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Welcome to the Empire State WATER TRAIL
A 1,700-mile paddler's dream, extending from the Canadian border through New York City to Long Island and from Albany to Buffalo.
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Empire State Water Trail
New York State invites you to explore our waterways through this interactive website, where you will learn about the incredible experiences to be had by kayak or canoe across the state. The Empire State Water Trail offers paddling experiences for all ages and ability levels.
The Empire State Water Trail is a 1,700-mile series of interconnected, locally managed water trails spanning the state from the Canadian border in the north to
New York City and Long Island in the south and from Albany in the east to Buffalo in the west.
The waters of New York State are many and varied, some are only suitable for experienced kayakers in sea kayaks. See our Safety Info page and our partner water trail’s websites for more information.
Partner Water Trails include:
Hudson River Greenway Water Trail
Lake Champlain Water Trail
NYS Canalway Water Trails
New York City Water Trail
South Shore Blueway Water Trail
Come visit for a day or a week; you'll want to come back for a lifetime! We welcome all paddlers to use the services and information offered on this site, and we hope it helps you enjoy your time on the water.
The Empire State Water Trail was developed to provide a variety of paddling experiences to paddlers of all ages and ability levels, while providing a single source for information on New York's Water Trails.
Try the interactive PLAN YOUR TRIP feature that will help you decide where to launch and take-out, including tide information and real-time weather, too.
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The waters of New York State are many and varied, some are only suitable for experienced kayakers in sea kayaks. See our Safety Info page and our partner water trail’s websites for more information.
Partner Water Trails include:
Hudson River Greenway Water Trail
Lake Champlain Water Trail
NYS Canalway Water Trails
New York City Water Trail
South Shore Blueway Water Trail
VISITING THE STATE? NEW TO KAYAKING? Why not rent a kayak or canoe and enjoy an hour or two on one of New York's many water trails? There are several businesses that offer boat and equipment rentals, and instruction/guided tours.
Come visit for a day or a week; you'll want to come back for a lifetime! We welcome all paddlers to use the services and information offered on this site, and we hope it helps you enjoy your time on the water.
The Empire State Water Trail was developed to provide a variety of paddling experiences to paddlers of all ages and ability levels, while providing a single source for information on New York's Water Trails. Try the interactive PLAN YOUR TRIP feature that will help you decide where to launch and take-out, including tide information and real-time weather, too.