John Finley Walk

From 81st Street to 90th Street, the Esplanade rises above the FDR Drive and merges with Carl Schurz Park. The paved promenade lined with benches along the river includes small flower gardens and a dog run.

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    (212) 639-9675

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FDR Dr (btwn E 63rd St & E 81 St) New York , NY 10021 United States

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Comments / 17


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east river scenic views fresh air quiet biking lighthouses island city tracks
Maria Solorzano

It's about 1 mile from the 60th and York entrance to where the stairs begin at 81st. See how many times you can go back and forth during a summer sunset !

Paige C

Great walk, especially with a dog! Also perfect for a great bike ride .

Jacqueline Incorvaia

It's beautiful here. Having the East river in front of you and speeding cars behind you creates quite a balance.

Meghan McGee

Quiet , great place for fresh air , to get away from the rest of the city , running

Art Jones

There is actually a walk along the east river promenade called John Finley Walk? That is the name of a dear friend who lives in LA. I'll have to let him know? Have a super day!

Compass

The East River Running Path is peaceful and the entire route can be a six-mile jog at any pace.

Michael Oh

Very relaxing and peaceful environment staged right in the middle of the East River .

Tom M.

Awesome views of the East River from here

Vieses

Views are amazing, especially at sunset !

Emily Ryan

A great running track that runs along the East River . Enter on 81st Street or 71st...

Ann Marie Skjold

Great spot for a jog!

JYOTI SINGH

Great thinking spot

Mark de Leon

Good place for a run.

lynda bauer

Early am observe the growing traffic on the "blue highway" #nyc-green

Jesse P.

Check out a great view of lighthouse park on Roosevelt Island

lynda bauer

CBS Person of Interest shoot this am #NYC-Production

Max Blum

um there's dog poop everywhere

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Beautiful place and views! Great place to have lunch or just get out of the city, while your still in it. - Momentous Promotions

9.3
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They have a small or large dog run, depending on the size/preference of your dog. Great area, nice views and very friendly patrons. My dog loves it here! - Paige C

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Love their outdoor seating - it's always packed! Great place to work or sit with your dogs. - Paige C

7.9
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Great secret entrance for this dog park at 60th and York. It's a ramp closed to cars, but works for runners and people to get to the river walk - it will save you going the long way at 63rd. - Eric Friedman