Welcome To Ferncliff Forest In Rhinebeck NY
OCTOBER 2025
The Forest Is Open Year-round
Support Ferncliff Forest! Join us for the 2025 5k Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning Nov.27th. Sign up here First 750 entries receive a t-shirt.
Ferncliff Forest is a nature preserve with a pond and a fire tower. 12 miles of trails for walking and mountain biking.
To report an issue on any of our trails, visit our trail map page to contact us with location on Google Maps and e-mail us at trailcondition@ferncliiffforest.org . Please state issue on the Subject line, thanks.
If it is an emergency call 911
For those wanting to camp, just send us an Email and we will send out details.
Our donation button is posted below, Ferncliff Forest is a non-profit, that needs donations from those who enjoy the forest in Rhinebeck and those wanting to see us protecting this gem.
The Forest Is Open Year-round
Support Ferncliff Forest! Join us for the 2025 5k Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning Nov.27th. Sign up here First 750 entries receive a t-shirt.
Ferncliff Forest is a nature preserve with a pond and a fire tower. 12 miles of trails for walking and mountain biking.
To report an issue on any of our trails, visit our trail map page to contact us with location on Google Maps and e-mail us at trailcondition@ferncliiffforest.org . Please state issue on the Subject line, thanks.
If it is an emergency call 911
For those wanting to camp, just send us an Email and we will send out details.
Our donation button is posted below, Ferncliff Forest is a non-profit, that needs donations from those who enjoy the forest in Rhinebeck and those wanting to see us protecting this gem.
Fernclliff Forest Pavilion
The new pavilion at Ferncliff Forest is available to reserve for your event! Please note there is no running water or electric on site. We have one port a let on site. You would need to bring a generator for electric and order more port a lets if you need them.
Ferncliff Forest is a carry in, carry out facility. Below is a list of what we will need for you to reserve. Thanks!
1. We must have a tax deductible donation to FF to reserve a date: Online at ferncliffforest.org or on our Facebook page.
2. Photo ID with contact name, phone and email.
3. Date and time and what the event is for and how many people and cars.
4. Let us know if you will require the gate to be unlocked for set up/tear down.
5. If you will be serving alcohol, you will need a 1 million dollar Liability Insurance policy for the date of the event.
The best way to reserve the Pavilion is to email info@ferncliffforest.org
Ranger Staley and the Ferncliff Forest Board of Directors.
Ferncliff Forest is a carry in, carry out facility. Below is a list of what we will need for you to reserve. Thanks!
1. We must have a tax deductible donation to FF to reserve a date: Online at ferncliffforest.org or on our Facebook page.
2. Photo ID with contact name, phone and email.
3. Date and time and what the event is for and how many people and cars.
4. Let us know if you will require the gate to be unlocked for set up/tear down.
5. If you will be serving alcohol, you will need a 1 million dollar Liability Insurance policy for the date of the event.
The best way to reserve the Pavilion is to email info@ferncliffforest.org
Ranger Staley and the Ferncliff Forest Board of Directors.
Ferncliff Forest Camping Permits
Ferncliff Forest is a forest preserve with hiking trails, lean-to's and tent platforms along the trails! Camping is limited to a 7 day stay. Please email the number of people in your party and the dates you want to camp. No reservations are made so camping sites are on a first come basis. The pavilion is not a camping spot!
You must display the permit on the dash of your car. A car in the parking lot after dark without a valid permit will be towed at the owners expense.
To receive a camping permit you must make a donation to Ferncliff Forest and send us a copy of your ID and Plate Number for your car! Donations can be made online at ferncliffforest.org or on our Facebook page.
You can also mail a check to Ferncliff Forest Inc., PO Box 1, Rhinebeck, NY 12572. If you are planning to request a permit for a weekend day, all info must be received by noon on the Thursday before.
Your donations are tax exempt since we are a 501c3 corporation.The best way to get a permit is to email us at: info@ferncliffforest.org.
You can also stop by to make a donation and get your permit at Staley Real Estate LLC., 400 Rt. 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.
Phone 845-876-3196. Thank You
You must display the permit on the dash of your car. A car in the parking lot after dark without a valid permit will be towed at the owners expense.
To receive a camping permit you must make a donation to Ferncliff Forest and send us a copy of your ID and Plate Number for your car! Donations can be made online at ferncliffforest.org or on our Facebook page.
You can also mail a check to Ferncliff Forest Inc., PO Box 1, Rhinebeck, NY 12572. If you are planning to request a permit for a weekend day, all info must be received by noon on the Thursday before.
Your donations are tax exempt since we are a 501c3 corporation.The best way to get a permit is to email us at: info@ferncliffforest.org.
You can also stop by to make a donation and get your permit at Staley Real Estate LLC., 400 Rt. 308, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.
Phone 845-876-3196. Thank You
Support Ferncliff Forest
FERNCLIFF FOREST
OPEN YEAR-ROUND
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Ferncliff Forest Inc. a not for profit 501C3 corporation that does not receive any government funding would like to thank the hundreds of contributors that donate. Our current project is a much needed expansion of our parking area. Please consider donating so that we may continue to provide safe and convenient parking while visiting our beautiful forest! Thank You! - Ranger Staley
CAMPING PERMITS
Interested in a camping permit please send us an Email.
Questions & Comments
Thanks, Staff at Ferncliff