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Friday, October 17, 2014

Places to go in Upstate New York - John Boyd Thatcher State Park

Things to Do in Upstate New York.....This question can be a challenge sometimes. If you are not an outdoor person, It's even tougher. Hey but if you love the outdoor and natures this is the place to be! Autumn is a beautiful time to visit places in the Upstate. I totally recommend John Boyd Thatcher State Park or Thatcher Park for short


about half hour drive from Albany


Boon @ Thatcher Park



viewing area




the view is simply spectacular. This place reminds me of Saxon Switzerland National Park in east Germany


it's a perfect place for family outing. There are picnic area, camping, playground and BBQ facilities available


one can also do some hiking, suitable for all ages.
The history of the park dated back ca. 400 years, when the trail now known as the Indian Ladder Trail was used by the Mohawk Iroquois Indians to reach the trading post run by Henry Hudson


taking the Indian Ladder trail


the trail is open from May 1 to Nov 15, 8am - sunset





easy walking path











there is supposed to be water falls (Minelot Falls) but in autumn time it's all dried up


view from the base of the cliff





base of the cliff


limestone





one of few underground steams in the area






enjoying the view






end of the trail. the trail takes about 30 - 45 minutes it's very easy and enjoyable





beautiful color of the autumn foliage









dry up steams


we were so lucky that the weather was so good blue skies and autumn foliage but it was a but chilly


wild Queen Anne's lace





:)


one last look before leaving. Thatcher Park is one of the best place to see autumn foliage in Upstate
i would definitely come back again

~ good day ~ 


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