Outdoor Adventures in Albany

Embark on an outdoor adventure in Albany County by land or by water. Hit the Hudson River aboard Dutch Apple Cruises, zip through the wilderness at WildPlay Elements Park, hike the trails at the Albany Pine Bush, kayak at Thompson Lake State Park, or go deep underground at Howe Caverns. Albany offers four seasons of outdoor fun.

Washington Park in Fall

Parks

Bike, hike and walk through Albany County's parks. More

Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Albany Pine Bush

Learn about the unique Albany Pine Bush Preserve. More

Cohoes Falls

Rivers and Lakes

Find outdoor adventures on rivers and lakes in Albany. More

CDPHP Cycles

Biking

Cyclists, look no further! Albany is a great place to bike. More

John Boyd Thacher State Park in the Fall

Hiking

Find places to hike in Albany County. More

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Cohoes Falls in Autumn

5 Ideas for Fall Day Trips in Albany County

Fall is one of the best times of the year for locals and visitors alike to discover Albany. From More

John Boyd Thacher State Park picnic table

5 Picturesque Places to Picnic in Albany County

Pack a picnic and savor summer at parks and preserves in Albany County! Don't feel like preparing a More

Corning Preserve

6 Things To Do Along the Hudson River in Albany County

From Cohoes, to the City of Albany, to Coeymans, the Hudson River is a key piece of Albany County's More

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