Walkway Over the Hudson
Poughkeepsie, NY
A former railroad bridge turned into a 1.28-mile footpath 212 feet above the Hudson, one of the longest elevated pedestrian bridges in the world. Free; parking lots at both ends.
- Nearest town
- Poughkeepsie, NY
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 41.7110, -73.9440
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park CampgroundCampsite9 mi from Walkway Over the HudsonWaste disposal
- Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Lazy RiverCampsite12 mi from Walkway Over the HudsonTents
- Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway CampgroundCampsite13 mi from Walkway Over the Hudson
- Fahnestock Group Campsite 4Campsite20 mi from Walkway Over the HudsonFree
- Fahnestock Group Campsite 3Campsite20 mi from Walkway Over the HudsonFree
- Fahnestock Group Campsite 1 and 2Campsite20 mi from Walkway Over the HudsonFree
All campsites in New York · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Walkway Over the Hudson?
Walkway Over the Hudson is in Poughkeepsie, NY, at GPS 41.7110, -73.9440. It is about 5 mi from Hyde Park.
Can you camp near Walkway Over the Hudson?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park Campground, about 9 mi away; within 25 mi there are 19 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Walkway Over the Hudson?
Walkway Over the Hudson is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: West of the Hudson: Palisades, Bear Mountain and the Shawangunks.
What is there to see near Walkway Over the Hudson?
Places worth a stop nearby: Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt (4 mi), Historic Huguenot Street (8 mi), Minnewaska State Park Preserve (15 mi) and Cold Spring (20 mi).
When is the best time to visit Walkway Over the Hudson?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)