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This past week, I made a trip up to Lieber State Recreation Area to hike the new Trout Lily trail.

Within the dense greenery of this forested New York preserve hides shimmering lakes, manicured trails, and plenty to appeal to outdoorsy thrillseekers.

Officials said the trail had been in disrepair for many years, due in part to damage caused by past hurricanes.