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Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary
4.3 ★★★★☆ 231 Google reviews · Running trail in Garrison, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Relaxed marshland featuring a network of trails, plus a visitor centre.
What runners say about Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary
“did not see much wild life but a very scenic spot for photography and bird enthusiasts as it is a national Audubon Society spot.”
“The boardwalk trail through the marsh is peaceful and offers amazing views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains.”
“Kind of a hidden gem for a nice easy hike with gorgeous views!”
The following review *** is how i once felt about Constitution marsh..... Unfortunately, i can no longer gain access to the trail on a regular basis- why you ask? because they took away the parking spaces. ???why this was done, you ask???
Kind of a hidden gem for a nice easy hike with gorgeous views! Honestly the walk back up the road to the parking lot is more tiresome than the hike from the Audubon Center to the marsh.
Constitution Marsh is a hidden gem for nature lovers. The boardwalk trail through the marsh is peaceful and offers amazing views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains. You can often spot wildlife, like herons, eagles, and turtles—it’s a photographer’s dream.
Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary is very beautiful. From the parking lot, you are going down the hill to the entrance of a 20-minute hike. The entrance to this hike is very beautiful. I met a few volunteers who greeted us with a smile on their face.
Trail conditions & character
“I like the walkway over the marsh, great place and I'd recommend it for bird viewers and fantastic views of the Hudson Valley and USMA a great historical campus.”
“Honestly the walk back up the road to the parking lot is more tiresome than the hike from the Audubon Center to the marsh.”
“From the parking lot, you are going down the hill to the entrance of a 20-minute hike.”
“Beautiful walk down on a rocky mossy path ( just watch your footing ).”
“The boardwalk trail through the marsh is peaceful and offers amazing views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains.”
“The boardwalk trail through the marsh is peaceful and offers amazing views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains.”
“Trail is not long, it is accessible to elder people.”
“but- as luck would have it- i was fortunate and so walked down the steep paved hill to the marsh trail.”
Plan your run at Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteaudubon.org
- Phone(845) 265-2601
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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