Danby State Forest Chestnut Lean-to
Total distance: 0.57 miles
Difficulty level(s): easy
From Bald Hill Rd, it is a pleasant 1.2 mile round trip hike to the Chestnut Lean-to. This is a beautiful, easy hike through wild forest. You can also access the lean-to from the Michigan Hollow Rd trailhead (2.0 mile round trip). Privy at lean-to. This trail is NOT closed during hunting season however hunting is permitted in Danby State Forest. Stay on trail and wear blaze orange during hunting seasons.
Portions of this trail system are also included in the Finger Lakes Trail system.
Trailhead GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 42.3262
Longitude: -76.4981
Parking Locations
- Street : Park at intersection of Comfort Rd & Bald Hill Rd, Danby. Trail is 200 yards north on Bald Hill Rd.
Trail Attributes
- Good for Hiking
- Good for Running
- Good for Snowshoeing
- Unique Wildlife Viewing
- Picnicking allowed
More Info
Part of interconnected trail system: Yes
Trail Surface: Earth
Trail Markers: white blaze
Hunting is allowed on this trail - use caution.
This trail is open year round.