Hiking Around the Unbelievable Green Lakes State Park | Syracuse, NY

[@AdamHoyt]

I couldn’t believe how deep into the lakes I could see!

[@JohmathanBSwift]

Have you had the chance to go to Skaneateles Lake Syracuse? I'm not sure about the hiking trails, but you can see the bottom ofthe lake 20 feet out from shore. There's a Doug's Fish Fry in the center of Skaneateles, or they used to be. Good Haddock. Good price. Then there's Beaver Lake Nature trails and Higland Forest. Those were nice back then also. Subbed and belled ya. BTW, Green Lakes is a lot of fun. The Erie Cannal is right across from the Green Lake gates. A bunch of posion ivy, but as long as you know what to look for, it's fun to see the old locks also.

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

Freshwater Coral wow, so beautiful and clear. Thanks for sharing.

[@AdamHoyt]

So actually these reefs are not made by coral! That is what happens in the oceans, coral are actually little animals. These reefs are the result of a reaction of certain bacteria in the lakes and the many minerals in the water since the source of the water is mostly from underground. Its a very unique phenomena.

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

@@AdamHoyt well I'll be, learned something new. You just associate words Reef with Coral. But mind you this led to a 20 minute read on the formation of the lake and surrounding area. A great vlog and thank you for the additional information Adam. Appreciated. 👍

[@AdamHoyt]

@@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling yes as I was making the video I had to go back in and re-record the voice over when I noticed I said coral reef and redid I it to make sure I just said a reef haha. When you do the hike they have tons of informational signs about the unique geology and happenings of the lakes to read as well.

[@keithwood6459]

I grew up a mile or two from these lakes. They are amazing and apparently quite deep and steep sided under the water. The reef has unusual rock formations, almost bubbly looking. At that point there are small springs feeding fresh water into the lake. I think there is some reaction or bacterial thing happening that builds those formations. I remember sitting in that shallow water on a hot day.

[@AdamHoyt]

That's so cool. They were some of the most unique lakes I had ever visited in my life. I saw the bacterial reefs that you talked about. Glad I could help you relive such nice memories.

[@thomaswick4260]

I grew up in Cicero and spent many summers at Green Lakes great memories swinging and playing frisbee golf.

[@Outdooracademe]

This is great! Thanks for doing this video.

[@ervinslens]

Fantastically narrated and filmed video my friend 👌👌

[@AdamHoyt]

Thanks once again for enjoying it!

[@FollowThomas]

This truly looks incredibly green, clear and beautiful. Very pretty. Very enjoyable hike even just watching it. 👍

[@AdamHoyt]

Glad you enjoyed it! It's even better in person was taking my breath away!

[@KristinaAdventures]

nice shots and footage! thanks for your efforts in filming and editing this video, really enjoyed it and can't wait for more 😁🙏

[@AdamHoyt]

Glad you liked it! Can’t wait to show you more!

[@l.k.garrepy3658]

I go there frequently and in all seasons. Besides the lake trails, there are loads of trails in the forest and the fields. So easy to access.

[@ngb09229]

The music in this video is 🔥!! Reminds me of a Nintendo RPG lol. I'm visiting the park this weekend, can't wait to run the trails.

[@AdamHoyt]

I'm glad you like the video gamey choices haha. always makes me feel like I'm about to go on an adventure! Hope you had fun!

[@ngb09229]

@AdamHoyt We had a great time and I ran the entire trail! Such beautiful lakes.

[@cathymolina9139]

Very pretty lake. N.H.has Newfound lake which is really clean as well.

[@AdamHoyt]

Oo I’ll have to go check that one out!

[@sethyeazel]

great video, thank you!!

[@AdamHoyt]

Glad you liked it!

[@sethyeazel]

@@AdamHoyt we went a few weeks ago and loved it. one of my favorite parks ever! thank you so much again.

[@terrymorton7444]

I wanna go swimming and snorkeling there.

[@AdamHoyt]

You should! But even cooler they have glass bottom kayaks you can rent!

[@unknowntrail84]

Very nice. however. If you are looking for elevation you can continue past the smaller lake to several elevated trails.

[@AdamHoyt]

Thanks for the tip!

[@bzzb8]

Had swimming lessons there when i was a youngin .And miles more of trails!

[@AdamHoyt]

So many more trails for me to explore!

[@av98]

Nice one Adam.

[@AdamHoyt]

Thanks 👍 glad you enjoyed it!

[@themetalhead1463]

I used to go swimming here in the 80's when I was a kid. I peed a lot in there.

[@AdamHoyt]

dang!

[@biangurugames]

Have parts for swim?

[@AdamHoyt]

Yes there is a beach with life guards near the parking lot.

[@paulpi3118]

Are dogs allowed.in parks. You know how NY is...

[@AdamHoyt]

I do not have a dog myself and do not usually make these videos with dog issues in mind. But the NY state park website seems to indicate that dogs are allowed at Green lakes on leashes. parks.ny.gov/parks/greenlakes/details.aspx

[@alanwilliamson6421]

I brought my dogs a million times, there's poop bags and trash cans along the trail!

[@elementsoflife000]

Hidden leaf village

[@AdamHoyt]

Hmm