ClosedHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
From the evening of 10/24/26 until the morning of 12/7/26 - hikers may not enter the Elk Lake Conservation Easement.
All hiking is closed during this time.
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Cold Brook Trail is not maintained.
The trail has not been maintained since Tropical Storm Irene in 2011.
Trails: Cold Brook Trail
Read on DEC's site - ClosedHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The trail to Little Porter Mountain from the Garden Trailhead is closed.
The portion of the trail crossing private land has been closed to public use by the landowner. Trespassing on those lands is now prohibited. The summit of Little Porter Mountain can still be accessed from the Marcy Field Trailhead or the Cascade Mountain Trailhead.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedNorthwestern · Grass River Wild Forest (includes Cranberry Forest, Grass River, Long Pond, Seveys, Silver Lake, and Tooley Pond Conservation Easement Tracts)
As of Thursday, October 1, public access to the Grass River Conservation Easement is closed for the season.
For more detail, refer to the map on the Grass River Complex webpage.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedNorthwestern · Raquette Boreal Complex (includes Five Mile, Goldmine, Hollywood Mountain, Hungry Bay, Kildare, Peaked Hill, Preston Lot and Stark Conservation Easement Tracts)
As of Wednesday, September 30, public access to the designates Public Use Area on the Five Mile Conservation Easement is closed for the season.
For more details refer to the map on the Raquette Boreal Complex webpage.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedNorthern · Debar Mountain Wild Forest
The Skiff Pond Trail is impassable due to washout.
The washout is 0.25 miles south of the parking area at Debar Meadows. Skiff Pond can be accessed by taking the Debar Meadows to Meacham Lake Trail for about 1.8 miles to the intersection with the Skiff Pond Trail and turning east towards Skiff Pond.
Trails: Skiff Pond Trail
Read on DEC's site - ClosedWestern · Bog River Complex (Lows Lake, Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest, and Big Tupper/Piercefield Flow Conservation Easement Tracts)
Campsite 2 along State Route 421 in Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest will be closed starting Friday, May 8, 2026, to provide space for a gravel stockpile.
Campsite 8 along Otterbrook Road in Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest will be closed starting Monday, June 1, 2026 for accessible improvements to the site.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedSouthwestern · Independence River Wild Forest (Stillwater Reservoir, Big Moose, and Three Lakes Conservation Easement Tracts)
The Stillwater Mountain Fire Towel Trail crosses private land - it is closed for the season and will reopen on December 21.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedSouthwestern · Pigeon Lake Wilderness
The Shallow Lake trail is impassable due to beaver activity.
Trails: Shallow Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - ClosedSouthern · Corinth Edinburg Conservation Easement
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower Trail is the only recreation currently available on this tract and is closed to the public during regular…
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower Trail is the only recreation currently available on this tract and is closed to the public during regular bug game hunting season in the northern zone, which includes bear and deer seasons. Public ATV access is NOT permitted on any conservation easement lands in this area (Northway Properties and Lyme Adirondack Forest Company). State police and NYS Rangers will be called for trespass violations.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedSouthern · Dennie Road Conservation Easement
Dennie Road winter-use trails are closed for the season.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedSouthern · Shaker Mountain Wild Forest
The South Trail up Kane Mountain off Schoolhouse Road is closed.
The trail crosses private lands and the landowner revoked permission for the public to cross. Hikers must use the formal Kane Mountain Trailhead off Green Lake Road.
Read on DEC's site - ClosedSouthern · Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
The Spruce Mountain Trail is closed to the public during regular big game hunting season in the northern zone, which includes bear an d deer seasons.
Trails: Spruce Mountain Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · Boreas Ponds Tract (includes parts of Vanderwhacker Wild Forest and High Peaks Wilderness)
The Boreas Ponds Lean-to offers the only designated camping location on Boreas Ponds currently.
Prior to DEC's construction of the 2 designated campsites on Boreas Ponds, primitive camping must be done at least 150' from the shoreline. Signage is installed at impacted sites within 150' of the shoreline to remind campers not to use these areas and to camp at an appropriate distance. Thank you for helping to protect the natural resource and the Wilderness Experience of all future users by following the 150' rule when selecting a site.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The access trail to Feldspar Lean-to has a bridge with a broken stringer, over the Opalescent River.
This bridge serves the Lean-to and Campsites and is access off the southern end of the Lake Arnold Trail. Please use caution if utilizing the bridge. DEC is starting the planning process to replace the bridge and will share updates as they are available.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
Calamity Brook Trail High Water Bridge is out.
The Calamity Brook Trail, starting at the Upper Works, is the main access to Flowed Lands, Lake Colden and hikes radiating from that basin. During extensive rain events or high water this trail may not be passable. Alternative routes will also have high water crossing challenges, including the two crossings of the Opalescent River on the East River Trail and the crossing of the Opalescent River on the Lake Arnold Trail before the junction with the Feldspar Trail. The Cold Brook Pass Trail between the Indian Pass Trail and Lake Colden has not been maintained by DEC in over a decade and is not a viable option for these conditions given water crossings on the Indian Pass Trail. DEC will be repairing the bridge in late fall 2026.
Trails: Calamity Brook Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The Lake Arnold Trail is open and passable, though you may need to be in water that is knee deep or greater.
In the area of the Opalescent River crossing there is extensive flooding. There are several social trails in this area to try and avoid the deepest parts. Old sections of bog bridging are floating and not reliable. DEC is working on a plan to fix this in the coming years.
Trails: Lake Arnold Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The Avalanche Lake Designated Campsites have been closed.
These 2 sites were located south of Avalanche Lake, between the lake and Caribou Jct. The closure was related to the 2025 Landslides on Mt. Colden. DEC is in the planning process to relocate these campsites.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The interior register box at Duck Hole, along the NPT, has been damaged/destroyed.
DEC will be replacing this register box sometime in late 2026. Please plan ahead and prepare for backcountry trips in this area.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
Calkins Creek Crossover Horse Trail has a broken bridge and a washed out bridge.
