New York · Mountain biking

Red Trail

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Apr, Jun–Oct
best months

Red Trail is a green circle mountain biking route on Town of Bethlehem land in New York, managed by city land. It's a short, easy ride with no elevation gain, making it a good choice for beginners or riders looking for a relaxed outing. The trail winds through mixed hardwood forests, with gentle climbs and descents that build confidence without overwhelming new riders. It's well maintained, with manageable root sections and moderate elevation changes that let you enjoy the natural beauty of the Northeast. Late spring and early fall are the most comfortable times to ride. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Albany show May highs around 71°F and September highs around 74°F, while winter brings regular snow days from December through February. Orange Trail, Yellow Trail and Blue Trail all sit about 0.1 mile away, and Capital Hills Hiking Trail is about 1.7 miles off for a walk.

  • Best time to go · Apr, Jun–Oct

    Best time to visit Red Trail

    Best months: April and June–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      33° / 16°

      12 wet · 9 snow

    2. Feb

      36° / 18°

      11 wet · 8 snow

    3. Mar

      45° / 26°

      12 wet · 6 snow

    4. Apr

      59° / 37°

      12 wet · 1 snow

    5. May

      71° / 48°

      13 wet

    6. Jun

      79° / 57°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      84° / 62°

      12 wet

    8. Aug

      82° / 61°

      11 wet

    9. Sep

      74° / 53°

      10 wet

    10. Oct

      62° / 41°

      11 wet

    11. Nov

      49° / 32°

      11 wet · 3 snow

    12. Dec

      38° / 23°

      13 wet · 7 snow

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Albany Ap, NY, 5.4 mi away at 312 ft. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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