I have wanted to hike the Vroman’s Nose trail for quite some time now. Located in Middleburgh, NY, this hike is known for its wonderful views overlooking the Schoharie Valley.
For us, the drive was about 35-40 minutes, and it was easy to find with Google Maps.
There is a sign to direct you to the parking lot.
There is a decent size parking lot, but I have heard of it being full on nice days.
This hike is only about 1.8 miles, with much of it being on steep terrain. There is a small trailhead with some information.
We went in November, and there were a lot of muddy sections.
There were also a lot of leaves on the trail, which made it a bit slick on the dry leaves.
You will also want to watch your step as there are many roots.
The trail is a loop, and it was very easy to follow, and there are trail markers as well.
The top of the trail has wonderful views, and different sections to enjoy the view.
The main area is also known as “The Dance Floor”.
It is a decent sized area, and I noticed some old dates in it.
The scenery is beautiful, but the ledge may not be for the faint of heart if you don’t like heights!
The trip back down to the parking lot was easy, although it was slippery with all the leaves.
Overall, a quick and easy hike with great views!
We decided to do another hike afterwards, so we opted to visit Thacher Park. Surprisingly, there are not many nearby hikes.
Check out our posts on other Capital Region hikes here.
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This looks like a great hiking trail. I wish I lived closer to I could visit.
It is so pretty there! I would love it for photoshoots. I’d stay away from that ledge though. I am terrified of heights.
This looks like a great place for a hike. It has so many nice views.
Looks like a nice hike with a very lovely view!
What a nice hiking spot. I know a friend who’s in that area that could go there! I’m sure she’d love the view and journey with her family.
This is very a relaxing place to go. What a breathe taking view.
Vroman’s Nose in Middleburgh, NY, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored! The picturesque landscape and scenic beauty of this natural wonder make it a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts.
It looks so lovely there. I love the mixed terrain, perfect for a nice peaceful hike. The view from the ledge is amazing although there is no way you’d get me that close.
These views off Vroman’s Nose are beautiful, sometimes when you’re out of the city it’s hard to believe you’re still in New York since this isn’t the kind of scenery people typically think of when they hear about the state.
I can just imagine how much fun the whole family would have visiting this place! Thanks for sharing
That looks like a beautiful trail with great views.. Love that Dance Floor!!
wow! What a special and beautiful place! I would like to discover it one day!
Wow! what beautiful views from above! It’s a lovely thing to do/place to fo with the family together.
My Goodness! These pictures are so amazing. The hiking trail looks so good!
I am for sure going to add this to my hiking list of places to visit. It looks really Coll and what gorges views!
Planning a family hike, and your insights will definitely come in handy. Also, it’s awesome that you explored another hike at Thacher Park afterward! Can’t wait to check out your other Capital Region hike recommendations.
I wish we had cool hiking trails like this where I live. We have trails but they are mostly walking trails along the trinity river, through neighborhoods, or something like that. The views are beautiful.