Trailways

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 locations 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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Champlain Canal Water Trail – Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor

Lock amenities, points of interest and advice for paddlers along the Champlain Canal
Address:
Greenwich, New York, United States 12834
Phone: (518) 237-7000
Website:
Email: erie_canal@nps.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
Phone: (518) 792-5363
Website:
Email: info@feedercanal.org

Champlain Canalway Trail

The Champlain Canalway Trail is a 62-mile multi-use trail extending from Waterford to Whitehall in northeastern New York. Sharing a footprint with the Empire State Trail and parts of State Bike Route 9, the route takes walkers and cyclists through a landscape rich with its agricultural and cultural heritage with many points of interest to explore along the way. The full length of the trail parallels the Erie Canalway National Heritage Water Trail with trailheads at water access points. The Empire State Trail is the largest network of multi-use trails in the United States. Stretching from New York City to Canada [...]
Website:
Email: ChamplainCanalwayTrail@gmail.com

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
Phone: 518 499-4071
Website:
Email: cnalparkwhitehall@gmail.com

Salem Art Works

Founded by Anthony Cafritz in 2005 on the site of a former dairy farm, Salem Art Works in beautiful upstate New York supports emerging and established artists dedicated to creating new, progressive work, and promotes understanding and appreciation of contemporary art within the region. Based upon this tenet, SAW offers opportunities in four focal areas:  cultural events, exhibitions, educational workshops, and artist programs. 
Address:
19 Cary Lane, Salem, NY, USA, Salem, New York, United States 12865
Phone: 518-854-7674
Website:
Email: info@salemartworks.org

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Learn The History Of Washington County

 

Washington County is rich with historic sites, museums and landmarks from Battle Hill in Fort Ann, a significant battle of the Revolutionary War, to the Fort House Museum in Fort Edward that exhibits hundreds of thousands of artifacts and exhibits that chronicle the history of Washington County.

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