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From lakes to forest to meadows, Hand Hollow has a variety of habitats and landscapes to explore. 

Description
The 414-acre Hand Hollow Conservation Area, owned and managed by the Columbia Land Conservancy, is characterized by woodlands, meadows, a lake, two ponds, streams, and wetlands.  
 
Three trails totaling approximately two and a half miles traverse the property, each of which provides visitors with unique recreational experiences.  In addition, there is access from Gale Hill Road to the east shore of the lake, which is an ideal location for fishing.  Canoes, kayaks, and other boats maybe hand-carried to the lake.  No gasoline motors allowed.

Trail Map

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Sightings

Have you you seen an unusual animal track, spotted a new bird, or noticed a wildflower in bloom while visiting a conservation area?  Send us your wildlife observations and we will post them here to share with the community.

   

Directions
The Hand Hollow Conservation Area can be accessed from two points.  From Route 295, approximately .75 miles east of East Chatham, take County Route 9 north.   In approximately 3.5 miles turn left onto Gale Hill Road, a parking area is located on the right side approximately 1 mile from the intersection.   The second assess point is on County Route 9, just north of the intersection of County Route 34.  Parking is next to a beige farmhouse with a large pond.  

 

Columbia Land Conservancy · P.O. Box 299 · 49 Main Street · Chatham, NY 12037 · (518) 392-5252