Leave the New York City traffic behind and visit historic Governors Island with its bike paths, walking trails, gardens, hammocks and even a couple restaurants. You will be surprised at the gorgeous views of Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Statue of Liberty. If you want to ride a bike around the island, you’ll find a couple …
Trails with a Use of bike-trails
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Central Park Full Loop Bike Trail
It goes without saying that a trip to New York City is incomplete without a visit to Central Park. But most people don’t realize that the best way to see Central Park is via the great full loop bike path that circumnavigates the park. It is an especially efficient way to get a broad overview …
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East River Greenway
Although this trail seems to perpetually be under construction of one form or another, it falls into the category of “a trail with great potential.” It is one of the many wonderful bike routes in Manhattan that is theoretically car-free. Unfortunately, all of the constant detours distract from this laudable goal of being a safe …
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Manhattan Waterfront Greenway
Manhattan’s longest car-free bike path will amaze you when you realize what great biking venues are available in NYC. From Inwood Park in the north to The Battery (Battery Park) in the south, this bike path has it all. First of all, you can access this trail from anywhere in New York City by utilizing …
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Hudson Valley Rail Trail
The Hudson Valley Rail Trail is ideal for human-powered vehicles of all types. It’s a great way to see fall colors and easily accessible from New York City via Amtrak to Poughkeepsie. One suggested route for enjoying this trail is to take an Ulster County bus from the Poughkeepsie train station to New Paltz. Most …
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Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Area
Trailheads are scattered throughout Dead Horse State Park and Sycamore Creek and Sycamore Canyon. Some of the trail is only accessible by off-road vehicles. Speed limits are posted to ensure safety for all visitors. Renting 4×4 vehicles or ATVs is common and available through various means online or in-house.
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