Hawkins Pond State Forest - South Windsor, NY
Posted by: ripraff
N 42° 00.902 W 075° 39.516
18T E 445469 N 4651655
Hawkins State Forest adjoins Hawkins Park or Nature Area which is run by the County but is largely undeveloped.
Waymark Code: WMPQJK
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 10/08/2015
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"Hawkins Pond State Forest covers 539 acres and is located in the Town of Windsor in Broome County. There is an extensive cross country ski trail on the forest which adjoins Hawkins Pond County Park. The ski trail continues into the county property.
The forest is named after Hawkins Pond, located on the adjacent county park The forest was acquired in three purchases. The first, in 1932, was the largest purchase with the acquisition of 506 acres of land. In 1997 another 30 acres were obtained and in 1998 three acres were added to the forest."
"Do not litter. Carry out what you carry in. Burying of refuse is prohibited.
If you build a fire, do so with care and use wood from dead and downed trees only. Never leave a fire unattended.
All motorized vehicles are restricted to access roads posted as motor vehicle trails. Off road use of motorized vehicles, such as ATVs, trail bikes and four-wheel drives is not allowed, except where specifically permitted by signs, posted notice or by DEC permit.
Camping for more than three nights or in a group of ten or more requires a permit from a Forest Ranger. Camping is prohibited within 150 feet of water, roads or trail.
No permanent structures should be established, including tree stands or blinds.