Wilcox Lake Wild Forest

Wilcox Lake Wild Forest is located in the southeastern part of the Central Adirondacks and is made up of approximately 140,000 acres of State Forest Preserve lands in Warren, Hamilton, Saratoga and Fulton Counties. Nearby communities include Stony Creek, Thurman, Bakers Mills, Day, Wells, Hope Falls, and Northville.

Wilcox Lake Wild Forest is bounded on the north by NY 8, on the east by the Hudson River, on the south by the Adirondack Park Blue Line, and on the west by NY 30. This wild forest offers many recreational opportunities, including hiking to the fire tower on Hadley Mountain, camping on Wilcox Lake, and ice fishing on Garnet Lake. With over forty-five miles of marked trails available, there are countless opportunities for hiking, skiing, and snowmobiling in the unit.

Outhouse

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I didn't dare open it. I can only guess why the door is propped closed.

Taken on Friday April 17, 2009 at Hadley Mountain.

Garner Hill

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This interesting little peak is Garner Hill, at least so would appear from the Topo Map.

Taken on Friday April 17, 2009 at Hadley Mountain.

Pointed Mountains

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One of the more interesting features is how pointed the mountains are, at least compared to the Catskills from Hadley Mountain.

Taken on Friday April 17, 2009 at Hadley Mountain.

Bare Mountain Top

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The part of the mountain most visited is worn down to the exposed face. I spend several hours soaking up the sun on this beautiful day.

Taken on Friday April 17, 2009 at Hadley Mountain.

South Views

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Looking down from the fire tower, at the Ranger's cabin and the southern foothills of the Adirondacks.

Taken on Friday April 17, 2009 at Hadley Mountain.