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Summary: The Lisha Kill Preserve, owned by the Nature Conservancy, is a rare example of an old growth forest in a developed area. Some of trees (Eastern white pine and Eastern hemlock) are estimated to be well over 200 years old. Route 7 was originally slated to pass through this lovely forest. Through the efforts of local residents, it was saved for future generations. The trail (marked with red) heads south crossing a creek on a small bridge. Soon you reach a T-intersection. Bear right and continue along the top edge of the ravine. The trail drops down to the level of the stream before climbing again and returning you back at the T-intersection. Turn right and head back to the parking area. A short spur trail (marked with white and blue) leads to a housing development off of Rosendale Rd. Trailhead: Take I-87 (Northway) to exit 6. Go west on NY Rte 7 for 4.4 miles. Turn right onto Mohawk Road. After 0.7 miles, turn left on Rosendale Rd. Continue for another 1.1 miles to parking area on left side - 0.3 miles past River Rd. Look for the brown sign (Lisha Kill Preserve). Park in the lot on west side of the old garage. (Lat:42.7965 Lon:-73.8595) Trail Guides for Lisha Kill Preserve: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Nature Conservancy of New York (518) 272-0195 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by George Senft, who has posted 26 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Patience on 8/3/2008 Beautiful...lots of different verities of mushrooms and fungus. Will do this hike again. peace
Reviewed by Z on 6/1/2008 Hiked early in the morning after a rainy day. Took Cooper (my 1 year old son) on my back. Surprisingly dry and manageable trails. Spectacular forest views and we even say some deer on the start. The trail was quiet for a Sunday morning and we only saw one other hiker as we were on our way out. The BLUE WHITE trail is now a full circle and there is another additional trail added on were RED loops back to the beginning (named FRANKS trail). We did them all and had a blast. Cooper fell asleep half way through. Very peaceful. 
Reviewed by KJ on 2/1/2008 A slice of pine heaven in the middle of Nisky / Schenectady. Peaceful and beautiful in the winter. Have yet to hike the trail in spring / summer. Can't wait to let the dogs swim in the babbling Kill.
Reviewed by JSH on 9/3/2007 We were pleasantly surprised by this hike. It did not feel like we were in nisk/schdy. We went back another two times in one week. Very Very nice. We will be back to see what it looks loke in the fall and winter. 
Reviewed by Emma on 8/26/2007 We took our 2 1/2 yr old and our six yr old on this trail. It was great. A little rooty to say the least but our children did awesome. I did hold my son's hand most of the hike. We loved the well marked trails and used them as teaching aids for our children. It took us a little over an hour as we did a leisure stroll. We WILL do this trail again.
Reviewed by EHS on 8/19/2007 What a delightful and rejuvinating sanctuary! We have been enjoying these trails in all seasons and for an area so close to home, so well marked and as lovely as this, it is definitely a first choice for an easy but refreshing walk. We have never been disappointed and relax here often; depending on the time of day/day of the week I have often had the trails to myself. We are truly lucky to be able to reap the benefits of others having saved this neat forest.
Reviewed by Scott on 7/2/2007 This is a very nice place only minutes from the bustle of city life. It's very pleasant as the paths are pretty clear and easy to follow. There's a couple of downed trees along the way but easy enough to just step right over. I did the entire trail set but red & blue in a little less than 1 hour. So if you want a quick hike this is a place to go.
Reviewed by JBW on 3/1/2007 My husband and I snowshoed here last Saturday (2/24). The trail was well used, easy to follow. We had the place to ourselves which is rare. It seems we always see another car in the lot. It was windy that day but not in the woods which was great. I think this is the most beautiful place in Nisky/Sch'dy area. The parking lot was plowed, trails well marked. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: New York Hiking, New York Trails, New York Hikes, Schenectady County Hiking, Schenectady County Trails, Schenectady County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||