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Plan Empire State Trail Trips With Closures
The Empire State Trail map shows route segments, while the closures page helps riders and walkers avoid surprise detours.
Published June 23, 2026 · Last verified June 23, 2026
The Empire State Trail is easier to use when the route and closure pages are checked together. The official map breaks the route into Hudson Valley Greenway, Erie Canalway, and Champlain Valley sections, with segment links and a route-and-distance tool. Trail sections may be temporarily closed for construction or repairs, sometimes for several weeks or longer, and that detours may not always be signed. Before a long ride or walk, pick the segment on the map, read the current closure list, and save the relevant local detour.
On on-road sections, check comfort with traffic and crossings before bringing a child, dog, or less confident rider.
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