Payne Lake

This area is a ridge of cliffs, some up to 130'-tall, that border the west side of Payne Lake. The ridge continues along the entire length of the lake and there are some bouldering opportunities to the northwest of the main face.

This area is mostly undeveloped for climbing, visited only by the occasional hunter, fisherman, and kayaker. There are at least 4 large-ish cliffs with sheer, overhanging faces. More exploration is necessary, as it seems to be one of the few public-land climbing opportunities in upstate New York outside of the Adirondacks.

The rock is similar to that at Eagle Falls. Some is good, some is crumbly, and all of it is brittle. New routes will require cleaning and plucking. Trad protection is sucpect due to the brittle nature of the rock, so take care.

If you're at all nearby here please check this rock out and add some comments or routes to the site so that this unknown area can get a little attention.

On the lakeside cliffs, there is poison ivy everywhere, so watch out!