New York Trailheads

Find local trails. Go outside.

All Upstate New York Trails

Here, you'll find listings of area trails where you can get outside with a bike or a good pair of hiking shoes. We also share tips for planning excursions and staying safe outside.

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Graphite Range Community Forest
Graphite Range Community Forest
Biking & hiking trails near former graphite mines
Colonie Town Park
Colonie Town Park
Walk through the woods & along the Mohawk River
The Crossings of Colonie
The Crossings of Colonie
Town park with trails, pond, playgrounds, & more
Bradley's Lookout
Bradley's Lookout
Easy hike to a view of Lake George
Adirondack Hiking Challenges
Adirondack Hiking Challenges
Ways to hike toward a goal in the ADK
Severance Hill
Severance Hill
Short climb to an overlook near Schroon Lake
Compass & Map
How to Navigate with a Compass While Hiking
Know how to use a compass to avoid getting lost
Swift Wetland Preserve
Swift Wetland Preserve
Marshy nature preserve across from Bethlehem High School
Capital Hills Golf Course
Capital Region Sledding Hills
Favorite spots for sledding in the Capital Region
Schuyler Flatts Cultural Park
Schuyler Flatts Cultural Park
Historically significant community park

Trail Map

Check out one of my favorite Adirondack trail guides.