Walk Leaders: Michelle Pollack and Mario Medici
Approximately 6.5 miles, 5 hours
Walk 1 of the Great 26 Mile Challenge is the first of 4 walks designed for those who want to walk the entire 26 miles of the Old Croton Aqueduct in Westchester. The Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct awards a Patch and a Certificate to anyone who completes the 26 miles of the trail. This walk covers the segment of the OCA trail from the Croton Dam to Scarborough.
The Details: Terrain will be mostly level with some slight hills; there will be roots and rocks – please wear appropriate footwear. Bring lunch, snacks and water – there will be rest stops along the way. Rest rooms are at the beginning of the walk.
Important Note: These are one-way walks. Plan accordingly if you will need to return to your starting point. Metro-North is available near the start and end of the walk.
Meet at Croton Gorge Park Parking Lot, near the Restrooms
Croton Gorge Park, Rte. 129, Cortlandt, NY 10567 GPS Coordinates: 41.22603, -73.85770.
Metro-North Croton-Harmon station is a15 minute taxi ride to Croton Gorge Park. Walk will end at Metro-North Scarborough Train Station. Meter parking and paid parking lot available.
Required: Pre-registration.
