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Sonyea State Forest
An outdoor preserve which offers year round access with hiking trails, camping access, fishing spots, and hunting/trapping locations.
Open
Open for recreation: Year-round
Fee: Free
Rules: Leave No Trace principles (carry in, carry out)
Directions: To gain access to this forest from I 390, exit 6, head south on State Route 36, then south (right) onto County Route 72, then north (right) onto Union Corners Rd, which ends on the State Forest.
The 922-acre Sonyea State Forest provides a rustic experience with a limited amount of development. People who have ventured through the forest have described it as an under the radar wonderland. Hikers have experienced many different forms of wildlife. From a few sightings of black bear to beaver and mink flourishing in the wetlands, there are plenty of fauna to see. The preserve also offers a number of different waterfalls and areas where camping is allowed for free. Hiking in this forest is relatively easy with little inclines and allows dogs if they are leashed.
Photos courtesy of Dan Dangler Photography: https://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/sets/72157647763903894?fbclid=IwAR1XLJchooKCP5IjOWdQTxXWHBzptRpgNKox1UKgIZr0yal3LbAvW_5DnOA
