Most climbed peaks Popular peaks. Seager. Explore the best trails in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin on TrailLink. It has a relatively remote location, but was the site of the first wooden fire tower in New York state erected by the Balsam Lake Club in 1887. Trailhead: Meadows in the Sky Parkway km 24.6; Balsam Lake picnic site Map Coordinates: 118°8'56"W 51°2'29"N (trailhead) Balsam Lake offers a pleasant stroll completely around a tiny alpine lake. Balsam Lake Mountain Mountain Photos. It is the westernmost of the range's 35 High Peaks. Built of wood by the Balsam Lake Club, it survived until 1901 and was replaced with another wooden tower in 1905. Balsam Lake Mountain is the westernmost in the Catskill Park and the tower offers an unhindered 360-degree view. Balsam Lake Fire Tower Hiking Trail. A cold fall morning is the perfect time to take in the fire tower’s incredible 360° view. Even light snow cover turns Balsam Lake into a glittering winter wonderland. Mount Greylock. Ask JimY542 about Catskill Park. J!!(!0!G! Panther Mountain… Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest, Livingston Manor: Address, Phone Number, Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest Reviews: 4.5/5 195 summits. 0.1: 2547 feet: Trail Register. The GPS coordinates are N42 01.431 W74 35.977. And it’s a cinch to hike. Hiking Trails. This trail is part of the Finger Lakes Trail, but is aka Dry Brook Ridge Trail. Localities in the Area. This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Blackhead . The lodge opened its doors to the public when the Forest Service acquired the dwelling and lake in 1982. The hike can be done in clockwise or counter-clockwise direction. Overlook Mountain. 185 summits. 8 … View detailed trail descriptions, trail maps, reviews, photos, trail itineraries, directions and more on TrailLink. Retrace your steps back down the mountain to the Dry Brook Ridge Trail. Balsam Lake Mountain Trailhead. Graham mountain from Balsam Lake. Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest 0 0.5 1 2 Kilometers 0 0.5 1 2 Miles) Parking Hiking X-Country Skiing Lean To B icy l ng H a nd L u ch Fi reTow Pr im tv eCa ps Balsam Lake Mtn. within 100 mi. With more than 44 Balsam Lake trails covering 787 miles, you’re bound to find a perfect trail like the Gandy Dancer Trail - Southern Section or Interlink Trail. Balsam Lake Mountain Trailhead is at the eastern end of the Beaverkill Road in the Town of Hardenburgh, 8 miles east of Turnwood. The trail head starts from the upper parking lot at the far end. !A 9/2017 Q! To the left of Panther, 24 miles distant, you can also just make out a few Devil’s Path mountains. Since then groups have rented the lodge for meetings, recreation and environmental activities. 189 summits. The descent is more gentle than the ascent but does have some loose dirt which can cause hikers to slip. It is the westernmost of the range's 35 High Peaks. Hadley Mountain. Date of experience: September 2015. Catskill Park: Balsam Lake Mountain - See 8 traveler reviews, 5 candid photos, and great deals for Sundown, NY, at Tripadvisor. To its right, you can see Giant Ledge just poking up from behind a ridge. Reviews (8) Write a review. The nice part of this hike is the beautiful long summit walk with one great view point. Balsam Lake Mountain at ListsOfJohn.com Weather for Balsam Lake Mountain at Mountain-Forecast.com Weather and Snow National Weather Service Forecast NOAA Snow Depth Map Lists that contain Balsam Lake Mountain: Catskill 3500-foot Peaks (Rank #17) Fire Tower Challenge (Adirondack/Catskill) (Rank #6) Catskill Top 102 (Rank #17) To the left of Graham is Panther Mountain. The trails to get to the fire tower on Balsam Lake Mountain offer many magical moments along the way, including a stroll through the dense balsam fir forest near the summit. Explore the shores of Balsam Lake. Balsam Lake Mountain. At one time there was a campground at one end. Seager, New York is a former village in Ulster County, New York, U.S.A. within Catskill Park and the Catskill Mountains. HIKE TO BALSAM LAKE MOUNTAIN: The picture on the … The hike of Balsam Mountain in Ulster county is a loop hike. Slide Mountain. Balsam Lake summit and fire tower. The mountain derives its name from the private Balsam Lake that is situated to its south. Filter reviews . The Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Observation Station is located at the summit of the mountain of that name in the Town of Hardenburgh, New York, United States. Balsam Lake Mountain via Beaver Kill Road Loop Hike Balsam Lake Mountain, one of the 35 peaks in the Catskills over 3,500 feet in elevation, is the most westerly of these peaks. The hike is moderate in ability. Regularly scheduled programs and events including excellent children’s programs are available during the summer season. Discovery Program. Photo: Daniel Case, CC BY-SA 3.0. Hunter Mountain. 