“Forget Summer… When Autumn walks through the door
everyone stops and stares.”
~ Me ~
Harriman State Park in New York straddles Rockland/Orange Counties and is the 2nd largest in the park system. The 32,000 acres of land consist of; 200 hiking trails, 31 lakes & reservoirs , 2 beaches, 2 public camp sites and miles of streams and roads. The park is nothing short of heaven for outdoor enthusiasts.
I’ve spent a tremendous amount of time in the park over the decades… hiking, camping, cycling and of course… taking photographs.
Ironically, I can’t name all my favorite areas, as the park is full of Indian names. I don’t know about you, but as much as I respect our American Indian heritage, remembering the name of lakes such as; Kanawauke, Skanatati, Skenonto, Askoti & Tiorati to name a few is a challenge. I think you’re picking up what I’m laying down. I can find these various lakes; I simply can’t pronounce (or spell) all of them!
A colorful fall 2022 was in question this year. Our summer was hot & dry and drought restrictions were in effect for the month of August & September. Fortunately, a few late summer rain storms added much needed water to the maples, oaks, pines and birch trees that dominate the local landscape. Presto chango… Mother Nature elected to show up in all her glory.
Let’s get to it… here are a few favorite images from 2022.