The Hudson River Waterfront Walkway starts at Exchange Place in Jersey City and travels north to the George Washington Bridge in about 10.5 linear miles. All along the waterway are artifacts from the waterfront's past as a hub of intermodal transport and oddities of its new role as a financial center and high-end residential living. The HRWW is the easternmost section of the Liberty Water Gap trail, which eventually will create a hike and bike friendly path across New Jersey. Depending on the weather and time of day, the Walkway is crowded with joggers, workers taking a stroll, or mothers pushing strollers. You will need to watch for muggles at all times!
This is a great series to do on a bike. If you do not have one, you can rent a CitiBike near the Exchange Place PATH station near the southern end of the series or the Newport PATH station at the northern end.
This propeller was recovered from Harsimus Cove when it was dredged about 20 years ago. You can see the manufacturer and date it was cast on the underside. It now stands as a monument to the bygone time when Jersey City was a bustling port city, taking cargo from ship to train. It was also come in handy from shielding you from muggles.