The cabin is not right at the top, but just below it, right off the South Taconic Trail. When you see the sign, you just go another 50 feet, and your on top of Alander Mountain, which runs a 1/2 mile in each direction from here with spectacular views.
Taken on Sunday September 13, 2009 at Alander Mountain.
While I didn't get a picture inside of the cabin because folks where still packing. There is a nice woodstove in their, and lots of cooking tools. There also was partially full bottles of liquor, among other things, but I'm not sure if I would drink it, as it probably would make you blind.
Taken on Sunday September 13, 2009 at Alander Mountain.
There is a free cabin you can stay at up on Alander Mountain, even in the winter. It has a nice little woodstove, and bunk beds for 6. Looked decent enough, although more people should obey the "Lug It In, Lug It Out" policy of Mass DCR and not leave all their whiskey and rum bottles there. Also, they have posted that alcohol is prohibited on cabin, something that is clearly well followed from the number of empty bottles around.
Taken on Sunday September 13, 2009 at Alander Mountain.
This sign, made out of tin with holes tapped in it warns hikers that you won't find any more water going up Alander Mountain, with another 500 feet of elevation to gain. This can be a bummer for those staying at the cabin at the top of the mountain.
Taken on Sunday September 13, 2009 at Alander Mountain.
Usually Mass DCR does a good job signing things, as was the case along the main Alander Mountain trail.
Taken on Sunday September 13, 2009 at Alander Mountain.
This is an alternative campsite you can stay along the trail.
Taken on Sunday September 13, 2009 at Alander Mountain.
This primitive camp-site is 1 1/2 miles from the start of the trail, and is a 40 minute walk according to the photo date stamp from the parking area.
Taken on Sunday September 13, 2009 at Alander Mountain.