Little Red Lighthouse Swim

The Little Red Lighthouse swim is a 5.85 Mile swim from Clinton Cove (Pier 96), Hudson River Park at 56th Street to 165th Street, within view of the Little Red Lighthouse. This event's course has evolved over the years. This season we're swimming north, with the current, toward the Lighthouse. This event is named, of course, after the Little Red Lighthouse that sits under the GW Bridge on the Manhattan side of the Hudson river.

After the event, all racers, volunteers, and their friends are invited to join the NYC Swim staff at Coogan's Restaurant (Broadway at 169th Street) for an informal pay-as-you-go party.

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Race Day Info:

The Little Red Lighthouse Swim is one of our longer swim series events. Many participants ask whether or not we provide aid stations with water and/or nutrition along the course. It is impractical to set up a water station in the middle of the river, both because the currents make it very difficult for the swimmer to stop and collect anything and because it is hard for boats to hold their position to provide this type of assistance.

If you feel that you will need either water or fuel along the course, you should pack it with you on the swim. Some participants place gel packs or some other supplements in their suit or cap; some swimmers also attach water bottles to their bodies. It�s a good idea to practice your carrying method in advance.

Please remember that you are responsible for any bottles or other items that you carry with you into the water; do not pollute the waterways. There will be ample food and drink for swimmers and volunteers at the finish.

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Little Red Lighthouse Swim

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