Balsam Lake Mountain | Challenged Hiking

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Mill Brook Ridge from Alder Lake

Sign at junction with Alder Lake Loop and Mill Brook Ridge Trail

Mill Brook Ridge rises above the Alder, Beecher, and Balsam Lakes and gives access to Balsam Lake Mountain and Woodpecker Ridge. The summit gets its …

on January 25, 2017July 13, 2020Catskills Fire Towers Hiking Venture Out

Best Hikes: Balsam Lake Mountain and a Catskill Fire Tower

Balsam Lake Mountain stands as the guardian of western high peaks of the Catskills. From the restored fire tower on its summit, you can see …

on October 17, 2015September 15, 2020Catskills Family Friendly Fire Towers For Beginners Hiking

Catskill Fire Tower Hikes & Challenge

Hiking in the Catskills is challenging and fun!. Add some fire tower steps and this boosts the experience. Every now and then climbing a fire …