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12205, Pine Bush, nature preserve, trails, Albany, NY, Discovery Center, Things To Do, Activities for children, Biking, Bird Watching, Butterfly Watching, Educational Programs, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Nature Study, Winter Activities | Albany Albany Pine Bush Preserve

518-456-0655
  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." Albany Pine Bush Preserve | Albany  website and more . . .

12203, Park, playground, ice skating, walking path, lake views, Albany, NY, Things To Do at Buckingham Lake Park, Ice Skating, Lake, Nature Walk, Playground, Wading and Spray Pool, 
Walking Path | Albany Buckingham Lake Park

518-434-5699
  Buckingham Lake Park is located at Berkshire Blvd., Albany, NY 12203 in the Capital City. The park offers a lovely setting along the lake, a playground for toddlers, and a walking path. Buckingham Lake Park | Albany  more . . .

Mohawk Trail Bikeway, Niskayuna, Colonie, Cohoes, Watervliet, along the Hudson River to the Corning Preserve in the City of Albany, Things To Do at Mohawk Trail Bikeway, Biking, Birders, Hiking, Jogging, Nature Trail, Photographers, Skating | Albany Mohawk-Hudson Bike Path

518-783-2760
  The Mohawk Trail Bikeway, travels eastward along the Mohawk River from the Town of Niskayuna, through Colonie, Cohoes, and Watervliet, and along the Hudson River to the Corning Preserve in the City of Albany.

"The first leg of the Mohawk Trail Bikeway, a 5.5 mile section constructed on the abandoned New York Central Railroad bed, stretches along the Mohawk River westward from the Town Park to the Niskayuna town line. Locally, bicycling enthusiasts can travel eastward along the Mohawk River from the Town of Niskayuna, through Colonie, Cohoes, and Watervliet, and along the Hudson River to the Corning Preserve in the City of Albany.Historically, Colonie's Bike Path is the old right-of-way of the former Troy-Schenectady Rail-road. It was primarily a passenger line but was also a hauler of freight, such as straw, ice, and sugar beets from nearby farms. Just beyond the Niskayuna Town Line, about .3 of a mile, is the old Railroad Station which the Shakers helped to build so they could ship their brooms, seeds, canned goods and agricultural products across the country. Today, the path is used every season by joggers, bikers, walkers, skaters, birders, photographers, and nature lovers." Mohawk-Hudson Bike Path | Albany  website and more . . .

Mohawk-Hudson, Bike/Hike Trail, biking, hiking, walking trail, Things To Do, Bike/Hike Trail, Albany,Biking,Bird Watching,Churches,Educational,Hiking /Walking,Historic Mansions and Sites,
Museums,Nature Trail,Scenic,Skating,Water Falls | Albany Mohawk-Hudson Bike/Hike Trail - Albany to Cohoes Section

518-434-5699
  Mohawk-Hudson Bike/Hike Trail - Albany to Cohoes Section, offering a biking, hiking and walking trail is located north of Boat Launch At Huson River in Albany County.

For map and source of information visit D&H Canal Heritage Alliance

"If it were not for a few vantage points along the trail overlooking the City of Cohoes, you would be unaware of traveling through the river city at the confluence of the Mohawk and Hudson Rivers. Side trips to the historic mills, Cohoes Falls overlook, and other historic sites are enjoyable and educational. Mohawk-Hudson Bike/Hike Trail - Albany to Cohoes Section | Albany  more . . .

12206, Lake Preserve, Albany, NY, largest rural preserve in the City of Albany, largest urban parks, Things To Do, Biking, Bird Watching, Community Garden, Dog Park, Fishing, Hiking, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing | Albany Tivoli Lake Preserve

518-434-5699
  Tivoli Lake Preserve, 80-acres in size, is located at Livingston Ave. and Judson Street, Albany, NY 12206 in the Capital District. Tivoli Preserve is the largest rural preserve in the City of Albany; boasting one of the largest urban parks in the State, after Central Park in Manhattan and Tivoli Lake Preserve,

From Albany: "Located along the North side of Albany, close to the West Hill and Arbor Hill neighborhoods, this 80-acre park was established in 1975 by Mayor Erastus Corning II and the City of Albany's Common Council. The Tivoli Lake Preserve is home to many natural attractions. This includes a variety of different wildflower and animal species, trails for walking and running, and a lake for fishing and observing wildlife. The Patroon Creek, which is approximately 7 miles long, also flows through the Preserve." Tivoli Lake Preserve | Albany  website and more . . .

