Are dogs allowed on Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail?

No, Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail?

Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail is rated expert. It is 36.7 miles long with 2,949 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail suitable for kids?

Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See New York trail conditions

ExpertPoint to Point

New York

Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail

Albany, New York

36.7 mi

Distance

2,949 ft

Elev. Gain

12h 46m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

It is easy to use a paved trail. It's perfect for biking, walking, jogging. There are 36 bike path stretches. It's perfect for walking, jogging, and bike riding. There are lots of places to have a picnic, bird watch and view the wild life. The hardest part of the trail is the large hills where you have to walk down. It crosses the road in multiple places.

From Wikipedia

The Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail (MHBHT) is a 97-mile (156 km) trail in New York's Mohawk Valley and Capital District regions. It is also the easternmost segment of the Erie Canalway Trail, as well as a portion of the Empire State Trail.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1 ft

Max:122 ft

899 ft

826 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.