Riparius, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Riparius, New York
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 Riparius, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Warren |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12862
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| Area code(s) | 518 |
| GNIS feature ID | 962541 |
Riparius is a small community called a hamlet in Warren County, New York. It is located in the beautiful Upper Hudson River Valley. Riparius is split between two different towns: Johnsburg and Chester.
What's in a Name?
Riparius was once known as Riverside. However, there were many other places in New York with the same name. To avoid confusion, the state decided to change it. They chose "Riparius" because it's a Latin word that means "Riverside"! It's a clever way to keep the original meaning.
All Aboard! The Tourist Train
Today, Riparius is the end point for the Upper Hudson River Railroad. This is a special tourist train that starts in North Creek. During the summer, visitors can enjoy a scenic ride to Riparius.
The train stops at the "Riverside Station". This station is very important! It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's a historic building that is protected because of its special past.
