Parks & Natural Areas

Space to Breathe, Room to Wander

Parks and natural areas in Schoharie County have a way of putting things in perspective. Old growth forests that have been standing for centuries, a gorge carved by water and time, open meadows alive with birds and wildflowers, and ridgelines that remind you how big the sky really is. Whether you are looking for a quiet place to sit or a full day of exploration, the natural areas here have room for all of it. This is land that has been cared for and loved for generations, and it shows.

Nature is Waiting

From state parks to nature preserves, Schoharie County's natural areas are as diverse as they are beautiful.

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  • Outdoors, Hiking & Trails, Birding, Parks & Natural Areas | Richmondville, NY 12149, USA

    Mallet Pond State Forest

    17 acre pond on NYS Public Lands with parking area 1/4 mile north of pond for walking access (not accessible by vehicle). There are marked hiking & snowmobile trails. Stocked wi...

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  • Outdoors, Hiking & Trails, Experiences, Birding, Winter Recreation, Parks & Natural Areas | 161 Mine Kill Rd, North Blenheim, NY 12131, USA

    Mine Kill State Park

    Located in the scenic Schoharie Valley, Mine Kill State Park overlooks the NY Power Authority's Blenheim-Gilboa Reservoir as part of the Pumped Storage Power Project. Summertime...

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  • Outdoors, Hiking & Trails, Birding, Parks & Natural Areas, Winter Recreation, Experiences | 219 Mill Valley Rd, Middleburgh, NY 12122, USA

    Vroman's Nose Hiking Trail

    Vroman's Nose is a prominent land mark overlooking the beautiful and fertile Schoharie Valley. The view is spectacular from the flat "dance floor" feature found on the top of th...

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  • Agritourism, Hiking & Trails, Birding, History & Heritage, Parks & Natural Areas, Winter Recreation, Outdoors, Wedding Venue, Weddings & Events, Event Venue, Community Center | 174 Lape Rd, Esperance, NY 12066, USA

    Landis Arboretum

    Landis is an arboretum and public garden incorporating hundreds of acres in Schoharie and Montgomery Counties of New York State. We're close to Albany, Schenectady, and the rest...

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  • Camping & Glamping Stay, Stay, Camping & Glamping, Birding, Hiking & Trails, Parks & Natural Areas | 3075 NY-30, Fultonham, NY 12071, USA

    Max V. Shaul State Park

    Max V. Shaul State Park is a small, quiet camping area with 30 wooded tent and trailer sites. A group campsite is also available to rent, perfect for families, friends, scout tr...

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  • Experiences, History & Heritage, Weddings & Events, Parks & Natural Areas, Outdoors, Group Travel | 255 Discovery Dr, Howes Cave, NY 12092, USA

    Howe Caverns

    Howe Caverns is the largest show cave in the Northeast U.S., and is the second most visited natural attraction in the state of New York, welcoming an average of 150,000 visitors...

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  • Experiences, History & Heritage, Outdoors, Parks & Natural Areas, Group Travel | 671 Caverns Rd, Howes Cave, NY 12092, USA

    Secret Caverns

    One-hour guided tour through the caverns down to discover a 100-foot underground waterfall - thrills included! A fantastic gift shop, picnic area and pond will delight everyone....

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  • Birding, Hiking & Trails, History & Heritage, Parks & Natural Areas, Winter Recreation, Group Travel | 1378 NY-30, North Blenheim, NY 12131, USA

    New York Power Authority Blenheim-Gilboa Visitor Center

    The visitor experience at Blenheim-Gilboa is a triple play: The science of electricity and hydropower is on exhibit at the Visitors Center. Right beside it, history is preserved...

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  • Outdoors, Hiking & Trails, Birding, Parks & Natural Areas | Middleburgh, NY 12122, USA

    Franklinton Vlaie Wildlife Management Area

    The Franklinton Vlaie Wildlife Management Area (WMA) consists of about 195 acres of open water, wetland, and upland habitat in Schoharie County. It was acquired from private lan...

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  • Parks & Natural Areas, Hiking & Trails, Birding, Outdoors | Rum Hill Rd, Jefferson, NY 12093, USA

    THE PAULSON PRESERVE

    Located in the towns of Jefferson and Summit in Schoharie Co., the Paulson Preserve encompasses 342 acres of land donated to the Land Trust in 1997 by Liselotte Paulson. The pre...

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  • Outdoors, Parks & Natural Areas | Lasalle Pk, Schoharie, NY 12157, USA

    Lasalle Park

    Lasalle Park is a small picnic area overlooking the Village of Schoharie. Lasalle Park is a nice walk from the hustle and bustle of main street in Schoharie. This park is a favo...

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  • Outdoors, Hiking & Trails, Parks & Natural Areas | Clapper Hollow, Summit, NY, USA

    Scary 19 Hiking Challenge

    The Scary 19 Challenge was concieved by avid outdoorsman and Schoharie County resident Jason Pelton.19 peaks, all in state forest land were chosen for this challenge. Peaks that...

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  • Outdoors, Birding, Hiking & Trails, Parks & Natural Areas | Old Smoky Hollow Road, Cobleskill, NY, USA

    Settles Mountain Nature Preserve

    A 270 Acre nature preserve to enjoy non-motorized recreation. Offering marked trails for easy to follow hikes.The land, along the Cobleskill Creek, consists of upland forest, la...

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  • Outdoors, Birding, Parks & Natural Areas | 182 Barnerville Rd, Cobleskill, NY 12043, USA

    Schoharie County Eagle Trail

    Schoharie County's love of eagles is shared on this new Eagle Trail. The majestic beauty of these birds are often observed in the following areas: Blenheim-Gilboa Project, New Y...

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  • Hiking & Trails, Outdoors, Parks & Natural Areas | Looking Glass Pond, Rossman Hill Road, Summit, NY, USA

    Long Path Hiking Trail

    The Long Path Hiking Trail is a foot trail from the George Washington Bridge to the Mohawk River on its way to the Adirondacks. This gorgeous Trail encompasses the High Peaks of...

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