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Hiking on Water Supply Lands

Hiking is not allowed at or around any of the New York City reservoirs, but a number of other City properties throughout the watershed are open for hiking. People must have a valid Access Permit in order to enter these areas and they must agree to abide by the following permit conditions. To print a complete copy of the current Interim Permit Conditions Governing Hiking on New York City Water Supply Lands, download this PDF file:

Rules for the Recreational Use of Water Supply Lands and Waters

See the List of Recreation Areas and Use Designations for areas available for hiking.

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