walkway marathon

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Nearby Gas Stations New York Dutchess County Poughkeepsie

Dutchess County . New York

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82 Washington St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA

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Walkway Marathon is a popular point of interest located at 82 Washington St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. This scenic walking path offers a unique opportunity to explore the historic train bridge that has been transformed into a public space for leisurely strolls and outdoor activities. The walkway provides a glimpse into the area's industrial past while offering a modern venue for relaxation and recreation.

Visitors can enjoy the simple pleasures of walking along the 12-foot-wide blacktop pavement, lined with trees and offering views of the water below. benches are available for those who want to take a break and admire the surroundings. While the main path is clean and functional, some visitors note that there is room for improvement in terms of landscaping and maintenance.

Walkway Marathon also features limited food options, though they may not appeal to everyone's taste due to their appearance. The restrooms are basic but necessary, while the overall environment is described as somewhat plain compared to similar attractions like Manhattan’s Highline.

Location: 82 Washington St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Highlights: Historic train bridge turned public walking path, scenic views of the water, benches for resting
Facilities: Basic restrooms (port-a-potties), limited food vendor
Visitor Tips: Plan for a straightforward walking experience with minimal interactive elements

Customers have shared mixed feedback about their experiences. While some appreciate the transformation of an industrial site into a public space, others suggest that there is potential for improvement in terms of aesthetics and maintenance. The path offers a peaceful retreat from daily life, but visitors should be prepared for a more low-key experience compared to other urban attractions.

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Come on folks, it's just a walking path. The views are average, even for the Fall. Don't get me wrong, I think it's great that they turned a train bridge into something for the general public to enjoy, but I think they still need to "pretty" it up a bit. If you drive to the Poughkeepsie side, the path to get to the actual walkway is pretty long. Not to mention the parking area still needs some work. The ground is uneven, dusty and gravelly. At first you're accosted by the bathroom facilities. The 4 or 5 port-a-potties located right after the parking area smell like low tide in a heat wave. Then the black top pavement, which is about 12 feet wide is lined with trees, but you can still see abandoned, rusted sheds and other sorts of junk and detritus just behind them. There's only one food vendor with crude signs and it didn't look bright or new, just creepy and unsanitary. When you finally get to the entrance of the walkway, it is rather nice, clean, if plain and very functional. I don't know, I guess I was expecting something a little more creative and playful, maybe interactive, as with the Highline in Manhattan. All you do here is walk straight across, chat with your friend, stop to take a look at the bridge and the water below, rest on a bench maybe, start to walk back to your car. I could have stayed home and worked on my kegel exercises.

Oct 17, 2018 · Jack Aiello