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Hudson River Waterfront Walkway
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,806 Google reviews · Running trail in Hoboken, New Jersey · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Hudson River Waterfront Walkway'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.
Long, paved riverside cycling & walking path offering dramatic views of the Manhattan skyline.
What runners say about Hudson River Waterfront Walkway
“The area is clean, well maintained, and surprisingly peaceful compared to the busy city.”
“Stunning views of Manhattan Skyline from the riverside promenade, plenty of seating and areas to relax, close to bars & eateries and Lackawanna transport hub for bus, train, ferry.”
“Peaceful and refreshing,the Hudson River walkway is perfect for a relaxing stroll with stunning skyline views and calming breeze.”
I have watched this waterfront walk evolve and expand over the past two decades. Aside from the amenities and great dining options you will find plenty of places to take a break, picnic or play. Take in the spectacular views of the New York City skyline both day and night.
A picturesque riverside broadwalk, probably the place to see the best Manhattan view from the other bank of Hudson, situated at Hoboken. There’s ample space for walk and jogging, a vast green grassland to spend leisure time. The sunset view is just cherry on the cake.
This is a fantastic riverside Boardwalk. It is built and maintained very well and is always very clean. Not too crowded. Great place for fantastic views of Manhattan, especially great for photography. Ample space for long walks and jogging.
I visited the Hoboken waterfront on a weekday evening, right after picking up dinner from a nearby food cart. I decided to take a stroll before eating — and I’m so glad I did. The view was absolutely stunning.
Trail conditions & character
“Stunning views of Manhattan Skyline from the riverside promenade, plenty of seating and areas to relax, close to bars & eateries and Lackawanna transport hub for bus, train, ferry.”
“Peaceful and refreshing,the Hudson River walkway is perfect for a relaxing stroll with stunning skyline views and calming breeze.”
“There are also nearby parking garages if street spots are full.”
“The waterfront boardwalk is a fantastic spot to relax and enjoy one of the best skyline views of Manhattan from across the Hudson River.”
“The Manhattan skyline stretched out in front of me, bathed in the golden hour light, with a gentle breeze coming off the river.”
Plan your run at Hudson River Waterfront Walkway
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitevisithudson.org
- Phone+1 201-420-2094
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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