Stephanie Cohen
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The Best Places to View New York's Fall Foliage
New York CityNew York's Fall foliage colors are exploding. Head to the hills, or at least the Hudson River Valley, to see the season's prettiest colors.
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The Nature Sanctuaries of New York: 6 Easy Escapes
New York CityDiscover the city's softer side at the nature sanctuaries of New York. Pockets of marshes, woodland forests, and meadows offer an easy escape.
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How to Keep Running in New York City Even in Winter
New York CityWhen done right, winter running in NYC can be a great workout and fun pre-season boost. The secret is using group energy to stay on track.
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3 Small Town Escapes Near New York City That Are Perfect for Road Running
New York CityFor New York City runners looking for a break from the concrete routine, here are some small town escapes that offer no crowds and new scenery, guaranteed.
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Ancient History Above the Hudson: The Story Behind New Jersey's Palisades Interstate Park
New York CityFresh air, stunning vistas, and 200 million-year-old rock beds make Palisades Interstate Park a must see for athletes and geologists alike.
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Why You Should Visit Pelham Bay Park
New York CityWith beaches, boardwalks, marshes, and forests, Pelham Bay Park is highly worth a visit for New York City residents.
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The Ramapo Valley Reservation: New Jersey's Hidden Gem
New York CityJust an hour north of New York City, the Ramapo Valley Reservation offers a riverine getaway with excellent hiking trails and gorgeous scenery.
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A Sampling of New York's Best Hiking Bridges
New York CityHiking the bridges of New York offers stunning views from city skylines to lilypads and adds a unique twist to any hike.
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How a Yellow School Bus Will Open up a New World of Adventure for New Yorkers
New York CityThe story of how a new shuttle service—a yellow school bus to be exact—will bring New York City hikers into the interior parts of Harriman State Park.
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3 Trails in New York That Will Have You Walking on Water
New York CityNew York is home to a number of gigantic, soaring dams and even an underground, century-old aqueduct within close proximity to downtown Manhattan.
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4 New York Trails Perfect for Hikers and History Buffs
New York CityNew York has plenty to offer the hiker who moonlights as a history buff. Here, a handful of New York trails that offer solid workouts and a little historical flavor.
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Bicycle Sundays: Dreams Do Come True for New York City Cyclists
New York CityFor 41 years, Westchester County Parks has worked with the city to close down the Bronx River Parkway to motor vehicles on a handful of Sundays from May through September. Their work has finally paid off.
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Exploring the Hudson River Estuaries in a Canoe
New York CityWhether searching for beaver dams or seeking a primitive vibe, there are few better ways to discover the Hudson River estuaries than in a canoe.
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A Paddler's Paradise: Kayaking in New York's Finger Lakes
New York CityHundreds of miles of shoreline spread over 11 lakes makes kayaking in New York's Finger Lakes region a flatwater paddler's dream.