What you should know
- New York will provide a new free shuttle service for people who want to travel to see fall foliage in the Adirondacks starting the first weekend of October in North Hudson.
- Shuttle services will run the first two weekends of October from the Frontier Town Gateway to Giant Mountain, Roaring Brook Falls and the Rooster Comb trailheads, as well as the Marcy Field parking lot.
- Learn more about the transport program e find a route map and transportation schedule on the DEC website here.
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NEW YORK – The autumn beauty mainly occurs by the change in color of the leaves of the trees.
There is no doubt that New York is a state with wonderful places to enjoy those colors and the Adirondacks area is one of the most beautiful.
The good news is that the state will provide a new free shuttle service to people who want to travel to see fall foliage in the Adirondacks starting the first weekend of October in North Hudson.
Shuttle services will run the first two weekends of October from the Frontier Town Gateway to Giant Mountain, Roaring Brook Falls and the Rooster Comb trailheads, as well as the Marcy Field parking lot.
“The most beautiful fall foliage in the world is right here in our state, and New Yorkers deserve to enjoy the scenery safely and affordably,” Governor Hochul said. “To ensure the safety of residents and visitors to the Adirondacks, New York and our many local partners are launching a new transportation service in October that will help prevent congestion along the busy High Peaks corridors and will continue to provide higher quality to the public. open this season foliage.
The Fall Foliage Shuttle stops at the same departure points as the Route 73 Hiker Shuttle from Marcy Field, but the route offers greater access for visitors to further alleviate unsafe and illegal parking in the Route 73 corridor. October shuttle will loop Saturday, Sunday 1 and 2 October and Saturday, Sunday and Monday 8, 9 and 10 October from 7:00 to 19:00 dogs. Each shuttle has a capacity of 20 passengers and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Fall Foliage Transportation Program is an expansion of the Fall Foliage Transportation Program. Shuttle for hikers on route 73 which was first tested in 2021, providing a free option for hikers who can’t find parking at the start of their desired route or who want to simplify their experience when parking and traveling to their destination.
Route 73 Hiker Shuttle operates Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays through the Columbus Day weekend from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Reservations are not required.
Administrators are stationed at Marcy Field to help hikers navigate the transportation system and educate about responsible recreation, including preparation, walking safety, and principles. Leave no trace. Learn more about the transport program e find a route map and transportation schedule on the DEC website here.
The system Shuttle for hikers on route 73 complements a long-standing service provided by the city of Keene that provides transportation to and from the city-owned Garden Trailhead from the Marcy Field parking area. The city shuttle operates in conjunction with the Route 73 transit system from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays when the Garden parking lot is full. Well-behaved dogs on a leash are allowed on the city shuttle.
The shuttle offers hikers the opportunity to experience fall foliage from its best vantage point, on the trail, without the hassle of driving and parking at crowded departure points. It is one of many initiatives implemented in the Adirondacks and Catskills this year to help protect public safety and promote sustainable recreation.
The transportation system was one of the recommendations in the High Peaks Advisory Group (HPAG) final report on promoting sustainable recreation in Adirondack Park.
To ensure safe and sustainable recreation, New Yorkers can visit I love our New York lands learn to respect the lands of New York, take less traveled paths, practice Leave no TracesTM and giving back through volunteer work and management.
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