Franny Reese State Park (Moderate)

About this event

The hike begins with a crossing over the Hudson River on the " Walkway Over the Hudson ," followed by a hike in Franny Reese State Park. In the park, we'll ascend to a lookout area offering scenic views. That will be our lunch spot. After spending time exploring the park, we will return to the Poughkeepsie Train Station by way of the Mid-Hudson Bridge. The route features unique scenery, some hilly terrain, and an abandoned mansion. The group's pace will be very moderate—neither too fast nor too slow—and all participants are expected to remain with the group. There will be a sweep. Please note that the hike will be postponed in case of wet weather. Be sure to bring lunch and drinks. Dogs on a leash are permitted on this hike. Our total distance will be 4 to 5 miles.

Transportation: Take the HUDSON LINE Metro-North train departing Grand Central at 8:56 AM, arriving in Poughkeepsie at 10:58 AM. For the return trip, afternoon trains to Grand Central leave Poughkeepsie hourly. We’ll likely catch the train back around 2 or 3 PM. The ride back to Grand Central takes two hours.

Sign up online or in-person. No no-shows please.

Drivers from surrounding areas. Drivers should meet at the Poughkeepsie Train Station at 10:45 AM and wait for the 10:58 AM train to arrive. After arriving, gather in the waiting area by the restrooms. I will be on the 9:45 AM train to Poughkeepsie after parking at Croton-Harmon, where there is a parking fee on Sundays. Parking at Poughkeepsie is free.

Hint: When riding the train north to Poughkeepsie, sit on the left side at a window and enjoy some great scenery all the way there.

AMC Website: https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001N8ab/act00024918

From Appalachian Mountain Club New York-North Jersey