Ann Lee Pond Nature and Historic Preserve is located in the Town of Colonie, near the Albany International Airport. Named after Mother Ann Lee, the founder and leader of the Shakers, the nature and historic preserve was established by Albany County. The Mohawk-Hudson Bird Club lists this preserve as a good bird watching site in Albany County.
The preserve is generally located south of Heritage Lane adjoining Ann Lee Pond and eastward to Albany Shaker Road. Parking is available in two nearly adjoining lots along Heritage Lane.
Read about the history of Ann Lee Pond.
Some views of this preserve –
Sign near parking area – Ann Lee Pond Nature and Historic Preserve
Spring sunrise-Ann Lee Pond
Ann Lee Pond
Former bridge over Ann Lee Pond
Trail sign – Ann Lee Pond Nature and Historic Preserve
Down on the boardwalk… – Long-abandoned boardwalk through swamp
Historical marker – Ann Lee Pond Nature and Historic Preserve
View my wildflower field guide for this nature preserve. If you wish to download a copy to your smartphone or tablet for trailside use, simply scan this quick read bar code:
Curious By Nature 