Want to stay in Manhattan but not feel like your in Manhattan? Is Central Park so overcrowded you're starting to think you are missing a free giveaway (but you could be)? Head to the very northwest tip of Manhattan. Here you'll find a few miles of walking trails, stunning views of the Hudson, and glorious peace and quiet. Plus, it's two parks in one!
This park is home to the only forest on the island of Manhattan. Plus, there's a TON of history here. There's even evidence that Native Americans used this land in the 17th century. Fortunately, the land remained untouched during the wars - and now it's ours to enjoy.
We brought the dogs here for a fun hike. To access the hiking trails, we took the the A train to Dykman Street. Head west on Dykman Street. Just after Payson Ave, look for the entrance to the hiking trail. We took the red trail and looped around to the white trail to walk by the water.
The trail itself is super simple and is mostly paved. Our little min pin just loved the hike as well.
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| Our little Min Pin, Capone, having the time of his life! |
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| Nice overlook with great views of The Hudson |
We spent about an hour walking the trails here before we decided to walk over to Fort Tyron Park (directly across the street). However, you can spend way more time than an hour exploring the different trails.
If you plan to hit up Fort Tyron Park on the same day, you'll need to leave Inwood Hill Park on the south end. Fort Tyron is directly across the street. There's also the option of taking the path to the Little Red Lighthouse, but I haven't made it out there yet (look for a post soon). Once you leave Inwood Hill Park, you'll need to walk just a little east on Dykman to enter Fort Tyron Park. This park is definitly a little steeper than Inwood Hill, but it's still on the easy moderate side. Plus, it's GORGEOUS.
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| Fort Tyron Park in the Spring |
During the American Revolutionary War, the Battle of Fort Washington was fought here. Later, Rockefeller - yes, the rich one who likes to donate his money, started to buy up estates in this area. Rockefeller was also responsible for buying a crapload of medival art and donating it to the MET. This is now housed in
The Cloisters (definitly worth a visit). If you don't actually explore the museum on this visit, make sure you check out the building. It's made up of several European buildings.
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| The Cloisters in the Spring |
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| And here it is in the fall! |
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| These are shortcut stairs to The Cloisters. Otherwise, stay on the path to the tipy top! |
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Capone, truly enjoying the view!
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The Billings Arcade
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The Heather Garden
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Make sure you spend some time on a bench, just enjoying the view!
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