Going Coastal maps the New York City water trail providing opportunities for kayakers, rowers and canoeists to enjoy city waters to show residents and visitors that great water recreation is available close to home. The NYC Water Trail Map and Guide supports a growing regional and East Coast water trail system to promote appreciation, conservation and protection of the coast's unique natural resources. The map provides a useful planning tool for anyone who wants to explore the world's greatest natural harbor from sea level.

Going Coastal first introduced a map charting 28 access points in 2008. This year, the NYC Water Trail Map has double the number of launches.

You can request a quantity of free maps for your club by emailing info (@) goingcoastal.org or to request a single map: send stamped ($.64) self-addressed, #10 envelope to Going Coastal, 230 Sackett Street 2L, Brooklyn, NY 11231.

The map is also available at NYC Parks, Gateway National Parks, Brooklyn Bridge Park and Hudson River Park. Area paddling and rowing programs also offer the  free map. It can be downloaded by clicking on the map image above.

Going Coastal created the map and guide in partnership with Hudson River Park Trust, and the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, the NYC Department of Environmental Protection,and the NYC Economic Development Corporation as part of the Waterfront Vision and Enhancement Strategy (WAVES).