Sandisfield_State_Forest

Sandisfield State Forest

Sandisfield State Forest

Protected area in Massachusetts, United States

Sandisfield State Forest is a Massachusetts state forest filled with rolling hardwood forests in the town of Sandisfield.[1] It is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. A highlight of the forest is York Lake, which was created from swampy ground by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935.[1]

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Activities and amenities

  • Lakes: The shallow, 35-acre (14 ha), man-made York Lake offers a 300-foot (91 m) swimming beach, fishing, non-motorized boating, boat ramp, picnic grounds, and restrooms. The lake is stocked with trout three times each year.[4] West and Abby lakes also have fishing.[5]
  • Trails: Trails available for hiking and cross-country skiing include the 2.2-mile (3.5 km) York Lake Loop Trail.
  • The forest offers seasonal hunting. Black bears might also be seen within the park.

References

  1. [1]
    "York Lake Loop Trail" (PDF). MassParks: Sandisfield State Forest. Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Retrieved July 23, 2013.
  2. [2]
    "2012 Acreage Listing" (PDF). Department of Conservation and Recreation. April 2012. Retrieved January 19, 2014.
  3. [3]
    "Sandisfield State Forest". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior.
  4. [4]
    "Sandisfield State Forest". MassParks. Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Retrieved July 23, 2013.
  5. [5]
    "Sandisfield State Forest". The BerkshireWeb. Retrieved July 23, 2013.
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