Milford State Forest

Milford State Forest is a 512-acre piece of public land in Otsego County, spread across the towns of Laurens and Milford. It is set aside for recreational use, with hunting, fishing and winter activities all part of what draws people out to the woods in any season.

State forests in New York are managed for recreation and wildlife, and they tend to have fewer amenities than state parks. That makes this one a good fit for people who like a simple, low-key outing in the countryside near Cooperstown and Oneonta.

What to Know

• The forest covers 512 acres of land open for recreational use.
• It spans the towns of Laurens and Milford in Otsego County.
• Hunting and fishing are among the uses, and winter activities are part of the mix.
• It is featured by This Is Cooperstown, the Otsego County tourism site.