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Tug Hill State Forest
Barnes Corners

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Trails: In Tug Hill State Forest the Barnes Corners Ski Trails offer 20 km (12 miles) of ungroomed trails for cross-country skiing. Four trails are rated Novice and five are Intermediate. The Oak Rim Trail is intended for snowshoeing only. Snowmobiling is not permitted on the trails but there are some places where snowmobiles may be crossing the trail.
Trail fees: No charge
Tel: NYSDEC, Watertown: 315-785-2252
Snow report:
Nearest town: Rodman, NY
Web site: Barnes Corners Ski Trails
Trail map: Available on the DEC website
Equipment rentals: No
Ski lessons: No
Other winter activities: Snowshoeing
Facilities: None
Lodging on site: No
Lodging nearby: Watertown has several hotels and B&Bs.
Tourism info: St Lawrence Chamber
Weather report: for Rodman
Location of trails: Barnes Corners Ski Trails are about 15 miles south of Watertown. Take Exit 42 off I-81, then head about 9 miles east on Route 177 to about 2 miles west of Barnes Corners.
Map of local region: Barnes Corners Ski Trails

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