Croton Dam Hike – RESCHEDULED FROM 9/26
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About this event
One of 17 upcoming events at Old Croton Aqueduct Trail, and 2,810 across the Hudson Valley.
Walk leader: Mario Medici Note: $10 parking fee/car (cash only) through the end of September. Enjoy a free, easy, 2 miles/2 hours (total) loop hike north along the Aqueduct and atop the beautiful Croton Dam. Meet near the restrooms at the rear (south end) of the parking lot at Croton Gorge Park, 35 Yorktown Road, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520, GPS Coordinates: 41°13′ 20.46” N -73°51′12.59” W. The leader of the hike will discuss the history and construction of the Old Croton Aqueduct and the features of the Croton Dam, the trailhead of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. The Aqueduct was completed in 1842 to supply fresh water to a thirsty New York City. (From Metro-North Hudson Line Croton-Harmon Train Station: 15-minute taxi.) Required: preregistration.
