I was up at my parents and could sneak out for only short periods of time. Not enough time to mountain bike but three short treks at different times still held off any cabin fever.
- Alplaus Kill - Tucker Heights
- Charlton Mill Pond Park
- Conde Creek Sawmill Site
Alplaus Kill - Tucker Heights
In mid morning I revisited the Tucker Heights spot. This is where I wandered as a kid growing up. It is always enchanting… |
| Clay River Banks |
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| Clay River Banks |
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| Mini Dam (how to cross the Creek) |
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| Next Generation! (minnows) |
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| Side by Side Footprints |
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| Crossing back over the mini dam |
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| The Ascent back up to Tucker Heights |
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| "Hogwarts" Tree |
Charlton Mill Pond Park
Charlton Mill Pond Park off of Crane Road is a charming 10+ acre spot. There are remnants of an old mill near the bridge. |
| Holmes Mill Ruins |
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| The Mill Pond Embankment was probably man made in the late 1780s |
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| Rusty Car and Farm Cart Relics |
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| Algae-laden Mill Pond |
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| An Old Carriage Road |
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| Tall Pines - I saw two wild turkeys here! |
Conde Creek
Quite a charming hidden gem right under Sacandaga Road!
Historical Map and Further Info
ReplyDeletehttp://www.vizettes.com/kt/upstateny-history/historical/charlton/charlton-mills.htm
About a quarter mile or less downstream from Sacandaga Road is a 21' waterfall reputedly the highest in Schenectady County. One of my favorite playgrounds in 1940's.
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