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The National Weather Service (leaves DEC website) provides maps depicting current snow depths, forecasts, and other snow information. Be Prepared for Winter Conditions with safety tips from this and (leaves DEC website). (leaves DEC website) while enjoying the state's abundant snowmobiling opportunities.

DEC Adventure Adirondacks: Visit the (leaves DEC website) to follow the DEC Adventure Adirondacks Group for more information on winter hiking safety, preparedness, trail conditions, and trip ideas. Login to join the group Adirondack Backcountry Information: Be sure to check for important general notices and information which applies across the Adirondacks. Report back country emergencies, such as lost or injured hikers, and wildland fires to the DEC Ray Brook Dispatch at 518-891-0235. Specific Notices Aldrich Pond Wild Forest • The web page provides information about the unit and its recreational opportunities, and a map of the unit.

• Powell Road leading to South Creek Lake often experiences flooded conditions due to beaver activity. Users should exercise caution and be aware of changing road conditions throughout the seasons.

(2019) Bog River Complex (Lows Lake, Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest & Big Tupper/Piercefield Tract Easement Lands) • The web page provides information about the unit and its recreational opportunities, and a map of the unit. • Nothing to report. Cranberry Lake Wild Forest • The web page provides information about the unit and its recreational opportunities, and a map of the unit.

• S78 Snowmobile Trail (Grass River Railroad) on the Conifer-Emporium Conservation Easement Tract is closed from Intersection 2 to Conifer. (2019) • DEC has moved the trail closed signs from C7A to S78 (near Intersection 2). • A 'No Snowmobiling on Plowed Road' sign is located at the Conifer end of the trail. • Five Ponds Wilderness • The web page provides information about the unit and its recreational opportunities, and a map of the unit.

• A ten-mile section of the Oswegatchie River from High Falls downstream to the Inlet Hand Launch (Inlet Road) has numerous fallen trees across the river which may make passage difficult. Paddlers should portage around downed trees whenever possible. (2019) • An 800-foot portion of the High Falls Loop (part of the Cranberry 50) has been rerouted to avoid a dangerous log crossing of a beaver dam. The new route has been signed and blowdown has been removed. It is located approximately 0.6 mile east of High Falls. (2019) • Frequent flooding from beaver activity occurs along the High Falls Trail between Wanakena and the Sand Lake Trail.

The trail is an important part of both the High Falls Loop (approximately 14 miles), and the larger Cranberry Lake 50 mile trail. (2016) Pepperbox Wilderness • The web page provides information about the unit and its recreational opportunities, and a map of the unit. • Nothing to report. Remsen to Lake Placid Travel Corridor • DOT has completed repairs to the section south of Lake Lila. The C7 Snowmobile Trail is available throughout the Adirondacks, but may not be rideable due to the lack of snow or other conditions.

(2019) Watson's East Triangle Wild Forest (Croghan Tract & Oswegatchie Tract Easement Lands) • The web page provides information about the unit and its recreational opportunities, and a map of the unit. • Access to the Oswegatchie Tract Easement via the Bryant Bridge Road is limited to those paddling on the easement lands. All others should use the Bald Mountain Road.

(2018) William C. Whitney Wilderness & Round Lake Wilderness • The web page provides information about the unit, and its recreational opportunities and a map of the unit. • Lake Lila Road is closed to motorized vehicles but is open to the public for skiing and snowshoeing. Remain on the road and do not trespass on adjacent privately owned lands. (1/18) • A beaver dam has caused flooding of the Lilypad Pond Trail about 1.5 miles from trailhead, just past campsite #5. (2017) • Beaver activity has caused the flooding of the Stony Pond Road approximately one mile from the trailhead.