Danby State Forest Chestnut Lean-to

Difficulty // Easy

Activities // Hiking, Snowshoeing, Running

Distance // 0.6 miles

Features // Unique wildlife viewing, Picnicking allowed, Dog-friendly (on leash)

Route Type // Out and Back

Estimated hiking time // 12 mins

Open year-round.

Hunting allowed, use caution.

Surface types // Earth

Trail markers // white blaze

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.

This trail is part of the Finger Lakes Trail.