The first bridge coming from the Raquette Falls trail (~.5 miles from junction) is broken and unsafe for Horse use. This bridge will be removed in 2025 to allow for safer passage by horses and a plan developed for replacement. The 2nd bridge (~1.0 mile from junction) has been washed downstream but ability to ford this crossing is with horses and rock hop for hikers is clear.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The Mr. Van Ski Trail between the Van Hoevenberg Trail (to Mt. Marcy) and the South Meadow Trail is currently flooded with beaver activit…
The Mr. Van Ski Trail between the Van Hoevenberg Trail (to Mt. Marcy) and the South Meadow Trail is currently flooded with beaver activity and several bridges missing. Hikers should avoid using this segment of the trail as it is impossible to traverse without wading through various water levels. Hikers choosing to access the Klondike Trail or the Mr. Van Lean-to can access this from the South Meadows Trailhead and South Meadow Trail.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNewHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The gate at Clear Pond is closed for the winter and will remain closed until after spring mud season.
Hikers must park at the Upper Elk Lake Road parking lot on the west side of the Elk Lake Road approximately 2.3 miles south of the Elk Lake Trailhead. Please respect the parking rules to help ensure this access is maintained and there are no impacts to fire and rescue access.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
DEC and other agencies will be enforcing the No Parking Zones along State Route 73.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The Town of Keene prohibits parking along Johns Brook, Market, and Adirondack Streets in Keene Valley.
Violators will be towed.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The High Peaks Wilderness has many trails that cross rivers and streams without bridges.
These crossings require some planning when there is rain in the forecast or there is high water. Several of these crossings can rise significantly during a rainstorm, being easily crossed in the morning and by afternoon more challenging.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
Please exercise caution and educate yourself about fording streams in the backcountry.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
Be prepared to wait out high water if you encounter this on your return.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
Known trails impacted by high water The Round Pond Trail to Dix, crossing of the North Fork of the Boquet RiverThe Phelps Trail, crossing…
Known trails impacted by high water The Round Pond Trail to Dix, crossing of the North Fork of the Boquet RiverThe Phelps Trail, crossing of Johns Brook above Bushnell FallsThe Mr. Van Ski Trail crossing of South Meadow BrookThe Van-Hovenberg Trail to Marcy Crossing of Phelps Brook above Marcy Dam and at Indian FallsThe Lake Arnold Trail crossing of the Opalescent River (floating bog bridges)The Herd Paths to Street and Nye Mtns, crossing Indian Pass BrookThe Indian Pass Trail (north and south) crossings of Indian Pass BrooksThe Calamity Brook Trail crossing at the High-Water Bridge, over Calamity Brook The East River Trail crossing the Opalescent River before Allen Mtn Trail Junction and also outlet of Flowed LandsThe Northville Placid Trail crossing of Seward Brook near the Ouluska Lean-toThe Cold River Crossing at Duck Hole to head south on the Bradley Pond Trail.
Trails: Phelps Trail, Phelps Trail, Round Pond Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · Sentinel Range Wilderness
Several sections of the Pitchoff Mountain Trail, including the segment to "Balanced Rocks", are severely eroded.
These areas are challenging to navigate. Please use caution and turn back if it is too difficult for your party to safely cross.
Trails: Pitchoff Mountain Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · Sentinel Range Wilderness
Beaver activity has flooded some parts of the Jack Rabbit Trail.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · Sentinel Range Wilderness
The Roaring Brook Trail to Giant has experienced extensive erosion and a washout along Beede Brook.
Just past the Trail Register, the trail has been eroded away and there are exposed roots and rounded rocks. Hikers should avoid traveling on adjacent private property and stay in the trail corridor, using caution to traverse this area.
Read on DEC's site - CautionHigh Peaks · Other areas in the High Peaks Region of the Adirondacks
Hurricane Mountain WildernessThe roof on the Hurricane Mountain Fire Tower has been damaged.
DEC is working on a plan to source materials and repair the roof. The damage does not impact users safety, though you might get wet if it is raining!
Read on DEC's site - CautionNorthwestern · Grass River Wild Forest (includes Cranberry Forest, Grass River, Long Pond, Seveys, Silver Lake, and Tooley Pond Conservation Easement Tracts)
As of Tuesday, September 15, the 24.6-mile section of the St. Lawrence County Multi-Use Trail that crosses the Tooley Pond, Grass River,…
As of Tuesday, September 15, the 24.6-mile section of the St. Lawrence County Multi-Use Trail that crosses the Tooley Pond, Grass River, and Long Pond Conservation Easements is closed for the season.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNorthwestern · Grass River Wild Forest (includes Cranberry Forest, Grass River, Long Pond, Seveys, Silver Lake, and Tooley Pond Conservation Easement Tracts)
As of Monday, September 7, public non-motorized access on trails, roads, and overland on the Cranberry Forest Conservation Easement is closed for the season.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNorthern · Debar Mountain Wild Forest
The Loon Lake Mountain Fire Tower is closed for public use.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNorthern · Kushaqua Conservation Easement Tract
Reminder that this is a working forest conservation easement and users of the property should expect to encounter log trucks and logging equipment at any time.
Keep a safe distance, use caution, and always yield to them.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNorthern · Santa Clara Conservation Easement Tract
Reminder that this is a working forest conservation easement and users of the property should expect to encounter log trucks and logging equipment at any time.
Keep a safe distance, use caution, and always yield to them.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNorthern · Saranac Lakes Wild Forest
Changes have been made to the primitive tent sites at Follensby Clear Pond to improve distance between campsites and the Pond.
In 2025, five new primitive tent sites were opened and five existing sites were permanently closed. A map and more info can be found on Saranac Lakes Wild Forest.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNorthern · Saranac Lakes Wild Forest
The trail from Echo Pond to Cobble Hill and the Purple Trail is flooded by beaver activity.
Sections of these trails are very muddy. Hikers and bikers should avoid using the Purple Trail or the trail up the east side of Cobble Hill.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern
Reminder that this is a working forest conservation easement and users of the property should expect to encounter log trucks and logging equipment at any time.
