Clifton Park

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Clifton Park is a city in the Hudson Valley in the Capital District region of New York. It is situated in Saratoga County right 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 as well as close access to both Albany and Saratoga.

Get in

By plane

Albany International Airport

By car

Located right along I-87, it is only 10 minutes north of Albany and 15 minutes south of Saratoga Springs.

By train

Amtrak stations are located in both Saratoga and Rensalear. Service runs between Montreal and New York City.

By bus

Greyhoundruns right through the town with a stop at Exit 8 Park and Ride.

See

The Mohawk River runs right through Clifton Park, creating many nature preserves and reservoirs.

Mohawk TowpathRecently added as an official New York Scenic Bypass, you can walk or drive along the Mohawk river for some fresh air. Just follow the signs!
Visher Ferry Nature and Historic Preserve

address: Riverview Road
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.
Stony Creek ReservoirA prime place for fishing or relaxing by the water.
Dwaas Kill Nature Preserve250 acres of technology free environment to explore at one's leisure.
Colin's Park

address: Moe Road
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.
Longkill Park

address: Longkill Road
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.

Do

Clifton Common

address: 7 Clifton Common Blvd.
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.
Clifton Park Ice Arena

address: 16 Clifton Common Blvd
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.
Regal Cinemas

address: 22 Clifton Country Rd
An 8 screen cinema playing the latest movies.

Events

Buy

Clifton Park Center

address: 22 Clifton Country Road
This newly redesigned mall is the home of Regal Entertainment Cinemas as well as many popular shops like American Eagle, Aeropostale and Marshalls. The Cinema has been taken down, however.

Eat

There is about every chain restaurant you can think of there, including over 10 Dunkin' Donuts. However, there are also many original or regional places that you should give a try.

Angel's Food and Ice Cream

address: 5 Southside Dr
A cute ice cream shop where you can make your own kind of ice cream from a variety of mix-ins. Also order food off their backyard bbq type menu.
Country Drive Inn

address: 1455 Vischer Ferry Rd
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!
Halfmoon Diner

address: 231 Grooms Rd
A perfect place to grab any meal of the day. A home-style diner feel with quick service.
Krauses Resaturant and Grove

address: 2 Beach Rd
A waterfront restaurant to watch the sunset as you talk about the catch of the day with fellow fishermen and water enthusiasts.
Mama's Pizza Oven

address: 77 Dunsbach Rd
An Italian eatery that makes you feel like you are right at home.
Salty's Pub and Galley

address: 215 Guideboard Rd
Authentic seafood as well as a little bit of everything else. Perfect place for the whole family.

Drink

Klamsteam Tavern and Marina

address: 32 Clamsteam Rd
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.
Pam's Pub

address: 1536 Crescent Rd
Serving a full dinner menu all night, an ideal place to unwind after a day of sightseeing.
Mocha Lisa's

address: 1683 Route 9
A quaint coffee shop to hang out with you friends and family and plan your day or talk about anything.
The Rusty Nail

address: 1781 Route 9
Want to eat some wings and have a drink or two? The Rusty Nail is the place for you.

Sleep

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

address: 18 Clifton Park Village Road
Hampton Inn Clifton Park

address: 620 Plank Road
Comfort Suites

address: 7 Northside Drive
The Inn Clifton Park

phone: +1 518 373-0222

address: 41 Fire Rd. - Old Rt. 146
Best Western Clifton Park

address: 617 Plank Road
Halfmoon Residential Inn

address: Rte. 9

Go next

Saratoga Springs Home of the famous Saratoga Race Track, there is also Saratoga State Park, Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Yaddo, and the picturesque Broadway full of shops.
Lake George The perfect summer destination with attractions such as Americade, water parks, beaches, and tons of shopping.
Albany The state capital is full of museums, parks, night life, and other city like activities.