Such a fun and engaging tour with Jean! I learned so much--not just about the lighthouse itself,…read morebut also the rich history of the Tarrytown area. Highly recommend if you're looking for something both informative and enjoyable.

What a beautiful sight this newly refurbished light house is. I'm only sad that it's not yet open…read moreto the public. The sign on the gate says it'll be open by the end of 2024. The River walk behind it is nice but there's a TON of construction going on around it that maybe is timed for end of 2024 as well. One can hope!

rumor has it this neighborhood is haunted…read more.. walk around the streets and see for yourself. lots of old beautiful houses here. parking can be hard to find. the streets are quite and a nice place to walk a dog. (if you walk your dog, pls pick up after it) it is also a great place to trick or treat! the neighborhood has an annual halloween parade on Albemarle Rd. built by Dean Alvord in 1899, the neighborhood contains Prospect Park South Historic District, designated by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1979 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

Stopped here just to walk around and enjoy the views of the homes. Definitely going backread more

The City of New York requires certain buildings to provide public space that is open to everyone in…read morethe neighborhood. This space is adjacent to The Easton. It is very comfortable with clean tables and chairs. They add a little color in addition to the the well cared for flowers and trees. It's a nice place for me to stop to rest today walking home from grocery shopping. The building blocks the cold wind today. If you walk along 92nd Street between Second Avenue and Third Avenue you may miss this beautiful plaza. It's a nice place to bring my lunch weather permitting. Enjoy!

Beautiful! Love running over to Roosevelt island from Astoria. Safe & sturdy to run over as well.read more

During my run today I had a chance to cross over the Roosevelt Island Bridge to Queens and back…read more It's an interesting bridge with cool structure and terrific views of Queens and Manhattan. Built in 1955 its actually called Welfare Island Bridge as the island at that time served a different purpose, and was not what it is today. As an all steel bridge it won an award at that time. The name was changed in 1973. The bridge itself is small and only takes a few minutes to cross. There is a pedestrian only pathway, and a bike path which shares the road along it. On the island side it connects to a parking garage and supermarket. Not much vehicle traffic seems to cross the bridge which makes it a nice trip. It's also a vertical lift bridge that is only used for times when specific larger boats cross this channel of the East River, or for security purposes when the UN is in session and the west channel is closed.

Ridgewood Reservoir use to be a freshwater wetland on the border between Brooklyn and Queens. What…read moreis now the upper area of Highland Park. I either go for a walk or run along the trailway all the time. Just recently after doing some research the 3rd basin used to be Ridgewood Reservoir until 1989 when the reservoir was drained out. One of the many fascinating history of this once Reservoir. There use to be a waterfall. At a certain distance while walking on the trail way you get to see portions of the abandoned and once waterfall. At first you would assume it was used as stairs to get to somewhere down, but nothing like it. I could only image the view. Another fascinating history behind the Ridgewood Reservoir, there used to be a keepers house and guest house. Only a small part of that house remains while the other part is long gone. Not sure if people while out running or just taking a stroll notices these tiny historical fragments distance away. Ridgewood Reservoir is very peaceful, quiet, and very well preserved naturally. If you are the walker type it can take you about 20 minutes to walk Ridgewood Reservoir. For those bike or running enthusiasts less.

One of my good friends who lives in East New York recently told me about this magical place just a…read morefew months ago. While visiting my folks the other day in Fresh Meadows, I decided to bike to the Reservoir and see what all the hype was about. I have friends who live nearby and they are always telling me to visit. While visiting my parents the other day, I borrowed my dads old 79s Italian road bike and went for it. It was about about 8 miles but it was worth it. The reservoir is not to be confused with Highland Park though they are right near each other. If you've ever have noticed a bike path on the right hand side of the Jackie Robinson highway going east bound (nearby exit 2 or 3 perhaps), this it where that leads to. If you're biking like I was, there's a pretty decent amount of bike rack space on both sides of the water. The bike racks are also pretty publicly facing so seemed decently safe to me, as long as you have a decent or good lock. With by bike secured, I was able to walk around and take in the spectacular views of the water while enjoying the sounds of hundreds of singing birds, who too decided to spend the day relaxing by the reservoir. I couldn't help but forgot that I was still technically in New York City. Seriously, it felt like I was somewhere here on Long Island. The best part about this park, is that if you're adventurous, it turns out there are some really cool hidden paths all around. I found one that gave took to this unobstructed and extremely private view of the water. I had the entire one half of the park to myself. It was just me, my thoughts and nature. Bring some binoculars if you have any and go bird watching. I spotted some beautiful Red Robin's and blue jays. If you're ever out this way, I HIGHLY suggest you check this place out.