Keep a safe distance, use caution, and always yield to them.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern · Sable Highlands Conservation Easement Tract
Liberty Road and Wolf Pond Mountain Road are closed to ALL public motorized and non-motorized access from September 27 through the close…
Liberty Road and Wolf Pond Mountain Road are closed to ALL public motorized and non-motorized access from September 27 through the close of the Northern Zone big game rifle season, December 6, 2026. These roads will reopen to public access on December 7, 2026.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern · Sable Highlands Conservation Easement Tract
Piney Ridge Road is closed to ALL use until further notice due to severe storm damage.The Cold Brook Public Use Area can be accessed via…
Piney Ridge Road is closed to ALL use until further notice due to severe storm damage.The Cold Brook Public Use Area can be accessed via the Cold Brook parking area on Standish Road. The parking area is located 1.8 miles south of the Piney Ridge Road gate on the Standish Road.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern · Sable Highlands Conservation Easement Tract
The bridge across Ouleout Creek on the Cobble Hill Public Use Area is damaged and closed to all public use, including pedestrians.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern · Sable Highlands Conservation Easement Tract
The wheelchair ramp at the Fishpole Pond Accessible Fishing Site was damaged by a wildfire and is unusable.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern · Sable Highlands Conservation Easement Tract
Reminder that this is a working forest conservation easement and users of the property should expect to encounter log trucks and logging equipment at any time.
Keep a safe distance, use caution, and always yield to them.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern · Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area
The gate on the access road into Ausable Marsh WMA is closed due to flooding.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNortheastern · Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area
Catfish Bay and Point Au Fer gates are closed.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWestern · Aldrich Pond Wild Forest (includes Aldrich and Sucker Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
There is a culvert washed out on Tyler Road approximately 1.3 miles beyond the St. Lawrence County boundary.
The road will remain closed at this point until repairs are made.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWestern · Aldrich Pond Wild Forest (includes Aldrich and Sucker Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Powell Road leading to South Creek Lake often experiences flooded conditions due to beaver activity.
Users should exercise caution and be aware of changing road conditions throughout the seasons. (12/2025)
Read on DEC's site - CautionWestern · Aldrich Pond Wild Forest (includes Aldrich and Sucker Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
The canoe launch accessing the Little River on the youngs Road is temporarily closed to allow re-route of the road during a culvert replacement project.
(12/2025)
Read on DEC's site - CautionWestern · Five Ponds Wilderness
Red Horse Trail: Hikers will need to navigate around two bridges that have washed away between Witchopple and Clear Lakes, and beaver flo…
Red Horse Trail: Hikers will need to navigate around two bridges that have washed away between Witchopple and Clear Lakes, and beaver flooding between Salmon and Witchopple Lakes.
Trails: Red Horse Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionWestern · Five Ponds Wilderness
The Olmstead Pond Trail (part of the Cranberry Lake 50 Trail) has several sections of flooding near the pond due to beaver activity.
Users should expect wet conditions and may require short bushwacks around flooded sections of trail until water levels recede. Users of the Cranberry Lake 50 Trail should note that hiking along Six Mile Creek Trail and bypassing the Olmstead Pond Loop provides enough mileage to qualify for the badge.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWestern · William C. Whitney Wilderness & Round Lake Wilderness
The canoe carry between Rock and Hardigan Ponds has been altered by beaver activity.
Sections of the trail are flooded and beaver dams have been built on parts of the trail. Sections of the trail may be impassable.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Blue Mountain Wild Forest
The Tirrell Pond lean-to will be closed starting September 25, 2026 to facilitate lean-to repairs.
Repairs are expected to be completed by October 12, 2026. Please do not tamper with staged construction materials or lean-to pieces.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Blue Mountain Wild Forest
Parking at the NPT Lake Durant / Tirrell Pond trailhead on NY Routes 30 and 28 will be limited due to a Department of Transportation brid…
Parking at the NPT Lake Durant / Tirrell Pond trailhead on NY Routes 30 and 28 will be limited due to a Department of Transportation bridge construction project.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Blue Mountain Wild Forest
Township 20 Conservation Easement - Minerva Club Road is open.
Pickwickett Pond Road is closed but the public may carry into the Fishing Brook canoe launch.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Blue Mountain Wild Forest
Reminder that Blue Mountain Road up to the summit is closed to all the public motor vehicles.
If the gate is open, it is only because contractors are working in the area. Follow all signs and do not attempt to drive up this road.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNewWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
Indian River Road is closed at Otter Brook for a bridge replacement project.
There will be no motor vehicle access to the Brooktrout Lake Trailhead and Falls Pond Outlet. Pedestrians may cross the stream to access points beyond the road closure.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
The Wakely Dam bridge will be closed to motor vehicle traffic from October 19 - 23 for an engineering assessment.
Read on DEC's site - CautionNewWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
All access to Moose River Plains Camping Area must be gained from the Limekiln Lake/Inlet entrance until further notice.
Due to an unforeseen bridge failure at Payne Brook, the gate at Cedar River Headquarters will remain closed. The road is currently closed between Wilson Ridge Trailhead and Cedar River Headquarters gate.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
West Mountain Trail (southern access from Uncas Road) - Flooding near the Beaver Brook has been bridged and the trail connection restored.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
Indian Lake Road is closed to motor vehicles at the Falls Pond Outlet.
A temporary foot bridge is in place.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
Otter Brook Trail: Fording the Otter Brook may be difficult during periods of high water.
The trail east of Otter Brook is overgrown and blown down trees may impede travel.
Trails: Otter Brook Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Northville-Placid Trail
The Northville-Placid Trail has been rerouted around an area of significant beaver flooding in the West Canada Lakes Wilderness area betw…
The Northville-Placid Trail has been rerouted around an area of significant beaver flooding in the West Canada Lakes Wilderness area between West Lake and Mud Lake. Please follow all signs and trail markers.
Trails: Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Northville-Placid Trail
The Tirrell Pond lean-to will be closed starting September 25, 2026 to facilitate lean-to repairs.
Repairs are expected to be completed by October 12, 2026. Please do not tamper with staged construction materials or lean-to pieces.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Northville-Placid Trail
Parking at the Lake Durant / Tirrell Pond trailhead on NY Routes 30 and 28 will be limited due to a Department of Transportation bridge construction project.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Northville-Placid Trail
The Sucker Brook Trail which connects the Northville-Placid Trail and the DEC Lewey Lake Campground is unmaintained beyond the height of…
The Sucker Brook Trail which connects the Northville-Placid Trail and the DEC Lewey Lake Campground is unmaintained beyond the height of ground between Lewey Mountain and Cellar Mountain, about 4.4 miles west of the campground.Beyond the height of ground blowdown, wet stretches of trail, and beaver activity make the trail difficult to follow.Access to Colvin Brook Lean-to and the Northville Placid Trail may be gained from the Moose River Plains trailhead off Limekiln Lake - Cedar River Road.
