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Albany Pine Bush Preserve, 3,200-acres in size, is a nature preserve offering more than 18 miles of trails, located at 195 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 in Albany County.
GPS Coordinates:
42.718694, -73.864771
From Pine Bush: "Picture a wide open landscape filled with dense shrubs, scattered pitch pines, openings of prairie grass and wildflowers all rooted in sweeping sand dunes. This is the Albany Pine Bush, also known as an inland pine barrens ecosystem. One of the largest of only about 20 other inland pine barrens worldwide, the Albany Pine Bush is globally rare. It was formed toward the end of the last Ice Age 12,000–15,000 years ago. At this time a large glacial lake stretched from present day Glens Falls, NY to Newburgh, NY. Over time, the water drained leaving behind the sandy deposits of the lake floor. These sandy soils now support the Albany Pine Bush ecosystem. A fraction of the original Albany Pine Bush ecosystem still survives today. This remaining area is divided by interstate highways, shopping malls, and industrial parks, and is threatened by further habitat loss."
Discovery Center
Have a wonderful experience hiking, discovering and enjoying nature, and photographing this beautiful preserve. Great place for kids of all ages. The Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center is the gateway to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, providing visitors with interactive exhibits and activities. The public is invited to explore the Preserve’s geologic and cultural significance, examine the plants and animals that live in this landscape, study Preserve management principles, and consider human impacts on this sensitive landscape.
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Things To Do at Pine Bush Preserve
Activities for children of all ages
Biking Trails (Mountain biking)
Bird Watching
Butterfly Watching
Discovery Center
Educational Programs
Educator's Resources
Gift Shop
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Hunting
Jogging
Nature Preserve offering trails & wildlife
Nature Study
Winter Activities
Cross-Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
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Albany Pine Bush is home to a diversity of unique species including the federally endangered Karner blue butterfly. Common mammals that you might see in the Preserve include: Deer, Coyote, Chipmunk, Opossum, Raccoon, Red Fox, and Fisher.
Be Prepared to enjoy the preserve.
Camera
Check for ticks
Daypack of essentials for time at the preserve.
Drinking water
Hiking boots
Map of trails
Rain gear
Snack foods
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Location: Albany
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Albany Pine Bush Preserve