12203, park, Albany, NY, site seeing, bird watching, annual Tulip Festival, Things to Do in Washington Park, Bike paths, Birding, Concerts and Events, Fishing, Lakehouse amphitheatre, Picnicking, Playground, Statues & Monuments, Stocked pond | Albany Washington Park

518-434-4524
  Washington Park, 84-acres in size, offering picnicking, fishing, festivals, concerts and events, is located at 35 Willett Street at State Street, Albany, NY 12210 in the Capital District.

"Albany New York is a haven for outdoor activity, including strolling, jogging, picnicking, fishing, site seeing, bird watching, you name it. The park is also a year round hotspot for many popular special events, displays and concerts. Washington Park is among the most beautifully sculpted and well-maintained parks in the Capital Region. It contains over 100 species of trees, including intriguing bonsai trees as well as gigantic oaks. The annual Tulip Festival, one of Albany’s most celebrated and well-known events, finds its home each year in Washington Park." Washington Park | Albany  website and more . . .
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Hudson Highlands, Hudson River is an estuary, things to do in the Hudson Highlands, outdoor activities, fishing, boating, hiking, hike, Hikes, Things to Do, Birding, Bird Watching, Boat Rentals, Boating, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Historic Places | Albany Hudson Highlands

845-225-7207
  Click to enlarge photo of the Hudson Highlands.

Click to enlarge photo of the Hudson Highlands The sign reads:
"For much of its 315-mile course, the Hudson River flows straight and broad. But at the Highlands, the Appalachian mountain chain intersects the river to create a fifteen mile stretch of rugged, mountainous landscape. This area contains the river's narrowest and deepest points, as well as its fastest currents. The Hudson River is an estuary, a mixture of salt and freshwater, and the saltwater line extends just north of Beacon. The River is tidal all the way up to the Troy Dam above Albany." Hudson Highlands | Albany  website and more . . .

Long Path Trail 27 - 31: Hiking / Biking Northern Catskills

  Long Path Trail 27 - 31: Hiking / Biking Northern Catskills

"As the Long Path heads west and then north, the tall mountains of the Catskills are soon left behind; they become lower and lower until they are mere hills standing above the plain. Much of the trail now parallels the Schoharie Valley, an important route into the Catskills from points north. Early Dutch settlers made their homes here; there are many reminders of their past in the names of the places one passes. A major feature of the area is the reservoir complex maintained by the New York State Power Authority. In addition to hydroelectric power, the Schoharie Reservoir is a member of the great Catskill water reservoirs that supply distant New York City with clean drinking water." Long Path Trail 27 - 31:  Hiking / Biking Northern Catskills | Albany  more . . .

Long Path Trail 32 - 36: Hiking / Biking Capital District

  Long Path Trail 32 - 36: Hiking / Biking Capital District

"These northern sections of the Long Path slope down from the edge of the Catskills into the Mohawk River Valley. The hills of the western sections give way to gentle rises and falls shaped by glaciers and water punctuated by sharp cliffs of escarpments formed by tilted rock layers. Most of the lands have been settled for a long time and have remained productive farm or forest. Much of the trail passes through nature that has been coerced by civilization to behave in certain ways, either by being farmed for generations, or used as a managed forest for the supply of lumber." Long Path Trail 32 - 36:  Hiking / Biking Capital District | Albany  more . . .
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12023, Berne, NY 12023, Albany County, Wildlife Management Area, Helderberg Escarpment, scenic winter views of the Catskills, Things to Do, Birding, Fishing, Hunting, Trapping, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowmobile Trails, Snowshoeing | Albany Partridge Run Wildlife Management Area

  Partridge Run Wildlife Management Area is located in Berne, NY 12023 in Albany County.

