Hawkins Pond State Forest - South Windsor, NY - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

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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.

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 539 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/9275.html http://www.gobroomecounty.com/parks/hawkins The trail system is on state forest and county land. From the ski trail brochure: "The County trail system is approximately 3.75 miles and the adjacent State Forest trail system is approximately 3 miles. Both offer trails for the beginner through expert." What points of interest are there?: Forest and field, the county land has the pond. What activities are available?: "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." Primitive Camping Cross County Skiing Fishing Hunting, Wildlife Management Unit 7S Nature Photography/Observation Trapping List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Some of the logs of geocaches in the area complained of ticks. Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: No Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] Hours of accessibility?: Not listed If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed

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