The Top 8 Lakes in Albany County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Albany County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Albany County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 7, 2025
Washington Park is an 89 acre park in the center of Albany. The park is full of beautifully sculpted hedges and well maintained lawns. The park is home to over …
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Washington Park Lake is a 5.2 acre, man-made lake in Washington Park in Albany. There are foot and cycle paths along the banks of the lake. Swimming is not allowed …
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"The Lake" in the park (kind of looks more like a pond) is a small reservoir with multiple picnic areas and trails circling the waters, and there is a main …
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Lincoln Pond is surrounded by beautiful 80 year old pine and spruce forests. It's a little muddy in places, but overall you'll have a great hike. Very well marked.
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Partridge Run is not a nature preserve, but a state wildlife refuge. It is a wildlife habitat for hunting as well as observing. The main hunting season is in the …
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Part of the trails in the park are dirt, and some are paved. The park is located close to the interstate, so it can get noisy but isn't as bad …
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Rensselaer Lake Dam is located on the eastern end of Six Mile Waterworks Park. The park includes a couple bridges and trails right up next to the water, but the …
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Easy hike with some ups and downs and with pretty ponds and streams. You hike over old forest roads or sometimes natural paths. Don't forget the bug spray.
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