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Three Spring State Forest

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fern imageThree Springs State Forest is also known as Madison Reforestation Area # 3. This small forest of 797 acres is situated mostly in the town of DeRuyter and adjoins the larger Muller Hill State Forest in the town of Georgetown. The terrain is rolling to a hilltop elevation of over 2,040 feet. Visitors will encounter stands of spruce, pine, larch and natural hardwoods. The property was purchased in the 1930's and soon after was reforested.

Field Notes

Access is from Carpenter Road where the forest access road of 1.4 miles begins. There are four parking areas on the access road. An ATV access trail for people with disabilities is located on the property. Hunters, hikers and bird watchers use the area and some cross country skiers use the access road in winter. Visitors may notice a large number of airplanes overhead. A building containing directional location devices for planes is located adjacent to the property.

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

Travel State Highway 80 east of the hamlet of Sheds. Take Carpenter Road south to the entrance to the forest.

Important Numbers

State Forest Office (M-F 8am-4pm): 607-674-4036

Forest Ranger (Evenings, Weekends and Holidays): 315-655-5643

Emergencies: 911