Trails: Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Sucker Brook Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Northville-Placid Trail
Beaver activity has contributed to wet and muddy trail conditions on the following trail sections:North of the Carry lean-to in West Cana…
Beaver activity has contributed to wet and muddy trail conditions on the following trail sections:North of the Carry lean-to in West Canada Lake WildernessSouth Pond to West Lake in West Canada Lake Wilderness
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · Northville-Placid Trail
The ford over the West Stony Creek in Shaker Mountain Wild Forest may be difficult to cross after periods of significant rain fall.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · West Canada Lakes Wilderness
Horn Lake Trail - The Indian River Ford may be difficult to cross during periods of high water.
Wet trail conditions are present where the trail crosses the edge of a beaver vly 2.4 miles in from the wilderness boundary at Indian Lake. Fallen trees and encroaching vegetation may impede travel on the interior trail segments closer to Horn Lake.
Trails: Horn Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · West Canada Lakes Wilderness
French Louie Trail - This trail holds water.
Hikers should be prepared to encounter segments of flooded and muddy trail conditions after periods of significant rain.
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · West Canada Lakes Wilderness
Cedar Lakes Trail - The ford over the Stony Creek may be difficult to cross during periods of high water and in Spring during snow melt.
Trails: Cedar Lakes Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionWest Central · West Canada Lakes Wilderness
The Sucker Brook Trail which connects the Northville-Placid Trail and the DEC Lewey Lake Campground is unmaintained beyond the height of…
The Sucker Brook Trail which connects the Northville-Placid Trail and the DEC Lewey Lake Campground is unmaintained beyond the height of ground between Lewey Mountain and Cellar Mountain, about 4.4 miles west of the campground.Beyond the height of ground blowdown, wet stretches of trail, and beaver activity make the trail difficult to follow.Access to Colvin Brook Lean-to and the Northville Placid Trail may be gained from the Moose River Plains trailhead off Limekiln Lake - Cedar River Road.
Trails: Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Northville-Placid Trail, Sucker Brook Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionEast Central · Hoffman Notch Wilderness
The North Branch of Trout Brook on Big Pond Trail does not have a bridge.
Please make plans to cross the stream at low and normal water levels via rock hopping and shallow fording.
Trails: Big Pond Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionEast Central · Jessup River Wild Forest
The Piseco-Perkins Clearing Snowmobile (S43) is closed to the public until further notice.
For questions or concerns please contact the Northville DEC office at: 518-863-4545.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEast Central · Perkins Clearing/Speculator Tree Farm Conservation Easement Tracts
Road construction and culvert replacement will take place on Old Military Road and Jessup River Road for the next several weeks.
Roads will remain passable but occasional delays are expected.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEast Central · Siamese Ponds Wilderness
The Auger Falls Trail will be under construction the last two weeks of May 2026 and again during the month of July 2026.
Improvements on this trail system are being completed this season. Please stay on the designated trail and take care with your footing in areas where work is occurring.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEast Central · Siamese Ponds Wilderness
The trailhead at Kings Flow is currently closed at the discretion of the private landowner.
The public no longer has access to the Chimney Mountain Trail, Puffer Pond Trail, and Kings Flow East Trail from this location. This is private land. There is no easement for public access. Hikers can use the DECinfo Locator online map to explore alternative trails.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEast Central · Siamese Ponds Wilderness
The bridge at Diamond Brook on the East Branch Trail is washed out.
Trails: East Branch Trail, East Branch Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionEast Central · Siamese Ponds Wilderness
The Chimney Mountain Eagle Cave gate will be open from May 16 to Sept 14.
If you are planning a trip near these dates, please call or email ahead to confirm that the gate is open - (518) 623-1240 or [email protected]. There are no public trails to this cave. This is now a bushwhack. Please plan accordingly and respect private property. At all other times of the year the gate will be closed to protect the bat population.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEastern · Lake George Wild Forest
Please report any sightings of beaver or other wildlife demonstrating unusual behavior.
Never approach or feed any wildlife, report unusual animal behavior at 518-623-1200. In an emergency, call 911 or NYSDEC Dispatch at (518) 897-1326.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEastern · Lake George Wild Forest
The Fishbrook Pond North Lean-to has burned down.
The entire site is closed (no camping or campfires) until further notice.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEastern · Lake George Wild Forest
DEC will be enforcing the No Parking Zones along River Road in the Hudson River Special Management Area located in the Towns of Lake Luzerne and Warrensburg.
Read on DEC's site - CautionEastern · Pharaoh Lake Wilderness
The bridge over Mill Brook on the Pharaoh Lake Trail has been replaced.
The boardwalk beyond the bridge is still out. People should expect wet conditions, and up to knee deep water until it can be replaced.
Trails: Pharaoh Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionEastern · Split Rock Mountain Wild Forest
Lakeshore Road is now open (after being closed previously for maintenance).
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
The bridge across Little Woodhull Creek on the Stone Dam Trail is out.
Trails: Stone Dam Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Blowdown can be expected on hiking trails within the forest due to the spring storm of April 19, 2022.
Trails will be cleared as manpower allows.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
The bridge across the inlet to Bear Lake on the Bear Lake Trail is currently out, all users should be prepared to ford the stream or cross elsewhere.
Trails: Bear Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
The bridge across the inlet to Little Woodhull Lake on Little Woodhull Lake Trail is out.
