Cooperstown, New York
Top Spots in and near Cooperstown
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Hubbardsville, New York
Paddle The Nine-Mile Swamp
5.0The best place to launch into the Nine-Mile Swamp is along side of Wickwire Road (off from State Route 12) not far beyond the RR Crossing. There is room here for about half a dozen cars. This is a great paddle for the whole family.From the Wickwire Road launch, you will be paddling upstream as yo...Read more -
Caroga Lake, New York
Kane Mountain Fire Tower
4.22.1 mi / 518 ft gainThe Kane Mountain fire tower is one of the more frequented Adirondack towers due to the ease of the trail and its proximity to so many Caroga Lake camping areas. The short hike is family friendly and available year round, part of the trail doubles as a cross country skiing trail in fact. Driving...Read more -
Gloversville, New York
Drive the Adirondack Trail Scenic Byway
3.0This scenic byway starts in Fonda, NY and travels along Route 30 to Malone, NY. The area described and pictured here is a 65 mile stretch from Mayfield to Indian Lake. Starting in Mayfield you will head north driving past the Great Sacandaga Lake. Continuing through the town of Hope you will dr...Read more -
Altamont, New York
Hike through the Wolf Creek Falls Preserve
3.03 mi / 200 ft gainOver 3 miles of trails provide access to all parts of the preserve, and end up winding through mixed terrain including a wetland, waterfalls, and old stone walls. The property crosses the Bozenkill Road at two points on either side of private parcels (with beautiful homes), so be vigilant there; ...Read more -
Schenectady, New York
Hike Plotter Kill Preserve
4.35.5 mi / 820 ft gainThere are a few entries into the preserve' however, this hike has you entering off of Mariaville Road. There is a kiosk here and you will enter on the Red trail. Shortly after you can go out and back on the Blue trail to view the Upper and Lower Falls from lookouts above. Once back to the Red t...Read more -
Windham, New York
Backpack the Catskill's Escarpment Trail
32.4 mi / 8000 ft gainThe Escarpment Trail runs the length of the Catskill Escarpment. The Escarpment rises steeply from the valley below forming the northeast corner of the Catskill Mountains. It offers great views toward the Adirondack Mountains to the north and the great Hudson River to the east. The trail is moder...Read more -
Voorheesville, New York
Hike the Indian Ladder Trail
4.53.5 mi / 200 ft gainThere are many parking areas within the park. Park at the overlook parking. From here you head west following the wood fence. This is the Cliff Top trail. Approximately after walking 0.5 miles you will reach the stairs that will lead you to the base of the cliffs. This marks the start of the...Read more -
Voorheesville, New York
Hike the Keleher Preserve Loop
2.03 mi / 1636 ft gainThe historic preserve is operated by the Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy, so trails are clearly marked and extremely well maintained. There are features of the original farm that the land was used for from the 18th Century, including hand-thrown stone walls and an old logging road that cuts throug...Read more -
Big Indian, New York
Hike to Balsam Mountain in the Catskills
5.4 mi / 2910 ft gainTimeline: Weekend, though can easily be done as an overnight trip or just a day hike Summary: Day 1: Hike to camp (0.7 miles, 340' elevation gain) Day 2: Hike to Balsam Mountain and back to camp (4 miles round-trip) Day 3: Relax & hike back to car (0.7 miles) Details: Park the car at McKinle...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Cooperstown
Richfield Springs, New York
Cooperstown KOA Journey
Cooperstown KOA is a quiet, pet-friendly retreat surrounded by farms. It's within 20 minutes of the Baseball Hall of Fame and many other ...
Herkimer, New York
Herkimer Diamond KOA Resort
They're beautiful, fun to find and the whole family can mine for them at the Herkimer Diamond Mines, part of this KOA Resort. Actually qu...
Franklin, New York
Unadilla / I-88 / Oneonta KOA Journey
You may hear frogs and crickets, but highway noises won't reach you at this KOA. Although close to I-88, it's tucked away in tranquil far...