The Crossings of Colonie: A Pristine Park Close to Albany
The Crossings of Colonie, located in Loudonville just outside of Albany, has everything you could want in a park: walking trails, a playground, a maze, a farmers market, marshy wetlands, woodlands, and wildflowers.
Visit this 130-acre park and enjoy all this well-maintained, peaceful setting has to offer!
Multi-Use Trails, Fun for Kids & A Farmers Market
The 6.5 miles of trails are used for walking, running, biking, and inline skating. They meander through the whole park, so it's easy to stop and enjoy the views of the pond, or check out the orchard.
As you enter The Crossings from Albany-Shaker Road you'll see the wooden fence that runs along the orchard, which offers panoramic views of the Helderberg Escarpment.
There is a state-of-the-art, barrier-free playground appropriate for ages 5 through 12, with plenty of swings, climbing structures, and spring riders.
Editor's Note 12/04/24: Please note, the above maze has been removed, as the shrubbery was getting old and worn out. There are plans in place to put something new in place of the maze for summer 2025. Stay tuned!
Little ones can also explore the Hoffman Family Maze, a medium-sized shrubbery maze designed for kids.
In addition, there are pavilions and a gazebo, charcoal grills, a facility available to rent for events, and a farmers market on Saturdays.
The Colonie Farmers Market operates at The Crossings from mid-May to mid-September, with around 40 vendors selling product, craft spirits, and more.
Know the Rules & Enjoy the Park
The Crossings is open from 8am to dusk. Leashed dogs are allowed and must be picked up after. There is no fishing, boating, wading, or swimming allowed in the pond. Biking, jogging, and inline skating must be done on designated trails. The use of facilities and pavilions requires a permit. Drones are prohibited.
Please adhere to these rules and help keep this special park a memorable place to visit for years to come.
For more info, including on renting out a pavilion, visit: https://www.colonie.org/departments/parksandrec/thecrossings/
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