Brooklyn Heights to Red Hook

6.5 miles · ~2 hours 6 minutes · 148 feet elevation gain

Top pick for summer showing off the best of Brooklyn's SW edge--following a mix of waterfront piers and neighborhood streets, technically ending in Carroll Gardens for return subway access. I recommend this one the most for 1) photographers and 2) those wanting to feel like they've "gotten away from New York"...without going that far. This somewhat-disconnected neighborhood is known for its breweries, distilleries, seafood, tucked-away parks, views of the Statue of Liberty, and key lime pies. The Southern edge houses several active warehouses (Amazon, Ikea, bus lots) and the Eastern side has some waste facilities and other public services that make it less pedestrian friendly - explore as you wish, but keep the turn-by-turn directions here as a reference for the best walking experience.