Roosevelt Island Greenway
New York County, NY
Loop trail in New York County, NY. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 3.5 mi (5.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 39 ft (12 m)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 20 ft (6 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Emergency phone 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Roosevelt Island Sign 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Roosevelt Island Visitor Center Kiosk 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Emergency phone 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Emergency phone 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from start
- Shelter 3 mi (4.9 km) from start
- Emergency phone 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Roosevelt Island Greenway
How long is Roosevelt Island Greenway?
Roosevelt Island Greenway is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) long. Most people take about 20 min. It climbs 39 ft (12 m) in total, up to a high point of 20 ft (6 m).
How hard is Roosevelt Island Greenway?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Roosevelt Island Greenway?
Parking at the start, Fee. 9 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Roosevelt Island Greenway?
Drinking water on the way at 2 mi (3.2 km), 3 mi (4.8 km), 3 mi (4.9 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.3 mi (0.4 km), 1.8 mi (3 km), 2.4 mi (3.9 km).
Is Roosevelt Island Greenway shaded?
Mostly exposed (24% under trees).
What can you do on Roosevelt Island Greenway?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Roosevelt Island Greenway?
The Café @ Cornell Tech, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Prestige Marketplace, 0.4 mi (0.6 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Roosevelt Island Greenway?
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