Hudson River Park is basically NYC's waterfront runway--part scenic escape, part people-watching paradise. Stretching along Manhattan's west side, it's where joggers, cyclists, rollerbladers, dog walkers, and sunset chasers all coexist in a blissful urban dance. The views of the Hudson? Postcard-worthy, especially at golden hour when the water glows and the city feels just a little softer. There's something for everyone--lush lawns for lounging, piers for fishing or picnics, playgrounds for the kids, tennis courts, and even kayaking if you're feeling adventurous. In the summer, the breeze off the river makes it a mini oasis away from the city heat. The vibe is equal parts laid-back and lively--yoga classes on the grass, couples strolling hand-in-hand, and the occasional street performer adding a soundtrack to your walk. Bonus: it's impeccably maintained for such a busy public space. Tip: Come for the sunset, stay for the twinkling skyline. And if you're feeling fancy, grab a snack from a nearby food truck and let the city do its thing around you. read more

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I cruised on a tour boat from Starship on the Hudson River. I enjoyed seeing the Freedom Tower, The Empire State Building and other sights from afar. It's funny because the first time I learned about the Hudson River was when I was a child, a character from the Disney Children's Cartoon Show Gargoyles was named Hudson and he took the name from the river. It was another enjoyable moment on my family vacation to New York this year. read more

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The Hudson River extends more than 300 miles from Upstate New York to its mouth between New York City and Jersey City where it empties ito the Upper New York Bay. The river serves as a political boundary between the states of New Jersey and New York at its southern end. Farther north, it marks local boundaries between several New York counties. The lower half of the river is a tidal estuary, deeper than the body of water into which it flows, occupying the Hudson Fjord, an inlet which formed during the most recent period of North American glaciation, estimated at 26,000 to 13,300 years ago. Even as far north as the city of Troy, the flow of the river changes direction with the tides. The Hudson River is named after Henry Hudson, an Englishman sailing for the Dutch East India Company who explored it in 1609, and after whom Hudson Bay in Canada is also named. It had previously been observed by Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano sailing for King Francis I of France in 1524, as he became the first European known to have entered the Upper New York Bay, but he considered the river to be an estuary. I've been along the Hudson from Manhattan to the Rip Van Winkle Bridge in Catskill and past it to Troy and Cohoes. It's beautiful in many places and truly scenic. Take some time to appreciate this amazing waterway. [Review 15648 overall - 245 in New York - 1152 of 2021.] read more

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We were lucky to stay in the beautiful area of Old Saratoga Farm Country. At the end of the street our Air BNB was on was the beautiful Hudson River. This river is over 300+ miles long and is found in Eastern NY. read more

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Hudson River 11/08/2020 My apartment is across Central Park from the West Side where the Hudson River can be seen. I walk across and when I get to the river I head South. One time I walked all the way to Battery Park. Since it was early morning and clear skies I packed snacks and drinks to last the day. I try to keep to areas frequented by the neighborhood residents. There's spots that get a little desolate. I post photos to the Yelp Page for each of the spots I visit. I stop to photograph playgrounds, piers, ducks and more. I take photos of the Jersey side of the river too. I really don't know what I'm taking photos of. I like the architecture and view. It's different than the NYC skyline. I'm so glad someone had the forethought to create recreational spaces for joggers and walkers to be close to the water. There's so much fun for residents in neighborhoods located adjacent to the river. It's cooler near the water on hot Summer Days too. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. I'm also posting a photo of my adopted daughter taken in Winter. There's always occasions to enjoy being near the river no matter what season. Just remember if you feel like a hike where you are not obstructed by traffic, and intersections holding you up, take a long walk along Hudson River. The parks are free. You have beautiful views, entertaining activities and I'm sure you will find food vendors and restaurants along the way. read more

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What can I say about it. It's sometimes beautiful to view. One of my friends went fishing in the Hudson River and when he turned out the lights the fish glowed in the dark. I advised him not to eat it because I thought if a fish glowed with all of those colors of the rainbow it might make him very sick. Good thing he took my advice. The Hudson River is still romantic to look at but never going swimming in it you might not come out alive. This is a picture of my Cousin Adrienne Thomas (top left) and my Grandmother Fannie E. Pennington (top right) & Cooke Jackson (bottom left) with an unknown smiling teenager on a safe Hudson River Boat Ride. read more

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I am so enamored with the Hudson River as it is, indeed, spectacular. A river that flows 315 miles (507 km.) from north to south primarily through eastern New York (source: Wikipedia) passing through Poughkeepsie of Dutchess County towards Bear Mountain entering to Lower Manhattan, NYC. Originates from Adirondack Mountains, New York. In my past travels via MTA Metro North Railroad on the Hudson Line the Hudson River is scenic beautiful with nature unscathed full of wetlands, marshes, and estuary. The further north one travels the river is scenic beautiful and a maritime environmental importance unlike the view in Manhattan, NYC where it is polluted and tainted by man. A phlegmatic state to ponder one's thoughts. For the artist or nature enthusiast within do bring cameras, sketch pads, paint brushes, or notebook to scribe poetry while you are in the Adirondack Mountains or Bear Mountain, NY. read more

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If I was Tom Hanks, this is the river I'd land my plane on. What do you mean it's been done before. What are you talking about. The Hudson River is simply spectacular. Whether you're on the Jersey side, looking across at the wonder of NYC and how peaceful and pretty it looks from over there... or whether you're walking or biking alongside this river, or even driving it or on the train line that goes up the Northern part of the Manhattan Island banks of this river, you will get incredible views. It's just perfect. Upstream it's even better. Like when you cross the Tappan Zee Bridge (being rebuilt) and get your first glimpse of the concrete jungle between the cliffy hilly banks of the vast, winding river. It's like an eco-system unto itself. It created the entire Hudson Valley and you can get glowing sunshine, torrential rain, or mainly lots of clouds and mist along this amazing river. Definitely one of the most famous rivers in the world, and one of the most spectacularly beautiful, whether you like cityscapes (and this cityscape is the ultimate), or countryside, which is just a few miles north of Manhattan, and is as beautiful and unspoiled as you can imagine. You would never believe you were just a few miles upstream from the biggest metropolis in the USA and one of the biggest and perhaps the most famous, in the world. And of course if you see birds flying around here, it's probably the Hudson Hawks. By the way, this entire River is owned by Kate Hudson. read more

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I've been in the Hudson River where it runs along Manhattan. On purpose. Yep. It's clean. I know this because I checked it out before the first time I went in. All sorts of studies have been done to measure just how clean it is. Now I won't be drinking water from here, or bathing here, but for a once a year swim it's ok. The reason I was in it a few times was for the NYC Tri, which starts with a swim in the Hudson. Then the bike ride up the West Side Highway and a run through Central Park. The swim starts up in the 90's I think and ends in the 70's, so really not too far (a mile or so). And the high current makes it (and you) go super fast. I'm not in the elite group, so never first in the water, hence my view was mostly other people's feet and heads, but I always took a moment to glance around when in the water, it's not a view you get often. The river is actually deemed ok for swimming and fishing etc. For many years it was heavily polluted all along its 300 miles from upstate NY to where it hits the Atlantic near NYC. But that's been stopped and after a long time the river was able to clean itself up. Nevermind it's a fabulously pretty river to live alongside of, which I did for all my time in NYC. Sully landed his plane just outside my window near 42nd street and the WSH. The walkway along the river has become a destination for many. The path takes you all the way up the side of Manhattan. It gets better every year. read more

Hello, my name is the Hudson River and I am made of water. Blub. There are bridges that go over me - hello, cars stuck in infinite traffic. There are tunnels that go under me - hello, cars stuck in infinite traffic. There are boats that go across me - hello, commuters and tourists. There are boats that do up/down me - hello cruise ships, police boats, tugboats, container ships, sailboats, speedboats, yachts...etc. There are boats on the bottom of me - sorry boats. Sometimes I am warm - but I don't recommend swimming in this part of me. Sometimes I am frozen - but don't try and walk on me. Sometimes I smell funny. Sometimes I smell like ocean. A lot of the time random things are floating in me. All of the time I am a necessary part of the NY/NJ area and on the whole, I am way better than the East River because I lead to the land of New Jersey, home of a lot of super awesome people. Plus, i'm pretty awesome to look at. My side of the NYC skyline is virtually unobstructed from Lower Manhattan all the way up to the GW. Good news for costal NJ residents (except when I flood in you). Blub, blub. read more

Matt H. You insensitive soul. Never-the-less, good thing the river was there. A skipping rock is better than a sinking one. read more

Last week I visited Danville. I was right down the street from Sully. I yelled out to him, "Sully! Show yourself!" Nothing, not a peep. "Sully, come out here!" Nada. I even tried with an Irish accent, "Sully, you gosh darn tootin' better show yurrrself!" Neh eh. Too good for the papparazzi, too good for Natty, not too good for a statue in your honor. Please don't fly for Virgin America now. read more