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 Longpond State Forest - Smithville, NY Posted by:  ripraff
N 42° 25.018 W 075° 49.942
18T E 431516 N 4696409
A large portion of this forest was the Tarbell Farm, other land was purchased in the 1930s
Waymark Code: WMPEKE
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 08/18/2015
Views: 1
( visit link) "The 3,254-acre Long Pond State Forest offers a wide variety of habitats and recreational opportunities. The focal point of recreation in the Forest is 117-acre Long Pond... Four miles of NYS snowmobile corridor trail pass through the forest. Several steel girded bridges have been constructed to enhance trail grooming. Snowmobilers, as well as hikers and equestrians, are welcome on the designated snowmobile trail during appropriate seasons. In addition, hunting for big and small game is a popular pursuit on the property. You can expect to encounter interesting terrain with many different plants and wildlife species." "Over a thousand acres of the forest were originally purchased in the 1930's, using funds from the Hewitt Amendment. Old farm fields were reforested to white pine and spruce. Native species of American beech, black cherry, white ash, sugar and red maple and eastern hemlock can be found. An additional 2200 acres was purchased in 1963 from the Tarbell estate."
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 3418 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
There are 4 miles of snowmobile trails that can be used for hiking.
What points of interest are there?:
117-acre Long Pond
What activities are available?:
Snowmobiling, boating, fishing, hiking, camping , horseback riding, hunting, trapping
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Hunters and trappers.
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
no
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
Hours of accessibility?: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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