James at the shop was great! 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!!!. I have begun using the open parts of this trail to bike commute from Poughkeepsie to Hopewell Junction. 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. It's time well spent on a smooth path as of this date. It is part of the Empire State Trail from NYC to Buffalo. Parking was not visible at either end. We had to walk our bikes most of the way over. - the NEW wood mileage markers DO NOT coincide with the OLD green metal mileage markers. Whether you're looking for an easy walking trail or a bike trail like the Timp-Torne Trail and North County Trailway. 07/29 would begin the actual placement of the bridge sections - on Wed. 07/31 should be the installation of the final bridge section over the hwy. Route 292) but I did not go off the trail on this trip. And in Hopewell Junction, parking is available at the Hopewell Depot ( 36 Railroad Ave, Hopewell Junction ). Pretty, shady, flat. Connected to Duchess Rail Trail and went all the way to Walkway over the Hudson. Pretty, shady, flat. Starting in Hopewell Junction heading south east there is a slight incline until Whaley Lake. According to AllTrails.com, the longest wheelchair-friendly trail in Hopewell Junction is Maybrook Trailway. Multiple benches if you run out of steam or just want to sit. If youre a distance rider you would enjoy since it is shaded nicely and does connect further up for more scenic pieces of the Empire State trail systems. (Please DO NOT PARK at the apartment building at the corner of SR-292 and Holmes as that is private property.). Lots of parking along the way. Southeast Town Park (192-198 Pumphouse Rd, Brewster) on Tonetta Lake acts as the Brewster Trailhead. 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. There are a few spots with a flat rock as a bench but no bathrooms at all and nothing much around as far as stores or such. There is several places here to relax and have lunch or jus Its a great place to explore as it has a beautiful calm lake especially in the fall, the reflection of the water and the awesome colors are unbelievable. One way mileage is about 5 miles, as the trail ends at the Connecticut line. 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. The directions are spot on. Id definitely go back as this was my first time to try it out. As a resident of the area was looking forward to when trail would be black topped, now that it is completed its great to ride with a trike, Thanks. The trail delivers on attractive scenery and storied railroad history of the Hudson Valley, running through woodlands, along picturesque lakes and across iron truss bridges. As previous comments noted it's not exactly flat. Thank you NYS for your investment. With the recent rain the, hole for the foundation had filled with water and only the top of the concrete form could be seen. This trail is an easy ride for everyone. At Diddell Road I came across the crew working on the next section of the trail. You must do Walkway over The Hudson. I just want to thank Mr Steinhaus for his great for his great work in making this trail a reality. This trail is a gem. Started cycling in Hopewell Junction and did the Dutchess trail, then the Walkway Over the Hudson, and the Hudson Valley trail out and back for 36 miles. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your I'll be avoiding the section from Wappingers to Fishkill from now on, it's far too depressing. With the completion of the new 743 foot bridge over Route 55, Wappingers Creek and Old Manchester Road, Dutchess Rail Trail users now enjoy 13 continuous safe miles, from the Hopewell Depot to the Hudson River, where the Dutchess Rail Trail connects with the world's longest pedestrian bridge, the Walkway Over the Hudson State We started in Hopewell Junction and ended at a park right outside of Brewster. Thank you! in the town of Poughkeepsie.This section of the RT opened to the public in June,2009.This section will remain as an isolated section until the completion of phase 4, which will include a 900 foot long bridge over a 4 lane state hwy. I run it and walk it also. We are still unclear. There's plenty of parking at this spot. 8 in Poughquag. Be aware that there are at least 2 additional parking areas/access points where the trail crosses RT 292 in Holmes (Whalay Lake - Holmes Community Center) and where it crosses Old Rt 55. Hope to go back in the fall for autumn colors. Fall colors were amazing while I was there. Since the locomotives can't manage hills, the railroad builders levelled the right of way. Almost all of the forms have been removed,except for 2 small protrusions, presumabely to anchor the new bridge once finaly in place.There was no activity at Diddell Rd.At the Sprout Creek bridge,near the SR376 crossing in East Fishkill, I was now able to see the exact nature of the work being done. From here to Pumphouse road is a "missing link" in the trail. That section now runs along afew already-built, paved and bike-able trailways: the North County Trailway, South County Trailway, Old Put are a few (and theyre great). Make a right on Main St/Rt 6 followed by a right onto Peaceable Hill Rd. I imagine because of the width of the railroad tracks and the trail making this pretty much in the sun for most of the ride. I cannot wait! In July the trail had ripe raspberries all along it for snacking. North County Trailway. Don't forget your camera for a selfie or groupie on the