The stream may not be passable in times of high water.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Haskell/West Creek Road is a rough road, and 4-wheel drive trucks, SUVs and other high clearance vehicles are recommended.Travel beyond S…
Haskell/West Creek Road is a rough road, and 4-wheel drive trucks, SUVs and other high clearance vehicles are recommended.Travel beyond Seabury Brook is challenging as road conditions are poor.The road is closed beyond the Honnendaga Outlet Bridge because the bridge is in disrepair. Landowners of the private lands beyond may choose to use the bridge to access their lands.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Fulton Chain Wild Forest
Obey "No Parking" signs on Rondaxe Road in the vicinity of the Rondaxe (aka Bald) Mountain Trailhead.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Ha-De-Ron-Dah Wilderness
The Big Otter Lake Trail has been flooded by beaver activity between the western end of the East Pond-Lost Creek Trail and the Middle Branch Lake Trail.
Trails: Big Otter Lake Trail, Big Otter Lake Trail, Lost Creek Trail, Middle Branch Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Ha-De-Ron-Dah Wilderness
The Lost Lake Trail bridge over the Middle Branch Lake outlet has several deck boards that are damaged, please exercise caution.
Trails: Lost Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Ha-De-Ron-Dah Wilderness
Lost Lake Trail has been flooded by beaver activity a half mile east of Lost Lake.
Trails: Lost Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Independence River Wild Forest (Stillwater Reservoir, Big Moose, and Three Lakes Conservation Easement Tracts)
The Big Otter Lake Road has washed out and is closed ¼ mile in.
Beyond Tommy Roaring Brook, the road is impacted by beaver activity and requires crossing on dam for access around flooded sections of trail. Users should exercise caution when crossing dam and wading through water may be necessary.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Independence River Wild Forest (Stillwater Reservoir, Big Moose, and Three Lakes Conservation Easement Tracts)
The Centennial Ski Trail has been flooded by beaver activity in several locations - mostly located near Partridgeville Road and towards the center of the trail.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Independence River Wild Forest (Stillwater Reservoir, Big Moose, and Three Lakes Conservation Easement Tracts)
The Florence Pond Road bridge at Little Otter Creek near the Aspen Trail intersection has been flooded by a beaver dam.
Crossing at this location may be hazardous.
Trails: Aspen Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Independence River Wild Forest (Stillwater Reservoir, Big Moose, and Three Lakes Conservation Easement Tracts)
The Erie Canal Trail Bridge over Otter Creek that was damaged in 2018 has been removed.
Horses may ford Otter Creek at the old bridge site. Snowmobiles can cross Otter Creek at the Eatonville Falls Bridge.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Pigeon Lake Wilderness
The bridge across Andy's Creek, leading to the lean-to at the end of the Andy's Creek Trail, is out.
All users should be prepared to access the area by alternate means. For example, through portaging over the beaver dam by the boat landing and paddling further up Andy's Creek, one can then access the trail and the lean-to.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Pigeon Lake Wilderness
The bridge crossing over the Oswego Pond Outlet on the Twitchell Lake Trail has washed out.
An old beaver den can be used to cross the outlet.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthwestern · Pigeon Lake Wilderness
Cascade Lake Trail is wet and very muddy on the north-west section of the trail around Cascade Lake.
Be alert of trail reroutes.
Trails: Cascade Lake Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Corinth Edinburg Conservation Easement
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower is currently closed until the structure can be repaired.
The Fire Tower on Hadley Mountain is a nearby alternative.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Ferris Lake Wild Forest
DeBraine Lake Trail: Trail to DeBraine Lake and Trout Lake are impacted by blowdown from storms over the summer.
Caution is advised when hiking the trail.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Ferris Lake Wild Forest
Waters Mill Pond Trail: The bridge that goes over North Creek heading towards Waters Mill Pond has been removed and plans to replace it w…
Waters Mill Pond Trail: The bridge that goes over North Creek heading towards Waters Mill Pond has been removed and plans to replace it will take place this winter and into the next year. Anyone looking to access Waters Mill Pond from the west will need to ford the creek.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Ferris Lake Wild Forest
Powley Road, which provides access to Ferris Lake Wild Forest, is open for the season.
There are still soft spots and areas of washout. Please use caution.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Ferris Lake Wild Forest
The Mud Pond trail gate off Billy Hamlin Road is closed.
Trails: Mud Pond Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
The Pine Orchard Trail from Dorr Road to Route 8 is currently closed to snowmobiles due to the bridges being out over the outlet of Taylor Vly and Jimmy Creek.
Trails: Pine Orchard Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower is currently closed until repairs can be made to the structure.
The Fire Tower on Hadley Mountain is a nearby alternative.
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
The bridge over Georgia Creek on Cotter Brook Trail is out.
When water is high, this spot is difficult to cross.
Trails: Cotter Brook Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionSouthern · Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
Dayton Creek on the East Stony Creek Trail is crossable except during high water conditions.
Trails: East Stony Creek Trail
Read on DEC's site - CautionAcross the park
Adirondack Mountain Reserve: From May 1 through October 31, reservations are required to access the parking lot, trailheads, and trails located on the privately owned 7,000-acre AMR property in the town of Keene in the Adirondack High Peaks region.
From May 1 through October 31, reservations are required to access the parking lot, trailheads, and trails located on the privately owned 7,000-acre AMR property in the town of Keene in the Adirondack High Peaks region. For a list of frequently asked questions, visit AMR's website. NOTE: This program is managed directly and exclusively by AMR, not DEC. For questions or concerns about the reservation system, please directly contact AMR using the Contact Us section of their website.
Read on DEC's site - CautionAcross the park
Bear Canisters, Required Dates: NYSDEC requires the use of bear-resistant canisters by overnight users in the Eastern High Peaks Wilderness between April 1 and November 30.
NYSDEC requires the use of bear-resistant canisters by overnight users in the Eastern High Peaks Wilderness between April 1 and November 30. NYSDEC encourages campers to use bear-resistant canisters throughout the Adirondack backcountry. Bear canisters should be used to store all food, food garbage, toiletries, and other items with a scent. Canisters should be stored a minimum of 100ft from tents, lean-tos and cooking sites and kept closed whenever they are not being accessed. Learn more about bear canisters and avoiding human-bear conflicts.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Adirondack Canoe Route/Northern Forest Canoe Trail
The Adirondack Canoe Route is part of the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) which links the waterways of New York, Vermont, Qué…
The Adirondack Canoe Route is part of the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) which links the waterways of New York, Vermont, Québec, New Hampshire and Maine.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Adirondack Canoe Route/Northern Forest Canoe Trail
The Island House Lean-to on the eastern shore of Long Lake, in the Adirondack Canoe Route Zone of the High Peaks Wilderness has a hole in the roof.
