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Hudson River

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A beautiful view of the Hudson River from One World Observatory, showing city piers, shoreline, and bridges.

The Hudson River

The Hudson River is a long and beautiful river in New York. It starts in the Adirondack Mountains at a small lake called Henderson Lake and flows all the way to New York Bay, where it meets the Atlantic Ocean. Along its path, it forms the border between New York and New Jersey.

Many Indigenous groups, like the Munsee, Lenape, Mohawk, and Haudenosaunee, lived near the river long ago. It was later named after Henry Hudson, an explorer who sailed down the river in 1609.

The Hudson River has inspired many artists and writers. It also helped people travel and trade with canals like the Erie Canal. Today, the river is cleaner, and people can even see fish like sturgeon in its waters again.

Images

Map showing the area drained by the Hudson River and its tributaries.
Map showing the Hudson and East Rivers in New York City
The Hudson River flowing out of Henderson Lake in New York.
A beautiful bird’s-eye view of the Hudson River as seen from the Walkway Over the Hudson footbridge in New York.
A beautiful 19th-century painting showing a sunny morning on the Hudson River, featuring rolling hills and a peaceful landscape.
A beautiful 1866 painting showing a peaceful view of the Hudson River by artist Robert Havell Jr.
A historic canal lock in Amsterdam, New York, showcasing important water management infrastructure.
A historic view of the Hudson River and the Hudson River Railroad, showing the beautiful landscape along the river.
The George Washington Bridge spanning the Hudson River in New York.
Colorful hot air balloons soaring above the Hudson River during a festive balloon festival.

Related articles

River
Adirondack Mountains
Atlantic Ocean
Lenape
Erie Canal
Sturgeon

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