A Hike Along Cornish Estate Trail In New York Leads You Straight To An Abandoned Village
Lea Monroe
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Making us feel like our own version of Indiana Jones, there’s something about hiking along a trail that leads you to an abandoned village that makes an adventure all the more exciting. From up in the Adirondack Mountains to out on Long Island, you can find quite a few state parks and hidden forests that are home to ruins that have long been forgotten. If you happen to keep your eye out in the Hudson Valley though, you’ll see that there are plenty of pieces of the past that are just waiting to be discovered. Take a look at this one amazing hike to an abandoned place in New York.
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Are there any other abandoned places in New York?
If you like exploring abandoned places in New York, you might want to set off on this epic road trip. The nearly 4.5-hour road trip will take you to abandoned places in the lower regions of New York. You’ll visit such destinations as The Catskill Game Farm in Catskill, Overlook Mountain in Woodstock, and Rockland Psychiatric Center in Orangeburg.
However, if you don’t have time for a whole day on the road, consider a trip to Wells Falls. You’ll visit a series of cascading waterfalls and get a glimpse of the now-abandoned Van Natta Mill, which once provided power to the local area.
Can I take any other historic hiking trails in New York?
Discover a full menu of historic hiking trails in New York, from the easy to the more difficult. Hike up Kaaterskill High Peak, an eight-mile hike that generally takes up to six hours to complete. However, along the way, you’ll stumble upon some fascinating pieces of history. The mountain is home to a former Mohawk Indian camp and the debris of two plane crashes. Before you set off, be prepared for a long and what’s considered a difficult hike.
For a relaxing stroll, meander over the Walkway Over The Hudson State Historic Park. The bridge, in fact, is New York’s and the world’s longest pedestrian bridge over water.
What are the best unique hikes in New York?
On the hunt for the most unique hikes in New York? How about setting off on a hike with a llama? Dakota Ridge Farm, in Ballston Spa, welcomes guests to meet their friendly and fuzzy llamas and to set off on a hike with them. You’ll be matched with a llama, who you’ll lead along the hour-long hike in the scenic woods. After your hike, stop by the farm’s shop that’s chock full of llama-themed items, including photos, stuffed animals, and sweatshirts.