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 ~
