With some beautiful summer weather this September, we decided to visit the Hannacroix Ravine, a Nature Conservancy Preserve. It is located in Clarksville, NY, off Cass Road, and we had no problems finding the preserve using the directions on the Nature Conservancy website and Google Maps. There are signs along the road and a small parking lot that holds two cars.
* Note that the Hannacroix Ravine is different from the Hannacroix Preserve in New Baltimore, NY.
We started off at the trailhead. There isn’t much of a kiosk at the beginning of the trail, so I recommend printing a copy of the trail map before you come or having a copy on your phone.
The trail meanders through woods; some evergreen and others with a mix of deciduous trees that were starting to turn beautiful autumn colors. Most of the trail is fairly flat – there isn’t much as far as elevation or intensity, which makes it good for kids. And good for my knees!
There isn’t a whole lot to do as far as exploring until you come to the creek.
We had fun checking out the creek and wandering both up and downstream.
We found some fish, newts, crayfish, and more.
Once we had explored the creek for a while, we actually went back the way we came. If you continue on the trail, it will go in a loop and come out on the road (Cass Hill Road). While it is not a particularly busy road, you do have to walk along the road for a bit to get back to the trailhead parking lot. The full loop is approximately 2.5 miles.
Visit the Hannacroix Ravine website here.
Check out my other local hikes:
Albany Pine Bush, NY
Bozenkill Preserve, Altamont, NY (review coming soon)
Christman Sanctuary, Duanesburg, NY
Hannacroix Ravine Preserve, Voorheesville, NY
Hyuck Preserve, Rensselaerville, NY
Indian Kill Preserve, Schenectady, NY
Keleher Preserve, Voorheesville, NY
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY
Limestone Rise Preserve, NY
Moccasin Kill Sanctuary, Schenectady, NY
Thacher Park Indian Ladder Trail, Voorheesville, NY
Vosburgh Trails, Guilderland, NY
Wolf Creek Falls Preserve, Altamont/Knox, NY
Woodlawn Nature Preserve, Schenectady, NY
Hannacroix Ravine seems like a lovely and relaxing place to visit. The photos are wonderful.
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Looks like a beautiful place to go and explore nature. Tons of hiking or walking paths to enjoy
Looks like a nice place to hang out and enjoy nature for a bit. I don’t live near the NY area but I’ll have to check it out if I ever visit.
Omg this looks like such an amazing place to head to and hang out. I wish I lived closer to NYC because this looks amazing.
What a lovely outing! My girls are finally old enough to go on longer explorations and adventures like the one you took through Hannacroix. I know they’d get a kick out of hunting for little creatures too.
I think it’s really important that our kids get to spend time in Nature Preserves. This place is really nice for family activities!
That looks like a great place to get closer to nature. I’m sure your kids had fun!
You know, I live in New York and I have never heard of this place! It looks like such a fun spot to visit for the whole family, that’s the best part! Definitely worth looking into visiting it seems!
Exploring nature trails is one of my favorite activities to do with my kids. Hannacroix Ravine Nature Conservancy Preserve looks like a great place for a trek!
I love going down creeks and seeing all the different life that’s going on down there. It’s been a while though. I really should take my daughter soon.
This looks like such a relaxing spot. I’d go here to clear my head.
Hannacroix Ravine Preserve in Voorheesville, NY looks like such an amazing place to visit, I would love to check this out with my family.
It’s good to be out for once in a while and enjoy the preserves. This is such a good spot for relaxation
I truly love this kind of place, as a nature lover myself. This place is like heaven for me. The surrounding is good and everywhere you look is so mesmerizing. It’s definitely a great and fun activity for the family to enjoy.
I have never heard of Hannacroix Ravine Preserve in Voorheesville, NY but it looks awesome. It looks so peaceful!
It sounds like a great place to visit. My kids would enjoy exploring the creek and looking for wildlife there.
Hannacroix Ravine Looks like a very nice place to explore! We enjoy wood trails, my kids would enjoy checking out the creek!
Hannocroix Ravine looks like a beautiful place to explore. My friend lives in Watkins Glen NY and this place reminds me of the areas surrounding her town. Just beautiful!
This is so beautiful. I’m watching 1883, and for some reason, I thought of you. There are some gruesome parts, but the nature part is outstanding.
Great place! I can’t wait for warmer weather so we can go on hikes again.
I would really love to go to this really amazing and a wonderful place! Thanks for sharing this!
Looks like a beautiful nature walk to do with the kiddos!