WMS Map: Old Fox Lair Site
About Old Fox Lair Site ....
Now mostly known for the campsites and open fields and dense woods that the turkeys and wildlife like.
Helpful Hint: While I suggest you look on blog for a downloadable PDF Map, you should be able to print or save this map by clicking the print button on the map above.
Data Sources
Road Trip to Coal Country by Nate Matthews - You can download the KMZ File used in creation of this map.
NY Aerial (2020) - High-resolution aerial photography from NYSGIS, photos taken with leaves off in spring time between the years 2016-2020. NYSGIS. WMS Service: https://orthos.its.ny.gov/ArcGIS/services/wms/Latest/MapServer/WMSServer, Layer: 0,1,2,3
3DEP Elevation Hillshade. LIDAR and legacy USGS DRG Topo Derived hillshades used as a background. DEM - WMS Service: https://elevation.nationalmap.gov/arcgis/services/3DEPElevation/ImageServer/WMSServer, Layer: 3DEPElevation:Hillshade Gray
Full List of WMS and ArcMap Services - CSV Spreadsheet with all web map services currently used on the blog.
More about East Branch Sacandaga River...
Stretching between Wevertown and Wells along NY 8, the East Branch of Sacandaga River offers a picturesque route hosting roadside campsites and trailheads to secluded spots. While proximity to a well-maintained state highway makes these campsites accessible during shoulder seasons and winter (with snow shovel), traffic noise can be a drawback. The river features noteworthy sites like Griffin Falls, Cod Pond, the captivating Stewart Creek, the ruins of Fox Lair Camp, the East Branch Trail leading to East Branch Falls, and scenic Eleventh Mountain. This scenic drive intertwines nature and exploration, inviting travelers to discover hidden gems along the East Branch of Sacandaga River.
Maps and Interactives
Woodland Valley – DEC Campground
Where I camped this past weekend
Original Routing of Route 8 Along East Branch Sacandaga
Old Fox Lair Site
Georgia Creek Trail
Foxlair
Fox Lair Estate – 1954 Thirteenth Lake Topo
Camping Opporunities Along East Branch Sacanadaga River
Always been a bit curious about the old routing of NY 8 through Fox Lair
Fox Lair Campsites On Former Fox Lair Estate – Overlaid On Aerial Photo From 1942
Fox Lair
East Branch Sacandaga River
Percent of Land Forested – New York State Counties in 2021
Fox Lair Campsites
East Branch Sacandaga River – NY 8
East Branch Gorge Trail
Eagle Pond Trail
Cod Pond Trailhead Camping Opporunities
... photos, maps and other content from from East Branch Sacandaga River.