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The Little Red Lighthouse – Flatiron Building loop from 8th Street–New York University

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The Little Red Lighthouse – Flatiron Building loop from 8th Street–New York University

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The Little Red Lighthouse – Flatiron Building loop from 8th Street–New York University

02:25

43.7km

280m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 21.6 km for 133 m

After 36.4 km for 104 m

After 42.3 km for 52 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

7.50 km

View of the Hudson River and Manhattan skyline from Riverside Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

There are many beautiful views all the way along the Hudson. Like the one here at the beginning (Battery Park)

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2

8.81 km

Hudson River Greenway

Highlight • Cycleway

great bike path along the Hudson

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3

19.3 km

Highbridge Park

Highlight • MTB Park

Perched on rocky cliffs above Harlem River Drive, this park packs an impressive variety of trails into a compact space. You'll find everything from mellow cruisers to steep, technical descents, and a dirt pump track.

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4

21.6 km

Fort Tryon Park

Highlight • Natural

A pleasant park above the Hudson with magnificent views and beautiful vegetation.

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5

27.5 km

The Little Red Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Iconic building straight out of a picture book. Even if the approach to the bridge from here is a little complicated, the detour to the lighthouse is worthwhile.

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31.2 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

7

36.5 km

Pier I

Highlight • Structure

Great views and a spot to stop off for a break or snack.

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8

38.9 km

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Highlight • Monument

If you have time, you should definitely plan a detour to the aircraft carrier. I have visited him several times in the meantime. Worth it.

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9

42.3 km

Flatiron Building

Highlight • Monument

Named for its resemblance to the shape of an iron, the "Flatiron Building" is known for having long been one of Manhattan's tallest skyscrapers.

The building, with a height of …

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43.7 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.0 km

1.72 km

1.33 km

1.23 km

1.04 km

406 m

Surfaces

37.9 km

5.66 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 14 October

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18°C

78 %

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