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Tivoli Bays
4.6 ★★★★★ 147 Google reviews · Running trail in Tivoli, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Tivoli Bays' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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.
Land along the Hudson River with extensive hiking trails, a canoe launch & views of the Catskills.
What runners say about Tivoli Bays
“The tidal "maze" or whatever it's called is breathtakingly beautiful and you can wander around for hours before going onto the Hudson proper if you want.”
“Some places trail not well marked but overall great hike.”
“Easy trail access to the river - there is also a small waterfall with a swimming hole at the bottom to cool off in the summer.”
We took the upper trail by mistake, and it was very nice. A nice easyeander along the wetlands, with some spectacular views of the catskills.
Good signage from the road. I parked in the small 9G lot, and there was only one other car there on a sunny cool October Sunday. However, there had been heavy rains the night before. As I started on the blue overlook trail, some other hikers said the path was impassable near the end due to the rains.
This is a great venue with views of the Catskills directly over the Hudson River. One of my favorite spots to watch the sunset. There is also a kayak launch to explore the bays or the river. There are lots of trails to explore as well.
Beautiful place for hiking with views in the forest, overlooking the marsh and mountains in the horizon
Trail conditions & character
“The tidal "maze" or whatever it's called is breathtakingly beautiful and you can wander around for hours before going onto the Hudson proper if you want.”
“Mountain bikes are also allowed on the trail, and a bike only trailhead splits off the main hiking trail about a half mile in.”
“Mostly well marked with flares and the trail is typically visible, even with fallen leaves.”
Plan your run at Tivoli Bays
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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
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