This relatively narrow strip of land, formerly Basler’s Farm, a dairy farm, was acquired by the Town of Kingston in 1970. The main attractions to this property include the Smelt Brook, wetlands, a mixed hardwood forest, and thickets near the entrance which are popular for birding.

There is limited roadside parking at the end of Basler's Lane View Map,

The trail begins to the right of the property sign. It heads downhill, through a thicket, and along some wetlands before turning into the woods. If you look off to the right before you get to the woods, you can catch occasional glimpses of Foundry Pond through the trees. Next, a wide flat trail leads to a footbridge that crosses Smelt Brook. Go straight after the bridge to explore an open field, or continue to the left on the trail, through more woods, with additional views of the brook. Most of the trail is relatively flat, but there are sections with a moderate slope. Eventually the trail opens up into a larger hilltop field. Numerous spur trails here lead to private property. There is also a 20′ wide access easement that connects with Leland Road.