bridge overlooking the Hudson. Good: trail is in excellent condition and very wide. Rusted, but who knows what kind of shape its in for bikes to cross? Took a snack break then went back out to the Walkway and back for a total of 65 miles. Walked this trail on 10/22/2022 and while it is a nice bike able trail, there are a few problems. Just keep in mind its not fully recorded in red on the trail map. Simply the best! itself. This section includes an expansive bridge over NY 55, and the entire length of the trail features a mixture of new bridges and converted railroad bridges and tunnels.In Wappinger, trail users travel along a section called Veterans Memorial Mile, which features signage honoring each of the five branches of the military. The first part to Whaley Lake passes several nice ponds with some hills in the background. In 0.3 mile, a large parking lot will appear on your left.To reach the trailhead parking lot in Hopewell Junction from I-84, take Exit 16N for the Taconic State Pkwy. The trail does pass through several towns where you can find places to eat and shop. I parked at Pumphouse Rd which is right before the Tonetta Lake parking area. on the 16th of this month I was at the WOTH to check on progress of the new elevator - as I was at the east end I also checked on the progress of the connector trail Dutchess RT stage 5 - I had seen that the connector trail had been paved - all that remains is the SR 55 overpass brdge - phase 4 - to be put into place to complete the Maybrook trailway system - Hopewell Jct. IT IS A RAISED TRAIL FOR SOME PARTS SO KEEP AN EYE ON THE KIDS. Come on out and enjoy the outdoors with a stroll or bike ride with family and friends along the WRS Dutchess Rail Trail. TrailLink is a free service provided by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (a non-profit) and we need your support! WebExplore the most popular trails in my list Hopewell rail trail with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and Now Metro-North owns the line. The scenery is nice but it is very monotonous with lakes being the only real variation to the trees and the disused railroad that encompasses the rest of the Maybrook Trailway. Rode this trail on May 29, 2016. The trail great the only problem that is happing is that you need to repaint handicap parking areas. In Poughkeepsie, it traveled overwhat is now the Walkway Over the Hudson until 1974. Not too many people maybe because there was a warm summer rain that felt pretty nice. Please call the Parks main office at 845-298-4600 for an application. Just stay straight and in about 15 minutes you'll see a huge fire tower (hard to miss). I rode north past Tonetta and up towards Patterson. Hopewell Junction, New York. But hardly noticeable. Enjoy and don't believe the haters! This leads to the Casino Trail (red markers). A great experience at every level. there there. I just do not give five stars but if I did this trail would get one. It would be a considerable uphill walk from Greenhaven as there is no trail head parking until you reach the summit. They're on both sides. Started at Hopewell Junction and rode to the bridge and over. 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. Trail is clean and flat best trail so far of 2022. WebHopewell Junction is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in Dutchess County, New York, United States. As someone noted it is uphill 13 of these 14 miles. There are some interesting historical artifacts and very clean restrooms. Most of what remains is only the brick structure housing the mechanics for a trolley to the summit. Add Photo. Since then, they have done exactly that and I find that the William Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trail is the best trail I've ridden yet! Since I did not make it all the way to Brewster proper I cannot speak to any sort of facilities there but the only real bathrooms or shelter/benches I found were at the very beginning in Hopewell Junction and where we ended near Brewster. Phase 4 construction is now underway. Dutchess county to the twn. Also paved a few hundred yards south and east toward Danbury. (the village and RR) phase 3 (a,b and c) construction is underway from CR 49 Manchester Rd. There is a small missing section above the Croton River east branch in Brewster . ON YOUR LEFT YOU CAN SEE SIGN OF NEW BEAVER ACTIVITY (TREES CUT DOWN) IN A SMALL FLODDED AREA.ITS NOT AN ESPECIALLY SENIC TRAIL , THE RIDE FROM THE WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON TO OVEROCKER RD IS MORE SHADED AND WOODED. It is obvious the volunteers who take care of this trail do a great job (thanks, Ron! Look for brown WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON directional signs as you approach your exit. Section of track along the defunct Maywood line, just east of Hopewell Junction, New York. Start from the Mount Beacon Park trailhead parking area. 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! It is snow and ice-free at this time. Don't believe the haters. No stars. (parking and trailhead access),town of East Fishkill,to Manchester Rd. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. 