Hiking Trails Around Binghamton
/Parks Within a 30-Minute Drive:
Salt Springs State Park
Salt Springs State Park has a couple beautiful trails along the sides of the river, and you can create your own going through the river ;). There is a lucky rock with decades of pennies slowly molding to it. I love placing a blanket next to the falls and spending an afternoon meditating and journaling.
Wolfe Park
This park had been closed to the public for years due to a collapsed bridge, but is finally reopened because they built a new one. Most of the trails in this park lead to serene walks through the forest. But if you want a walk by the river you’ll need to create your own trail. This is the perfect spot to bring a book and sit on the rocks.
Stair Park
Stair park is the perfect spot for a picnic and another DIY trail if you want to follow the stream to more waterfalls. Since it is so close to the University it is a great spot to go for a walk between classes.
The Binghamton University Nature Preserve
This nature preserve was my favorite spot when I was living on campus. Setting up a hammock in the trees by the lake was my ideal evening after a long day of classes. During the spring there are plenty of baby birds, turtles, fish, salamanders, and snakes to watch their first steps.
Otsiningo Park
If you’re looking for a chill walk or a picturesque trail to skateboard - Otsiningo Park is the place to be. A long paved trail encompasses a beautiful lake speckled with Weeping Willows.