These are some of the hikes we have done in the Capital Region of New York, up to about an hour away. These are great hikes for kids, as we hike as a family.
Ann Lee Pond Nature & Historic Preserve, Albany, NY
Art Omi, Ghent, NY (not hiking trails, but many acres to walk)
Ashford Glen Preserve, Schenectady, NY
Bennett Hill Preserve, Feura Bush, NY
Bozen Kill Preserve, Altamont, NY
Christman Sanctuary, Duanesburg, NY (Capital Region)
Dwaas Kill Nature Preserve, Clifton Park, NY (Capital Region)
Falling Waters Preserve, Saugerties, NY
Hannacroix Ravine Preserve, Voorheesville, NY (Capital Region)
High Falls Conservation Area, Hudson, NY (about 45 minutes from Albany)
Hollyhock Hollow Sanctuary, Selkirk, NY (Capital Region)
Hyuck Preserve, Rensselaerville, NY
Indian Kill Preserve, Schenectady, NY (Capital Region)
Keleher Preserve, Voorheesville, NY
Landis Arboretum, Esperance, NY (Capital Region)
Limestone Rise Preserve, Knox, NY (Capital Region)
Lisha Kill Natural Area, Niskayuna, NY (Capital Region)
Moccasin Kill Sanctuary, Schenectady, NY (Capital Region)
Overlook Mountain, Catskills, NY
Sanders Preserve, Town of Glenville, NY (Capital Region)
Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga, NY (Capital Region)
Schoharie Creek Preserve, Esperance, NY (approx. 1/2 hour west of Albany, NY)
Tawasentha Park, Guilderland, NY (Capital Region)
Thacher Park Indian Ladder Trail, Voorheesville, NY (Capital Region)
Thacher Park Hiking Trails, Voorheesville, NY (Capital Region)
Vosburgh Trails, Guilderland, NY (Capital Region)
Wolf Creek Falls Preserve, Altamont/Knox, NY (Capital Region)
Woodlawn Nature Preserve, Schenectady, NY (Capital Region)
Hannacroix Preserve
I am always on the lookout for great places to hike. My family is very active and we are always hiking when on vacation.
My Mom took us to the Catskills when I was young and unfortunately I don’t remember. These are great places to keep in mind now that I have a family and occasionally travel regionally.
I live in NYC so I have got to get up to the capital region this spring for one of these great hikes. My husband loves hiking and we can take my son.
Oh nice, I’ll keep these in mind if I’m ever in NY. I always enjoy gorgeous hikes!
Wow, so many places to hike! I would love to visit NY soon and visit some of these spots.
Such a great list. This is so helpful for those who hikes regularly.
I took my oldest on her first hike last summer! Next year my youngest will be walking and ready! Can’t wait to check out some of these spots!
That’s a lot of hikes you and your family did. I have not tried hiking before. I don’t think I have the stamina. LOL.
That place is so beautiful, and it feels so relaxing to be there.
Such a great place to have a great time with family.
I wish my kids enjoyed hiking more. They complain too much which ruins it for me.
Wow, its very beautiful there. My oldest daughter likes hiking and I want to find one that perfect for us to walk. Thanks for posting!
This is a killer hiking spot. I would love to check this spot out.
Oh wow! This is so much fun! I want to go on hikes with my family, too! I can’t wait to visit these spots.
We just went on a hike yesterday in our area here in Florida. Thanks for the list in case we head up north.
We hike as a family too. We have a lot of fun all together. Thanks for these suggestions!