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Explore New York Outdoors

New York offers 1808 trails, 67 parks, and 1028 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 658 easy, 695 moderate, 312 difficult, and 142 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 768 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 81572 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Watkins Glen State Park, Letchworth State Park, and Finger Lakes National Forest. Among the trails hikers return to: Long Path, Long Path Trail, and Northville-Placid Trail.

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Campgrounds in New York

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