The Adventure Capital

Dutch Apple Cruises

Broadway and, Quay St, Albany, NY 12202
518-463-0220

Dutch Apple Cruises

Explore the Capital Region by land and by water with Dutch Apple Cruises! Located in the beautiful and historic capital of New York State, we offer sightseeing cruises on the Hudson River, trolley tours of Albany, and specialty tours throughout the Capital District.

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Saratoga Race Course

267 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
518-584-6200

Saratoga Race Course

Thoroughbred racing has no finer setting than Saratoga Race Course, which was opened over 150 years ago. Named one of the world’s greatest sporting venues by Sports Illustrated, the past comes alive in the historic grandstand every summer as fans experience not only the best in racing, but the unmatched ambience and charm of historic Saratoga Springs.

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Kane Mountain Fire Tower

Green Lake Road, Arietta, NY ‎12139
518-548-3076

Kane Mountain Fire Tower

The 60-foot tall Kane Mountain fire tower is located on the summit. It was first built in 1925 and was restored in 2003. The summit of Kane is wooded, but climbing the fire tower gives spectacular views of the whole Canada Lake region, the Silver Lake Wilderness, and Peck and Caroga lakes.

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Shelving Rock Falls

Fort Ann, NY

Shelving Rock Falls

Shelving Rock Falls is a 50-foot cascade that lies to the east side of Lake George. It is an easy hike with a wide, unmarked dirt trail that leads straight to the cascade's top.

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Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail

Extends from Albany to Rotterdam

Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail

Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail is a 36.7 mile heavily trafficked point-to-point trail located near Albany, New York that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, trail running, and road biking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

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John Boyd Thacher State Park

830 Thacher Park Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
518-872-1237

John Boyd Thacher State Park

Thacher State Park is situated along the Helderberg Escarpment, one of the richest fossil-bearing formations in the world. The park has volleyball courts, playgrounds, ball fields and numerous picnic areas with nine reservable shelters. Interpretive programs are offered year-round, including guided tours of the famous Indian Ladder Trail.

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Saratoga Spa State Park

19 Roosevelt Dr, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
518-584-2535

Saratoga Spa State Park

Saratoga Spa State Park, distinguished by its classical architecture and listed as a National Historic Landmark, is noted for its diverse cultural, aesthetic and recreational resources. In addition to the nationally-known Saratoga Performing Arts Center, the Spa Little Theater, the National Museum of Dance, the Saratoga Automobile Museum, the Gideon Putnam Resort and Roosevelt Baths and Spa, the park offers a multitude of traditional recreation opportunities.

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Cherry Plain State Park

10 State Park Rd, Petersburg, NY 12138
518-733-5400

Cherry Plain State Park

Cherry Plain State Park is nestled in the woods of the Taconic Valley. The park's 175 acres are a quiet alternative to other parks in the region. The park's setting on Black River Pond features a sandy beach with adjacent picnic grounds and a boat launch. The park also has bridle paths and hiking, biking, and nature trails that serve as cross-country ski trails in winter. Anglers enjoy fishing for bass, bullheads, and pickerel here.

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