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Summary: Partridge Run is a state forest about 45 minutes from Albany. Most of the trails are old roads - gravel or just dirt. In the winter, they are used by snow mobilers and x-country skiers. Mountain biking is also popular here. At the trailhead is a map, and paper copies may be available. There are several other parking areas and trailheads in this area - leading to different hikes than described here. Some of the trails are rutted from illegal ATV use. For this trip I did a clock-wise loop visiting many of ponds (Wood Duck Pond, White Birch Pond, Fawn Lake, Tubbs Pond, Wood Pond, Becker Pond). There is a pretty waterfall near Partridge Run Road. A path leads down to it at the "No Camping" sign. Part of this hike was along the Long Path (marked with aqua paint). Trailhead: From Albany, take Rte 20 (Western Ave) west toward Guilderland. Turn left onto Rte 146 West. In Altamont, contine on Rte 156 west toward Berne. Turn right onto Rte 443 west. After 0.8 miles, turn left onto CR 9 (Canady Hill Rd). After 0.5 miles, turn left onto CR 1 (Switzkill Rd). In 1.5 miles, bear right onto CR 6 (Ravine Rd). The trailhead is on the left in about 2.2 miles (near intersection with CR 13). (Lat:42.5745 Lon:-74.155) Trail Guides for Partridge Run: The Long Path Guide by Herb Chong - Editor (New York-New Jersey Trail Conference) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Ranger Contact: NYS DEC Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by George Senft, who has posted 26 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 2 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by JC on 6/1/2006 May 29th, 2006. The "Loop" was not clear at all. We ended up back-tracking hopefully to find our way back. Never did find the waterfall. The worst experience was the millions and millions of caterpillars hanging from and eating the trees. Would definitely not recommend until the caterpillars are gone. 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, Albany County Hiking, Albany County Trails, Albany County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