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. Some busy crossings but cars all stopped to let me go. Near the above location,just 500 feet away,work on the new LaGrange trailhead was underway.The following week I was on a City of Poughkeepsie bus that crosses over the rail trail at Morgan Lake.I had seen,to my surprise and delight,that work had started on the connector link trail between the Walkway and the Dutchess rail trail at the Morgan Lake trailhead.And so,phase 4 also includes the construction of the link trail as well.Once completed,there will be 18 miles of contiguous trailway from Hopewell Jct.,town of East Fishkill in Dutchess county,[HJ 0.0] to the Tony Williams park town of Lloyd,Ulster county as of 04-16-13 (there are plans for a Hudson Valley RT phase 3 west extension). Recently, I visited the tracks. 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. Hopewell Junction Depot originally served the Newburgh, Dutchess and Connecticut Railroad met the New York and New England Railroad and Dutchess County Railroad, all three of which became part of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, and assigned under their subsidiary known as the Central New England from 1899 to 1927. After years of effort, 750-mile Empire State Trail is complete The next time you go to the southern end of the Dutchess Rail Trail in Hopewell Junction for a run or bike ride, try something different: Go right. The TrailLink map (as of 8/3/22) shows the trail ending here. It is Beautiful day for a late October ride. THERE ARE PICNIC BENCHES AT BOTH ENDS WITH VENDORS OF VARIOUS FOOD AND DRINK. From there the bike trail is quite good for a while, but then you have to bike on the road. In Hopewell Junction you connect directly to the Dutchess County trail that leads to the walkway over the Hudson. A black fence is up next to the tracks, but the terrain is rocky, and it's not smooth-paved asphalt surface yet. Recommended option. Typical rail trail views with woods and rocks, but the view of the lake and wetlands was very pleasant and broke it up. Had a great ride along the Dutchess Trail. The route is very open since the trail parallels the old (still there) tracks, theres a feeling of openness bright sun the entire way. In Pawling, just north of Whaley Lake, the trailway intersects with the Appalachian Trail. Paved section enter off N. Main St behind Kobackers to Peaceable Hill Rd. Mostly covered by trees with a wide paved surface. It has a short road hop to an on-ramp to the Trailway. We travelled 3 hours for this trip and it was worth it. So, Maybrookdoesnt carry trains much anymore: Now, Metro-North uses the tracks to move equipment between its lines. The sound of birds above you as you take this hike its pretty impeccable. The landscape of the area shimmers with grassy hills and forests, green pines lining paddocks. I'd highly recommend trying it at sunrise. Turn left onto Parker Ave. The pond is crystal clear and has a wonderful tree line right on the water. This is going to be an awesome trail when it is done. Well worth returning. See Hopewell Junction, NY, on the map Pedro Xing - Own work, CC0 Image may be subject to copyright. Early in the morning or after work in the evening. I rode this section one day and the other two sections another day. Stone house in Holmes, New York, in view of the (potential) route of the Empire State Trail, Putnam County. Construction on the bridge is expected to begin in April 2022 and completed by that fall. Join a supporting community of travelers and adventurers sharing their photos and local insights. A few intersecting country roads homes and bucolic old farms, stone walls typical to the area. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. It's a great, relaxing trail, paved all the way,with a couple small hills. From the dirt parking lot take the trail off to the right. [2] It is part of the Poughkeepsie Newburgh Middletown, NY Metropolitan Statistical Area as well as the larger New York Newark Bridgeport, NY- NJ - CT - PA Combined Statistical Area . All in all, a great new trail and in Fall this is going to be spectacular. The Walkway of course is spectactular, was easy to ride across even with pedestrians, and there's an elevator part way across that brings you down to the walkway along the river far below. adventures and follow local regulations. Mon June 8 - Mon August 31 Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 US Directions. Beautiful trail, clean and well kept and super clean bathrooms in Hopewell Junction. Web4 Westchester North County Trail Elmsford to New Castle; 5 Westchester North County Trail & Putnam Trailway New Castle to Mahopac; 6 Putnam Trailway Mahopac to The William R. Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trailnamed for the Dutchess County executive who championed itis a treasure in New York's Hudson Valley region. 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 PART OF THE TRAIL IS FOR THE MOST PART VERY LEVEL AND OPEN ,NOT TOO MUCH SHADE AT ALL ON A SUNNY DAY HAVE A HAT AND SUNSCREEN AND PLENTY OF WATER.AT ABOUT 3 MILES IN THERE IS SOME SHADE OVERHEAD. Beautifully paved and wonderfully maintained bike trail! I'm excited to use this path once the project is completed. In Brewster I parked in Markel Memorial Park which is closer to the southern end than Southeast Town Park. 197 ft. Route Type. THIS TIME I STARTED FROM HOPEWELL JUNCTION JUST A MILE OR 2 OFF THE TACONIC PKWY. Rode the Maybrook trail for the first time this morning starting in Brewster, going north. Since it was paved with asphalt last year, this is a very smooth trail. 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. Except for either end, it is a somewhat secluded trail and very quiet. Dutchess Rail Trail. That route would followthe old Maybrook line. Where will it run? 