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Summary: Peebles Island is a nature-lover's treasure. The Perimeter Trail winds through open meadows, a hardwood forest, along cliff tops, and past river rapids in it's two-mile loop. White-tail deer, beaver, skunks, hawks, owls and water fowl can be spotted, especially in the early morning hours. Numerous trails criss-cross the island and are preferable during the summer months when the park receives a high volume of visitors. Fishing with a permit is allowed, and picnic tables are available along the route. Though located within eye-shot of nearby towns, the rapids at the southeast shore drown out the sound of traffic, and three nearby uninhabited islands offer wilderness views to the west. Thus protected, Peebles Island offers nature walks that are both diverse and serene. Trailhead: Follow Route 787 north into Cohoes. Go right onto Ontario Street, then left onto Delaware Avenue just before crossing the Hudson River. Peebles Island parking lot is at the end of Delaware Ave. (Lat:42.78494 Lon:-73.68098) Trail Guides for Peebles Island Perimeter Trail: Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Peebles Island State Park & Resource Center, 518-237-8643 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jennifer Hanson, who has posted 4 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 3 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by TJ Gill on 10/28/2009 This place sucks. It has that "Waterford" smell about it. Too many scumbags walking around to really enjoy yourself! 
Reviewed by Jai on 5/8/2009 Great easy going walk. Very close to home. However, as with most all spots locally, Check for those nasty ticks. Happy Aventuring.
Reviewed by dee on 5/5/2009 I love bringing my dog here for a walk. i dont think i could walk it in the winter, but my dog loves it. I'm there almost every weekend.
Reviewed by Laura on 6/10/2008 Beautiful walk - river views, can get down into the water, very refreshing. Picnic afterwards. Has everything except swimming for a spring/early summer/fall day. Am looking forward to going back again soon. 
Reviewed by SH on 10/14/2007 We had a nice, one hour hike here today. It was easy for the kids, 5-8 to keep up and plenty to see with the small waterfall and dam and a bit of autumn color. We would hike here again.
Reviewed by Paul on 8/19/2007 Visited for 1st time this afternoon. Saw 2 deer almost immediately upon entering park. Falls were low, but this actually allowed folks to walk out to center of river on dry rock. VG map of trails available at visitor center, though it's not clear from map that a "side trail" - that actually takes you closer to the eastern perimeter of the island than the "perimeter trail" does - is accessible from the south side of the visitor center. Also, while mapquest does not show this, the park is also accessible from the north via a bridge connecting Peebles Island to the Waterford Harbor Visitors Center. In fact, one can park at WHVC and walk over to Peebles if one cannot afford the $6 parking fee charged to park on island on weekends.
Reviewed by BabyHiker on 7/29/2007 Baby & I were here this evening, saw at least 4 deer...very pretty!
Reviewed by BB on 4/13/2007 I like the views. The dogs love the walk. I like longer hikes. 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, Saratoga County Hiking, Saratoga County Trails, Saratoga County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||