Fox Lair Estate – 1954 Thirteenth Lake Topo  🗺️

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Helpful Hint: While I suggest you look on blog for a downloadable PDF Map, you should be able to print or save this map by clicking the print button on the map above.

Data Sources

Road Trip to Coal Country by Nate Matthews - You can download the KMZ File used in creation of this map.

Historical USGS Topographic Maps - You can browse all historical USGS topographic maps or you can bulk download them on HTTP Directory/Amazon Cloud or using an FTP Client. Retrieved via USGS ArcMap Image Server: https://utility.arcgis.com/usrsvcs/servers/88d12190e2494ce89374311800af4c4a/rest/services/USGS_Historical_Topographic_Maps/ImageServer/ with parameters: mosaicRule: {"mosaicMethod":"esriMosaicCenter","where": "OBJECTID = 114546","ascending":true,"mosaicOperation":"MT_FIRST"}

OpenStreetMap - Map data: © OpenStreetMap, SRTM | Map style: © OpenTopoMap (CC-BY-SA). XYZ Tiles: https://{s}.tile.openstreetmap.org/{z}/{x}/{y}.png

3DEP Elevation Hillshade. LIDAR and legacy USGS DRG Topo Derived hillshades used as a background. DEM - WMS Service: https://elevation.nationalmap.gov/arcgis/services/3DEPElevation/ImageServer/WMSServer, Layer: 3DEPElevation:Hillshade Gray

Full List of WMS and ArcMap Services - CSV Spreadsheet with all web map services currently used on the blog.

More about East Branch Sacandaga River...

Stretching between Wevertown and Wells along NY 8, the East Branch of Sacandaga River offers a picturesque route hosting roadside campsites and trailheads to secluded spots. While proximity to a well-maintained state highway makes these campsites accessible during shoulder seasons and winter (with snow shovel), traffic noise can be a drawback. The river features noteworthy sites like Griffin Falls, Cod Pond, the captivating Stewart Creek, the ruins of Fox Lair Camp, the East Branch Trail leading to East Branch Falls, and scenic Eleventh Mountain. This scenic drive intertwines nature and exploration, inviting travelers to discover hidden gems along the East Branch of Sacandaga River.

Download the PDF Map Pack with All Maps from East Branch Sacandaga River.

Map: Cod Pond Trailhead   Camping Opporunities
Map: Eagle Pond Trail
Map: East Branch Gorge Trail
Map: East Branch Sacandaga River - NY 8
Map: Fox Lair Campsites
Terrain Map: East Branch Sacandaga River
Terrain Map: East Branch Sacandaga River
Terrain Map: Fox Lair
Thematic Map: Fox Lair Campsites On Former Fox Lair Estate - Overlaid On Aerial Photo From 1942
Photo: West on East Branch
Photo: Griffin Falls
Photo: Along the East Branch Gorge Trail
Photo: Current mood
Photo: Nice Morning At Camp
Photo: Ledge Above Eagle Pond
Photo: Black Mountain
Photo: Nice Afternoon At Camp
Photo: East Branch
Photo: Nice Spring Day For A Walk On NY 8

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