York County trails

The Van Hoevenberg Trail to Mount Marcy is one of the most popular routes to summit New York's highest peak. The route offers a mix of forested sections, notable landmarks like the Marcy Dam and Indian Falls with its scenic views of the MacIntyre Range, and a thrilling rock-scramble to the summit as the…

Distance: 15.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,029 m • Maximum elevation: 1,612 m

The hike to South Beacon Mountain via the Casino Trail offers a memorable journey through scenic terrain and historic remnants. As you ascend, you’ll encounter views that stretch across the Hudson River, Hudson Highlands, and surrounding valleys, with several spots offering breathtaking panoramas. The trail…

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 418 m • Maximum elevation: 478 m

The Rim Trail and Gorge Trail Loop at Robert H. Treman State Park offers a scenic and immersive hiking experience through lush woodlands, rocky cliffs, and cascading waterfalls. As you walk the route along Enfield Creek, you'll encounter the dramatic Lucifer Falls, one of the park's most iconic sights, where…

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 303 m • Maximum elevation: 309 m

The Indian Trail in Watkins Glen State Park offers a more peaceful route compared to the park's main gorge trail. It meanders along the north rim of the gorge, providing distant views of the impressive rock formations and waterfalls like Rainbow Falls below. Notably, hikers will cross a suspension bridge,…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 150 m • Maximum elevation: 298 m

The hike to Anthony's Nose offers an excellent balance of moderate difficulty and breathtaking views. As you ascend, the trail winds through rocky paths, with occasional steeper sections, ultimately revealing spectacular overlooks of the Hudson River, Bear Mountain Bridge, and the surrounding hills​. Along…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 209 m • Maximum elevation: 265 m

The Indian Trail and Finger Lakes/North Country Trail Loop in Watkins Glen State Park showcases the park's diverse landscapes, from dramatic gorges to serene woodland paths. Hikers are treated to breathtaking views of the winding Glen Creek and cascading waterfalls, including the renowned Rainbow Falls,…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 232 m • Maximum elevation: 317 m

Marathon from Staten Island to Central Park. #Marathon #Running #City #Sea #River #Park #Atlantic #Ocean

Distance: 26.9 mi • Elevation gain: 389 m • Maximum elevation: 45 m

This loop provides a scenic hike with varied landscapes, beginning along the serene shores of Scarlet Oak Pond and climbing to viewpoints like Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge, where sweeping views extend across Bergen County and, on clear days, toward the New York City skyline. This trail is highlighted by its…

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 226 m • Maximum elevation: 250 m

The Millbrook Mountain and Gertrude’s Nose Trail Loop is a captivating hiking experience that showcases the rugged beauty of the Shawangunk Ridge. As you ascend, expect to be surrounded by ancient pitch pines and diverse flora, while the trail offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and…

Distance: 7.0 mi • Elevation gain: 306 m • Maximum elevation: 546 m

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 144 m • Maximum elevation: 353 m

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 161 m • Maximum elevation: 375 m

The Glen Creek Gorge Loop offers a captivating hiking experience through a stunning landscape of waterfalls, narrow gorges, and unique rock formations. As you traverse the Gorge Trail, highlights include the dramatic Sentry Bridge and the enchanting Cavern Cascade, where the trail actually takes you behind the…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 138 m • Maximum elevation: 297 m

The Storm King Mountain Loop is a rewarding, moderately challenging hike that brings scenic views and diverse terrain, making it popular among both locals and visitors to New York's Hudson Valley. The trail offers impressive vistas over the Hudson River, with sweeping views of the Catskill Mountains to the…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 170 m • Maximum elevation: 405 m

The Overlook Mountain hike in New York’s Catskill region is a rewarding journey blending natural beauty with historic intrigue. Hikers ascend through a steady, forested path leading to the eerie ruins of the Overlook Mountain House, an abandoned hotel whose concrete remains invite exploration and reflection.…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 422 m • Maximum elevation: 943 m

The Bull Hill Loop offers a scenic and varied hike, with diverse viewpoints over the Hudson River and surrounding highlands. The trail provides steady elevation that can be challenging, but hikers are rewarded with lookouts toward Storm King Mountain, the village of Cold Spring, and even the distant New York…

Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 426 m • Maximum elevation: 421 m

The hike along the Cascade Mountain Trail to both Cascade and Porter Mountains offers a rewarding experience with breathtaking views of the surrounding Adirondack peaks and Lake Champlain. The well-maintained trail features a gradual ascent with rocky sections that culminate in stunning panoramic vistas from…

Distance: 6.0 mi • Elevation gain: 668 m • Maximum elevation: 1,226 m

The Bear Mountain Loop offers an invigorating hike through diverse landscapes. Starting from the serene Hessian Lake, hikers will enjoy tranquil reflections of the surrounding nature before facing the rugged inclines of the Major Welch Trail, where stunning views of the Hudson River and Bear Mountain Bridge…

