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Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 253 Google reviews · Running trail in Beacon, New York · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shape
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Shade
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Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park'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.

ScenicStroller / ADARestroomsTrailhead parking

Scenic park near the Hudson River, featuring a playground.

What runners say about Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (253 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“Wonderful location for this year’s Hudson River Seafood Festival this past weekend with beautiful views of the river and the town of Newburgh on the opposite side.”

Whether going for a short stroll or watching the sunset, this park has it all! The park is within walking distance to the train station and downtown Beacon. If you are into hiking, there are short tails as well with scenic Hudson river views.

★★★★★ — David , Sep 2025

I wish this cute little park was near me when I was raising my kids. Lovely area to walk along the Hudson, fish, see wildlife and there is an area for children's playground.

★★★★★ — Deb , Jun 2024

This park is parallel to the Metro-North station. It has a nice path and faux pool. Nice scenery and lots going on. Parking is available. Bench also available. So relaxing

★★★★★ — Sanday , Jul 2017

Great place to take a walk, jog, run, hang with family, friends. Or just chill out and take in nature.

★★★★★ — Rome , Apr 2024

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 18 mentions

“Wonderful location for this year’s Hudson River Seafood Festival this past weekend with beautiful views of the river and the town of Newburgh on the opposite side.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“Also bathroom facilities are are not that great but we enjoy nice and Quiet time.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Park has restrooms,playground and free parking on weekends.”

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Plan your run at Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
  • 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.
  • Websiteriverpool.org
  • Phone+1 845-765-8440
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 7 am–7 pm
Tuesday 7 am–7 pm
Wednesday 7 am–7 pm
Thursday 7 am–7 pm
Friday 7 am–7 pm
Saturday 7 am–7 pm
Sunday 7 am–7 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park

2 Red Flynn Dr, Beacon, NY 12508

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.