Jacob Riis Boardwalk
Jacob Riis Park Historic District, Queens County, NY
Out-and-back trail in Jacob Riis Park Historic District, Queens County, NY. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 13 ft (4 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 13 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 12 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 11 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 10 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 7 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 6 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 5 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 4 1.3 mi (2 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 3 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Beach: Jacob Riis Park Beach 2 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
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Questions about Jacob Riis Boardwalk
How long is Jacob Riis Boardwalk?
Jacob Riis Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) long. Most people take about 10 min.
How hard is Jacob Riis Boardwalk?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Jacob Riis Boardwalk?
Parking at the start. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Jacob Riis Boardwalk?
Drinking water on the way at 0.6 mi (0.9 km), 0.9 mi (1.5 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.5 mi (0.7 km), 1.4 mi (2.3 km).
Is Jacob Riis Boardwalk shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Is Jacob Riis Boardwalk good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Jacob Riis Boardwalk?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Jacob Riis Boardwalk?
Food, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Deirdre Maeve's Market, 1.7 mi (2.8 km).
Is this a good week for Jacob Riis Boardwalk?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap