Harlem Valley Rail Trail
Harlem Valley Rail Trail
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epicNewYork
New York City, NY37 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
We have ridden the trail for years. The true ambassadors are the local merchants who rent bikes in Copake Falls and Millerton. If you have a problem or want to help with he trail call them. Very happy and positive people as are the local merchants near the trail.
You can take your bike on the train from NYC to Wassaic.
The sad thing is that the management/non-profit group who should welcome suggestions or interest in the trail and folks who want to volunteer...
We actually were going to make a donation but were turned off.
This is a good trail which could be great but organization needs to learn how to be friendly to the public that uses the trail and supports it.
So ride the trail, support the local merchants and hope that the trail management gets better people skills in the future!
You can take your bike on the train from NYC to Wassaic.
The sad thing is that the management/non-profit group who should welcome suggestions or interest in the trail and folks who want to volunteer...
We actually were going to make a donation but were turned off.
This is a good trail which could be great but organization needs to learn how to be friendly to the public that uses the trail and supports it.
So ride the trail, support the local merchants and hope that the trail management gets better people skills in the future!
Written 26 July 2018
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BAB
Ridgefield, CT34 contributions
Sept 2015 • Friends
Great mostly flat ride from Wassaic train station to Millerton, NY on the Harlem Valley Rail Trail. A protected trail with well marked crossings. Riders of all levels can enjoy this ride about 10-11 miles one way / 21 miles +/- round trip. With a break in Millerton it will take about 4 hours depending upon how quickly you / your group ride. There is a great diner, tea store, antiques, art ... multiple items to shop for given your interests and how long of break you want to take before riding back to Wassaic or wherever you entered the trail.
Written 9 September 2015
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Todd_Michon
Chicopee, MA85 contributions
Sept 2019
Decided to take the bike out for a Sunday ride and remembered this trail from last year when I went to Bash Bish Falls. The trail is probably 30 miles long (?) and partially completed so didn't do the whole thing. Trail runs along the Taconic Mountain Range which runs north/south along the MA, NY and CT borders. Had great sunny weather and gorgeous views. There were a fair amount of people out this day, riding/walking/running. I did several miles and once they complete the section at the southern end where I went and connects to an already open trail section, I'll head back.
Written 5 November 2019
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Peter S
Trumansburg, NY22 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
Bring your bike along, and bike north to Millerton and back. It is an asphalted path where the railroad used to continue north, and lands you in Millerton with many options for refreshment.
Written 25 May 2019
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oliver57
Ridgefield, CT187 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
Great 11 mile ride from Wassaic NY Train station to Millerton--ride past ponds, fields, in shade and sun. 300 feet total elevation, so not strenuous. Millerton offers bookstores, coffee shops, ice cream, etc etc--great place for lunch before you head back. Or start in Millerton and save your eating for after the 22 mile round trip.
Written 3 September 2018
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CTMDM
Connecticut78 contributions
Aug 2015
This trail is wonderful.We park at the Wassaic train- parking free on the weekends -and ride to the end of this part of the trail in Millerton. Nice and flat - lovely scenery past farms and an old train station. There are some bathrooms and porta johns, a few benches and picnic tables. This route is 10.7 miles each way. We always have lunch in Millerton- try 52 Main, delicious tapas
Written 1 September 2015
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ctlaxmom
Salisbury, MA16 contributions
Aug 2015
If you're looking for a wonderful place to walk, bike,roller blade or stroll, theHarlem Valley Rail Trail will take you miles through beautiful farmland, cool vistas, and gorgeous scenery. Every day is different with wild flowers,birds, and small animals. Watch local crops grow, smell wild roses, and enjoy nature along a well maintained,asphalt trail. You will come back a new and reenergized person.
Written 11 August 2015
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Jan K
Ithaca, NY13 contributions
Dec 2020
With its new open segment, the rail trail is now about 24.5 miles in length from the hamlet of Wassaic to Orphan Farm Road, on the north side of Taconic State Park. The best part about the trail is that it combines views of woodlands, farmlands and wetlands with the Taconic Mountains framing them. While there are few services directly on the trail (The town of Millerton and the Depot Deli and Bash Bish Bicycles in Taconic State Park are exceptions) there are many options within a mile or so of the trail. As well there are some great options for other activities nearby: Alander Mountain and Bash Bish Falls are two hiking options and Copake Iron Works is an interesting historical site. Or, if shopping is more your style, Millerton has fun and unique shops.
Written 7 January 2021
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katrinangel2
New York City, NY576 contributions
May 2020
This is a lovely trail. Paved, not crowded, several entry points and lots of diverse scenery. Flat and easy to navigate. You do have some serious cyclists but they are respectful and don't fly past you at 80 with no warning. If you are walking, just be courteous and stay to the right or at least be mindful of bicycles.
Written 30 May 2020
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June M
Albany, NY8 contributions
Sept 2019 • Solo
This is a nice, easy bike trail through scenic Dutchess county. I rode the section from Millerton to Wassaic, about 21 miles. I was hoping the section from Millerton to Under Mountain Rd would be completed, but alas no luck. Maybe next year. The trail is paved and wide enough to pass walkers and other cyclists safely. The trail runs across several roads. Road crossings are well marked, but some of the roads are busy so be cautious. Everyone I passed was friendly and smiled hello, making it a lovely ride.
Written 1 October 2019
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Explore44725760211
Highland, New York
Can I park at 1 John St in Millerton ... thanks
Written 13 April 2023
Hello, we are a family of 4 with 2 teens who have biked a lot. We would like to do this bike train but it is confusing to work out the logistics of it. We live in Manhattan and would need to take train to a point in the trail where we can rent 2 bikes (we have 2 already) bike for 3+ hours and then return on train back to nyc. Where do we take train to, where should we bike to from there, can we take our two bikes on train, would it be better to rent the 2 bikes in the city so that we have more flexibility where we start and end the bike ride, which parts of the trail are nicest to bike….any advice would be really appreciated.
Written 25 September 2022
Is the section from Millerton to Undermountain Rd bikable? On the website, it looks like it's still under construction. Is is possible to bike all the way through from Wassaic to Hillsdale yet? Our bikes are hybrid road/mountain bikes, so it doesn't have to be paved as long as it's accessible and not dangerous. Thanks!
Written 22 August 2018
Hi all, planning to drive there & bring the bikes w/ us instead of taking the metro north train. Any suggestions where we should park the car ?
1-Preferably not too far from a town or village where we can grab a bite after our bike ride.
2- And the most scenic route to see the autumn foliage on bikes?
Thank you!
Written 21 September 2015
I would suggest you park in Millerton, NY. It is an easy drive up Rt 22 to Millerton. Turn right and there is a parking lot to the left. There are many nice places to eat within walking distance of the trail. You have the option of riding south or north from this point. Look up MIllerton and you will get a list of the many restaurants. It is a really nice little town.
Written 22 September 2015
We are flying in so won't have bikes or a bike rack. Where can we rent bicycles? I've already asked bicycletourcimpany but they cannot this time of the year.
Written 18 August 2015
You didnt mention when you were coming, but there is a bicycle rental at the Copake Falls entrance. It is off of Route 22. You can then bike north to Hillsdale or south to Millerton and beyound.
Written 19 August 2015
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