McDonough State Forest - McDonough, NY - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

"A number of recreational opportunities are available on McDonough State Forest. Both the Finger Lakes Trail and the New York State Corridor Snowmobile Trail pass through the forest, and many of the unpaved town roads are ideal for mountain biking and horseback riding. Whaley's Pond, Bowman Creek, Mill Brook and some of their smaller tributaries offer good fishing opportunities, and the upland woods support diverse wildlife populations. For good food, drink and local news, make a stop in the hamlets of McDonough and East McDonough. Bowman Lake State Park adjoins McDonough State Forest and both the Finger Lakes Trail and the snowmobile trail cross from the state forest into the State park. Bowman Lake State Park provides camping, swimming and other developed recreational activities and facilities.

A short (less than one mile) accessible trail in the southwestern portion of the forest provides access into the forest for those with mobility limitations. It is found off of Sort Cut Road. In addition, there is an short accessible paved trail from Bliven Sherman Road to Kopac Pond. "



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Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 6772 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: " Both the Finger Lakes Trail and the New York State Corridor Snowmobile Trail pass through the forest, and many of the unpaved town roads are ideal for mountain biking and horseback riding. " map http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/9295.html Finger Lakes Trail http://www.fltconference.org/trail/ What points of interest are there?: "Whaley's Pond, Bowman Creek, Mill Brook and some of their smaller tributaries offer good fishing opportunities." "Bowman Lake State Park adjoins McDonough State Forest and both the Finger Lakes Trail and the snowmobile trail cross from the state forest into the State park" What activities are available?: Recreational Activities Accessible Trail Primitive Camping Cross Country Skiing Fishing Hiking Hunting, Wildlife Management Unit 7M Horseback Riding Mountain Biking Nature Photography/Observation Snowmobiling Trapping List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): No hazards mentioned. 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 fee Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] Hours of accessibility?: Not listed

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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Date Logged Log User Rating   06/07/2016 LCSM visited it