State Guide
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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1000 Islands Campground
Alexandria Bay
278 Fraternaland Cabins
Paradox
A Hilltop View
Varysburg
A Promise to Gaia/Garden of One
Rensselaerville
A Tiny House Resort
Cairo
AA Royal Motel & Campground
Niagara Falls
Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground
Newport
Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground
Newport
Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground
Newport
Aderyn Glas: Bluebird Tiny House
New York
Adirondack 1000 Islands Campground
Natural Bridge
Adirondack Adventure Base
Paul Smiths
More Popular Trails
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Ballston Spa, New York
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Cortlandt Manor, New York
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Pine Hill, New York
Abbott Loop Trail
Spencer, New York
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