There is a temporary cover for this hole. DEC has started the planning process to repair/replace this lean-to.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNewHigh Peaks · Adirondack Canoe Route/Northern Forest Canoe Trail
The Hidden Cove Lean-to on the eastern shore of Long Lake, in the Adirondack Canoe Route Zone of the High Peaks Wilderness, will be worke…
The Hidden Cove Lean-to on the eastern shore of Long Lake, in the Adirondack Canoe Route Zone of the High Peaks Wilderness, will be worked on throughout the fall of 2026 starting the weekend of 10/17. Please do not disturb staged building materials. A notice will be posted if the lean-to is unavailable.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Adirondack Mountain Reserve Conservation Easement Tract (AMR/Ausable Club)
Advance reservations for parking, daily access, and overnight access to trailheads accessed through the AMR are required May 1 through Oct. 31.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Adirondack Mountain Reserve Conservation Easement Tract (AMR/Ausable Club)
Rules specific to this property include no camping, no dogs, no drones, and no off-trail travel.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Adirondack Mountain Reserve Conservation Easement Tract (AMR/Ausable Club)
The easement agreement provides for public hiking only on designated trails and roads.
Do not trespass on AMR lands and waters or participate in any unauthorized activities.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Boreas Ponds Tract (includes parts of Vanderwhacker Wild Forest and High Peaks Wilderness)
Gulf Brook Road is now open for the season.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Boreas Ponds Tract (includes parts of Vanderwhacker Wild Forest and High Peaks Wilderness)
The motorized access route for people with disabilities providing access to Boreas Ponds is now open.
Please call for current year's code at 518-623-1200.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Boreas Ponds Tract (includes parts of Vanderwhacker Wild Forest and High Peaks Wilderness)
Management of the Boreas Ponds Tract is defined by the 2018 High Peaks Wilderness UMP Amendment and the 2018 Vanderwhacker Mountain Wild Forest UMP Amendment.
The amendments describe the management, access, and public recreational opportunities available for the lands and waters on this tract of land.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNewHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The Upper Works parking area is going to be getting a new vault toilet installed towards the end of October.
Please respect areas marked with cones and flagging so that the crews and equipment can accomplish this task.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The Trap Dike on Mt. Colden is not a hiking trail or an official route that is maintained by DEC. This popular adventure is a rock climb.
Each year there are multiple rescues and injuries that result from hikers underestimating the climb. If you venture, know your limits beforehand, do not rely on any ropes or webbing that are left in the Trap Dike, and it is strongly recommended that you wear a helmet.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
The Moose Pond Horse Trail is open.
The Moose Pond Horse Trail, which leaves the Newcomb Lake Road north of the Camp Santanoni Farm Complex provides access into the High Peaks Wilderness, the areas west of the Santanoni Mountain Range and connects with the Cold River Horse Trail Network.
Trails: Moose Pond Horse Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
Many of the herd paths found on Mount Marshall and some of the other trail-less peaks meander around the slopes of the mountain without reaching the peak.
Those climbing these peaks should navigate with a map and compass rather than follow the paths created by others.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · High Peaks Wilderness Complex
Once again, the private landowners have agreed to allow hiking on Owls Head Trail during the week.
Parking at the trailhead and hiking the trail are prohibited on weekends.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Dix Mountain Tract
The lands of the Dix Mountain Tract are now part of the High Peaks Wilderness.All regulations applicable to the High Peaks Wilderness are…
The lands of the Dix Mountain Tract are now part of the High Peaks Wilderness.All regulations applicable to the High Peaks Wilderness are now in effect including, but not limited to:Group size: Groups should consist of no more than 15 hikers and no more than 8 campers.Glass Containers: Glass containers are prohibited.Information about the former Dix Mountain Area may be found in the High Peaks Wilderness section above.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Jay Mountain Wilderness
Jay Mountain Road is managed by the Town of Lewis and is a seasonal road.
The road is not maintained from October - April, effectively closing it to public automobile use during that time.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Northville-Placid Trail
The bridge over Ouluska Brook has collapsed into the brook.
The brook is passable during low water conditions.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeHigh Peaks · Other areas in the High Peaks Region of the Adirondacks
McKenzie Mountain Wilderness
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNorthwestern · Grass River Wild Forest (includes Cranberry Forest, Grass River, Long Pond, Seveys, Silver Lake, and Tooley Pond Conservation Easement Tracts)
Public motorized access to Allen Pond via the Allen Pond Road on the Tooley Pond Conservation Easement is open for the season.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNorthern · Adirondack Rail Trail
Details are available on the rail trail webpage.
Please respect posted signage and barricades in work areas and email [email protected] with questions.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNorthern · Debar Mountain Wild Forest
Trespassing in Debar Lodge or any other building is prohibited.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNorthern · Santa Clara Conservation Easement Tract
The seasonal public access roads on this easement are open.
Due to areas of erosion, it is recommended that only high clearance vehicles be used on Madawaska Pond Road.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNorthern · Saranac Lakes Wild Forest
The Connery Pond, Saint Germain Pond, and Little Clear/Little Green roads are open.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNorthern · Saranac Lakes Wild Forest
The Scarface Mountain Trail has reopened.
The bridge over Ray Brook has been replaced.
Trails: Scarface Mountain Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNorthern · Other areas in Northern Adirondacks
Paul Smith College Conservation Easement Tract
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern
Motorized use is not permitted on the property.
Snowmobile access is limited to designated routes only and as conditions permit. Cars, trucks, ATV's and UTV's are not allowed. Park at designated parking areas and access by non-motorized means only.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern
Snowmobiles are prohibited on the portion of the Stevens Road between the gate at the north end of the property line and Guideboard Road to the south.
