Closed
Stillwater Tower Trail
Independence River Wild Forest · near Stillwater Mountain
0.4 mi
This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.
Stillwater Mountain Parking Area
Closest parking
Closures and warnings
No alertsDEC hasn't posted anything about this trail.
4 more alerts for Independence River Wild ForestClosed
- Caution
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 - Caution
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 - Caution
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
Updated from DEC · DEC's page
Not affiliated with NYS DEC. Conditions change — verify with DEC before you go. Emergencies: 911 or 1-833-NYS-RANGERS.
Where to park
- Stillwater Mountain Parking AreaAt the trail · DEC parking
- Stillwater Parking Area1.3 mi from the trail · DEC parking
- Basket Factory Road Parking Lot2.0 mi from the trail · DEC parking
Distances are as the crow flies.
Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Independence River Wild Forest.