Allegany State Park

[hikingandwildex]

Had a really enjoyable day in Allegany State Park and Allegheny National Forest today. The conditions were amazing for this time of year, with the sun shining bright, temps ranging from 15-30F, and minimal wind.

I engaged in a wide array of activities: hiking up a mountain, walking on a frozen lake, exploring abandoned structures, climbing up large boulders, doing some wildlife observation, and of course taking lots of photos.

These were some of my favorite scenes from the New York side:

















If anyone here heading to Allegany State Park this winter, beware that many roads are closed for the season, with the most notable being ASP Route 1 that connects the Red House and Quaker sections with parking areas for Bridal Falls, Tornado Site Area, and other popular trails. I had to alter my plans upon coming across "Road Closure" signs on both ends of the route. ASP Routes 2 & 3 (the other main routes in the park) remain open.