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Quiet Cove Riverfront Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 359 Google reviews · Running trail in Poughkeepsie, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Quiet Cove 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.
Clean, tranquil locale with picnic areas, trails and decks that overlook the Hudson River.
What runners say about Quiet Cove Riverfront Park
“There are plenty of clean picnic tables and seating areas throughout the park, as well as hiking trails along the river and woods.”
“When you visit please leave it as beautiful as it was when you arrived.”
“It is a great place to watch the boats and trains go by while listening to the quiet lapping of the Hudson River.”
It is a quiet place ,very easy access ,close to main road and the house and the best thing it is that barbeque it is not allowed , it is a peacefull place where anybody can go tl relax,study or simply meditate , I have been around some others parks but this one is very cozy and have most of elements vegetation ,hills…
We had our wedding here. Renting was an easy process. When you call their number the receptionists walk you through the entire process. We had to get insurance for the rental that covered food and alcohol. We had the rental from 10am I believe until 7pm. We cleaned up after ourselves and received our deposit back.
A wonderful park which is perfect for a picnic or reading a book. There are plenty of clean picnic tables and seating areas throughout the park, as well as hiking trails along the river and woods. It is a great place to watch the boats and trains go by while listening to the quiet lapping of the Hudson River.
Beautiful spot to relax and enjoy the Hudson River. The main building can be rented for partys/get together. New parking and walk down unless you have Handicapped parking. A light is being put in on Rt 9 so it will be easier to get in and out.
Trail conditions & character
“Bring your gravity chairs pack a picnic and just enjoy the view , the boats, and the water.”
“Be advised, it is a fairly steep walk with many stairs to get from the parking lot down into the park (handicapped accessible parking is under the bridge and much closer).”
“It is a great place to watch the boats and trains go by while listening to the quiet lapping of the Hudson River.”
“Be advised, it is a fairly steep walk with many stairs to get from the parking lot down into the park (handicapped accessible parking is under the bridge and much closer).”
“Be advised, it is a fairly steep walk with many stairs to get from the parking lot down into the park (handicapped accessible parking is under the bridge and much closer).”
Plan your run at Quiet Cove Riverfront Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Phone(845) 298-4600
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–8 PM |
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