Ferncliff Forest - Rhinebeck, NY Dutchess County

Ferncliff Forest is an old-growth forest of about 200 acres in the northwest corner of Rhinebeck, NY. Terrain consists of quick descents, technical singletrack and trail features including a log ride, jumps and drop-offs. There is approximately an hour and half or riding, with a good amount of climbing in the northern section of the forest. Hunting is not allowed, making Ferncliff is a great late season riding spot. A new Fire Tower is scheduled to be installed in the spring of 2007.

Directions:
From Kingston: Go east over the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge (Rt. 199) to first traffic light, Right on River Road, bear left at fork on Mount Rutsen Road, Right into parking lot at sign.
From South: Take Route 9 north through Village of Rhinebeck. Left on Montgomery Street, this will turn into Mount Rutsen Road. Left into parking lot at sign.
From North: Take Route 9 or 9G south towards the Town of Rhinebeck. Follow signs towards the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge (Rt. 199). Approx 1 mile before bridge, turn left onto River Road, bear left at fork on Mount Rutsen Road, Right into parking lot at sign.