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Town in New York, United States
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Clifton Park is a city in the Hudson Valley in the Capital District region of New York. It is in Saratoga County between Albany and Saratoga Springs in upstate New York. Home of one of the largest school districts in the state, it has plenty of attractions, and close access to Albany and Saratoga.
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An official New York Scenic Bypass, you can walk or drive along the Mohawk River for some fresh air. Just follow the signs.
These 41 acres of land was part of the original Erie Canal. Bring a friend or a dog and explore the trails at any time of the year by foot, ski, or snowshoe.
A prime place for fishing or relaxing by the water.
250 acres of technology free environment to explore.
Located across from the main campus of Shenendehowa School District, this park is a popular place to bring the kids for a picnic in the afternoon and play on the swing set.
Located in the northern part of Clifton Park, this is a popular park for high school kids to play a game of pick up, whether it be football, Frisbee, kickball, or basketball.
This has a little bit of everything. An outdoor concert venue with free concerts every Sunday, 6 softball/baseball fields, a multitude of soccer fields, basketball courts, a full playground and extra room for whatever else you want to play. Also the home of the ice arena and tournaments for a variety of sports.
The capital region's premier ice arena is the home to figure skating, hockey, and free skating. Open year round, go check out the hours to see when you can drop by for some fun.
An 8-screen cinema playing the latest movies.
A must-have in the summer, this trailer serves summer's favorite foods as well as soft serve ice cream. Seating is outside picnic tables under umbrellas so watch the weather!
A perfect place to grab any meal of the day. A home-style diner feel with quick service.
An Italian eatery that makes you feel like you are right at home.
Right off the Mohawk River, a relaxed place to grab a bite to eat and a cold drink while watching the game after a day out.
Serving a full dinner menu all night, an ideal place to unwind after a day of sightseeing.
A quaint coffee shop to hang out with you friends and family and plan your day or talk about anything.
Want to eat some wings and have a drink or two? The Rusty Nail is the place for you.
This mall is the home of many popular shops like American Eagle, Aeropostale and Marshalls.
By car
Located on I-87, it is 10 minutes north of Albany and 15 minutes south of Saratoga Springs.
By train
There are Amtrak stations are in Saratoga and Rensalear. Service runs between Montreal and New York City.
By bus
Greyhound runs through the town with a stop at Exit 8 Park and Ride.
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