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Lake Mohonk 
Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz, NY
1869 - Present

Lake Mohonk


Lake Mohonk


Mysterious, how lake reflections paint the sight
of this magnificent resort built on its shore,
near steep, stone rugged cliffs that double in sunlight;
a masterpiece of nature's wonderful decor.

The depth and beauty of this sparkling lake excite
the climbers to achieve a treetop view surprise,
and walk the winding nature trails at first daylight
to see this tranquil clear blue water as their prize.

Aboard a rowboat or canoe, one happily
can spot the trout...colorful fish with orange stripes.
And peaceful too...to drift along the shore and see
the beauty of the trees and plants of varied types.

Top of a mountain is this lovely Mohonk Lake
revered by visitors today and long ago.
Soft nature's sounds and sapphire loveliness, opaque
beneath reflective imagery, set hearts aglow.


Sandra M. Haight

~Honorable Mention~
Contest: Mountain Top Lake
Sponsor: Brenda Chiri
Judged: 06/11/2017
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Roper Avatar
June 12, 2017 at 7:44 PM
your pen is does such a great job in painting a scene, Sandra, congratulations on your win ~*
Haight Avatar
June 12, 2017 at 8:02 PM
Thank you very much for the nice comment, Eve! Hugs, Sandra
Dietrich Avatar
May 14, 2017 at 7:54 PM
Oh, so this is in NY. It looks wonderful and you did an incredible job painting the picture of it. I need to post up mine this week too. I decided to do a lake from nearby Mount Timpanogos. Happy Mother's Day, dear.
Turner Avatar
May 13, 2017 at 9:11 AM
Sounds wonderful. Mrs Sandra. Good luck:)
Haight Avatar
May 13, 2017 at 5:42 PM
Thank you so much, Daniel. So happy to be receiving your uplifting comments once again! Welcome back. Sandra
Krampe Avatar
May 12, 2017 at 5:27 PM
This makes me want to hike up the mountain to see your lake, Sandra. Beautiful.
Haight Avatar
May 13, 2017 at 5:38 PM
Agnes, you would absolutely love this place! We are so blessed that it is only about 40 minutes from where we live. Thank you for your nice comment. Hugs, sandra
Marcum Wong Avatar
May 12, 2017 at 4:37 PM
Wow Sandra, this poem certainly invites visitors with its beautiful imagery and you have expressed so well the exciting adventures to be had. A lovely entry that is sure to please. ; ) 7
Haight Avatar
May 13, 2017 at 5:40 PM
Thank you, Connie. I have written three other poems about this wonderful, renowned resort which we have visited so man times. It is so lovely, and thank you for your very supportive comment and wonderful rating! Hugs, Sandra
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