New York

The Kaaterskill Rail Trail begins near Haines Falls, New York heading toward North and South Lake. The trail is set in a gorgeous forest, and is used for hiking, trail running, and birding trips. The trail provides exceptional views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, forests, and towns. 

Shequaga Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Montour Falls, New York.

This scenic out-and-back hike in Letchworth State Park takes you through forested gorge rim views, up toward the iconic Inspiration Point overlook, and down into the gorge for a dramatic view of Lower Falls on the Genesee River. What You’ll See & Experience The trail follows the Gor...

Ithaca Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Ithaca, New York.

Park at the Moss Cliff Parking area on Route 86 and cross the road to the trailhead for Copperas Pond. Make a short but steep approach to Notch Mountain Slabs, taking a left when the trail appears to split. The immediate face has four single pitch climbs, but skirting the face to the left brings ...

Ridgewood Reservoir is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near New York City, New York.

Potter's Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Ithaca, New York.

Looking for ice skating a bit more off the beaten path? Try Mirror Lake! Open 24/7! The best place to start is at the south end of the lake where you can also find a nearby shop to rent skates if you don't have them. If you do not feel like going on the 2 mile loop around the lake, you can stick ...

The Northwest Central Park Loop in New York City offers a scenic, family-friendly experience through some of the park’s quieter sections. The loop features well-maintained paths, stunning views of the surrounding nature, and landmarks like the Reservoir. It’s perfect for walking, jogging, or ca...

From the parking area, follow the trail from the back of the parking area. Very quickly you will hike up to a trail register. The trail is mostly flat with a few inclines and is very well beaten. There are also yellow plastic trail markers to keep you on track. After 1.4 miles you'll reach the ju...

Layman's Monument and Kaaterskill Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you to one of New York's tallest waterfalls at 231 feet and to the historical monument for Frank D. Layman, who passed away in 1990 while fighting a forest fire. This trail is located near Haines Falls, New York.

Brooklyn Bridge Walk is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near New York City, New York.

The hike around Nick's Lake is a gentle, beautiful hike near the resort town of Old Forge, New York. Park for free at the Bisby Road Trailhead, or cut two miles off the route and pay to park at Nick's Lake Campground ($10 per car). If you start from Bisby Road, sign in at the trail register then...

Azure Mountain Firetower is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Saint Regis Falls, New York.

Cascadilla Falls (9 falls) is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Ithaca, New York.

Join the thousands of people who cross the GWB each day, but do it by foot! This is an easy walk with beautiful views of the New York City skyline. You will begin seeing signs for the bridge bike path at Ft. Washington St. & E. 177th St., which you follow for a few blocks until you begin asce...