Lewis County , NY - Adirondacks Tug Hill

Lewis County , NY
Waterfalls
Eatonville Falls
Greig , N Y
Located on the seasonal Eatonville Road
in Greig, NY these small falls and rapids
attract campers, kayakers and fishermen
alike. Part of Otter Creek, Eatonville
attracts locals and visitors alike.
Gleasman Falls
Greig, N Y
This peaceful, 5.5-mile Adirondack outand-back wanders through a maple forest
to an overlook with views of Gleasman’s
Falls and a rocky gorge.
From Lowville, take Number Four Rd. east
into Adirondack Park. In Crystal Dale,
right on Erie Canal Rd. In 2.9 miles, left
on McPhilmy Rd. In 0.7 mile, left on
Beach Mill Rd. (no sign). In 1.5 miles, left
at fork on Beach Mill Rd. Go 2.2 miles to
trail head for Beach Mill Pond
From the Beach Mill Pond Trail head at
the end of Beach Mill Road, hike southeast
along a yellow-blazed trail; you’ll soon cross
Burnt Creek on the first of several trail
bridges. One mile in, the route traverses
a beaver pond over a bog bridge and
footbridge; keep an eye out for the beaver
lodge in the heart of the swamp.
The undulating
trail continues to
meander southeast
through a mixed
maple forest and
reaches a bridge
over Second Creek
(a subsidiary of
Independence
River). Continuing over a steep rock hump, the trail
passes a large boulder and begins a slight descent to the
edge of the gorge—look right for an unmarked spur trail
that offers a bird’s-eye view of the falls below.
Inman Gulf
Williams Truck Road because it is a main snowmobile
route. In summer, five parking areas along Williams
Truck Road allow people to choose loops of
different length.
Access to these cross-country ski trails is from the
north side of N.Y.S. Route 177, about two miles west
of Barnes Corners and .75 mile east of the intersection
of N.Y.S. Route 177 and County Route 189.
A trail map and guide for this and other State lands
within Region 6 is available at Regional Headquarters
in Watertown (315) 785-2263 and the Lowville Field
Headquarters (315) 376-3521.
Ba rn e s C o rn e r s , NY
The Inman Gulf Trail was cut by Forest
Ranger Dave Larrabee, with help from
Bill Blodgett. This trail runs along the
edge of Inman Gulf and through some
hilly sections. Scenic Rainbow Falls may
be seen on the north side of the rim; Gulf
Stream courses along the bottom of Inman Gulf. Be cautious when crossing
Jerden Falls
Indian River, NY
To view the falls travel along the Jerden
Falls Road in the hamlet of Indian River,
turn onto the Blanchard Creek TRK
Trail. If coming from the Harrisville
direction take the 2nd entrance to this
trail (it is a loop). After passing the
camping area turn right onto a smaller
path. Follow this until the end.
Lyons Falls Dam
Lyo n s Falls, NY
The Dam and majestic falls are visible
from the Lower Boat Launch on the
Lyons Falls Road in Lyons Falls. The
cascade and view of the historic Lyons
Falls Pulp and Paper Mill reminds us of
the significance of the beautiful Black
River to the heritage of Lewis County.
Pixley Falls
Pixley Falls is located off NY Route 46 in Oneida
County, 18 miles north of Rome and six miles
south west of Boonville. The park is open all year.
It is closed during 2009 due to construction and
will reopen in 2010.
Contact Information: 11430 State Route 46
Boonville, NY 13309 Phone: (315) 942-4713
Reservations: 800-456-2267
B oo n v i l l e , N Y
Pixley Falls State Park’s main attraction is the
50-foot waterfall, close to the picnic area. This
picturesque park also features steep, wooded hills
and a mountain stream. A nature trail meanders
through the forest and past Pixley Falls. The
park has 22 stream side campsites and access to
numerous miles of trout streams. A cross-country
ski trail runs along the Black River Canal, which is
just inside the park entrance.
Shingle Mills Falls
Brantingham, N Y
The Shingle Mill Falls is part of the
Independence River Wild Forest. This
1-mile easy walk culminates at a wide tenfoot waterfall on Otter Creek. There are
some additional falls above and below this
point, and a large pool at the base of the
falls. The open rock slabs beside the river
are a nice place to picnic.
The trail is located approximately four
miles down the Partridgeville Road on the
left.
Singing Waters
Greig, N Y
Singing Waters is one of Lewis County’s
parks, located in a county reforestation
area. There are two picnic areas that
can accommodate up to
130 picnickers, and
overnight camping is
permitted.
Singing Waters is
located on a 105-acre
tract reforested about
68 years ago with
white pine. The steep
eroded south slopes were
replanted with red pine
in 1962. Bristly locust
shrubs provided by the
Soil Conservation Service
were planted in 1969
between the road and this
valuable trout stream to
prevent pollution through
erosion and siltation.
