Extending over 12,000 acres, this state forest includes nearly 17 miles of ATV and UTV riding trails marked by mud bogs, chunk rock, tree roots, and technical obstacles, as well as steep hilly sections, and loose terrain. A 7.5-mile stretch of the 2,175-mile Appalachian Trail (that stretches from Georgia to Maine) passes near Benedict Pond and offers spectacular wooded views. Keep an eye open for the abundant wildlife, including the namesake black bears,  bobcats and deer.