The reds of the maple highlight the danger that low head dams pose to kayakers and wildlife. This dam probably exists to provide water to canal, or maybe it's historical. I don't know, but looking from upstream, you would never realize there is a dam there except for some warning sides. That said, the Mohawk is a mix of rapids and falls around Peebles Island.

The reds and yellows of the trees framed the landscape as I looked out at Harmony Mills and Cohoes from Peebles Island.

While often crowded during the beautiful weather on Saturday, Peebles Island did offer a chance to enjoy some solitude walking in the park.