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DuPont State Forest has closed many trials because of debris fallen in recent snow and ice storms, the State Division of Forest Resources announced last week.

"The February 5th ice storm broke lots of tree limbs and tops," the Division says. "Freezing weather and additional snows have hampered cleanup operations. ... Main forest roads are clear, but are muddy when not frozen. ... Most single-track trails have debris in them. They may be passable for hikers, but mountain bikers and horseback riders will find them difficult to negotiate.

"Some trails will be closed temporarily until the ground is completely thawed and we have at least a week without rain or snow."

A list posted March 6 shows 20 trails closed indefinitely because of wet conditions and debris. The list is to be updated weekly.

The 10,300 acre DuPont State Forest is located in Henderson and Transylvania counties between the towns of Hendersonville and Brevard.