Old Croton Aqueduct: Croton Dam [New Hike!]
Introducing our Old Croton Aqueduct hiking series. We are section-hiking this trail in a series of ACTIVE-level hikes. This is hike two of the series (you don’t have to have done the first one to do this one :)).
In this brand new hike, we are going on a section hike of the Old Croton Aqueduct Historic Trail! Escape the 21st century and [go] on a historic journey through Westchester County! For more than 150 years, the trail atop the Old Croton Aqueduct has linked communities along the lower Hudson River. This tree-lined 26.2-mile portion of the 41-mile trailway, popular with runners and walkers, offers glimpses of historic and architectural treasures along the way.” Your guide will share the history of the Old Croton Aqueduct as you see the Aqueduct and Reservoir and some interesting historical markers regarding the trail.
Even though this hike is between six and seven miles, because of it’s flatter and less-technical terrain, we are rating it an ACTIVE+ hike.
What’s included:
- NY State Licensed and Wilderness First Responder Certified Guide
- Transportation to and from NYC
- Section hike of the Old Croton Aqueduct
Level: Active (Learn More)
Mileage: 6-7 miles
Elevation Gain: ~400 feet
Group Size: 2 - 14 adventurers
Check-in Time: 7:30 am
Departure Time: 7:45 am
Return Time: Approximately 6:00 pm
$92.00
Limited spots remaining
Wear
- Waterproof hiking boots (required)
- Weather-appropriate, moisture-wicking, athletic clothing (no cotton)
- Wool or synthetic socks (no cotton)
- Waterproof gloves
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Leg gaiters
Pack
- Adventure Untamed will provide any traction devices you need, but if you have your own microspikes/snowshoes/crampons, feel free to bring them
- Insulating puffy and insulating pants
- Fleece / mid layer
- Windproof/waterproof top and bottom layers that can fit over all other layers
- Lunch
- Ample Snacks
- At least three (3) liters of water (*note* if temperature is below freezing do not bring hydration bladders – will freeze)
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Hand / foot warmers (optional)
- Extra layers to adjust for changing weather conditions
- Extra pair of wool socks
- Trekking poles (optional)
- A change of clothes for the ride back (optional)
