Montrose Point State Forest
This 51 acre state forest is managed cooperatively with Westchester County Parks, they have charge of the maintenance on this property.
A brick factory was once on this site and the area heavily mined for the raw materials for this industry, leading to the rolling nature of the topography. Walk the trail to the "brick beach" where hundreds of bricks were discarded. Another trail leads to a lovely Hudson River vista.
Montrose Point's Kiosk
Wildlife abounds in this small niche of greenery. Cormorants have been seen sunning themselves on trees near the small pond, deer and turkeys wander through, and tree frogs can be heard in the spring and summer months.
State Forest Regulations:
Anyone enjoying this multiple use area must observe the following rules which protect both them and the forest environment.
1. Do not litter. Carry out what you carry in. Burying of refuse is prohibited.
2. If you build a fire, do so with care, and use wood from dead and downed trees only. Never leave a fire unattended.
3. 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 drive vehicles, is not allowed, except where specifically permitted by signs, posted notice or DEC permit.
4. 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 trails.
5. No permanent structures should be established, including tree stands or blinds.
Volunteer Projects:
DEC appreciates public assistance. Volunteer projects will be considered if consistent with management policy and legal constraints. Volunteer projects are always subject to DEC supervision.
Important Numbers:
State Forest Office (M-F 7am-3pm): 845-831-8780 x309
Forest Ranger Dispatch: 845-256-3013
