Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest

State:	New York
Address:	Livingston Manor, NY 12758
Zip code:	12758
Phone:	(518) 473-9518
Website:	http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/9152.html

Monday:	Open 24 hours
Tuesday:	Open 24 hours
Wednesday:	Open 24 hours
Thursday:	Open 24 hours
Friday:	Open 24 hours
Saturday:	Open 24 hours
Sunday:	Open 24 hours

• christine liao
  
  
  (June 24, 2022, 10:43 pm)

  I went camping here for the first time(my first time camping in a tent). Stayed for two nights. It was overall, a very fun and exciting experience.
  The first night, we got here later than we wanted to so, we decided to camp in the car(I was too scared to walk in the dark).
  The second night, we set up and camped in a tent at one of the sites. From around sunset till dark, there were occasional loud barking noises coming from groups of canis(not really sure what they were). At times, it sounded far and other times sounded really close to our camping site which, spooked me out. Had some beer to help me sleep... otherwise, I would've stayed up most of the night(I don't advise doing this if alone).
  Other campers who have been at this camping area several times claimed that it was their first time hearing the noises but have never seen anything.
  I definitely recommend coming here with someone with at least some camping experience or have something for defense if anything. And if planning to camp during the colder seasons, definitely bring 4 or more blankets just in case.
  However, the scenery is breathtaking. I would definitely come back to explore some more!

• Jennifer Hayes
  
  
  (September 22, 2019, 7:49 am)

  A little challenging. This was my first and I admit I was a little out of shape. The view was beautiful however it was very windy and the tower was rickety and creeky. I was a little afraid but will be back on a less windy day. Again wonderful Park Rangers. So helpful.

• Jan Braidech
  
  
  (June 10, 2019, 6:46 am)

  Absolutely gorgeous woods and a nice woods road trail that has leveled-off sections that give you a welcomed break between the inclines of the path to the top of the mountain. We were just here yesterday (6/9/19) with other members of the Forest Fire Lookout Association... Keep a "lookout" for the many Swallowtail butterflies that you will notice fluttering around you...
  
  Finally the big treat of climbing the fire tower and visiting with Bill in the cabin. Dont be afraid to ask questions especially about where other fire towers are... :O)

• Stephen Allen
  
  
  (September 26, 2017, 3:56 pm)

  I went up the red trail to the lean-to. Set up camp and hiked to the summit. The sunset from the firetower at the top was gorgeous. Absolutley will go again.

• Jeff Yusko
  
  
  (June 30, 2017, 7:10 am)

  Lovely hiking, great trails and great views. Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower is worth the trip.

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