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Triangle State Forest

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The 661 acre Triangle State Forest, (Broome Reforestation Area #1), is located in the Town of Triangle, in Broome County. The town derives its name from its geographical location. Located south of the "twenty towns" in Chenango County, and the "military tract" in Cortland County, the apex of the triangle was formed by the confluence of the Chenango and Tioughnioga Rivers. This area boasts high quality white pine, and as a result, has a place in our nation's history.

Triangle State Forest Sign

History

During the War of 1812, many of the nations capital buildings were burned, damaged or destroyed. Anson Seymour, son of one of Triangle's first settlers, capitalized on the reconstruction of the capital by selling white pine logs to the Federal government. He rafted "vast" amounts of old growth white pine down the Tioughnioga River, into the Chenango River, into the Susquehanna River and down to the Chesapeake Bay. To this day, some of our national buildings contain lumber grown in the Town of Triangle.

Field Notes

The present day forests contain a mixture of plantations and natural hardwoods and conifers. Most of the white pine a visitor to the forest would see today was reforested in the 1930's. The tall, majestic pines that helped rebuild the nation's capital were felled long ago. Hunting opportunities for deer and turkey are plentiful. Forest management has created some ideal habitat for ruffed grouse.

Vehicle access into the interior of the forest is not available during the winter. However, a New York State Corridor trail uses the unplowed town road, passes through a red pine plantation, and continues North to Chenango County. The Triangle State Forest is a diverse hilltop among the farm fields in Northeastern Broome County. Stop by for a visit.

State Forest Regulations

Anyone enjoying the use of this State Forest must observe the following rules which protect 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 drives is not allowed, except where specifically permitted by signs, posted notice or by 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 trail.
  5. No permanent structures should be established, including tree stands or blinds.

Directions

To get to Triangle State Forest, start at Triangle, which is located on State Highway 206. From there, take Ticknor Brook Road North to Rathbun Hill Road. Heading East takes you to the State Forest.

Important Numbers

Emergencies/Law Enforcement: Weekends, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, call (607) 674-4036. Evenings, weekends and holidays, call (607) 674-9766 or 674-9555.