Roosevelt Island Tramway – Southpoint Park loop from 39th Avenue

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Roosevelt Island Tramway – Southpoint Park loop from 39th Avenue

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Roosevelt Island Tramway – Southpoint Park loop from 39th Avenue

00:55

8.90km

30m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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Includes movable bridges

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After 2.17 km for 137 m

After 6.56 km for 137 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.57 km

View of Manhattan from Roosevelt Island Greenway

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Along the water of the East River on Roosevelt Island, especially in the evening at sunset you have a very nice view of Manhattan.

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3.68 km

Roosevelt Island Tramway

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Great views of Manhattan

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3.71 km

View of Queensboro Bridge from Roosevelt Island Tramway

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The Queensboro Bridge was the first road connection between Manhattan and Queens and initiated the rapid development of the previously largely rural borough of Queens.
50 people died during the construction. The bridge opened to traffic on March 30, 1909. Its cost was $20 million (about $619,000,000 in today's value).

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4.03 km

Roosevelt Island Historical Walk

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Every year there is a cherry blossom festival on the island

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4.53 km

Southpoint Park

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Southpoint Park is located at the southern tip of Roosevelt Island in the East River. This park offers a grassy preserve with stunning views of Manhattan and a unique historical site: the Renwick Smallpox Hospital Ruin. This decaying structure is considered one of New York City's most haunted locations and is a popular destination with paranormal enthusiasts. Even if you are not into chasing ghosts, there are numerous spots to sit and take in the iconic city skyline or walk to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park, which is just below Southpoint Park. You can easily reach Southpoint Park by taking the F train or the Roosevelt Island Tram and then walking about 10 minutes south along the waterfront.

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