Marsh Pond State Forest - Sanford, NY - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

"Marsh Pond State Forest is part of the Broome State Forests Unit Management Plan. A Unit Management Plan (UMP) guides the DEC's land management activities on several geographically related forests for a ten-year period, although a number of goals and objectives in the plan focus on a much longer time period. Each UMP addresses specific objectives and actions for public use and forest management."
"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.): 893 acres Is there a trail system?: No What points of interest are there?: Marsh Pond has a large mat of floating sphagnum moss. "Campers can look out at turtles, warblers, water lilies and blue flag flowers."" There is a geocache that has been here for 10 years. What activities are available?: "There are no formal trails in this state forest. The area is ideal for passive recreation, such as hunting, bird watching and fishing. Marsh Pond, which supports a large mat of floating sphagnum moss, provides anglers with an excellent opportunity to catch small fish, primarily brown bullhead. There are also two primitive camping sites near the pond from which campers can look out at turtles, warblers, water lilies and blue flag flowers." Hours of accessibility?: Camping is allowed. List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): No known hazards specific to this area. Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: No Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: 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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