If you love to ride your bike, the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Hike trail would be an excellent way to spend a summer afternoon. The trail connects Albany and Schenectady counties of Upstate New York and provides amazing river views. Bicyclists of all skill levels will be able to find a section of the trail that is right for them—personally, we recommend the Empire State Trail section of the path, an 11-mile jaunt that goes through Albany and is great for all ages. For more information on the best bike trail in upstate New York, keep reading below.

The 97-mile trail is in the New York regions of Mohawk Valley and Capital District. It starts on the West Bank of Hudson River and eventually ends in Buffalo.
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A good amount of the trail was created from sections of the Troy & Schenectady Railroad, which terminated service in 1965.
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One landmark on the larger trail is the former site of the Niskayuna Railroad Station, which runs along the trail. The station was built at some point in the 1800s and went out of commission in 1964.
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If you are looking for a great day trip, the Empire State Trail section of the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Hike trail is shared-use path that runs from Albany to Cohoes.
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The southern and northern parts of that part of the trail are paved off-road paths that are perfect for both walkers and cyclists. There is a middle 2-mile section, however, that is made for more advanced bike riders who have experience riding alongside vehicle traffic.
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On that trail, you will go through neighborhoods and wooded areas. A good amount of the time, you will ride next to the Mohawk River, which is the largest tributary of the Hudson River. We recommend it!
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A trip on the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Hike Trail is an ideal Upstate New York activity: You get some great views and you a little bit of exercise, too. Whether you live close to Upstate or in a different part of New York altogether, it’s definitely worth taking the trip—just don’t forget to bring your bike. While you are in the Albany area, why not take some more time out of your summer to check out at least one of these three historic Dutch Colonial landmarks. If you need a place to stay, we recommend the Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Albany.

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