Ridgefield, Connecticut
Top Spots in and near Ridgefield
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New York, New York
High Line
4.61.47 mi / 26 ft gainBuilt on a historic freight rail line and perched above the streets of Manhattan’s West Side, the High Line is a public park that features a green-lined walkway. Park hours depend on the season, although it never opens before 7am, so best to go for sunset. Although you may have some company on wa...Read more -
New York, New York
Walk the George Washington Bridge at Sunset
3.00.9 miJoin the thousands of people who cross the GWB each day, but do it by foot! This is an easy walk with beautiful views of the New York City skyline. You will begin seeing signs for the bridge bike path at Ft. Washington St. & E. 177th St., which you follow for a few blocks until you begin asce...Read more -
Cedar Grove, New Jersey
Hike at Mills Reservation
4.72 mi / 200 ft gainMills Reservation is over 150 acres of wooded area located off of Normal Ave. near the Cedar Grove reservoir. Parking space is limited due to the small size but there is another hidden lot towards the back if you make a right out of the parking lot and then the first right turn onto Highland Ave....Read more -
Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn Bridge Park Piers
5.01.5 miStarting at the Brooklyn Main Street Park, you are on the right side of the Manhattan Bridge. Here you can check out the new outdoor climbing gym. Keep walking along the water and you'll soon come upon Pebble Beach. Now this beach is not exactly a "let's bring our beach chairs and spend the da...Read more -
Brooklyn, New York
Climb Outdoors at DUMBO Boulders
5.0Enter at the corner of Adams St. and John St. and see the Manhattan Bridge above you. To your left is the new DUMBO Boulders, the largest outdoor rock gym in North America: at least for now.At only $9 for a day pass, includes the price of rental shoes, it's a steal compared to any gym in the cit...Read more -
New York, New York
Brooklyn Bridge Walk
5.02.4 mi / 26 ft gainBrooklyn Bridge Walk is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near New York City, New York.Read more -
Brooklyn, New York
Photograph Manhattan Bridge from Washington Street NYC
4.7Located in DUMBO this is seen as one of of the prime photography spots in NYC for good reason. Off the intersection of Washington Street and Water Street is a perfect view of the Manhattan Bridge sandwiched between two buildings. If you want to take it one step further you are able to get a close...Read more -
3197 U.S. 44, New York
Hike to Sky Top via the Undercliff Road
7.3 mi / 900 ft gainStarting from the East Trapps parking area ascend the East Trapps connector trail marked with yellow blazes. You can also park at the Mohonk Preserve visitor center where you can purchase your access pass ($15 per person) and pick up a free map of the presere trails and carriage roads. The conn...Read more -
Brooklyn, New York
Photograph the Brooklyn Bridge
4.8Escaping the hustle and bustle of the city doesn't always require actually leaving the city. Hanging out next to the East River and focusing on photographing the Brooklyn Bridge can be just what you need to clear your head and get your fix for some outdoors time. This is a great spot to practice ...Read more -
Canaan, Connecticut
Explore Great Falls
3.00.5 miStumbled upon Great Falls in the Falls Village section of Canaan, CT. The stunning 50ft waterfall doesn't disappoint. very easy hike from parking lot, you must cross the river in order to get close for bottom view. Hop on top of turtle rock and relax as the waterfall tumbles in the distance.Read more -
High Falls, New York
Mohonk Mountain House Labyrinth and Lemon Squeeze Hike
4.5Mohonk Mountain House is a historic resort located just outside the Catskills in the Hudson Valley just 90 miles north of New York City. With 85 miles of winding trails throughout the Mohonk Preserve, you'll have endless hiking options upon your arrival.Parking at the Gatehouse is limited, so be ...Read more -
Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn Bridge Walk via Brooklyn
4.71.12 mi / 0 ft gainBrooklyn Bridge Walk via Brooklyn is a point-to-point trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near New York City, New York.Read more -
New York, New York
Explore the South Street Seaport
5.0Get a feel for what New York was like in the 19th century at the Seaport! The Seaport boasts some of the oldest buildings and architecture in Manhattan, and the area continues to bustle today. The Seaport borders the Financial District and the East River - so there are lots of wonderful sights to...Read more -
Gardiner, New York
Hike the Dickie Barre, Peters Kill and Awosting Falls Loop
3.07.8 miThis loop hike takes you to Awosting Falls (65 ft.), as well as to great valley views along the ridge of Dickie Barre, and across Peters Kill, on the way.Start out on West Trapps Connector Trail (yellow blazes) at the east end of the West Trapps parking lot (get their early because the lot will ...Read more -
Gardiner, New York
Hike The Millbrook Mountain Ridge Trail
5.07 mi / 1400 ft gainWant to walk on the edge? visit Millbrook Mountain in the Catskills of NY. This loops hike follows the mountains ridge line most of the way to the summit with multiple viewpoints and cliff ledges to walk out on. This hike is recommended those in the area.Park at West Trapps Parking Lot and head ...Read more -
Gardiner, New York
Hike the Overcliff - Undercliff Road Loop
5.3 mi / 350 ft gainFrom the West Trapps parking lot ($15 for hikers), walk to the end of the parking lot and past a large kiosk. The trail connects the parking lot to the Overcliff Road/Undercliff Road junction. The loop can be done in either direction. I turned left on the Overcliff Road. This takes you behind...Read more