PHOTOS: Everything To Know About Warwick’s New Hiking Trail

The Town of Warwick, NY in Orange County just made a major announcement: the opening of a brand new hiking trail.

The trail, which connects Hickory Hill Golf Course and Cascade Road, held a special ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the event. Online, residents had countless questions about Warwick's latest edition ranging from trail surface and accessibility to location and actual length. Here's everything you need to know:

Where Is the Town of Warwick's Newest Hiking Trail?

As mentioned, the new trail connects Hickory Hill Golf Course and Cascade Road, with an official trailhead address of 25 Country Park Lane (the location of Hickory Hill). Town officials recommended starting at this end of the trail rather than on Cascade Road in order to enjoy benches by the stream near Cascade Road as a "halfway point" (below).

Is Warwick's New Trail Accessible for Everyone?

The trail is wide and clearly marked, and the Town of Warwick says that the trail should be accessible for most residents. A steep hill, however, may be difficult for some hikers, and the trail, which is not paved, is not suitable for adventurers in strollers or wheelchairs.

How Long Is Warwick's New Hiking Trail, and Who Can Use It?

The new trail is two miles long. An important detail, however, is that this trail is not a loop, meaning that a "round trip" hike will total four miles. The trail is open to hikers and well-behaved, leashed dogs.

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The trail, which can also be accessed at 41 Cascade Rd, is now open to the public. Check out more trails to enjoy in the Hudson Valley below, including the best options to enjoy while Dutchess County's famous Breakneck Ridge is under construction.