New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) euthanized a moose that caused the temporary closure of a popular hiking trail.

On June 7, 2025, New York State DEC officials temporarily closed Goodman Trail leading to the summit of Goodman Mountain, near Tupper Lake, NY, due to encounters with a 4-year-old moose. This moose had been displaying odd behavior so the trail was close for public safety concerns and to monitor the moose.

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On Thursday August 7th the New York State DEC humanely euthanized the bull moose on the Goodman Mountain Trail after confirming a significant decline in its health. The moose was first sighted near the summit of Goodman Mountain in May when hikers reported the moose tolerating close human presence.

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