Riders must stay on the designated C8 Route along Fern Lake Road, there is no alternate route through the property.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern · Sable Highlands Conservation Easement Tract
Reminder: Public ATVs & UTVs are prohibited on the property with the exception of Wolf Pond Road, which is a Town road.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern · Other areas in Northeastern Adirondacks
Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern · Other areas in Northeastern Adirondacks
Kings Bay Wildlife Management Area
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern · Other areas in Northeastern Adirondacks
Chazy Highlands Wild Forest
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern · Other areas in Northeastern Adirondacks
Lake Champlain Islands Complex
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern · Other areas in Northeastern Adirondacks
Taylor Pond Complex
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNortheastern · Other areas in Northeastern Adirondacks
Wilmington Wild Forest
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · Aldrich Pond Wild Forest (includes Aldrich and Sucker Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Moose Pond Club Road is open, allowing public access to several primitive campsites, and the parking lot at the trailhead for the Vanderw…
Moose Pond Club Road is open, allowing public access to several primitive campsites, and the parking lot at the trailhead for the Vanderwhacker Mountain Fire Tower Trail.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · Aldrich Pond Wild Forest (includes Aldrich and Sucker Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
The Roosevelt Truck Trail Motorized Access Route for People with Disabilities has been cleared and is open for the year.
Please call for current year's code.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · Bog River Complex (Lows Lake, Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest, and Big Tupper/Piercefield Flow Conservation Easement Tracts)
Public access roads are open in this unit.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · Cranberry Lake Wild Forest (includes Conifer-Emporium and Massawepie Conservation Easement Tracts)
As of Tuesday, September 1, 2026, the Massawepie Conservation Easement is open to public use for the season.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · Five Ponds Wilderness
The Remsen Lake Placid Travel Corridor (Railroad) is considered an active railroad.
The railroad is undergoing maintenance adjacent to the Five Ponds Wilderness Area and William C. Whitney Wilderness Area. There is an increase in traffic from trains and equipment working on rehabilitation of the railroad through this section. Users are reminded that the railroad tracks between Harrington Brook and the carry to Clear Pond and Bog Lake (Five Ponds Wilderness) are not a DEC trail and should not be used as a canoe carry when the railroad is active.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · William C. Whitney Wilderness & Round Lake Wilderness
Lake Lila Road is open.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · William C. Whitney Wilderness & Round Lake Wilderness
There are two washouts on the Stony Pond Trail.
The washouts are located about 0.75 miles and 1.0 miles from the trailhead.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · William C. Whitney Wilderness & Round Lake Wilderness
The carry between Lily Pad Pond and Shingle Shanty Brook is overgrown with brush and is difficult to follow.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · William C. Whitney Wilderness & Round Lake Wilderness
The Remsen Lake Placid Travel Corridor (Railroad) is considered an active railroad.
The railroad is undergoing maintenance adjacent to the Five Ponds Wilderness Area and William C. Whitney Wilderness Area. There is an increase in traffic from trains and equipment working on rehabilitation of the railroad through this section. Users are reminded that the railroad tracks between Harrington Brook and the carry to Clear Pond and Bog Lake (Five Ponds Wilderness) are not a DEC trail and should not be used as a canoe carry when the railroad is active.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWestern · Other areas in Western Adirondacks
Pepperbox Wilderness
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWest Central · Blue Mountain Wild Forest
Township 19 Conservation Easement - O'Neil Flow Road including the Barker Pond access is open.
High clearance vehicles are recommended to access Barker Pond.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWest Central · Blue Mountain Wild Forest
The access road to the radio towers on Blue Mountain is a private road.
The use of the road by people other than authorized personnel with administrative duties is prohibited and is considered trespassing.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWest Central · Blue Ridge Wilderness and Wakely Mountain Primitive Area
Cedar River Road is opened to Cedar River Flow headquarters.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeNewWest Central · Blue Ridge Wilderness and Wakely Mountain Primitive Area
Waterway access to South Inlet and Raquette Lake from Rt. 28 has been restored.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
Limekiln Lake Cedar River Road is opened for the season.
Rock Dam Road is open.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWest Central · Moose River Plains Complex
Sly Pond Trail: Encroaching vegetation and fallen trees will impede travel.
The trail may be difficult to follow in areas, especially closer to Sly Pond.
Trails: Sly Pond Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWest Central · West Canada Lakes Wilderness
Access to many popular destinations in the West Canada Lakes Wilderness from the Jessup River Road (Perkins Clearing) and Limekiln Lake-C…
Access to many popular destinations in the West Canada Lakes Wilderness from the Jessup River Road (Perkins Clearing) and Limekiln Lake-Cedar River Road (Moose River Plains Complex) is limited in off season months due to seasonal road closures. Motor vehicle access to the Spruce Lake Trailhead, Pillsbury Mountain/French Louie Trailhead, Brooktrout Lake Trailhead and others is prohibited.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeWest Central · Other areas in West Central Adirondacks
Cedarlands Conservation Easement Tract
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Camp Santanoni Historic Area
Newcomb Lake Road to Camp Santanoni could have variable conditions.
Be prepared to adapt or have a backup plan.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Essex Chain Lakes Complex (includes Pine Lake Primitive Area and parts of Blue Mountain Wild Forest - Newcomb/Indian Lake)
Chain Lakes Road South is not plowed in the winter beyond the raft put-in on the Indian River.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Essex Chain Lakes Complex (includes Pine Lake Primitive Area and parts of Blue Mountain Wild Forest - Newcomb/Indian Lake)
Chain Lakes Road South in Indian Lake is now open to the former Outer Gooley Club Parking Lot.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Essex Chain Lakes Complex (includes Pine Lake Primitive Area and parts of Blue Mountain Wild Forest - Newcomb/Indian Lake)
Deer Pond Road in Newcomb is now open to the Deer Pond Parking Lot.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Essex Chain Lakes Complex (includes Pine Lake Primitive Area and parts of Blue Mountain Wild Forest - Newcomb/Indian Lake)
The motorized access route for people with disabilities providing access to Fifth Lake is now open.
Please call for current year's code.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Hoffman Notch Wilderness
The intersection of the Notch Trail and Big Pond Trail has been relocated approximately 300 feet south to the Notch Trail.
Trails: Big Pond Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Hoffman Notch Wilderness
The Jones Hill Trail is marked and open.
Please check the DECinfo Locator page for up-to-date maps reflecting this addition.
Trails: Jones Hill Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Jessup River Wild Forest
The Crotched Pond tract interior parking area is open.
