- Open for recreation: Year-round
- Fee: Free
- Contact Information:
- DEC Region 3 New Paltz Office (M-F, 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM), (845) 256-3076; [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: Towns of Beekman and Dover, Dutchess County
- Wildlife Management Unit: 3G
- Map: West Mountain State Forest Map (GeoPDF) - GeoPDF Instructions || Google Earth || DECinfo Locator
West Mountain State Forest consists of 830 acres. There are no marked trails found on the property. However, there is a network of unmarked trails that provide for a variety of non-motorized recreation all year. Target shooting is prohibited at West Mountain State Forest pursuant to 6NYCRR Part 190.8 (ab).