Cole Hill State Forest 📍

The 876-acre Cole Hill State Forest is located in the town of Berne in Albany County. Cole Hill and much of the surrounding areas were made up of the Van Rensselaer manor called Rensselaerwyck. Much of the estate was broken up in the early 19th century after tenants were tired of paying perpetual leases, leading to the Anti-Rent War. Cole Hill State Forest is managed by the multiple-use concept. Foresters plan complementary uses such as habitat diversity, recreation, water, wildlife, wood products and natural beauty so as to promote a healthy and useful forest. Recreational opportunities include hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, hunting, fishing, trapping and wildlife viewing.

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Magnificent White Pine Stand

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On top of Cole Hill near the Cole Farm, there is a portion of 1930s reforested White Pines, planted to hold down the soil and also provide a crop for the pulp and paper industry. This is similar to the area recently clear cut, in an effort to get more natural and desirable hardwoods to replace them.

Sunday March 20, 2011 — Cole Hill State Forest — Cole Hill State Forest 🗺
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