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Peebles Island State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,703 Google reviews · Running trail in Cohoes, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
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- Shade
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- Access
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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Peebles Island State Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Expansive riverside park with wooded trails for cross-country skiing & hiking, plus fishing access.
What runners say about Peebles Island State Park
“A peaceful and pretty park with well maintained hiking trails.”
“This place is so beautiful and absolutely worth visiting at least once in your life if you visit this area (you should especially visit if you live in the area!”
“A peaceful and pretty park with well maintained hiking trails.”
“You don't have to wait too long to see a resident eagle, and there are some nice easy walking trails.”
We all have that one friend or person in our lives that's all, "I don't like to hike, who walks for fun?" -- always complaining about how much their legs hurt or they are out of breath... That was me, I was that friend. However, Peebles was the first place to change my mind about hiking.
Beautiful park! The parametre trail is just 2 miles and a fairly easy walk but with stunning views over cliffs! The best part about it though was the wildlife. Giant carp and snapping turtles in the water below, and deer eating blackberries in the forest.
What a treat to have such a space right in my "back yard" ... the trails are always well maintained, and any of the staff I have encountered, be it at the booth, the welcome center, or on the grounds - have all been pleasant and easy to deal with.
Looking around the area for something to do, I came upon this island. Saw a picture of a waterfall and had to check it out. It was a very nice day out and a lovely 2 mile walk all the way around. The man made waterfalls were small but nice. There was a huge bald eagles nest with 2 eagles in it. No bikes or skateboards.
Trail conditions & character
“This place is so beautiful and absolutely worth visiting at least once in your life if you visit this area (you should especially visit if you live in the area!”
“I heavily recommend coming here with pets, as it's very pet friendly and a great way to stay in shape.”
“A peaceful and pretty park with well maintained hiking trails.”
Plan your run at Peebles Island State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparks.ny.gov
- Phone(518) 268-2188
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