Train watching locations around Albany, NY

Where are some good train watching locations around Albany, NY along the ex D&H and Conrail Lines? I will be in Albany the week of August 5, 2002.

Thank you in advance.

hello terry, i’am not sure of albany but just south of the city off ny state thruway 87-is a small town of selkirk ny–has big csx yard-trains arrive from boston line -river line and buffalo ny line-hope this helps keith

Hi,

Selkirk is a good location. It also has a three bridges running across. One at the south end, one at the north end and one near the engine terminal. I preferred the north end north of the bridge with trains entering and leaving the yard. The tracks are accessible through an industrial area.

Udo