Places to go in Upstate New York - John Boyd Thatcher State Park

Things to Do in Upstate New York.....This question can be a challenge sometimes. If you are not an outdoor person, It's even tougher. Hey but if you love the outdoor and natures this is the place to be! Autumn is a beautiful time to visit places in the Upstate. I totally recommend John Boyd Thatcher State Park or Thatcher Park for short

about half hour drive from Albany

Boon @ Thatcher Park

viewing area

the view is simply spectacular. This place reminds me of Saxon Switzerland National Park in east Germany

it's a perfect place for family outing. There are picnic area, camping, playground and BBQ facilities available

one can also do some hiking, suitable for all ages.

The history of the park dated back ca. 400 years, when the trail now known as the Indian Ladder Trail was used by the Mohawk Iroquois Indians to reach the trading post run by Henry Hudson

taking the Indian Ladder trail

the trail is open from May 1 to Nov 15, 8am - sunset

easy walking path

there is supposed to be water falls (Minelot Falls) but in autumn time it's all dried up

view from the base of the cliff

base of the cliff

limestone

one of few underground steams in the area

enjoying the view

end of the trail. the trail takes about 30 - 45 minutes it's very easy and enjoyable

beautiful color of the autumn foliage

dry up steams

we were so lucky that the weather was so good blue skies and autumn foliage but it was a but chilly

wild Queen Anne's lace

:)

one last look before leaving. Thatcher Park is one of the best place to see autumn foliage in Upstate

i would definitely come back again

~ good day ~