207th Street: North Terminal in Inwood, Manhattan

The 207th Street station is a subway station located in the Inwood neighborhood, at the northern tip of Manhattan, New York. It serves as the northern terminus for the A subway service, making it a vital station for residents and visitors to this area. Its location near Broadway and 207th Street makes it a key access point to northern Manhattan and its surrounding parks.

Connections and Services

The 207th Street station primarily refers to the IND Eighth Avenue Line station, although there is a separate IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line station very close by:

207th Street Station (IND Eighth Avenue Line)

• This station is the northern terminus of the IND Eighth Avenue Line of the New York City Subway.
• It is served by trains of the following service:
  • A (blue)
• Main entrance address: Vicinity of Broadway & 207th Street, New York, NY 10034

207th Street Station (IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line)

• This is a separate station, located nearby, belonging to the IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line of the New York City Subway.
• It is served by trains of the following service:
  • 1 (red)
• The entrances to this separate station are located at 207th Street and Tenth Avenue.

Although they are separate stations and do not form an interconnected complex, their proximity allows passengers to walk a short distance between them to transfer between the A and 1 lines.

Importance and Location

• The IND station is primarily located under Broadway, near the intersection with 207th Street, in the heart of Inwood.
• Its location makes it a key access point to destinations such as:

  • Inwood

    • Known for its extensive parks, including Inwood Hill Park, the only remaining natural forest in Manhattan.
    • A diverse residential neighborhood with a mix of local shops and restaurants.
    • Access to recreational facilities and views of the Hudson River and Harlem River.

  • Nearby Attractions

    • Inwood Hill Park: Offers walking trails, sports areas, and historical sites.
    • Dyckman Farmhouse Museum: A Dutch colonial-style farmhouse, the oldest remaining in Manhattan.
    • The Cloisters (accessible via bus or walking): A branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art dedicated to the art and architecture of medieval Europe, located in Fort Tryon Park.

  • Other Facilities

    • Proximity to the Broadway Bridge over the Harlem River.
    • Access to the 207th Street Yard, one of the main subway train maintenance and storage facilities.

History and Evolution

• The 207th Street station (IND line) was inaugurated on September 10, 1932, as part of the initial segment of the Independent Subway System (IND), the Eighth Avenue Line.
• Since its opening, it has served as the northern terminus for various Eighth Avenue Line services, primarily the A service.
• The station has maintained its importance as a key transportation hub for northern Manhattan.

Interesting Facts

• It is the northernmost station in Manhattan on the IND A line.
• It serves as a crucial connection point for Inwood residents traveling to the rest of Manhattan and other boroughs.
• Its proximity to the 207th Street Yard makes it significant from an operational standpoint for the subway system.