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Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park

Stroll 212 feet above the Hudson on the world's longest elevated pedestrian bridge, a converted 1889 railroad span connecting Poughkeepsie to Highland. The flat, paved path offers unobstructed 360-degree views of the river, Catskill Mountains, and valley below.

world's longest pedestrian bridge
Hudson River views
converted railroad bridge
stroller & wheelchair friendly

Tips

🌄"one of the best views in the Hudson Valley"
🚶"Stroll or roll across the bridge for New York State bragging rights" (Lonely Planet)
🦅watch for bald eagles nesting along the trail

Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park

87 Haviland Rd, Highland, NY 12528, USA

walkway.org

Upcoming at Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park

Sunday, Jun 14
Walkway Connections: The Losses and Services of the American Loyalist

Walkway Connections: The Losses and Services of the American Loyalist

June 14 at 2pm

Uncover the forgotten stories of Poughkeepsie's Revolutionary War loyalists with historian Shannon Butler. This free lecture dives into a community torn between crown and colony, revealing experiences often left out of the patriotic narrative.

Friday, Jun 26
Walkway Connections: Making Art With Microscopes

Walkway Connections: Making Art With Microscopes

June 26 at 7pm

Peer into a hidden universe through microscopes, then transform what you discover into wild, colorful art. This hands-on workshop turns tiny worlds into big creative inspiration for curious kids and grown-ups alike.

Sunday, Jul 19
Flag Changing Ceremony

Flag Changing Ceremony

July 19 at 12pm

Watch the American Legion honor local veterans with a ceremonial flag change high above the Hudson. The half-hour ceremony pairs patriotic tradition with sweeping river valley views that make the moment feel even bigger.

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