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New York
Erie Canalway Trail (Amsterdam to Schenectady)
8.5 mi
Distance
80 ft
Gain
3h 10m
Time
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Erie Canalway Trail (Amsterdam to Schenectady)
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 8.5 mi
- Elevation gain
- 80 ft
- Elevation loss
- 697 ft
- Highest point
- 304 ft
- Lowest point
- 234 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
This point-to-point trail follows the historic Erie Canal towpath between Amsterdam and Schenectady, offering a scenic and relatively flat journey through the Mohawk Valley. Hikers enjoy easy walking along the canal's edge with views of the waterway, historic locks, and surrounding farmland and forests. The trail showcases New York's canal heritage while providing an accessible outdoor experience for all skill levels.
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