🌤 Weather at Glens Falls Feeder Canal Trail by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18–71 °F | 52–84 °F | 24–74 °F | 6–37 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Glens Falls Farm, 3 mi away, elevation 504 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
The Glens Falls Feeder Canal Trail is a seven-mile towpath trail from the Feeder Dam in Queensbury to Fort Edward, on New York State Canal Corporation land and cared for by the Feeder Canal Alliance.
Quick Facts
| State | New York |
| Nearest City | City of Glens Falls |
| County | Warren County |
| Park Size | 7 miles |
| Established | 1987 |
Location & Getting There
Glens Falls Feeder Canal Trail is located near City of Glens Falls, New York. The park’s coordinates are 43.3079, -73.6267.
Things to Do
New York’s state park system is one of the largest and most diverse in the nation, spanning glacier-carved gorges in the Finger Lakes, the wild Adirondack backcountry, dramatic Hudson Valley cliffs, sweeping Long Island beaches, and Niagara Falls. Activities range widely: hiking dramatic gorge trails with waterfalls at every turn, swimming at supervised lake and ocean beaches, fishing in world-class trout streams and bass lakes, camping in old-growth forests, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter, mountain biking through rolling terrain, rock climbing at the Shawangunk Ridge, kayaking the Thousand Islands, and golfing at scenic state park courses. Many parks also feature historic estates, Revolutionary War sites, and nature centers with educational programs.
Best Time to Visit
New York’s parks transform dramatically with the seasons. Summer (June–August) is peak season for swimming, waterfalls, and camping — gorge parks like Watkins Glen and Letchworth are busiest during this time. Fall (September–October) brings world-class foliage, especially in the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley, peaking mid-to-late October. Spring (April–May) delivers peak waterfall flow and wildflower blooms, though many gorge trails don’t fully open until mid-May. Winter (December–March) turns Adirondack parks into cross-country skiing and snowshoeing paradises. Note that many gorge trails and swimming areas are closed November through May for safety — always check the park website before visiting.
Visitor Tips
The Feeder Canal Trail is not a state park, so New York State Parks fees and the Empire Pass do not apply. The Feeder Canal Alliance has maps and access points for walking, biking and paddling.
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Wildlife & Nature
Glens Falls Feeder Canal Trail — a 7-mile trail following the 1832 Feeder Canal that supplied water to the Champlain Canal. The trail — one of the best-preserved canal segments in New York — passes through wooded corridors and historic locks. Great blue herons fish the canal. Beavers dam the waterway. Painted turtles bask on logs.
Nearby Attractions
Glens Falls — adjacent — has the Hyde Collection art museum. Lake George — 5 miles north — has the “Queen of American Lakes.” Saratoga Springs — 20 miles south. Moreau Lake SP — 5 miles south.
Nearby parks: If you have extra time, Moreau Lake State Park is a short drive away, and Lake George Beach Day Use Area is a short drive away.
Park Location
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