Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail

The Fjord Trail

Seven Sections, Cold Spring to Beacon

Some sections are open today; others are under construction. We show both, clearly labeled, so you always know what's actually walkable.

The Hudson River shoreline near Cold Spring

0.4 mi · Easy

Cold Spring Waterfront

The trail's southern gateway, steps from the Cold Spring Metro-North stop.

Open
Dockside Park along the Cold Spring waterfront

0.6 mi · Easy

Dockside

A quiet shoreline connector with some of the corridor's clearest river views.

Open
Shoreline view near Little Stony Point in the Hudson Highlands

1 mi · Easy-Moderate

Little Stony Point

A beloved state park beach and headland at the foot of Breakneck Ridge.

Open
The Breakneck Connector and bridge under construction

1.8 mi · Moderate

Breakneck Connector

The corridor's signature engineering challenge: a safe route past Breakneck Ridge.

Under Construction
Rendering of the future Fjord Trail Visitor Center area

0.9 mi · Easy

Dutchess Manor / Visitor Center

The Fjord Trail's future welcome point, with orientation, restrooms and programming space.

Under Construction
Forested shoreline north of the Highlands, near the Fjord Trail North corridor

1.9 mi · Moderate

Fjord Trail North

A forested stretch connecting the Highlands corridor to Beacon's waterfront.

Under Construction
The Hudson River near Long Dock Park in Beacon

1 mi · Easy

Long Dock / Beacon

The trail's northern gateway at Long Dock Park, with tidal marsh and river views.

Open