SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — With spring officially here and the weather starting to match, why not get out for a walk? Using AllTrails, News10 has compiled a list of what trails are considered the best in Schenectady. AllTrails uses reviews from trail-goers to make their rankings.
1. Lisha Kill Nature Loop
- Length: 2.2 miles
- Elevation: 295 feet
- Route type: loop
- Lisha Kill Natural Area
According to AllTrails, the Lisha Kill Nature Loop allows leashed dogs and is kid-friendly. The trail also is good for bird-watching and is apt for running. It takes 55 minutes on average to complete and is considered an easier route. It is a busier trail, so expect to see other visitors there.
2. Sergeant Falls Side Trail
- Length: 3.4 miles
- Elevation: 538 feet
- Route type: out and back
- Plotter Kill Nature Preserve
According to AllTrails, the Sergeant Falls Side Trail is considered an easier route and takes an average of one hour and 32 minutes to complete. This is a popular trail in the area, so expect to see other visitors there. It has waterfall views and is good for hiking or walking.
3. Grattan Family and Frank’s Trail
- Length: 0.9 miles
- Elevation: 124 feet
- Route type: loop
- Lisha Kill Natural Area
According to AllTrails, the Grattan Family and Frank’s Trail is considered an easy route and takes an average of 23 minutes to complete. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed, and while it is a popular trail, you can enjoy some solitude during quieter times of the day.
4. Great Flats Nature Trail
- Length: 1.8 miles
- Elevation: 19 feet
- Route type: loop
- Schenectady
According to AllTrails, the Great Flats Nature Trail is considered an easy route and takes an average of 32 minutes to complete. Dogs are welcome if they are on a leash, and this trail is also kid-friendly. This trail is good for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and walking, and has lake and river views.
5. Sanders Preserve Trail
- Length: 4.1 miles
- Elevation: 603 feet
- Route type: loop
- Schenectady
According to AllTrails, the Sanders Preserve Trail is considered an easy route. Dogs are welcome if they are on a leash, and this trail is also kid-friendly. This trail is good for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and walking, and has wildlife and waterfall views.
6. Reist Sanctuary Yellow Trail Loop
- Length: 1.4 miles
- Elevation: 75 feet
- Route type: loop
- H. G. Reist Wildlife Sanctuary
According to AllTrails, the Reist Sanctuary Yellow Trail Loop is considered an easy route and takes an average of 29 minutes to complete. Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash, and the trail is kid-friendly. You can enjoy some solitude during quieter times of the day.
7. Indian Meadows Park Loop Trail
- Length: 1.5 miles
- Elevation: 45 feet
- Route type: loop
- Indian Meadows Park
According to AllTrails, the Indian Meadows Park Loop Trail is considered an easy route and takes an average of 28 minutes to complete. Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash, and the trail is kid-friendly. This trail is also good for running, hiking, mountain biking, and bird watching.
8. Moccasin Kill Blue Loop
- Length: 1.6 miles
- Elevation: 347 feet
- Route type: loop
- Moccasin Kill Sanctuary
According to AllTrails, the Moccasin Kill Blue Loop is considered an easy route and takes an average of 51 minutes to complete. This trail is kid-friendly.
9. Central Park Mountain Bike Trail Loop
- Length: 3.5 miles
- Elevation: 183 feet
- Route type: loop
- Central Park
According to AllTrails, the Central Park Mountain Bike Trail Loop is considered an easier route and is good for mountain biking. All Trails says you’re unlikely to come across many others while on this trail.
10. Moccasin Kill Red Loop
- Length: 1.1 miles
- Elevation: 226 feet
- Route type: loop
- Moccasin Kill Sanctuary
According to AllTrails, the Moccasin Kill Red Loop is considered an easy route and takes an average of 33 minutes to complete. This trail is kid-friendly and is popular for walking, hiking, and running.
