2020

West Point may be closed to visitors and walkers. Call or check the web for more information.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

US Military Academy at West Point

Year Round Walk

SN: 115588 - 2020 / Y0037

when is the event

The event is closed

From Thu, Jan 2nd, 2020 to Dec 31st, 2020

Start box available: 8a.m.-5:00p.m; closed major holidays

where is the event

West Point, New York

The address/location for the Physical Start Box (PSB) is as follows:

Highland Falls Market

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

None provided

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Event comments

West Point is one of our country's National Historic Landmarks but it is an active US Military Base. There is a steep hill on the trails.

conditions for the event

Rating: 2B, Distance: 7, 10km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Hard

Wheelchairs: No

Event information

Both 7k and 10k trails pass main academic area, Chapels, historic monuments, & athletic facilities of US Military Academy with magnificent views of Hudson River. The 10k trail includes the cemetery. IMPORTANT! You MUST obtain a "Local Area Credential" ("LAC", a photo ID card) before you enter the post. It is good for a year. Refer to the website for the documentation and information you need to provide to the Visitor's Control Center ahead for your LAC. We are advised (but call ahead for details to confirm) that the Visitor's Control Center is now open seven days a week. See the section "Requirements for Unescorted Visitors" on https://home.army.mil/westpoint/index.php/about/visitor-information.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

Driving to the start box

447 Main Street, Highland Falls, NY 10928. The market is across the street from the newly renovated West Point Visitor's Center. From South: Palisades Interstate Pky North to end (Bear Mtn traffic circle). Follow signs to Rt 9W North. Take 9W North 2.6 mi to Highland Falls exit; follow signs West Pt Visitors Center. From I-84: Exit 10S. Take 9W South 24 mi to Highland Falls exit & follow signs West Pt Visitors Center. Check Market for hours if needed at: http://www.highlandfallsmarket.com/ {lat:41.374398, lng: -73.963782}

Maps phrase and directions link

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event sponsor

Volkssport Club at West Point (AVA-0505)

Event website: nodegreen.com/westpoint/walkhome.php

point of contact

Click inside the box to send an email to the POC.