Outdoor FUN!!

Clark Reservation State Park is a geologic wonder of the last ice age and a botanist's paradise. The park's natural features include rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, woodland and meadow, a wetland and a glacial plunge basin lake in which the surface waters and bottom waters do not mix. Fishermen can catch pickerel, bullheads and sunfish; while birdwatchers may observe cedar waxwings, kingfishers and woodpeckers. Guided nature walks leave from the Nature Center building, which also offers numerous exibits. Hikers may choose from five trails, including the cliff trail, which has a ledge overlook 175 feet above the water.

During the winter the park is open and trails are clearly marked. When you enter the park and drive down the main road to the parking area you can pick up a trail map at the tollbooth(no toll during the winter). If you are looking to get out and enjoy the winter weather for a little while this is a great place that is close by and doesn't require much except a sturdy pair of boots and warm clothing. The only thing I caution is that you may want to stay away from the cliff trail this time of year for obvious reasons. Besides being slippery if you do not know the terrain it can do a number on a leg or ankle. The woods trails are safe with the exception of roots and rocks so step lightly and pick your feet up. Happy trails.

Directions

Syracuse: Rte 481 south to Jamesville exit. Follow Jamesville Rd to Rte 173. Rte 173 west 1.25 miles to park entrance.