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The 876-acre Cole Hill State Forest is located in the town of Berne in Albany County. Cole Hill and much of the surrounding areas were made up of the Van Rensselaer manor called Rensselaerwyck. Much of the estate was broken up in the early 19th century after tenants were tired of paying perpetual leases, leading to the Anti-Rent War. Cole Hill State Forest is managed by the multiple-use concept. Foresters plan complementary uses such as habitat diversity, recreation, water, wildlife, wood products and natural beauty so as to promote a healthy and useful forest. Recreational opportunities include hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, hunting, fishing, trapping and wildlife viewing.

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Map: Cole Hill State Forest
Photo: Across the Clear Cut
Photo: Icy Gravel Pit
Photo: Catskills from Cole Hill Road
Photo: Proceeding to the Clear Cut
Photo: Fire Is Started
Photo: Hammock Camping on Cole Hill
Photo: Snow Covered Truck Trail
Photo: Cemetary Along Ski Trail
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Photo: First coffee of the decade - with egg nog

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