- Open for Recreation: Year-round

- Fee: Free
- Contact Information:
- DEC Region 1 Stony Brook Office (M-F, 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM), (631) 444-0270; [email protected]
- Search, rescue, wildfire, and enforcement matters: 911- or - 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264)
A local Forest Ranger is a valuable source of information for the state land you would like to visit.
- Location: Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County
- Wildlife Management Unit: 1C
- Map: GeoPDF Instructions - Carmans River Pine Barrens State Forest Map (GeoPDF) || Carmans River Pine Barrens State Forest Hunting Map || Google Earth || DECinfo Locator
Carmans River Pine Barrens State Forest is a 24.8-acre undeveloped property consisting of pine barrens habitat. It is located between Carmans River and the Long Island Expressway. The area is open to hunting, hiking and wildlife viewing.
A free 3-year Managed Land Access Permit is also required to use this property. Visit DEC's nForm page if you need information on how to obtain a NY.gov account, which is required for these permits.
Users must observe regulations for use of DEC-managed lands in Suffolk County.