
Numerous guidebooks and maps are available with information on the lands, waters, trails and other recreational facilities in this area. Madison County Tourism Office (link leaves DEC website) can provide information about other recreation, attractions and amenities in this area.

Nearby State Lands, Facilities, Amenities & Other Information State Lands and Facilities Various forest products have been harvested over the years, supplying market demand for paper products, construction lumber, cabin logs and fine furniture. Many different habitats can be found on the forest. This property is a blend of red, white and Scotch pine and Norway spruce plantations with natural hardwoods consisting of American beech, sugar maple, red maple, black cherry, white ash, basswood and eastern hemlock. This state forest was purchased for reforestation, watershed protection, timber production, recreation and similar purposes. Baker State Forest is named after the district forester who oversaw the establishment of this property as a state forest. If you have questions and/or comments about this UMP, please email us at E. In addition to management objectives, the UMP contains detailed information on natural features, recreational infrastructure, geology, natural and human history, habitats, wildlife, fisheries and much more.

See Rules and Regulation section for more information. Further information on these permits can be obtained through any NYS DEC office throughout the state. Proof of current negative Coggins certificate is required for all horses and out-of-state horse owners are required to produce a 30-day health certificate.

An application fee is also required for the TRP. Plan on two to three weeks for processing prior to the event. Organized trail rides or events need a temporary revocable permit (TRP) which can be obtained through the local Lands and Forests office in Sherburne.
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Accessible portable toilets and an accessible mounting platform for people with disabilities are also available at this site.Įquestrian riding has a set season - May 1st through October 31st each year.

There is a pavilion as well as water, picnicking, and camping facilities. The assembly and camping area can accommodate campers and approximately 150 horses with covered tie stalls and stallion box stalls. The assembly area on Moscow Road is the beginning of the trail system.
