Mohawk Towpath Byway

State: New York
Length: 27.7 mi / 44.6 km
Time to Allow: 40 minutes to drive the byway, or a day or two to experience the history

Visit New York's historic canal system and see the locks and bridges that made canal transport possible for almost two centuries. The Mohawk Towpath Byway links scenic, recreational and historic resources. Architecture from the 18th and 19th Centuries endures, as does the landscape and the perseverance of the canal builders.

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• Finding Foliage on the Mohawk Towpath
  

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• The Mohawk Towpath as a Bikepath
  

  On the Mohawk Towpath Byway you’ll find more than just a great place to ride your bike-- you'll also discover the charm, history, and culture of...

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