New York
Looking for the best hiking in New York? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around New York. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Hiking Spots in and near New York
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Orwell, New York
Salmon River Falls Lower Dam Trail
5.0The Salmon River Falls Lower Dam Trail in upstate New York is a short but rewarding hike leading to the base of the 110-foot Salmon River Falls. This scenic trail offers stunning views of the gorge, cascading water, and the surrounding forest. It’s part of the Salmon River Falls Unique Area, ma...Read more -
Copake, New York
Bash Bish Falls from Taconic State Park
1.53 mi / 167 ft gainBash Bish Falls from Taconic State Park is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Copake, New York. Swimming is not permitted at Bash Bish Falls.Read more -
Long Lake, New York
Buttermilk Falls
0.17 mi / 36 ft gainButtermilk Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Long Lake, New York.Read more -
New York, New York
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir Running Path
5.01.68 mi / 69 ft gainJacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir Running Path is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near New York City, New York.Read more -
Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn Bridge Walk via Brooklyn
4.71.12 mi / 0 ft gainWalking the Brooklyn Bridge from the Brooklyn side is a rewarding experience that blends history, architecture, and stunning views of New York City. Start your journey at the pedestrian entrance near Cadman Plaza, which is easily accessible by subway (Court Street or High Street stations). The br...Read more -
Briarcliff Manor, New York
Hike Kate Kennard Trail
1.8 mi / 140 ft gainIf you’re in the town of Briarcliff and looking for an easy local trail to try out, Kate Kennard Trail is good for getting in a quick run or walk. It’s a straight line path the whole way. You’ll know you’ve reached the end of the path when you see a sign that marks the beginning of a road leading...Read more -
Beacon, New York
Hudson Highlands Overlook Trail
3.29 mi / 1017 ft gainHudson Highlands Overlook Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Beacon, New York.Read more -
Bolton Landing, New York
The Pinnacle via Red Trail
5.02.06 mi / 541 ft gainThe Pinnacle via Red Trail is a great, easy hike with views of Lake George, near Bolton Landing, NY. There is a small parking lot at the trailhead with overflow cars parking alongside the street. This hike is along an out-and-back trail that is a little over 2 miles total and full of beautiful ...Read more -
Fabius, New York
Spruce Pond
4.46 mi / 636 ft gainSpruce Pond is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Fabius, New York.Read more -
Albany, New York
Blueberry Hill West Red and Yellow Trail
1.37 mi / 52 ft gainBlueberry Hill West Red and Yellow Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Albany, New York.Read more -
Pleasantville, New York
Swan Lake Loop
5.01.37 mi / 85 ft gainSwan Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Hawthorne, New York.Read more -
Albany, New York
Blueberry Hill East
1.73 mi / 59 ft gainBlueberry Hill East is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Albany, New York.Read more -
East Nassau, New York
Kinderhook Creek
5.01.62 mi / 308 ft gainKinderhook Creek is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Stephentown, New York.Read more