Hiking Trails

Take yourself on an adventure on one of our many trailways.

Washington County has the trails of your hiking, biking, snowmobiling, and skiing dreams. Some trails feature both suburban and rural scenery while others highlight the beauty of Upstate New York. Looking for trails during the winter months for snowmobiling or skiing? We’ve got those too! We have several trails and snowmobiling clubs that ride all over. Check out all our trails and see which one excites you!

Hike, Bike, or Paddle Along the Empire State Trail

The 750-mile trail passes through Washington County via the Champlain Canalway Trail, which runs from Waterford to Whitehall. Bicyclists and hikers can explore New York State’s extraordinary experiences, people, and places. Plus, you can hit the water and paddle your way along the route, too!

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Dolph Pond State Forest – NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation

Dolph Pond State Forest is 726 acres of former Finch property that has been managed for forest products for over a half century. The logging history of the property can be seen in skid trails that allow access all over the property. Streams, hemlock and hardwood forests, and ample wildlife make this a wonderful spot for hiking, wildlife and scenic viewing, seasonal permitted hunting and primitive camping. Visitors may hear occasional blasts from nearby mine sites while on the property. All activities are accessed from the parking area at the end of the right-of-way (ROW) off Dolph Pond Road.

Address:

Dolph Pond Road, Whitehall, NY, USA 12827

Phone: (518) 623-1200

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Buck Mountain – Lake George Wild Forest

Easy to challenging hiking trail 1.2 loop to 6.6 mile to summit, snowshoeing, connecting trail to Innman Pond Trail. Open dawn to dusk.

Address:

1750 Pilot Knob Rd, Kattskill Bay, NY 12844, Katskill Bay, New York, United States

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Phone: (518) 402-9405

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Email: landsforests@dec.ny.gov

Battenkill State Forest

Hiking, at large primitive camping, paddling, fishing, seasonal hunting and trapping with permits, wildlife viewing, hand boat launch, 2 parking areas

Address:

Route 313 Jackson, NY USA, Jackson, New York, United States 12816

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Phone: (518) 623-1200

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Email: info.r5@dec.ny.gov

Skenesborough Waterfront Community Park

We host various events on the waterfront. The site offers indoor and outdoor pavilions with fire pit for rent. The park offers electric and water and showers free of charge,donations accepted.

Address:

Skenesborough Drive, Whitehall, NY, USA, New York, United States 12887

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Phone: 518 499-4071

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Email: cnalparkwhitehall@gmail.com

Lauderdale Park

Washington County's public park on Lake Lauderdale. 2021 Schedule June 26th - September 6th open 7 days a week Hours Picnic Area and Beach: 11am – 7pm (lifeguards on duty at this time) Park Features Basketball, volleyball, horseshoes, swings and nature trails, swimming. Canoes and Kayaks permitted. General Admission: $2/car (parking fee) ***SPECIAL: $20 season pass***

Address:

2642 State Route 22, Cambridge, NY, USA 12816

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Phone: 518-746-2451

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Email: mjones@washingtoncountyny.gov

Feeder Canal and Five Combined Locks Park and Bike Trail

bike, hiking and picnic spots, leads to destination in Glens Falls, including public parks and swimming in the Hudson River

Address:

72 Maple Street, Hudson Falls, NY, USA, The Silos - Feeder Canal Alliance, Hudson Falls, New York, United States 12839

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Phone: (518) 792-5363

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Email: info@feedercanal.org

Hudson Crossing Park – The Canal Trail

The island that Hudson Crossing Park is centered on is created by the Hudson River and Champlain Canal. As you enter the park you drive past Champlain Canal Lock 5, where, if you're lucky enough to see it in use, boats are lifted 19 feet up to the elevation of the Hudson River in an artificial channel. This is also the site of a historic junction lock, which, while no longer in operation, is still a very interesting peek into the history of the Champlain Canal. Just north of the lock on the west side of the channel are floating [...]

Address:

Co Rd 42, Schuylerville, NY 12871, USA

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Phone: (518) 350 7275

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Email: info@hudsoncrossingpark.org

Alfred Z. Solomon Grassland Viewing Area – Grassland Bird Trust

Friends of the IBA’s Alfred Z. Solomon Grassland Bird Viewing Area offers premier bird viewing year-round. The handicapped accessible viewing area is located at 160 County Route 42 in the Town of Fort Edward. site is a known “hot-spot” for wintering raptors such as Short-eared owls, Snowy owls and Rough-legged hawks. Northern harriers and Red-tailed hawks hunt the fields year-round. Look for grassland songbirds such as Bobolinks, Eastern meadowlarks and Savannah sparrows during the breeding season from May to August. American kestrels nest nearby and can be seen much of the year.

Address:

160 County Rd 42, Fort Edward, NY, USA, Fort Edward, New York, United States 12828

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Phone: (518) 499-0012

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Black Mountain – Lake George Wild Forest – DEC

hiking, walking, nature trips, Lake George views and birding; dogs on leash, snowmobile, horses, bikes as defined in UMP plan; lean to and observer cabin 7.7 mile loop trail rated moderate; parking at trail head; summit tower Dawn to Dusk

Address:

Pine Brook Road, Clemons, NY 12819, Clemons, New York, United States

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Phone: (518) 402-9405

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Email: landsforests@dec.ny.gov

Cambridge Community Forest

In partnership with local community members, the Agricultural Stewardship Association is working to create the Cambridge Community Forest on a 140-acre wooded property in the Town of White Creek, at the edge of the Village of Cambridge. The property is owned by ASA and is managed for public use, including: Trails for walking, hiking and snowshoeing Fishing on the White Creek and bird watching Outdoor educational programs Demonstration site for sustainable forestry practices

Address:

Cambridge Community Forest, Rockside Drive, Cambridge, NY, USA, Cambridge, New York, United States 12816

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Phone: (518) 692-7285

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