The picnic area was planned in 1956 and the first
county picnic was held here on July 5, 1957
by the Board of Supervisors.
In 1958, the upper area and
bridge were developed. The
accommodations today are
adequate for some 100-130
picnickers at one time. The
upper bridge was replaced
in 1982. On July 16, 1965,
a dedication ceremony was
held to unveil the bronze
market in memory of Theodore
Woolschlager, the first Lewis
County forester, who was
responsible for the planning of
this picnic area.
Sixty acres of white pine plantations on top
of the hill were thinned and pruned during
1969, and about one and a half miles of
access roads and fire trails were cleared.
In 1982 and 1983, 50 cords of firewood
were removed from the top of the hill, and
additional access roads were cleared and
brushed out.
Fish Creek runs through the picnic area,
making the area very scenic.
Six Falls & Agers Falls
Moos e R i ve r
Along the Moose River, especially in the
springtime there are many raging rapids and
waterfalls to explore. Some include Fowlerville
Falls, Sliding Rock, Double Drop, Crystal Falls
and Magilla. Here in Lewis County one such
waterfall is Ager’s Falls, home of the Historic
Ager’s Mills. The recreation area is located on the
Lyonsdale Road in Lyons Falls, NY. There are
hiking trails, a picnic area and a canoe launch.
Sugar River/Talcottville Falls
Ta l c o t t ville, NY
Visitors driving through Talcottville
along route 12D cannot fail to notice the
beautiful falls of the Sugar River.
This small hamlet was the first settlement
in Lewis County.
Trenton Falls
West Canada, NY
Once a destination that nearly rivalled
Niagara Falls in terms of tourism before
being closed to the public, is now open
on a limited basis. The West Canada
Creek drops over several falls in the formation known as Trenton Falls including
Upper High Falls, Lower High Falls, Village Falls, Cascade of Alhambra, Sherman
Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Mill Dam Falls.
Two types of trails are available: the primary trail (stone dust) takes visitors from
the entrance/parking area to the Trenton
Falls Hydro Dam overlook. This trail is
approximately 1 mile long and will take 1
to 1.5 hours to enjoy. The secondary trails
(wood mulch) allow visitors to experience Directions:
Take State Route 12 South past the State Route 365 intersection. Continue
nature and scenic vistas along the gorge.
During 2009 the trails will be open from through the blinking light at bottom of hill. About 3/10 mile just past Stewarts, take a left onto State Route 28 South. Follow State Route 28 to first
9am-5pm on April 25-26, August 8-9,
left turn, at curve, which is Trenton Falls Road. Follow to the four way stop.
October 3-4 and 10-11.
Continue straight through to the end of road where you will park.
For More information visit: http://town.trenton.ny.us/content/Parks/View/4
Whetstone Gulf
Turi n , N Y
Whetstone Gulf State Park is a state park
located in Lewis County on the border of the
Towns of Turin and Martinsburg. The park is
on the edge of the Tug Hill
Plateau, south of Lowville.
The park is built in and
around a three-mile-long
canyon cut into the eastern
edge of the Tug Hill
Plateau. The site is one of
the most spectacular scenic
vistas east of the Rocky
Mountains.
The park has 56 wooded
campsites, a scenic picnic
area along Whetstone
Creek, a man-made
swimming area and trails
for hiking and crosscountry skiing, one of
which circles the gorge.
Above the gorge is
Whetstone Reservoir,
stocked with tiger muskie
and large-mouth bass for
fishermen.
The park offers a beach, a
playground, picnic tables
and pavilions, hiking,
fishing, a campground with
tent and trailer sites, crosscountry skiing and snowmobiling.
Seasons/Hours:
The Park is open from Memorial Day through
mid September for the summer season, and
from December 15 through March 15 for winter
recreation. Hunting for deer and waterfowl is
permitted in season.
Contact Information:
RD #2 Box 69 Lowville, NY 13367
Phone: (315) 376-6630 Reservations: 800-456-2267
Whitaker Falls
Ma r t i n s b u r g , N Y
Whitaker Park takes advantage of the
beautiful natural features available,
providing an idyllic setting for camping,
family picnics and outings, or just a place
to sit and enjoy the scenery. There is not
a finer place in Lewis County to view the
scenic Black River Valley.
A pretty tree-lined drive entering the park
takes you past the campsites and picnic
areas. At the end of the road is a turnaround and a pavilion. It is here that you
have a spectacular view of the valley and
the Adirondack Mountains.
You may park your car and take a short
hike to view the falls and gorge.
You can reach Whitaker Falls by following
route 26S out of Lowville and turning left
onto Glendale Road in Martinsburg. The
park is on your left.