Edgewater: Walks along the Hudson, history and recreation

Edgewater combines activities along the Hudson River with historic institutions and opportunities for recreation and relaxation. The Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is used for walking, running, cycling, sightseeing and fishing. There are also opportunities to learn about the history of Borough Hall and the libraries, as well as recreational activities for children and residents. When choosing a vacation rental in Edgewater, you can consider whether your trip will focus more on riverside activities, historic sites, relaxation or the weekday ferry service to Midtown/W. 39th St.

Experience the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway

A section of the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway was completed in 2012 near the Moorings condominiums in Edgewater. Visitors use the walkway for a range of activities: walking or running, cycling, sightseeing and fishing. This offers more than one way to spend time by the river. Those who enjoy being active can go running or cycling; visitors who prefer a quieter stay can experience the waterfront walkway by strolling or sightseeing. Fishing is also among the stated uses. These activities relate to the walkway; the 2012 completion date specifically refers to a section near the Moorings condominiums.

Historic institutions in Edgewater

Edgewater Borough Hall was built in 1904. The building is listed in both the National Register of Historic Places and the New Jersey Register of Historic Places; it was added to the National Register in 2008. The Edgewater Public Library was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. These details give visitors who want to include historic institutions and their place in local history in their trip a specific starting point.

Another chapter in the history of the libraries concerns the Edgewater Free Library: it was dedicated on February 8, 1916, and is the last surviving of 15 Carnegie libraries in New Jersey built with funds from the Carnegie Foundation. Its dedication and Carnegie history give this site a different historical connection from the aforementioned register listings for Borough Hall and the Edgewater Public Library. Together, these institutions offer several points of interest for a stay that includes not only outdoor activities but also culture and history.

Recreation for different daily itineraries

Veterans Field is a recreational facility for children and residents of Edgewater. They can laugh, play, splash around, stroll, run and relax there. The range of activities extends from exercise and play to quieter moments. The Edgewater Community Center is also a place for recreation and relaxation: the Edgewater Recreation Department plans and supervises year-round activities there for all age groups. Those planning a trip with children can consider these two facilities as different aspects of Edgewater’s recreational offerings, without focusing their stay on just one activity.

Ferry service and boat slips

The Edgewater Ferry Landing is served by a route to Midtown/W. 39th St. from Monday through Friday during commuter hours; this route stops at Port Imperial. If a ferry ride is part of your travel plans, the stated weekdays and commuter hours are important when choosing your activities. This service information, however, does not provide a basis for weekend plans. Separately, Edgewater Marina & Ferry Landing offers boat slips for temporary stays. This is a separate offering from the ferry service.

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