Ferris Lake Wild Forest ๐Ÿ“

Encompassing a vast expanse of 147,454 acres, the Ferris Lake Wild Forest is characterized by the presence of ancient spruce stands. These can be observed along the Powley-Piseco Road, the northern banks of Alderbed Stream, the vicinity of Blind Manโ€™s Vly, and the slopes of both Big and Little Alderbed Mountains. Adding to its allure, the region boasts an array of ponds, lakes, and streams, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen year-round.

The Wild Forest accommodates 14.6 miles of hiking trails, along with an extensive 117-mile network of snowmobile trails (many of which are multi-use), catering to various recreational preferences. With 97 primitive campsites, a boat launch, and a boat dock, the area is well-equipped for adventurers. Furthermore, the public can access 10.95 miles of roads, granting motorized entry to this expansive and captivating property.

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Glad I’ve been fully off-the-grid for a few days ๐Ÿ”•

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Glad I’ve been fully off-the-grid for a few days ๐Ÿ”•

One of the benefits of camping on Piseco Powley Road is there is no cell service up here – and with the southern part of the road closed its not like I can duck down to Stratford for a quick text or post. I’ve not been without cell service for this long for some time now and it’s good because it’s allowed me to have some quiet time to think and write without constantly checking social media. Now with having remote work, having cell service is normally a blessing but this has been a true vacation weekend and I’m totally disconnected.

White Pines

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Sunday July 24, 2011 — Piseco-Powley Road — Big Alderbed Lake Trail 🗺 — Clockmill Corners to NY 10 🗺 — Edick Road Swimming Hole 🗺 — Goldmine Stream Falls 🗺 — House Pond Trail 🗺 — Lower Powley Bridge to Sugarbush Mountain 🗺 — Meco Lake Trail (Piseco-Powley Road) 🗺 — Overview Map Piseco-Powley Road 🗺 — Piseco Road Swimming Holes 🗺 — Powley Place - East Canada Creek - Kayak Canoe 🗺 — Sand Lake 🗺 — Sand Lake Trail 🗺 — Sugarbush Mountain to Clockmill Corners 🗺— PDF with All Maps 📚
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Will Powley Road Open End of Summer

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Could Piseco Powley Road be fully open by the autumn hunting season?

I bet those handful of cabin owners on the lower part of Piseco Road past the bridge are looking forward to accessing their cabins again. As are the many people who access the area normally from the south.

This post shows some pictures of the bridge they replaced at Piseco Place and the current southbound end of Powley Road at the Potholers.