The Western Turnpike Golf Course is a nice place in Guilderland to go for a walk on the paths. We learned about the walking paths from a friend, and the golf course has been a convenient and relaxing place to visit. You can go in the spring, before the golf course opens up, or other times when the golf course is not in use. The golf course is owned by the Town of Guilderland, and in addition to golfing, they offer banquets, winter cross country trails, and more.
While the walking paths are not the same as the cross country trails, this map (from the golf course Facebook page) gives you a little bit of an idea of what the golf course is like as far as layout and distances. We calculated how far we went on the paths (again, not the same as the cross-country trails), and I believe the distance was about 4 miles. Because there are so many paths and looks, you can do different distances and combinations.
Note that there is no walking when the golf course is open (screenshot from the Town of Guilderland Website).
The entrance to the golf course is right on Western Ave in Guilderland, and is easy to find.
There is a long road that goes to the clubhouse area. There are plenty of parking spots.
Most of the golf course is flat, with some hillier areas. There are plenty of scenic areas including ponds, wooded areas, old willow trees, and more.
We have also seen a variety of wildlife here, including a variety of birds, geese, ducks, and deer.
The paths are a nice option, especially in the spring when many trails are quite muddy.
Part of the trail system backs up to Tawasentha Park, also a nice place to walk around.
Check out Western Turnpike Golf Course website at https://www.westernturnpike.com/
Check out my other Capital Region Hikes here.
Other nearby hikes:
Bozen Kill Preserve, Altamont, NY
Christman Sanctuary, Duanesburg, NY
Tawasentha Park, Guilderland, NY
Thacher Park Indian Ladder Trail, Voorheesville, NY
Thacher Park Hiking Trails, Voorheesville, NY
Vosburgh Trails, Guilderland, NY
Winn Preserve, Altamont, NY
Wolf Creek Falls Preserve, Altamont/Knox, NY
About the Author: Marysa
Busy blogger and mom of two girls! We love traveling and the great outdoors, and are always looking for our next adventure!
This looks like a pretty golf course! I don’t golf, but I’d just go here to admire the scenery on the walking paths.
Those photos are so pretty! I’ve never golfed before but I’d still love to go there, haha 🙂
This is a trail that I would enjoy walking on. My son lives in NY so I need to tell him about this.
I wish we had a place to go walking like this trail. We do have a nature center but the trails are very long. I have mobility issues and can’t walk too far at a time.
The golf course and paths look so picturesque. It’s good you have a number of path options to choose from. It always helps to have plenty of parking available.
I love walking so much and walking near these beauties make me so happy! Thanks for sharing it!
Power walking is my thing. This trail looks wonderful. But I wish this trail was never me. Which makes me really happy thanks for sharing it.
Golf courses are generally so pretty, and this one is no exception. I’m glad it is open for walkers at least part of the time!
Looks like a nice place for a stroll, I love that when golf isn’t going on that they let everyone enjoy the paths.
I like that you included the map too. It makes it easier to guide my friends and I when we visit.
Some of the reasons why I love going with the hubs to the golf course are the wildlife and the relaxing and beautiful views. I also enjoy myself walking while he’s busy trying to hit the ball. LOL.
This is so beautiful, I would love to spend a few hours there just to relax and have a nice quiet time.
The place is lovely. I would love to take a walk there, it looks very relaxing.
That view looks absolutely amazing, and just thinking about walking while seeing that is just literal seratonine.
That’s good that most of the course is flat so it’s a bit more comfortable to walk around. Looks like a lovely spot for a walk x
Looks like a great place for the family to walk.
What a beautiful location to spend the day and I love being outdoors as much as possible! I appreciate you sharing and will have to check this out when we visit my oder daughter 🙂
That’s such a beautiful location to play golf and walk around. It’s perfect place
This looks like such a beautiful and relaxing walking trail, my pups would really love it too! Such a great option for those that like a pretty setting when getting their exercise!