Looking into Canada from Azure
Abandoned Fire Tower on Mt. St. Regis
Looking south towards the Sewards
Whiteface from Mt. St. Regis
The Great Range in the distance
The views from Cathedral Rock
Roots growing over the rocks
An Adirondack marsh
Tupper Lake from Mt. Arab
Peakbagging is probably one of the silliest hobbies around. And attempting to do the fire towers of the Adirondacks and the Catskills is perhaps one of the silliest. I say this, because there is a lot of driving involved. On this day, 600 miles were added to my vehicle in obtaining four more peaks to my checklist. Now at 19, there are now only 9 more left to go.
On the plus side, the pursuit of these mountains takes me to corners I normally would never go. Today, I had views into Canada and what I believed to be the St. Lawrence River. From the summit of Mt. St. Regis, unique views of Whiteface and the other High Peaks were to be found. Cathedral Rock brought me to the SUNY Ranger school (probably something I should have done years ago) and a flurry of mosquitos, reminding me of what an idiot I am (typically I never use repellent or sunscreen). Mt Arab had some great views of Tupper Lake and views of the high peaks from the east. A lot of driving for one day, but still worth it. Next time, though, a full weekend and camping will be a much better idea.
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