Skiing

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Siamese Ponds Wilderness Area The principal Nordic skiing route runs
approximately north-south from Thirteenth lake coming out on Rt. 8, about 4 miles west of
Baker's Mills. It follows the Sacandaga River for most of its length. For the southern approach, take Rt. 28 to Wevertown and turn west on Rt.8. The sign for Shanty Brook and Siamese Ponds is about 10 miles west on Rt. 8 from Wevertown. Lower Slopes of Crane Mountain This is a short novice trail about 1 mile long from the trail head to the Crane Mountain Observers cabin. Take Rt. 28 to Wevertown, and turn west on Rt. 8. In about 1 1/2 miles reach Johnsburg, and turn south on South Johnsburg Rd. Follow this for approximately 7 miles to a right hand turn marked with a sign "Crane Mt. Trailhead." Continue for almost 2 miles and turn right again at a second corner similarly marked. Follow this road to the end, about half a mile. Gore Mountain Ski Center, North Creek In addition to lift serviced downhill skiing, the Gore Mountain Ski Center has added a number of cross-country ski trails. There is a half mile loop for novices, a 4 mile intermediate trail, and a 3 mile wilderness trail. Information and trail maps are available at the main lodge. |