Hiking the Fabulous Mongaup River Trail in Orange County, NY
I’ve done a lot of fabulous hikes in New York, and if you’re looking for a relatively easy hike that’s both beautiful and has some historical interest, the Mongaup River …
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Visiting Cannon Covered Bridge in Wyoming County, NY
I always love visiting covered bridges during my travels and have visited many of the ones in New York State. So, when I heard that a new covered bridge was …
How to Get to the Waterfall and Dam in Croton Gorge Park in Westchester County, NY
I’ve seen many incredible waterfalls in New York, but few have been as impressive as the waterfall on the Croton Gorge Dam. And, when you combine the beauty here with …
13 Beautiful Waterfalls Near Albany, NY
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 …
Hiking to the Six-Story Treehouse at the Cayuga Nature Center Near Ithaca
There are few things that feel more magical than a treehouse, and did you know that there is a unique six-story one that you can visit in Ithaca, New York? …
Hiking in Robert V. Riddell State Park in Otsego County, NY
On a recent visit to Cooperstown to visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame, I noticed a sign for Robert V. Riddell State Park. So, one evening during my visit, …
Hiking Through the Hannacroix Creek Preserve in Greene County, NY
While New York is home to many towering waterfalls, some of my personal favorites to visit are the smaller ones that have a lot of unique character. The waterfall in …
How to Get to Deckertown Falls in Montour Falls, NY
The Watkins Glen area is understandably best known for the outstanding Gorge Trail in Watkins Glen State Park. However, the area is also home to several other really great waterfalls, …
Hiking to the Ruins and Incredible Vista at Franny Reese State Park
Located on a bluff high above the Hudson River near Poughkeepsie, New York, you’ll find the fabulous Franny Reese State Park. Franny Reese State Park first opened to the public …
How to Get to Death Brook Falls Near Raquette Lake, NY
One of my favorite things about the Adirondacks is how many hidden gems can be found just off of the road if you know where to look, and Death Brook …