Cairn, summit of Skylight mtn., New York, USA
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Kenmore
N 44° 05.590 W 073° 55.510
18T E 586038 N 4882782
Stone cairn on the summit of Skylight mountain
Waymark Code: WMDKQ0
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 01/27/2012
Views: 8
This summit cairn marks the top of Skylight mountiain - 4th highest peak in New York state at 4926ft. The cairn has been built over the years by hikers depositing a rock with each visit. Local legend has been established that by carrying a rock up and placing it on the cairn, it will ensure good weather for the rest of your trip. Whether you bring a rock from home or just from the nearby col at "Four Corners" is unclear but the pile of rocks stands as a testament to hikers buying into the legend and their hopes for good weather. Rocks vary in size from small pebbles to basketball sized. A long hike from any direction means that enjoying the summit is paired with the knowledge that the trip is far from over with miles to go before you are back to a trailhead.
Cairn Location: On a mountain top
Cairn Purpose: Superstition
Cairn Condition: 
Type if different from above list: Not listed
Types of rock: Not listed
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