Charles Baker State Forest

Charles Baker State Forest is named after the first District Forester who administered it. This property totals over 9,400 acres in southeast Madison County and makes up the core area for the Brookfield Trail System. This highly acclaimed horse and snowmobile trail system has over 130 miles of trails set throughout three state forests (Charles Baker State Forest, Brookfield Railroad State Forest, and Beaver Creek State Forest) that make up the Brookfield unit management area. These three forests collectively provide 13,750 acres of public reforestation lands for multiple recreation purposes.

http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/8225.html

Evergreen Pond Leanto

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The Evergreen Pond Leanto at Charles Baker State Forest. The roof of the lean-to has some damage from a tree branch that struck it, although inside it's mostly intact. There is an outhouse on site, along with horse tie downs.

Taken on Sunday January 15, 2023 at Charles Baker State Forest.

Lost Pond

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Exploring Lost Pond at the Charles Baker State Forest off Truck Trail 4. There is a drive in campsite designated at the trailhead with a camp here logo. 

Taken on Monday January 16, 2023 at Charles Baker State Forest.

Truck Trail 3

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Walking Truck Trail 3 yesterday in a winter wonderland. I could have driven it but I like walking 🚶 and I didn't want to slide off it. 

Taken on Saturday January 14, 2023 at Charles Baker State Forest.