🚶‍♂️ 15-Mile Island Hopping Walk

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Join us for a unique 15+ mile Island Hopping Walk connecting some of NYC’s most fascinating waterfront spaces — from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan, Randalls/Wards Island, and finishing in Queens. A great way to experience parts of the city most people never fully connect in one trip.
🚶‍♂️ 15-Mile Island Hopping Walk
📍 Meet

In front of Roosevelt Island MTA Station
Meet at West Rd
9:00 AM sharp departure

🗺️ Route Highlights
1. Roosevelt Island Loop

Walk north to Lighthouse Park
Head south to Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms State Park
Scenic waterfront paths and a relaxed warm-up section

2. Lunch Stop 🍴

Lunch break at The Café at Cornell Tech
Food available for purchase, though bringing snacks is still recommended

3. Tram to Manhattan 🚡

Ride the Roosevelt Island Tramway
Same fare as the subway (OMNY/MetroCard)

4. Manhattan → Randalls/Wards Island

Walk north and cross the Ward’s Island Bridge into the island park system

5. Randalls/Wards Island Loop 🌿
Explore trails, waterfront paths, and nature areas including:

Little Hell Gate Salt Marsh
Bronx Kill waterfront views

This is the most nature-focused portion of the walk.
6. Finish in Queens

Cross the RFK Bridge pedestrian path
Finish at Astoria Boulevard MTA Station

⚠️ What to Expect

Distance: 15+ miles — moderate but long
Pace: steady
Dropout points available if needed
Planned restroom and hydration breaks

🎒 What to Bring

Water (essential)
Snacks
Comfortable walking shoes

👍 Why This Walk Is Special
This route combines city scenery and green spaces in a way few NYC walks do:

Roosevelt Island offers calm waterfront views
Randalls/Wards Island feels surprisingly quiet and natural
Bridges, tram rides, and waterfront paths create a uniquely New York experience

Persons will be moved to going list after answering questions

Hike Leader
Please do not post questions/comments prior to the walk.
Text Ivan Falla with your name:
917-446-0013