Tarrytown to Piermont via Mario M. Cuomo Bridge - 7 miles

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Moderate pace from Tarrytown train station across the Mario Cuomo bridge (3.6 miles one way) to the foot of the Piermont Pier, another 3.5 miles. Total walking distance is 7-8 miles. The trail from the western end of the bridge to Piermont is rocky, with fallen leaves, which may be slippery if wet. Hiking poles may be useful. Return by Coach bus from Piermont to George Washington Bridge Bus Station at 179th Street. Subway: A train.

The Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge bicycle and pedestrian path extends from the Village of Tarrytown in Westchester County across the Hudson River at one of its widest points to Rockland County. The path, located on the northern side of the westbound span, features six scenic overlooks, interpretive displays and public art across its length. The bridge offers beautiful views north towards Bear Mountain and south towards Manhattan.

You may explore Piermont, which boasts charming cafes, art galleries, restaurants, and a mile-long pier jutting into the Hudson River. We will visit the Piermont Public Library to use the public restrooms.

Highly recommend this charming, informative YouTube video about historical Piermont:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8ZBRL9dLWY

MEET: Grand Central Station's clock/information rotunda at 8:35 am to catch the 8:50 am train to Tarrytown, arriving at 9:30 am. (Cost: one-way trip adults - $11.25; seniors $7.50. Use restrooms on the train or at the first stop (1 mile) at the Westchester landing before we enter the bridge pathway. Please do not leave the platform until we take attendance. Drivers meet us at 9:30 on the platform but please realize we are not returning to Tarrytown.

Coach Bus at 2:37 pm returns to GWB Bus Station at 3:15 pm. Please be aware the buses are often 15-30 minutes late. If you must return to Manhattan by a specific time, this walk may not be for you. Adult fare is $12.10, seniors $6.05. Purchase tickets online or pay cash (exact fare) on the bus. The next and final bus to GWB Bus Station is scheduled for 5:37 pm.

Entire walk mileage is approximately 7-8 miles, with an optional additional 2 miles if you walk the pier.

BRING: lunch, snacks, sunscreen, secure hat (bridge is very windy), and layers.

HIKE LEADERS: Pam Cress (917) 597-2664, [email protected];
Ellen Fleishman (917) 734-7813