Pier 26

Free kayaking for 30 minutes in the summer. You'll be limited to a small area where you can row, but you can't beat the view of the river and One World Trade. Perfect for a quick workout!

Free summer kayaking.
Nice view of Battery Park city and WTC tower.

Complimentary lockers and locks; life vests are worn, but in reasonable condition.
Some fun inflatables creatures to delineate the kayak borders.

Crowded after work on a Friday (6pm), but don't have to wait long.
They have a couple of changing rooms nearby.

Quaint lush new area in the West Side. Enjoyed new bands shows, the people here and the vibrant of life and atmosphere.
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From their web site, Hudson River Park, "the longest waterfront park in the United States, has transformed five miles of decaying piers and parking lots along Manhattan's West side into a beloved, urban recreational paradise."

Pier 26 is a welcome addition to the sprawling Hudson River Park, located right next to...you guessed it - pier 25. Open for events, but still under construction, Pier 26 has been home to a handful of concerts that we were able to enjoy during our beach volleyball games right next door.

A few of us took a walk over to further explore, and saw them setting up a large dog park, some environmental habitats, a boathouse, and a restaurant. I'm assuming that once the pier is completely finished, they probably won't host concerts; all that foot traffic works best on the concrete that's there right now.

As a frequent visitor to Pier 25, I'm continuing to watch the ongoing development from right next door, and look forward to the soon-to-be-finished Pier 26!

I saw one of the last concerts here. My favorite band, OneRepublic with Mayor Hawthorne and it was a blast. Beautiful sunset and it wasn't too crowded. Went late into the evening. Was not to cramped but it was crowded. Worth it on a summer or spring night! Super fun!