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Waterfalls near Albany NY

13 Beautiful Waterfalls Near Albany, NY

March 7, 2023 by Jim Cheney

During my travels around the state, I’ve had a chance to check out many fabulous waterfalls near Albany, NY. While this part of the state isn’t as well-known for waterfalls …

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New York State Capitol from the Corning Tower Observation Deck in Albany NY

Overlooking Albany from the Free Corning Tower Observation Deck

December 30, 2022 by Jim Cheney

Located high atop downtown Albany, you’ll find one of the best free observation decks in all of New York: the Corning Tower Observation Deck The Corning Tower Observation Deck is …

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President Chester Arthur's Grave in Albany Rural Cemetery in New York

How to Get to President Chester Arthur’s Grave in Albany, New York

March 9, 2023November 21, 2022 by Jim Cheney

During my travels, I always love finding the graves of famous Americans, so I knew when traveling to Albany, that I wanted to visit the grave of President Chester Arthur …

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Rensselaerville Falls in Huyck Preserve in Albany County NY

Hiking to Rensselaerville Falls in Huyck Preserve in Albany County

March 7, 2023June 6, 2022 by Jim Cheney

Located in the southwestern corner of Albany County, New York, you’ll find one of the region’s most beautiful spots: Rensselaerville Falls in the E.N. Huyck Preserve. The E.N. Huyck Preserve …

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Looking out over the Albany Pine Bush Preserve in Albany County New York

Hiking Through the Incredibly Unique Albany Pine Bush Preserve

April 28, 2022 by Jim Cheney

When I’m traveling, I always love finding unique landscapes to explore. So, on a recent trip to the Capital Region, I was excited to check out the Albany Pine Bush …

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Buskirks Covered Bridge in Washington County New York

Visiting the Covered Bridges of Washington County, New York

March 28, 2023March 11, 2022 by Jim Cheney

Washington County, which is located northeast of Albany in New York’s Capital Region, is home to four historic covered bridges, more than just about any other county in the state. …

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Outside the New York State Museum in Albany NY

Exploring the Incredible New York State Museum in Albany

February 14, 2023February 16, 2022 by Jim Cheney

If you want to learn about the history of New York, there are a lot of great places to visit, but none offer a wider or better understanding of the …

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Island Spouter at Saratoga Spa State Park in New York

Hiking to the Spouters and Mineral Springs on the Geyser Trail in Saratoga Spa State Park

January 28, 2023January 8, 2022 by Jim Cheney

New York is home to many incredible and unique landscapes, and one such spot is Saratoga Spa State Park. Saratoga Spa State Park is located in Saratoga County, New York, …

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Cars lined up driving through Capitol Holiday Lights in Albany New York

Jolly Fun at Capital Holiday Lights in Albany

November 7, 2022December 9, 2021 by Jim Cheney

New York’s Capital Region is magical during the holiday season, and one of my favorite places to visit to get some festive cheer is Capital Holiday Lights in Albany. Capital …

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Minelot Falls on the Indian Ladder Trail in Thacher State Park near Albany NY

Hiking the Indian Ladder Trail at Thacher State Park Near Albany

March 7, 2023November 8, 2021 by Jim Cheney

Located only a few miles west of downtown Albany, you’ll find one of the best state parks in the Capital Region: John Boyd Thacher State Park. And, this park is …

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