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Hiking

Bald Mountain Sounds Scary, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in New York

Bald Mountain sounds like a scary hiking trail in New York, but this beautiful view is worth braving any villain.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jul 26
An overhead view of Bald Mountain in New York, with trees and a lake in the background.
Nature

Everyone Always Goes to Coney Island in New York: Go Here Instead

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jul 21
A close-up of a canoe with "Jones Beach" written on it, on a crowded beach in New York
Nature

The Best Kept Summer Secret in New York Is This Stunning Glacial Lake

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jun 19
A look out at Middle Saranac Lake in New York at sunset.
Nature

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Watkins Glen State Park in New York

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jun 11
An overhead view of the pedestrian walkway at Watkins Glen State Park, overlooking a large gorge in New York
Nature

The Rail Trail Path in New York That’s Better Than Most Hikes

by Lynnette Nicholas
on May 29
Depot Street to Saranac-Placid Road via Adirondack Rail Trail, in the Adirondacks, in New York state.

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National & State Parks

The Small-Town State Park in New York Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

Tucked away in the rural area nor far from Albany, Grafton Lakes State Park is an amazing small-town state park in New York with a view worth a trip from anywhere.

by Raymond Goldfield
on May 10
A wide view of the beach at the Long Pond in Grafton Lakes State Park, New York, with park benches on the beach and trees flanking the coast.
Nature
Hiking

5 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in New York for a Spring Hike

Disappear into some of the Empire State's best hidden sanctuaries on the best spring hikes in New York, whether you're an experienced hiker or just out for a stroll.

by Raymond Goldfield
on May 3
A view of Hessian Lake in New York, with a forest-covered mountain in the background.
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National & State Parks

Fire Island National Seashore in New York Has Clear Waters That May Rival the Caribbean

Clear waters at the Fire Island National Seashore in New York make it an ideal destination for family vacations.

by Lynnette Nicholas
on Mar 31
A picturesque view of the Fire Island National Seashore in Suffolk County, NY, and the Fire Island Lighthouse stands tall.
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Hiking

Don’t Try This One Hike in New York If You’re Afraid of Heights

Is Ampersand Mountain Trail the most extreme hike in New York? The combination of the challenging elevation, the challenging terrain, and the mountaintop views make it an adventure worth taking.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jan 17
A wide vista of the view from the top of a mountain, with forests and clouds in the distance.
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Find 11 Bucket-List-Level Views in New York Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

You don’t have to be an experienced hiker to enjoy New York’s most unforgettable views, including waterfalls, mountains, gorges, and more.

by Nicole Bocianski Harris
on Dec 18
Terrapin Point in Niagara Falls