Biking around Roosevelt Island was one of the most relaxing and scenic moments of our NYC trip…read more With fewer crowds and wide-open paths, it felt like a world away from the city--even though Manhattan is just across the water. The island is perfect for a leisurely ride: smooth, quiet, and full of stunning views of both the Manhattan and Queens skylines. You can coast past landmarks like the Smallpox Memorial Hospital, Four Freedoms Park, and Southpoint Park, all while soaking in fresh air and river breezes. At the northern tip, we reached the Roosevelt Island Lighthouse--a small but striking structure with over a century of history. Built in 1872, it once guided ships around the treacherous waters near Hell Gate. Now it stands as a peaceful beacon surrounded by water and skyline views. The area around the lighthouse is calm and open, perfect for resting, snapping photos, or just watching the river roll by. Whether you rent bikes or bring your own, biking the island is a beautiful way to slow down and experience a quieter side of New York City--with history, nature, and space to breathe

Roosevelt Island Lighthouse has fascinated me for years. I sit by the East River and take photos of…read moreit. Once when I went to Roosevelt Island I walked to see the lighthouse. It's okay but you can't get close enough to fully enjoy this landmark. I wish they would fix it up and make it a tourist attraction. I want to get close enough to touch and go inside. I'd be glad to pay for the privilege. Maybe the Roosevelt Island residents are tired of us wandering in their neighborhood looking at the many historical places. Personally I can't wait to return to see the changes since my last visit. Sounds like an adventure for a Fall Day. I'd like a travel companion if anyone wants to go!

PROS: This castle has been here for about 100 years which was funded by the womens federation in…read moreorder to preserve the cliffs. Nice view of the Hudson and still in mint condition. You can climb to the top if you'd like as well. The path to it is very simple and it's a great place to take pics around CONS: They keep the ground floor locked up so you can't go inside even though its safe OVERALL: a great place to go to if you want to see a piece of palisades cliff history

The Women's Federation Monument is located inside the Palisades Interstate Park, accessible from…read morethe Long Path and the Forest View Trail. It's really quite cool. It was built in 1929 to honor the women who helped turn the Palisades into a park. There's also a small bit of landscaping in the area, with some flower gardens and plaques. You can climb up to the top of the monument and get a good view, or you can explore the structure in general. Sadly, there's a bit of graffiti spoiling it as of our visit, hopefully that will get cleaned up.

A light for the…read morebirds Stamford Harbor can be a treacherous place to sail into at the best of times and in bad weather it can be deadly. So in 1882 a lighthouse was built at the entrance of the harbor to mark the way. It was a pretty generic "sparkplug" type of light made primarily of cast iron, very typical of the time. The parts were made by a foundry up in Boston and then bolted together on site. Tons of rock and cement were dumped in place for the foundation. The light was deactivated in 1953 and the 4th order Fresnel Lens removed but the light still sits as a private aid to navigation. The light is about 60 feet tall and actually has seven levels inside. It wasn't only a lighthouse but it had to be the home for the keeper and his family. The lights sits out about two thirds of a mile from land so it is difficult to see unless you actually go out there by kayak or some other small boat. It's not open to the public and went up for sale a while back. The last I knew the asking price was about 1.6 million. Of course that includes the rocks around the lighthouse too. The light isn't very well know because it sits in a difficult to see location and the rocks around it makes it hard to get close to except at high tide in a small boat. It's lonely place that is known now only to the sea, wind and the numerous seagulls that seem to love the rocks around the light.

Tough to see from land. Best viewed from Fairview Ave. See the map and directions I posted. But…read moreit's a lighthouse. Which makes up for every thing else!