Henry Hudson Trail
A shared Monmouth County corridor includes a striking Sandy Hook Bay segment to Popamora Point.
Artwork inspired by John Marin
Henry Hudson Trail is a network of rail-trail and bayshore segments, not one continuous waterfront promenade. The Popamora Point section makes a particularly clear first visit: water, shore communities, and the hills behind Atlantic Highlands stay in view as the path runs toward the marina. A short return walk can be rewarding without attempting the full county route.
Check the county map carefully because on-street connections interrupt some sections. Cyclists and walkers share the path, while shoreline weather can feel very different from inland trail conditions. Popamora Point has a named parking area and restrooms; it is a practical arrival anchor rather than a claim that the entire trail begins there.
- Operator
- Monmouth County Parks
- View
- Sandy Hook Bay
- Access
- Popamora Point
Quick guide
- Start at Popamora
- Walk west toward the marina for bay views.
- Watch connections
- The longer route has on-road links.
Know before you go
- Read the shoreline
- Compare working waterfront and open bay.
- Share space
- Keep predictable lines for passing cyclists.
- Check the map
- Do not assume every segment is off-road.
- Return with light
- Wind and sunset alter the shore experience.
Good to know
The official trail comprises distinct segments and some street connections. The map pin is a named bayfront access point, not a route-wide destination or a promise of continuous off-road riding.
Notice these
- Bayfront path
- Popamora Point
- Atlantic Highlands connection