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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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Map: Cole Hill State Forest
Photo: First morning at camp
Photo: Old Woods Road
Photo: Stopping for a bit
Photo: While I couldn't push back all the refrozen snow, I carefully scattered the ashes and unburnt brush over the site
Photo: View South Through the Trees
Photo: Irish Hill
Photo: Bright Sun
Photo: Beaver Dam
Photo: Cemetary Along Ski Trail
Photo: Cole Hill Truck Trail

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