Steve B.
8/9/2021
Stopped here for a bit, on the way home, after we spent some time at Saratoga NHP. My boys (5-3) loved this place. The discovery center was great, the wonderful woman at the front desk had...
Albany Pine Bush Preserve
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195 New Karner Rd
Albany, NY 12205
The Albany Pine Bush Preserve is a 3,350-acre natural area located between the Catskill and Adirondack mountains in Albany, NY. It is known for its gently rolling sand dunes and is home to a variety of rare plants and animals, including the federally endangered Karner blue butterfly. Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the preserve and learn about its geological, natural, and cultural history through hands-on activities at the Discovery Center.
The preserve offers nearly 20 miles of official marked trails, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty, that wind through sandy trails and grassy woodland passages. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers looking to escape the ordinary and immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world.
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Gilbert G.
1/10/2025
If you're visiting Albany and looking for a place to take a stroll or job, this is like a mini-pine barrens (similar to what you might see in New Jersey). I would stay to the trails (Madison...
Vlad V.
7/20/2021
I spent two days in Albany and I visited the Albany Pine Bush Preserve before leaving town. The Preserve is unique and I highly recommend checking it out. You can park in the complimentary...
Benjamin M.
8/9/2020
My wife and I came here for a walk recently on a Saturday with several goals in mind. We wanted to take pictures and get some inspiration for a nature scene we wanted to paint. We wanted the...
Josh S.
4/28/2019
As someone who's working on the various peak lists in the Northeast, the Pine Bush is generally far below the level of difficulty of what I hike in an average week. But if work and weather keep me...
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