Walking Trail Guide
Garrison Institute
14 Mary’s Way Route 9D
Garrison, NY 10524
The Garrison Institute is located directly off Route 9D in Garrison, New York, approximately 50 miles north of New York City. Major highways nearby include Interstate 84, Route 9, the Palisades Parkway and the Taconic State Parkway. We offer on-site parking for those who will arrive by car.
When using your car’s GPS, please use the address of the neighboring Highland Country Club at 955 Route 9D, Garrison, NY 10524 to guide you to the Garrison Institute’s entrance on 9D.
Preparing For A Retreat [PDF]
Traveling and Transportation [PDF]
Commuter Information [PDF]
Google map and directions to the Garrison Institute
When using your car’s GPS, please use the address of the neighboring Highland Country Club at 955 Route 9D, Garrison, NY 10524 to guide you to the Garrison Institute’s entrance on 9D.
Walking Path from Train Station to Garrison Institute
If you wish, you can walk from the Metro-North Railroad station in Garrison to the Garrison Institute. We would not recommend taking this trail during inclement weather or if you are carrying a larger bag or wheeled luggage.
1. This is the entry point to the path, just cross the train station parking lot. You will find it on your right, beyond the cars….
2. Stone marker to the path’s entryway with golden leaves during the autumn months.
3. Midway on the pathway, there’s a lovely wooden bridge that crosses a creek.
4. Continue across the bridge to meet the path.
5. Part of this trail is called Marcia’s Mile. It is dedicated to Marcia Favrot (1947-2002), a Garrison resident and benefactor of the arts.
6. Filtered light on a recent morning.
7. Past the gazebo nestled in the trees on your right, you will come to the lower field of the Garrison Institute.
8. Turn left and climb the steps to the monastery.
9. Along the stone steps, asters and Autumn Joy sedum during the spring bloom.