The 7 Stages Stage 1. The Islands — Rip Van Winkle Br. to Kingston Rhinecliff Br. Distance: 18.3 miles Meeting Location: Public Dock Catskill Point, Catskill Finish Location: Roundout Creek Maritime Museum, Kingston Highlights: Cementon, Saugerties Lighthouse, small islands, mostly narrow and rural. Stage Record: 4hr:31m Recommended Pace: 30 mins per mile Water Temp.: 66 … Continue reading 8 Bridges Hudson River Swim Event Info