Scenic Hiking Trails Throughout Upstate New York

With a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, Joshua Dietz was also a part of the National Guild of Hypnotists. When he is not busy working as a consultant for Tax Defender in Manhattan, New York, Joshua Dietz enjoys going on hikes throughout New York state.

There are plenty of different scenic hiking trails throughout upstate New York. From Ausable Chasm to Mount Marcy, these are just a couple of scenic hikes you can find in upstate New York.

For Ausable Chasm, the length of the trail can be anywhere between 1 to 5 miles, depending on the specific trail a hiker takes. Thus, the many trails of Ausable Chasm are suitable for most people and families. In addition, the trails have native flora, wildlife, and Ranbox Falls, which is a 90-foot waterfall.

Rising in difficulty, Mount Marcy is about a 7.4-mile hike, one-way. Only experienced hikers should take this trail, as ground-level elevations can reach higher than 5,300 feet. The shortest route to the top is the Van Hoevenberg Trail, which is still nearly 10-hours total of hiking. However, supposing a hiker manages to get to the top of Mount Marcy, they get to see the view of the Adirondacks and MacIntyre Mountains on a clear day.