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Overlook Meadow
4.9 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Running trail in New York, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 1.3 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Overlook Meadow'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.
What runners say about Overlook Meadow
“Along the way, you'll pass through scenic Overlook Meadow, which grants a view of the rock formations across the river.”
A hike through Inwood Hill Park and you can pop out right on the water.
Along the way, you'll pass through scenic Overlook Meadow, which grants a view of the rock formations across the river. The 1.3-mile Orange Trail includes some unpaved paths that arc further north through the forest to views of the Hudson River and Spuyten Duyvil Creek. The 1.
I live in the area and it took me 27 minutes to get to the overlook Meadow. It was yeah, late in the afternoon, about 15 minutes before sunset. I would recommend not entering the park through Payson payson street because of the fact that there is some renovation work going on.
Trail conditions & character
“🌿 Overlook Meadow – Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan Un claro amplio y tranquilo que se abre entre los árboles del bosque de Inwood, ofreciendo un respiro en medio de la naturaleza.”
“Continue a bit past the trail's end to the south to reach Dyckman Field, which serves as an off-leash area during the first three and last three hours the park is open.”
“🌿 Overlook Meadow – Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan Un claro amplio y tranquilo que se abre entre los árboles del bosque de Inwood, ofreciendo un respiro en medio de la naturaleza.”
Plan your run at Overlook Meadow
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance1.3 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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