Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood)

Iconic walk along the Hudson from Battery Park

Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood) is a 22.0 km one-way trail with 103 m of elevation gain, taking 5 h 45 min of walking without stops. Difficulty: moderate (MIDE 3 out of 5). It runs from The Battery, NYC to Inwood.

Distance: 22.0 km
Elevation gain: 103 m
Elevation loss: 101 m
Walking time: 5 h 45 min (without stops)
Difficulty: Moderate · MIDE 3/5
Type: One-way
Max / min altitude: 49 / 0 m
Max gradient: 10 %

Trail profile: from 0 m to 49 m altitude

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood) take?

5 h 45 min of walking without stops (DIN 33466, from distance and elevation). Allow a little more for breaks and photos.

Is Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood) difficult?

Its difficulty is moderate: MIDE 3 out of 5, with 103 m of total ascent and a maximum gradient of 10%.

Is Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood) a loop?

No, it's one-way: it runs from The Battery, NYC to Inwood, so you either walk back the same way or arrange transport at the end.

Where is Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood)?

Near New York (United States). This page has directions to the start and the GPX for your phone, watch or GPS.

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Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood)

HVGT · One-way · Near New York

Distance 22.0 kmElevation gain 103 mWalking time 5 h 45 minDifficulty Moderate

Map, profile and GPX for Hudson Valley Greenway Trail (The Battery, NYC to Inwood) on Wanloria

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Waymarked trail. Route © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); elevation computed with a 90 m elevation model, so the figures are approximate (±10%). Check the trail conditions and the forecast before you set off. OpenStreetMap · Data checked on 27 Sep 2026