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Riverwalk view of NYC

4.9 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Running trail in West New York, New Jersey · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
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Shade
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Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Riverwalk view of NYC'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.

Open 24hScenicTrailhead parking

What runners say about Riverwalk view of NYC

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (97 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“Beautiful Place for a wonderful walk with an amazing view.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“Peaceful spot with amazing skyline views of New York from NJ—ideal for car shots and relaxing.”

Excellent place to run with great views of NYC. It doesn’t they too busy so you can run or walk comfortably almost any time of the day. It’s also safe here as there are some people around and the neighborhood around is a nice one

★★★★★ — Mihai , Nov 2022

Best views of the NY skyline. Great restaurants and stores nearby like Son Cubano and Ben & Jerry’s. Really chill atmosphere too. Great for walks, runs, or just sitting down and enjoying the view. Parking isn’t too bad either.

★★★★★ — Natalie , Jul 2024

Pretty New York City view, perfect spot to walk around, run or work out. In the Riverwalk place live music available on Thursday and see the 6th picture for details.

★★★★☆ — Ahmet , Jul 2023

Beautiful spot to look at NY skyline. Long walkway along Hudson river, good for walking, jogging, or running. Benches are also available in few places. street parkings available, but might have to drive around a bit looking for one

★★★★★ — Ha , Apr 2025

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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 23 mentions

“One of the best views of New York, it is a nice walk, you can park by Ben and Jerry's have some ice cream and take some nice pictures specially at night.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Went weekday night around 8:30, lucky to find a street parking.”

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Plan your run at Riverwalk view of NYC

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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

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

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 Riverwalk view of NYC

West New York, New Jersey

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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.