Home > RecreationState Wildlife Management Areas in the Finger LakesThere are more than two dozen state wildlife management areas (WMAs) in the Finger Lakes. These areas exist for the benefit of wildlife, however, they are open to the public without charge. Things to Remember1. Many of these areas are in locations were cell/mobile phones do not work, however, you should always bring a cell/mobile phone in cases of an emergency. 2. Bring plenty of water. 3. It's easy to get lost in an unfamiliar place. Bring a compass or a GPS. Take a reading when you start out so you can get back to that point. 4. Stay on trails whenever possible. 5. Dogs should be leashed at all times. State Forest RegulationsAnyone enjoying the use of this State Forest must observe the following rules which protect them and the forest environment:
1. Do not litter. Carry out what you carry in. Burying of refuse is prohibited. 2. If you build a fire, do so with care and use wood from dead and downed trees only. Never leave a fire unattended. 3. All motorized vehicles are restricted to access roads posted as motor vehicle trails. Off road use of motorized vehicles, such as ATVs, trail bikes and four-wheel drives is not allowed, except where specifically permitted by signs, posted notice or by DEC permit. 4. Camping for more than three nights or in a group of ten or more requires a permit from a Forest Ranger. Camping is prohibited within 150 feet of water, roads or trail. 5. No permanent structures should be established, including tree stands or blinds. 6. Digging up plants is prohibited. PermitsFor permits, contact the appropriate Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) office. Region 7* NYSDEC 615 Erie Blvd. West Syracuse, NY 13204 315-426-7400 reg7info@gw.dec.state.ny.us
Region 8** NYSDEC 6274 E. Avon-Lima Rd. Avon, NY 14414 585-226-2466 region8@gw.dec.state.ny.us CAYUGA COUNTY*Cicero Swamp mapCross Lake Islands mapNorthern MontezumaLIVINGSTON COUNTY**Conesus InletRattlesnake HillMONROE COUNTY**Braddock BayONONDAGA COUNTY*Cicero Swamp mapCross Lake Islands mapHamlin Marsh mapThree Rivers mapONTARIO COUNTY**High TorHoneoye CreekStid HillSCHUYLER COUNTY**Catharine Creek MarshConnecticut Hill mapWaneta LamokaSENECA COUNTY**Canoga MarshCayuga LakeWillardSTEUBEN COUNTY**Cold BrookErwinHelmer CreekWest CameronTOMPKINS COUNTY*Connecticut Hill mapWAYNE COUNTY**GalenLake Shore MarshesNorthern MontezumaYATES**High Tor
Updated 1 September 2011
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