Forestry England says the woods may be closed completely to dog walkers if the problem persists.
Dog owners have been told to clear up after their pets or risk losing one of the county's best-loved walking spots.
The statement continued: "The best way to keep the forest clean is for visitors to deal with any waste items they bring to the forest. Bosses ruled out providing bins for dog waste, citing concerns over their costs, vandalism and the threat they pose to wildlife.Lawrence Porter, 77, lives in Woodhall Spa and was critical of dog owners who do not clean up after their pets.
Other people visiting the woods told the BBC they were pleased measures were being taken to prevent rubbish from being left but said they were "shocked" the car park had been closed.Teresa Atkins, 67, who was visiting the area for the first time, said the situation was "terrible".
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