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 365 m • Maximum elevation: 392 m

The Kaaterskill Falls Trail offers a scenic journey through the lush forest of the Catskills, leading to breathtaking views of one of New York's tallest waterfalls. Hikers can enjoy multiple vantage points, including a well-maintained viewing platform, where the cascading water plunges dramatically into the…

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 114 m • Maximum elevation: 634 m

The Breakneck Ridge Loop is a thrilling hiking adventure, characterized by its steep ascents and exhilarating rock scrambles. Along the route, hikers are treated to spectacular panoramic views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains, particularly at the Flagpole area and other scenic points. The trail…

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 380 m • Maximum elevation: 364 m

This loop hike offers an invigorating blend of stunning vistas and diverse terrain. Hikers can enjoy sweeping views of the Hudson River and the New York City skyline, while navigating through a variety of landscapes, including rocky outcrops and serene forest paths. Notable features along the route include the…

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 316 m • Maximum elevation: 166 m

This loop offers a scenic hike through Ramapo Mountain State Forest, highlighting both historical ruins and natural beauty. Beginning near Ramapo Lake, the trail passes serene lakeside views, eventually ascending to the eerie remains of Van Slyke Castle, with its crumbling stone walls and overgrown vegetation.…

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 220 m • Maximum elevation: 267 m

The Eaton Canyon Waterfall hike offers an easy-to-moderate adventure with plenty of scenic variety, from open canyon views to cool creek crossings. The path winds through trees and rocky stream beds, leading to a refreshing waterfall perfect for a quick rest. It’s a delightful, family-friendly hike that…

Distance: 4.1 mi • Elevation gain: 228 m • Maximum elevation: 459 m

#Bike #Ontario

Distance: 670.1 mi • Elevation gain: 4,804 m • Maximum elevation: 209 m

#Bike #Montréal #NewYork

Distance: 396.2 mi • Elevation gain: 4,860 m • Maximum elevation: 301 m

Hike through famous places of Manhattan from Central Park to Battery Park. #Walk #Hiking #Manhattan #NewYork #City #Park #Sea

Distance: 16.0 mi • Elevation gain: 514 m • Maximum elevation: 63 m

Distance: 8.8 mi • Elevation gain: 215 m • Maximum elevation: 119 m

Hike to the Hurricane Mountain in the Hurricane Mountain Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 588 m • Maximum elevation: 1,103 m

Minnewaska State Park Preserve. #Hiking #Loop #Lake #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 7.0 mi • Elevation gain: 305 m • Maximum elevation: 546 m

Loop hike from Heart Lake to Mount Colden via Van Hoevenberg Trail, Marcy Dam Pond, Avalanche Pass Trail, Avalanche Pass, Avalanche Lake, Lake Colden, Mount Colden Trail, L. Morgan Porter Trail, Lake Arnold and Lake Arnold Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain…

Distance: 13.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,000 m • Maximum elevation: 1,415 m

Distance: 9.6 mi • Elevation gain: 148 m • Maximum elevation: 99 m

Loop hike through Pelham Bay Park via Hutchinson River, Orchard Beach and Hunter Island. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Sea #Atlantic #Ocean #Beach #Island #River #Park

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 104 m • Maximum elevation: 21 m

#Hiking #Loop

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 38 m • Maximum elevation: 141 m

Saint John River. #Bike #Woodstock #UpperKingsclear #SaintJohn

Distance: 47.9 mi • Elevation gain: 588 m • Maximum elevation: 100 m

High Falls Pond. York River. Algonquin Provincial Park. #Hiking #Algonquin

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 51 m • Maximum elevation: 394 m

Hike from Heart Lake to Mount Marcy, Table Top and Phelps Mountain via Van Hoevenberg Trail, Marcy Dam, Phelps Mountain Trail, Indian Falls and Tabletop Mountain Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondacks Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake #Falls #River #Wilderness #Park

Distance: 18.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,679 m • Maximum elevation: 1,612 m

Loop hike to Lyon Mountain Fire Tower via Lyon Mountain Trail and Old Lyon Mountain Trail in the Chazy Highlands State Forest and the Adirondacks Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 572 m • Maximum elevation: 1,156 m

Loop hike from Tuxedo Park and Ride via Wildcat Mountain Trail, Townsend Trail, Hall Drive, Furnace Loop, Indian Hill Loop, Hickory Hollow Road and Radio Road in the Harriman State Park and the Sterling Forest State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 12.5 mi • Elevation gain: 736 m • Maximum elevation: 327 m

Saint John River. #Bike

Distance: 77.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,030 m • Maximum elevation: 121 m

#Hiking #MTB #Loop #Woolastook

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 84 m • Maximum elevation: 84 m