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. 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. Just met you today). It's well paved, shaded most of the way, and there are only slight changes in elevation, so though it's a long ride it's doable by most. It is shady and flat as a pancake except for the normal bridge crossing. The swamp was huge and there were lots of historical signs. Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. The parking area is at the very end of Sunnyside Road in Beacon, along with the information board at the trailhead. Going this way to the lake is shorter by about 3 or 4 miles than from Hopewell Jct. Trail paved a few hundred yards north toward I84. Started in Niverville and headed south to Valatie, then back north to North Chatham and back to Niverville. Well maintained. MOST of the people who used the rail trail are pleasant and polite. The pavement is well maintained. Traffic was not bad at all. This rail-trail has the distinction of having the longest rail-trail bridge in the world! There were signs that seemed to indicate the path was closed but numerous people were entering on foot, rollerblade, and bikes. Cannot say enough as to the spectacular 360 degree views from the highest point on the "Walkway". When you return to Hopewell the folks at Daddy O's will be more than happy to serve up a pub lunch and refreshments. Connected to Duchess Rail Trail and went all the way to Walkway over the Hudson. easy walking trail or a bike trail like the Timp-Torne Trail and Great views, lots of shade and rest stops. Feel free to climb and take in the view! Fully open now from Tonetta Lake in Brewster to Hopewell Junction. There are several lovely watery areas on this trail and it is a great place for bird watchers. In Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. Rode 32 miles RT. Paved ends at Griffin rd. Since the tracks havent been used in years, what kind of shape would they be in? The trail starts at the Charcoal Burners Trailhead Route 301. The trail is completely paved, very wide and in immaculate condition. Not really anything to be concerned aboutvery doable, and we enjoyed the gradual downhill for the second half of the ride. After pushing my bike uphill for a stretch it wasnt clearing. Visit the Dutchess County Parks & Trails Application. Im not sure if they are bike messengers or just has beens trying to live out their dreams of being in the Tour De France, but their speed and shrill shouts of Left, Left, Left! piercing the crisp fall air can really ruin what is otherwise a beautiful and relaxing family outing. There is construction equipment at the west end, but not much happening. One of the things I really liked is the lack of level crossings making this more of a bikers trail than a walking trail with a lot of trail where you will only see bikes for a few miles. Once the section is paved over the railroad bridge over RT 6/202 it will be a straight run, no stairs. There were a few short slushy sections and a head wind, and the trail's surprisingly hilly, but I got to Hopewell Junction in about two hours. The new Empire State Trail, proposed to connect more than 750 The trail, which is owned and was built by Metro North Rail, occupies the former secondary track of the Beacon Line. Trail in fine shape. Finally with millions of dollars promised to the Hudson Valley Greenway this could be just the place to spend it. Got to the Walkway and were rewarded with a great view and friendly folks! Permit requires a fee and submission of required insurance. For someone out of shape, this hike is a great workout with plenty of resting spots. 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. No doubt in my mind whether or not its open. Be the first to leave a review! The next highest ascent for wheelchair-friendly trails is Dutchess Rail Trail with 242 ft of elevation gain. But theres a piecemissing: the twenty-two miles or so that would connect Brewster, New York, to Hopewell Junction. I could see some places where there was a fence separating the trail from the railroad, but there was no way to get to the trail that I could find. Other than that, it was a lovely way to spend a summer afternoon. Most of what remains is Unfortunately no connection to the Putnam Trailway. If you want to take the older section to Connecticut the new Trailway dead ends at Peaceable Hill Rd with steps down to the road. 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. I did it round trip and it is one of the best maintained trails I have been on Again thank you Mr Steinhaus. 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. for a link to the updated RR property map in the city of Poughkeepsie please visit my Hudson Valley - cycling adventures and area trailways report blog at: trailways.bigk12603.com, There is now an 8.3 mile long contiguous trail - paved with a soft path for runners/walkers - from a bit beyond the old depot (under restoration) in Hopewell Jct. County Exec. Take a left onto Beekman Road, and continue 2.2 miles, when the road merges with NY 82. And itlacks the meatydetails. I THEN LINKED TO THE DUTCHESS RAIL TRAIL FOR ABOUT 10 MILES MORE. Absolutely beautiful. Through the trees, I could see a giant old trestle bridge. Please explore responsibly! From Brewster you ride northward past Ice Pond with its very long straight stretch (one mile?) 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