One way is 2.1 miles to the Kings Highway Barrens. Take a right onto the Truax Trail (Green) and follow the trail through the Truax Barrens up to the Kings Highway Barrens. Take a sharp right from the kiosk and walk along Route 155 on the trail for approximately. Head out onto the Blue Loop from the trailhead behind the Discovery Center. Try the new Truax trail! Start at the Discovery Center located at 195 New Karner Road Albany, NY 12205. While most of the trails in the Preserve are easy to moderate a few longer trails give you a bit of a work-out. It is a nice 1.5 hour to 2 hour walk, depending on your speed. This trail is 2.9 miles from begining to end. Take a short detour (800 feet) on the blue trail to reach the overlook and views to the Helderberg Escarpment and Catskill Mountains.Ī nice moderate loop, due primarily to the length and the few dune climbs, is the Yellow Trail at Karner Barrens. This trail provides a great opportunity to learn about the preserve through interpretive signage and offers a glimpse into the unique ecology of the preserve.
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