244 summits. Its exact height has not been determined, but the highest contour line on topographic maps, 3,720 feet (1,130 m), is usually given as its elevation. Challenges featuring Balsam Lake Mountain. The fire tower on the summit offers a panoramic 360-degree view, and the nearby lean-to provides an opportunity for an overnight stay. Hamlet. Photo: Daniel Case, CC BY-SA 3.0. 0.9: 2890 feet: Reach junction of Balsam Lake Mountain Trail. Climbing photos at Balsam Lake Mountain uploaded by users of mountain-forecast.com Follow Red Discs. Thank JimY542 . Catskill Fire Tower Challenge. Continue on the trail for about .75 miles and you will rejoin the Dry Brook Ridge Trail. MILEAGE CHART FOR BALSAM LAKE MOUNTAIN : Mile Point: Altitude: Notes : 0.00: 2,584’ DEC Parking Lot - Walk across the street to the trailhead. Great Day hike! Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest, Livingston Manor: See 5 reviews, articles, and 5 photos of Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest, ranked No.2 on Tripadvisor among 8 attractions in Livingston Manor. 281 summits. Fishing. Fish for Walleye, Muskellunge, Large and Small Mouth Bass. 0.33: 2,790’ Registration Box. Its exact height has not been determined, but the highest contour line on topographic maps, 3,720 feet (1,130 m), is usually given as its elevation. Adirondack/Catskill Firetower Challenge. The fire tower on the summit offers a panoramic 360-degree view, and the nearby lean-to provides an opportunity for an overnight stay. After a right turn you are back at the trailhead in about .9 miles. Find the travel option that best suits you. The lodge overlooks Balsam Lake and offers spectacular mountain views. -Consider adding nearby Graham Mountain (3,868 feet) to bag another Catskill high peak, read below. Balsam Lake Mountain is one of the Catskill Mountains, located in the Town of Hardenburgh, New York, United States.It is the westernmost of the range's 35 High Peaks.Its exact height has not been determined, but the highest contour line on topographic maps, 3,720 feet (1,130 m), is … Balsam Lake Mountain is situated 1¼ miles north of Balsam Lake. Recreation Near the 8-acre lake are three short hiking trails, several fishing piers and a picnic area. Wild Forest Other Forest Preserve Land !8 ± j! It is located in the town of Hardenburgh, NY in the Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest. Balsam Lake Mountain is one of the Catskill Mountains, located in the Town of Hardenburgh, New York, United States. Balsam Lake Mountain, one of the 35 peaks in the Catskills over 3,500 feet in elevation, is the most westerly of these peaks. The DEC website states: “Balsam Lake Mountain fire tower is the first forest fire tower in New York State and was erected in 1887. Winter hikes to the tower are absolutely spectacular. Balsam Lake Mountain is the westernmost in the Catskill Park and the tower offers an unhindered 360 degree view. Balsam Lake Mountain is one of the Catskill Mountains, located in the Town of Hardenburgh, New York, United States. From 10 miles away, you get a very clear view of its size and shape. Graham Mountain is the seventh highest of the Catskill High Peaks and the highest privately owned mountain in the range. There are pros and cons to each direction depending upon the time of year. View from along Mill Brook Ridge Trail near Balsam Lake Mountain . Balsam Lake Mountain in Highmount area has an easy trail to the top of it's 3700 foot peak. Graham Mountain is situated 2½ miles east of Balsam Lake Mountain. Balsam Lake Mountain is found in the far reaches of the western Catskill Park. 2.10: 3,365' Trail Junction : 2.75: 3,754' Summit of Balsam Lake Mtn - Fire Tower - Ranger Station : 3.58: 3,343’ Trail Junction : 5.80: 2,584’ DEC Parking Lot. Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest contains more than 13,500 acres of "forever wild" Forest Preserve located at the head of the Beaverkill Valley, an area famous as the cradle of fly fishing in America. Be sure you are following the blue blazes. Balsam Lake Mountain is one of the Catskill Mountains, located in the Town of Hardenburgh, New York, United States. The wooden tower was replaced with a steel one that was operated from 1919-1988. Zoom in to see the ruins on the summit. –Do not confuse Balsam Lake with Balsam Mountain or Balsam Cap. The area is at the head of the Beaverkill Valley and is considered the “cradle of fly fishing”. 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