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Redmond’s Overlook Trail

Redmond’s Overlook is a 3.6-mile trail that offers a moderately challenging hike through the scenic Corinth Reservoir Recreation Area. Starting at Reservoir Road, hikers will enjoy a peaceful journey past the Upper Reservoir, traversing the Bald Mountain and Wilson Pass Trails before reaching Redmond’s Overlook. With an elevation gain of 767 feet, the trail features rock cairns, stone walls, and expansive views of the southern Adirondacks. Historically, the area served as a vital water source for the Village of Corinth, but recent improvements have transformed it into a serene outdoor destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

View in Map

Photo by Ed Valla.

Redmond's Overlook - Ben Kemp, The Overlook

Photo by Ben Kemp.

Scenic Trails and Panoramic Views

This area features a network of trails extending outward from the Upper Reservoir, including the popular Bald Mountain Trail. Hikers are treated to forested paths with old-growth trees, historic rock walls, the Wilson Farm Historic Site, and scenic views, most notably a bird’s eye view of the Village of Corinth.

The steeper sections of the trail provide rewarding panoramic vistas, making this a favorite destination for both locals and visitors seeking a peaceful yet invigorating outdoor experience.

Trail Maintained By: Village of Corinth

3.6 mi
1 h 50 min
Gain 767 ft
Moderate
43.250ºN,
73.865ºW
El. 1,542 ft
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Redmond's Overlook - Elisabeth Morreale - Upper Reservoir (1) (1)
Photo by Elisabeth Morreale.
Redmond's Overlook - Ben Kemp, The Overlook
Photo by Ben Kemp.
Redmond's Overlook - Ed Valla, The Overlook
Photo by Ed Valla.
Redmond's Overlook - Elaine Winslow, Ice Patterns
Photo by Elaine Winslow.
Redmond's Overlook - Jennifer Kietzman, Upper Reservoir in Winter
Photo by Jennifer Kietzman.
Redmond's Overlook - Jerry White, Old Growth White Pine on WIlson Pass Trail
Photo by Jerry White.
Things You Don’t Want to Miss

Explore the Overlook

The trail offers stunning views from Redmond’s Overlook, beautiful rock cairns, stone walls, and lush forest paths. In 2017, the area was improved with newly marked trails and a visitor information kiosk. In 2023/2024, the Village of Corinth will be continuing its efforts to enhance the area for outdoor enthusiasts by installing a hiking registry booth, updating and replacing the information included in the kiosk, adding additional trail markers to all trails, making and installing permanent trailhead signs throughout the area, and adding benches along the shores of the Upper Reservoir. The hike is a hidden gem loved by locals and visitors alike.

From Water Supply to Hiking Trails

Discover the History

Uncover the rich past of the Corinth Reservoir Recreation Area (CRRA), home to Redmond’s Overlook, Wilson Farm Historic Site, and century-old landmarks that tell the story of Corinth’s transformation. Explore historic sites, including stone walls, foundations, and remnants of the Wilson homestead.

History from the CRRA Master Plan

The majority of the CRRA property was acquired in the late 1880s by the Dunn Water Supply Company. The company built the upper and lower reservoirs, as well as the Village of Corinth’s original water system in 1895. The village purchased the property from Dunn Water Supply in 1901. The village eventually shifted to wells for potable water. As a result, the reservoirs were no longer utilized as a source for potable water.

Information from the December 2017 Village Board Draft of the Corinth Reservoir Recreation Area Master Plan.

History from the Town Historian
Redmond's Overlook - Corinth Museum, Elijah Wilson & Family

As shown on the CRRA map (click Download Map above), the area includes the Wilson Farm Historic Site, which consists of stone foundations and walls. The site can be explored via Wilson Pass Trail and Old Town Rd. Elijah Wilson (above) is the Wilson for which the Wilson Farm Historic Site is named. Elijah Wilson and his family owned the house (see slideshow) and farm. The picture of the house likely dates from the 1940s/1950s. The following individuals are pictured in the group photo (above), which dates from 1909, from left to right: Sarah Kenyon; Mrs. Elijah Wilson; Earl Kenyon; Victor Kenyon. Sarah was the daughter of Elijah Wilson and his wife, known only as Mrs. Elijah Wilson, and Earl was the son of Sarah. Victor is Earl’s two-month- old baby. The Wilson homestead stood on Morrison Road (no longer in existence), which led from the reservoir area to Wells Rd.

Information provided by Rachel Clothier, the Town Historian and Director of the Town of Corinth Museum

From the Map

In looking at the map from 1866 (pictured in the slideshow), remember that the CRRA as we know it did not exist. The Wilson Homestead (marked on the map as “E. Wilson”) appears on Morrison Road, which connected West Mountain Road to Wells Road. The map also shows that a sawmill (marked on the map as “S.Mill”) existed near the reservoir area. Note that many roads were not named until the early 1900s. As you can see, the roads on the 1866 map appear to be numbered, not named.

Corinth Museum, View of Corinth from Just to the Right of the Reservoir, Early 1900s Postcard
Corinth Museum, Wilson Homestead on the Road from the Reservoir to Wells Road
1866 map of corinth

Photo 1: Corinth Museum, View of Corinth from Just to the Right of the Reservoir, Early 1900s Postcard. Photo 2: Corinth Museum, Wilson Homestead on the Road from the Reservoir to Wells Road. Photo 3: Corinth Museum, 1866 Map of Corinth.

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Instructions for living a life:
Pay attention.
Be astonished.
Tell about it.

— Mary Oliver, “Sometimes“

What to Know Before You Go

Trail Rules

Corinth Reservoir Recreation Area has specific rules in place to protect the environment and ensure safety. This recreation area is regularly patrolled by DEC rangers, Saratoga County sheriffs, and volunteers to ensure compliance with these rules. Violators will be prosecuted. These rules were approved by the Village of Corinth Board of Trustees on June 15, 2016.

  • No alcohol
  • No smoking
  • No camping
  • No swimming
  • No boating
  • No littering
  • No loud noise
  • No vehicles
  • No shooting
  • No fireworks
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