Non-motorized recreation on the Crotched Pond tract is allowed outside of the 1-acre camp envelopes.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Perkins Clearing/Speculator Tree Farm Conservation Easement Tracts
All public motor vehicle roads are open.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Vanderwhacker Mountain Wild Forest
Moose Pond Club Road is open, allowing public access to several primitive campsites, and the parking lot at the trailhead for the Vanderw…
Moose Pond Club Road is open, allowing public access to several primitive campsites, and the parking lot at the trailhead for the Vanderwhacker Mountain Fire Tower Trail.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Vanderwhacker Mountain Wild Forest
The Roosevelt Truck Trail Motorized Access Route for People with Disabilities has been cleared and is open for the year.
Please call for current year's code.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEast Central · Other areas in East Central Adirondacks
Hudson Gorge Wilderness
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEastern · Lake George Wild Forest
Trail marker colors on Cat and Thomas Mountain are being updated to improve navigation in the area.
Intersections provide directional signage that reflect the marker color changes. Please be mindful and prepared to adapt.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEastern · Lake George Wild Forest
There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather…
There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather than follow the paths created by others. Unofficial trails do not receive maintenance from DEC staff.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeEastern · Pharaoh Lake Wilderness
The Oxshoe Pond Lean-to is repaired and now open for use.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
The gates on Loop Road (North Lake), Mill Creek Road, and Wolf Lake Landing Road are now open for the season.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Sand Lake Falls Trail, just past the parking area for the Gull Lake Trail, has numerous blown down trees across it and may be impassable.
Blow down will be cleared as manpower allows.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
The Little Salmon Outlet Bridge on the South Lake-Herkimer Landing Road has been replaced.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Watch for trains when crossing the rails to the Nelson Lake Access Hand Launch off State Route 28 on the banks of the Middle Branch Moose River.
There is an active railroad present in the summer. Camping is prohibited in and around the hand launch site during June, July and August.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Gull Lake Road (the jeep road) is impassable to motor vehicles at this time because it is very rutty and rocky.
ATVs use is prohibited.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Six of the ten water access sites on the east shore of North Lake are rarely used.
Vegetation has begun to grow in on the six sites making them harder to find.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Herkimer Landing Road is not open to public motor vehicles, however there are private rights to use motor vehicles on the road.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Black River Wild Forest (Flatrock Mountain, John Brown and North Lake Conservation Easement Tracts)
Flansburg/Black Creek Road is open to public motor vehicle use.
However, travel beyond Mill Creek Lake will be limited by poor road conditions and snowmobile bridges not designed to support vehicles.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Pigeon Lake Wilderness
Shallow Lake Bridge is complete, although the trail is very wet beyond the bridge.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthwestern · Pigeon Lake Wilderness
The bridge across Constable Creek on the Constable Pond-West Mountain Trail has been replaced.
Trails: West Mountain Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Daniels Road State Forest
The access road was recently repaired but may not be plowed during winter.
Users should travel this route carefully and at low speed.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Lake Desolation Conservation Easement
The road to Archer Vly is open.
Camping is available only at the four designated locations.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Lake Desolation Conservation Easement
Public ATV access is NOT permitted on any conservation easement lands in this area (Northway Properties and Lyme Adirondack Forest Company).
State police and NYS Rangers will be called for trespass violations.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Ferris Lake Wild Forest
Billy Hamlin Trail is eroded, rough, rocky, and very wet in places.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Hans Creek Conservation Easement
Access is limited to snowmobiling only.
State police and NYS Rangers will be called for trespass violations.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Northville-Placid Trail
Hikers using the portion of the trail through the Shaker Mountain Wild Forest may have trouble crossing West Stony Creek during high waters following rains.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Shaker Mountain Wild Forest
Hikers using the Northville-Placid Trail may have trouble crossing West Stony Creek during high waters following rains.
Trails: Northville-Placid Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Silver Lake Wilderness
West River Road, which provides access to the Whitehouse Trailhead of the Northville Placid Trail, is open for the season.
Trails: Northville-Placid Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Rockwood State Forest
The road north of Cemetery Road leading to the parking and camping area on the State Forest is very rough due to significant washouts.
Several cars have become stuck. Only high clearance 4-wheel drive vehicles should use the road.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
Please be aware that wasp nests have been reported at the southern end of the Murphy Middle Bennett Trail between Creek Road and Bennett Lake.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeSouthern · Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
The North Bend Bridge on Oregon Trail is sagging but intact.
In wet times of year, hikers will have to go through some water to enter and exit the bridge.
Trails: Oregon Trail
Read on DEC's site - NoticeAcross the park
Fire Danger: Check the fire rating map for daily updates
Check the fire rating map for daily updates
Read on DEC's site - NoticeAcross the park
Water Crossings: Expect water levels to rise with new rainfall.
Expect water levels to rise with new rainfall. Check the USGS Current Water Data for New York for stream flow of selected waters. (Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs aka lifejackets) are required from November through May.)
Read on DEC's site - NoticeAcross the park
Temperatures: These are forecast temperatures for base elevations throughout the region.
These are forecast temperatures for base elevations throughout the region. Weekend temperatures in the region at BASE elevations are expected to have highs in the low-50s (Friday) and lows in the low-20s. Check the National Weather Service's Mountain Point Forecast for more accurate forecasts at elevation on or near your intended route.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeAcross the park
Conditions and Reminders: It's still fall but snow is falling!
It's still fall but snow is falling! The High Peaks have already seen dustings of snow, and this weekend we expect to see some more of that white stuff even at lower elevations.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeAcross the park
Conditions and Reminders: The sunset is before 7 PM!
The sunset is before 7 PM! Forgetting a headlamp is one of the most common causes of search-and-rescues. Remember- 2 is 1, and 1 is none.
Read on DEC's site - NoticeAcross the park
Conditions and Reminders: Layer properly to stay warm with moisture-wicking (non-cotton) inner layers, insulating mid-layers, and water/wind-resistant outer layers.
Layer properly to stay warm with moisture-wicking (non-cotton) inner layers, insulating mid-layers, and water/wind-resistant outer layers. Anticipate losing 5 degrees Fahrenheit for every 1,000 feet of elevation gain!
Read on DEC's site