New York (NY)

Hiking trails located in New York (NY) state in the United States of America (USA). New York landscape is opportunistic to many great hikes. Excellent hikes in the mountains of Catskills and Adirondacks region, Finger Lakes has some exquisite waterfalls, great views of Hudson and go through the pine barrens on Long Island. Each location has unique features making each hike unique and special on its own.

Hiking NY – Buttermilk Falls (Gorge, Bear and Lake Treman) – July 2020

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Buttermilk Falls State Park is located in the Finger Lakes region of upstate NY. It is easy to moderate, 4.52-mile hike with well-groomed trails. Features a heavily used swimming area at the base of the falls. The hike along the gorge has good views of the cascading falls along the hike up towards Lake Treman. Don’t wait till August or later to come here as the falls can dry up late into the season.

Trail summary is per current COVID-19 trail rules regulating the flow of hiker traffic one way around.

Featuring:

  • Lake
  • Waterfall
  • Picnic Area
  • Swimming Area
  • Wild Berries
  • Wild Flower

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Hiking NY – Taughannock Falls State Park – July 2020

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Today’s hike takes you to Taughannock State Park located in the Finger Lakes region of NY state. The Rim and Gorge trails make up an easy-moderate hike of 5.54 miles. The Rim Trail has nice views of the gorge and waterfall views from the top while the gorge trails allow you to experience the waterfall from the base.

There is an alternate shorter option to just hike the Gorge Trail which is an easy 2.25-mile hike for families to enjoy. Conditions permitting, walking on the river leading up to the Taughannock Waterfall is allowed.

Keep mind if you plan on walking over the river to take proper footwear. The walk on the river can be very slick, be sure to bring good water shoes and take your time staying safe.

Tauughannock waterfall is 215 feet tall that ultimately feeds into Cayuga lake.

Featuring:

  • Lake
  • Waterfall
  • Good Views
  • Picnic Area
  • Wild Berries
  • Wild Flower

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Hiking NY – Watkins Glen State Park Falls Trail – July 2020

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Watkins Glen Park Logo Overlooking Falls

Watkins Glen State Park falls trail is an easy, 3.02-mile hike that takes you along many waterfalls in the gorge. Has spectacular photo opportunities behind the falls and a great place to go with family as the trail is suitable for all ages. Unlike Buttermilk Falls and Taugannock Falls, there is no swimming or walk area on the water. With COVID-19, the park and trails are open but the trails are one way around the gorge. Come from Spring to Fall as the trails in the gorge are closed during the winter months.

This place tends to be very popular and crowded, come early to avoid the crowds.

Featuring:

  • Waterfall
  • Picnic Area
  • Wild Flower

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Hiking NY- Windham High Peak- June 2020

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Windham High Peak is an in-out trail of medium-difficult rating. The terrain is rather easy but does have steady elevation gains to the top keep your body working hard. The trail is 7.19 miles according to my Garmin tracker, even though the trail is rated at 6.6 miles (3.3 miles to peak).

This is a good trail late spring through fall, including summer as the tree cover keeps the trail cool. Winter through early spring has this trail covered in snow and ice and recommend staying away unless you come prepared with the proper equipment.

Featuring:

  • Stream

  • Good Views

  • Wild Flower

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Hiking NY – Lake Minnewaska to Lake Awosting – June 2020

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Minnewaska State Park Preserve is one of my favorite destinations within NY state. Has many gorgeous hiking trails, carriage ways for biking or simply picnicking by the lake. Today’s adventure is a hike to Lake Awosting via Castle Point and returning on Upper Awosting. This is a easy-moderate hike at 12.39 miles. This specific trail can be used for biking.

Park opens at 9am. During weekends, entrance is usually temporary closed by mid-morning for full parking and crowd control.

Featuring:

  • Lake
  • Stream
  • Good Views
  • Wild Berries
  • Wild Flower

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Hiking NY – Sterling Forest Bare Rock  and Sterling Ironworks – May 2020

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Moderate and fun hike at Sterling Forest State Park.  It is roughly a half-day hike at 8.38 miles. Leading up to the fire tower there is a decent hike up elevation, otherwise, it’s a fairly easy trail with some beautiful views. It’s particularly nice here during the fall.

Featuring:

  • Lake
  • Streams
  • Good Views
  • Fire Tower (Closed due to COVID-19)

  • Ruins (Sterling Ironworks)
  • Wild Flowers

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Hiking NY – Black Dome and Blackhead – May 2020

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All-day difficult 8.98 mile four peak hike located in Windham, NY, part of the Catskills region of New York. Be careful on the hike and bring along light weight crampons as there are dangerous icy sections on the north side of Blackhead Mountain.

Featuring:

  • Stream
  • Good Views
  • Wild Flower

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