South Mountain Road Switchback
From up above on the South Mountain Road.
Saturday August 28, 2010 — Ashland Pinnacle State ForestFrom up above on the South Mountain Road.
Saturday August 28, 2010 — Ashland Pinnacle State ForestThere are some nice views of the Schoharie Valley due to the recent logging. These views will probably be gone within 2-3 years.
Saturday August 28, 2010 — Ashland Pinnacle State ForestThat's one of the peaks outside of Catskill Park that's privately owned, but quite noticeable.
Saturday August 28, 2010 — Ashland Pinnacle State ForestThis sign is seen driving up County Route 23A when it becomes the DEC Truck Trail over South Mountain. It's only recent that the state has allowed seasonal use highways to be closed on November 1st, but I'm sure from the sign they want to make it clear that people should not be driving up this steep road when its covered with ice or snow.
Saturday August 28, 2010 — Ashland Pinnacle State ForestThis portion of the truck trail over South Mountain, as it starts to descend into the Schoharie Valley is quite steep. You can see part of the vast expanse that has recently been logged.
Saturday August 28, 2010 — Ashland Pinnacle State Forest