The Downtown Boathouse in Manhattan offers free access to the Hudson River as well as loaner kayaks, equipment, and instructions. Open throughout the days on weekends, some weeknights. Pier 26 - between Canal and Chambers Streets, Tribeca Pier 64 - at 24th Street, Chelsea There are also piers at: Pier 40 - the western end of Houston Street on the river side of the West Side Highway. Pier 96 - Clinton Cove Park (at 56th St.) 72nd St. - Riverside Park, approximately at 72nd St. Take the 72nd St. stairs into the park and follow the walkway to the river.
