2018 Map of Bash Bish Falls

About this map

Bash Bish Falls marks the dramatic northwestern edge of this landscape where the borders of New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut converge. The terrain is defined by the high peaks of the Taconic Range, including Mt Everett, Mt Race, and Bear Mtn, with the Appalachian National Scenic Trail threading along the ridgelines. To the south, the topography softens into the valley of Twin Lakes, comprising Washining Lake and Washinee Lake. Small historical settlements like Taconic, Hammertown, and Joyceville are situated along the lower elevations and watercourses. Local history is evidenced by family and site names such as Churchill Cem and Scoville Ore Mine Rd, reflecting the area's agricultural and industrial past. The complex drainage network of Bash Bish Brook and Wachocastinook Cr highlights the water power that once supported these rural communities.