Harris Public Conservation Area(Austerlitz)

Visited the 76 acre Harris Public Conservation Area this afternoon, the Columbia Land Conservancy's newest property, which just opened yesterday.  The parking area can be found at the corner of Stonewall and Bloody Hollow Road, just north of Route 203 in the town of Austerlitz.  A blue marked trail begins just past a kiosk and trail maps.

 As always, the CLC has done a terrific job with trail work.  A stone stairway is a classic example of the hard work put in by the Conservancy.

 A perfect fall day for a walk.

 Stone walls lace these woods, which were farmed back in the 19th century

 A fork at the blue and red trails.

A small pond can be found where the blue and yellow trails meet at the southwest edge of the property.

 Reflections.

The red trail passes beneath a large area of rock ledges on the east side of the property.

 I was a bit surprised to have these new trails to myself, but took my time, soaking in the serenity of these peaceful woods.

Followed all of the trails in this new area, and while there are no fireworks, these woods make for a perfect, tranquil walk in a quiet corner of Columbia County.  Walked a bit over 2 miles RT.