Great Runs in Albany, New York

Note: For the Full Guide to Running in Albany, see the GR Website

Located on the west bank of the Hudson River, Albany is the capital of the State of New York. The scenic highlight is downtown’s Empire State Plaza, bookended by the 1800s New York State Capitol, the New York State Museum, and The Egg performing arts center. Albany is a mix of interesting historic buildings but also some mistakes of the urban renewal movement, including some stark brutalist architecture. But there’s a good mix of running in Albany, ranging from scenic multi-use paths to some pleasant parks and preserves in the area.

Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail

Albany ‘Runseeing’ Tour

Mohawk Hudson Hike Bike Trail

Crossings of Colonie Park

Peebles Island State Park and Erie Canal Lock

Albany Rural Cemetery

Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Schodack Island State Park

Zim Smith Multi-Use Trail

For the full running guide to Albany, see greatruns.com.