Partridge Run Wildlife Management Area
"High on the Helderberg Escarpment, the trails at Partridge Run offer scenic winter views of the Catskills. Snowshoers, cross-country skiers, and snowmobilers travel through pine forests, past small lakes and streams. Some of the trails are part of the Long Path, a 343-mile trail from Fort Lee, New Jersey to Altamont, outside of Albany." Partridge Run Wildlife Management Area | Albany  website and more . . .
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Environmental Education Center, Delmar, NY, living museum, Boating, Camp on DEC Campgrounds, Fishing, 
Hiking, Nature and Animal Study, Hunting, Skiing | Albany Five Rivers Environmental Education Center

518-475-0291
  Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 450-acres in size, offering 10 miles of trails that are easy to moderate, is located at 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY in Albany County.

Five Rivers is a living museum comprising over 450 acres of broad fields, towering forests, and tranquil wetlands. Five Rivers offers people of all ages a rich variety of guided and self-guided opportunities to encounter nature directly. Stimulating interpretive programs and guided school lessons promote awareness, knowledge and appreciation of New York State's environment year 'round. With over 10 miles of trails for self-guided exploration, Five Rivers fosters discovery, spiritual refreshment and physical fitness through wholesome outdoor recreation. Five Rivers Environmental Education Center | Albany  website and more . . .

12054, Preserve, Delmar, NY, directions and more information about the Normans Kill Preserve, Things To Do at Normans Kill Preserve, Bird Watching, Dog Park, Hiking / Walking Trails, Scenic Views, Viewing Benches | Albany Normans Kill Preserve

518-434-5699
  Normans Kill Preserve, 46-acres in size, is located at Normans Kill Preserve East, 261-403 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY 12054 in Albany County.

From Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy: "The Normans Kill Preserves consist of three parcels that were obtained from Albany County in 2005 because of non-payment of taxes. The three parcels total 46 acres. They are on both sides of the year-2000 Delaware Avenue landslide; and include over a half-mile of the frontage on the Normans Kill in an area directly across from the City of Albany’s Stevens Farm." Normans Kill Preserve | Albany  website and more . . .
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12110, Landing Park, Latham, NY, Albany County, Mohawk Riverside Park, newest park, 12.3-acre passive park, Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Path, download park map, Things To Do at Mohawk Riverside Landing Park, 
Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Scenic Views | Albany Mohawk Riverside Landing Park

518-783-2760
  The Mohawk Riverside Landing Park, 12.3-acres in size, is located at 4071 River Road, Latham, NY 12110 in Albany County.

From Mohawk Riverside Park: "Colonie's newest park, Mohawk Riverside Landing Park, is located on River Road in Latham near the Niskayuna border. Constructed in 2013, this peaceful, 12.3-acre passive park connects to the Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Path and features scenic views, picnic tables, and restrooms. The park was built by the Town at the site of the former Latham Water Treatment Plant, which had been vacant for decades. Following demolition of the plant, the Town repurposed the site as a park, with new landscaping, plantings, trees, and parking." Mohawk Riverside Landing Park | Albany  website and more . . .
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12186, Indian Ladder Trail, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and snowmobiling, Things to Do, Biking, Hunting, Nature Trails, Picnic Tables,  Playground, Playing Fields, Winter Activities, Cross-County Skiing | Albany John Boyd Thacher State Park

518-872-1237
  Thacher State Park aka John Boyd Thacher State Park, is located at 1 Hailes Cave Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186 in Albany County and the Capital District of New York.

"Thacher State Park is situated along the Helderberg Escarpment, one of the richest fossil-bearing formations in the world. Even as it safeguards six miles of limestone cliff-face, rock-strewn slopes, woodland and open fields, the park provides a marvelous panorama of the Hudson-Mohawk Valleys and the Adirondack and Green Mountains. The park has volleyball courts, playgrounds, ball fields and numerous picnic areas with nine shelters that can be reserved. Interpretive programs are offered year-round, including guided tours of the famous Indian Ladder Trail. There are over 25 additional miles of trails for summer hiking and mountain biking, and winter cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and snowmobiling. John Boyd Thacher State Park | Albany  website and more . . .

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