GAME REFUGE & FOREST PRESERVE

Welcome To Ferncliff Forest In Rhinebeck NY

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OCTOBER 2024
The Forest Is Open Year-round
Sign up for the 2024 Ferncliff Forest Turkey Trot 5k on Thanksgiving morning to support the forest.

Ferncliff Forest is a nature preserve with a pond and a fire tower. 12 miles of trails for walking and mountain biking.

To report an issue on any of our trails, visit our trail map page to contact us with location on Google Maps and e-mail us at trailcondition@ferncliiffforest.org . Please state issue on the Subject line, thanks.

If it is an emergency call 911

For those wanting to camp, just send us an Email and we will send out details.

Our donation button is posted below, Ferncliff Forest is a non-profit, that needs donations from those who enjoy the forest in Rhinebeck and those wanting to see us protecting this gem.





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CLIMB THE TOWER

Breathtaking Views!

Ferncliff Forest a local gem of Northern Duchess County of NY is open year-round for walking, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, camping, skiing and of course Rhinebeck's number 1 free attraction, come climb the fire tower. If your looking for camping information send us an email for details.

MT. Rutsen Road
Rhinebeck, NY
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Support Ferncliff Forest

FERNCLIFF FOREST

OPEN YEAR-ROUND

On behalf of the Board of Directors of Ferncliff Forest Inc. a not for profit 501C3 corporation that does not receive any government funding would like to thank the hundreds of contributors that donate. Our current project is a much needed expansion of our parking area. Please consider donating so that we may continue to provide safe and convenient parking while visiting our beautiful forest! Thank You! - Ranger Staley

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CAMPING PERMITS

Interested in a camping permit please send us an Email.

Questions & Comments
Thanks, Staff at Ferncliff