Western Ridge Trail to Spring Overlook(Moreau Lake State Park-Town of Moreau, Saratoga County)

Did a nice and easy hike this morning at the Moreau Lake State Park along the south shore of the Hudson River on yet another gorgeous fall day.  Just before my hike I stopped briefly to check out this sweet view of the Hudson River with the ridge on the right that I would soon be climbing.

Was shocked to have the parking area to myself along Spier Falls Road(Elevation 470 feet) as I headed onto the yellow marked trail, crossing the power line cut with the first good fall views of the day.

The trail is dry and a bit rocky in spots, as it climbs south then east, steadily up over 500 feet.

After a decent climb, the trail emerges at an open ledge called the Spring Overlook, with a view north into the southern Adirondacks and a large bend in the Hudson River directly below.

Unfortunately due to a time crunch, I had to turn around at the overlook and head back down to the car.  A very short, but nice 2 miles RT, with 500 feet of elevation gain.

Made one more pit stop along the Hudson before leaving...soaking in the perfect conditions.