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Henry Hudson Trail / Popamora Point
4.7 ★★★★★ 695 Google reviews · Running trail in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Henry Hudson Trail / Popamora Point'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.
Beach, paved trail popular for walking and biking, with views of the NYC skyline.
What runners say about Henry Hudson Trail / Popamora Point
“It is mostly flat and easy to navigate, making it perfect for a relaxing walk, run, or bike ride The trail is well-maintained and wide enough for comfortable shared use.”
“Overall, the Henry Hudson Trail is a gem for anyone looking for a scenic and enjoyable outdoor experience in the Highlands area.”
“It is mostly flat and easy to navigate, making it perfect for a relaxing walk, run, or bike ride The trail is well-maintained and wide enough for comfortable shared use.”
Excellent bicycle/pedestrian trail along the water. Very well maintained with scenic views. This is a paved, 10-foot wide, 24-mile long trail, and is a former railroad right-of-way.
The Henry Hudson Trail is a fantastic trail. It is mostly flat and easy to navigate, making it perfect for a relaxing walk, run, or bike ride The trail is well-maintained and wide enough for comfortable shared use. The trail winds through the bayshore with views of Sandy Hook the New York City skyline.
I love this trail, sometimes it can be over crowded with ppl who like to bring their wheels out (bikes,strollers, scooters etc) but overall this is a beautiful trail that over looks a beach and you can see the city fin you look closely. Ppl fish here as well, there’s picnic tables and the bathrooms are always clean.
Very nice trail. You can see NYC and Verrazano bridge from a distance. Also very close to Sandy Hook. I only recommend going through the trail. Sandy Hook would be a better option for swimming. (Please note these images were enhanced a bit by myself.
Trail conditions & character
“I love the Bayshore part of the trail overlooking the water in Atlantic highlands and highlands.”
“They have enough parking, easy access to the water, outside shower, bathroom, off leash dog park, and the start of the Henry Hudson trail.”
“You can choose to sit at the beach and relax, bring your dog to the safe fenced in dog park, or walk the paved path.”
“They have enough parking, easy access to the water, outside shower, bathroom, off leash dog park, and the start of the Henry Hudson trail.”
“They have enough parking, easy access to the water, outside shower, bathroom, off leash dog park, and the start of the Henry Hudson trail.”
“The trail is mostly paved with some parts of gravel.”
Plan your run at Henry Hudson Trail / Popamora Point
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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- Phone+1 732-842-4000
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Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–9 pm |
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