The Stid Hill Wildlife Management area is 1035 acres and sits on the east side of the valley just across from Bristol Mountain Ski Resort. Access to the property by bike is available via two entrances on Route 64 and an entrance off Dugway Rd.
Typical Trail Conditions & Restrictions
Access to the trail system during early spring is not possible due to the flooding of Mud Creek during peak snow melt. During this period of time, much of the trail system becomes waterlogged and is not rideable until early or mid May.
The DEC requests that riders stay off the trails during hunting seasons. Visit the DEC’s website for the hunting season calendar.
Click here to download the latest printable map.
Trail Stewardship
Working with the DEC, GROC is leading trail stewardship activities at the Stid Hill WMA. In 2023, the DEC approved more than a mile of new trail. This new section of trail features creek crossings, boulder fields and natural rock gardens.
Please be aware: Wild parsnip has been found growing at the trailhead at the North Entrance on Route 64. It can create a skin reaction similar to poison ivy. The sap reacts with sun light to create blisters. It is recommended that users stay on the trail and learn how to identify wild parsnip [https://nyis.info/invasive_species/wild-parsnip/]. Gloves and long sleeves are recommended for trail work. Weed wacker or string trimmers are not recommended as they will spray the sap onto the operator. Wild parsnip has a yellow flower that will likely appear mid summer and a stem that looks similar to celery.
Get Involved
Please check the event calendar for our scheduled digs. If you would like to get involved, please contact the Stid Hill stewardship team.