. Yes the Battery to 125th is a great delight but now as improvements are made cyclists can enjoy Passing the North River Plant, and going on up to Dyckman Street if you are not afraid of a couple of inclines. Inwood Park, the Greek Temple and the hidden details of Riverside Drive will make it all worth while. And then go East for the East Side Bike trail..."
By Philip Holland on December 17, 2004
"Dear Fellow Riders,
If one is lucky enough to have the time, I recommend the following bike trip: Stay overnight in New York City near or in Battery Park. There are beautiful grounds by the Embassy Suites that are right on the riverfront. Take the HRT up to the George Washington Bridge and cross the bridge using the bike path. Then take 9W North (on-road route). To the next trail in Tappan, New Jersey, see this Web site for details.
In Piermont take the rail-trail to South Nyack. Then meander through the Nyack shops, etc. Take the Hook Mountain Trail to Haverstraw. Follow the Haverstraw Waterfront (on-road route) to Stony Point, then take side roads, or 9W, to Bear Mountain. Take Bear Mountain Bridge (bike path) to 9A North (some trails criss-cross this road. Go to the Newburgh Beacon Bridge. There is a three-mile bike/walking path attached.
Take side roads south to Cornwall, then Route 218 to West Point. You'll end up back in Bear Mountain. You can return to New York City the same way.
The total trip is maybe 150-miles. Consider hotels in West Point, NY, or Newburgh. Or even B&Bs. It makes for a great weekend of bike trails, rails-to-trails, small roads, and riverfront towns."