High Peaks Wilderness. #Hiking #Snowshoes #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 671 m • Maximum elevation: 1,225 m

Hike / snowshoes from East River Parking to Allen Mountain via East River Trail, Hudson River, Lake Jimmy, Lake Sally, Allen Mountain Trail and Allen Lookout North in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Snowshoes #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake #River #Park #Wilderness #Adirondack

Distance: 17.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,060 m • Maximum elevation: 1,302 m

Clove Lakes Park. #Bike #Loop #NewYork

Distance: 8.5 mi • Elevation gain: 194 m • Maximum elevation: 76 m

#Bike #Loop #Waterfall #Road #Forest #City #Countryside #Forest #Nature

Distance: 49.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,104 m • Maximum elevation: 411 m

#Bike #UpperKingsclear #ColesIsland

Distance: 78.9 mi • Elevation gain: 704 m • Maximum elevation: 76 m

Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve. #Hiking #Loop #River #Forest #Nature #Hudson

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 375 m • Maximum elevation: 364 m

Lop hike from Garden Parking to Big Slide Mountain via Phelps Trail, Big Slide Trail, The Brothers Trail, Third Brother, Second Brother and First Brother in the High Peaks Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Wilderness

Distance: 9.0 mi • Elevation gain: 855 m • Maximum elevation: 1,252 m

Loop hike on the Dix Range via Boquet Forks Trail, Shoebox Falls, Lillypad Pond, Grace Peak, Grace Peak Trail, South Dix Lookout, South Dix, Dix Range Trail, Macomb Mountain, Hough Peak, Beckhorn Trail, Dix Mountain, Dix Trail and Round Pond in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Loop…

Distance: 16.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,577 m • Maximum elevation: 1,456 m

Hike from Chapel Pond to Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak Ridge via Ridge Trail, Ridge Lookout, Giant Washbowl, Roaring Brook Trail, East Trail and Giant East Slide Lookout in the Giant Mountain Wilderness and Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake #Park #Wilderness

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,336 m • Maximum elevation: 1,387 m

Hike from Round Pond to Noonmark Mountain via Dix Trail and Felix Adler Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Lake #Forest #Park

Distance: 6.6 mi • Elevation gain: 651 m • Maximum elevation: 1,055 m

Hike from Garden Parking Area to Saddleback Mountain via Phelps Trail, Orebed Brook Trail and State Range Trail in the Johns Brook Primitive Area, the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #River #Park #Wilderness

Distance: 15.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,085 m • Maximum elevation: 1,361 m

Loop hike in McCrea Park and Leona Heights Park via Oakland Casting Club Pools, Oakleaf Street, York Trail, Campus Drive, McDonell Trail and Old Survivor Redwood Tree. #Hiking #Loop #Park #Nature #Forest

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 227 m • Maximum elevation: 261 m

#Hiking #Loop

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 515 m • Maximum elevation: 1,076 m

Hunter-West Kill Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 672 m • Maximum elevation: 1,225 m

Storm King State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Nature #River

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 198 m • Maximum elevation: 405 m

Overlook Mountain Wild Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 434 m • Maximum elevation: 943 m

Bear Mountain State Park. Hudson River. #Hiking #Running #Mountain #Forest #Lake #River #Nature

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 381 m • Maximum elevation: 392 m

Hike to Ampersand Mountain via Ampersand Mountain Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 522 m • Maximum elevation: 999 m

Loop hike to Seward Mountain via Blueberry Trail, Ward Brook Truck Trail, Seymour Trail, Seward Mountain Trail, Seward Range Trail and Calkins Brook Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Wilderness #Park

Distance: 20.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,706 m • Maximum elevation: 1,318 m

Hike from Heart Lake to Mount Redfield and Cliff Mountain via Van Hoevenberg Trail, Marcy Dam, Avalanche Pass Trail, Avalanche Camp, Lake Arnold Trail, Lake Arnold, Mount Marcy Trail, Mount Redfield Trail and Cliff Mountain Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature…

Distance: 18.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,399 m • Maximum elevation: 1,388 m

Hike to the Tremper Mountain Fire Tower via Phoenicia Trail in the Phoenicia - Mount Tobias Wild Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 629 m • Maximum elevation: 824 m

Hike to Prospect Mountain via East Trail in the Lake George Wild Forest and the Prospect Mountain Parkway. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 497 m • Maximum elevation: 610 m

Return hike from Mount Marcy to Heart Lake via Mount Marcy Trail, Schofield Cobble, Four Corners, Skylight Trail, Lake Tear of the Clouds, Gray Peak Trail, Van Hoevenberg Trail, Indian Falls and Marcy Dam Pond in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake #Falls…

Distance: 11.1 mi • Elevation gain: 607 m • Maximum elevation: 1,612 m

Hike from West Branch Neversink River to Slide Mountain via Phoenicia - East Branch Trail, Wittenberg - Cornell - Slide Trail and John Burroughs Monument in the Slide Mountain Wilderness and the Cattskill Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness #Park

Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 526 m • Maximum elevation: 1,263 m

Hike to Mount Cabot via York Pond Trail, Bunnell Notch Trail, Bunnell Notch, Killkenny Ridge Trail, Bunnell Rock and Mount Cabot Cabin in the White Mountain National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 9.2 mi • Elevation gain: 850 m • Maximum elevation: 1,260 m

Hike to Overlook Mountain via Overlook Summit Trail in the Overlook Mountain Wild Forest and the Catskill Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 431 m • Maximum elevation: 943 m

Hike to Mount Skylight via Adirondack Loj Road, Heart Lake, Van Hoevenberg Trail, Marcy Dam, Avalanche Pass Trail, Avalanche Camp, Lake Arnold Trail, Lake Arnold, Mount Marcy Trail, Lake Tear of the Clouds, Four Corners and Skylight Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain…

Distance: 20.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,295 m • Maximum elevation: 1,492 m

Loop hike from Balsam Lake to Balsam Lake Mountain via Dry Brook Ridge Trail and Balsam Lake Mountain Trail in the Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest and the Cattskill Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Lake #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 355 m • Maximum elevation: 1,133 m

Loop hike to Hunter Mountain via Lane Road, Becker Hollow Trail, Yellow Connector Trail, Hunter Mountain Fire Tower, Hunter Mountain Trail, Yellow Side Trail and Hunter Mountain Overlook in the Hunter-West Kill Wilderness and the Catskill Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 688 m • Maximum elevation: 1,225 m

Loop hike above North Lake and South Lake via North Mountain, Escarpment Trail, Newmans Ledge, Lookout Rock, Sunset Rock, Mountain House Trail, Catskill Mountain House Site, South Mountain and Schutt Road in the Windham-Blackhead Range Wilderness, the Kaaterskill Wild Forest and the Catskill Park. #Hiking…

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 335 m • Maximum elevation: 796 m

Loop hike in Blauvelt State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.2 mi • Elevation gain: 151 m • Maximum elevation: 187 m

Morning Loop Run

Distance: 8.5 mi • Elevation gain: 372 m • Maximum elevation: 415 m

Distance: 0.7 mi • Elevation gain: 8 m • Maximum elevation: 51 m

Hiking

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 32 m • Maximum elevation: 192 m

Distance: 11.8 mi • Elevation gain: 478 m • Maximum elevation: 201 m

York County Mountain Bike

Distance: 8.0 mi • Elevation gain: 100 m • Maximum elevation: 32 m

Distance: 5.5 mi • Elevation gain: 198 m • Maximum elevation: 144 m

Distance: 7.5 mi • Elevation gain: 257 m • Maximum elevation: 206 m

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 101 m • Maximum elevation: 417 m

York County MOUNTAIN

Distance: 7.8 mi • Elevation gain: 106 m • Maximum elevation: 21 m

Chautauqua Lake Fish and Wildlife Management Area

Distance: 0.8 mi • Elevation gain: 3 m • Maximum elevation: 405 m

Distance: 1.2 mi • Elevation gain: 10 m • Maximum elevation: 234 m

Distance: 16.8 mi • Elevation gain: 380 m • Maximum elevation: 112 m

York County MOUNTAIN

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 51 m • Maximum elevation: 21 m

Trail, park, Hunters Creek

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 107 m • Maximum elevation: 354 m

Distance: 13.5 mi • Elevation gain: 275 m • Maximum elevation: 482 m

Arab Mountain

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 226 m • Maximum elevation: 765 m

York County MTB

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 31 m • Maximum elevation: 22 m

Distance: 55.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,435 m • Maximum elevation: 63 m

NY Saddleback in Jay

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 405 m • Maximum elevation: 1,089 m

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 214 m • Maximum elevation: 602 m

James City County MOUNTAIN BIKE

Distance: 8.6 mi • Elevation gain: 166 m • Maximum elevation: 35 m

James City County MTB

Distance: 12.9 mi • Elevation gain: 160 m • Maximum elevation: 39 m

Trace of some YRSP MTB trails (Bobcat)

Distance: 9.0 mi • Elevation gain: 136 m • Maximum elevation: 32 m

James City County MTB

Distance: 4.2 mi • Elevation gain: 62 m • Maximum elevation: 35 m

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 59 m • Maximum elevation: 145 m

Morning hike

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 112 m • Maximum elevation: 188 m

Distance: 13.6 mi • Elevation gain: 132 m • Maximum elevation: 35 m

Sanctuary Summit Hike

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 82 m • Maximum elevation: 245 m

Distance: 29.3 mi • Elevation gain: 919 m • Maximum elevation: 343 m

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 69 m • Maximum elevation: 49 m