Finger Lakes National Forest

This is a real gem in Central NY. The only national forest in the state. There is a small campground for a fee but you may also backpack/hike into several areas to disperse camp. A lean-to is on the finger lakes trail that runs through the southern part of the forest. The Interloken trail is a 12 mile trail right though the center. Also horse trails, horse camps and group camping areas available.

Quiet and relaxation, I did a 7 day they hike from Watkins Glen (check out the waterfalls) to Ellicotville I met half a dozen people, very peaceful. I also hiked a 14hr loop from Watkins until 4am!! Coyotes, Deer, owls and other things I couldn’t see with a full sky of stars was a fantastic experience on a well marked, well maintained trail- hats off to the caretakers

Excellent trails to hike. Areas of water and waterfalls, views over Seneca Lake. Many trails have periodic ways to get back to main roads too. A means in my view to save a life of accidents happen. I have been coming here for years and just did the entire interloken trail.

It seems like a nice place to hike. We went when it was raining and cold so we didn't meet anyone else. It's very flat, wooden and in the spring we went, there are quite some flowers. That section has trail in the woods and dirt road running parallel with it. So you can take either. Be aware there is very little parking, 4 cars, at the trailhead.

Small but pleasant national forest. In a state deprived of Federal land, this was an oasis. We camped along chicken coop road and marveled at the golden foliage, clear skies, and well-established dispersed campsite options.

Worth visiting if you plan on exploring the surrounding area and prefer camping to a B&B/motel. As far as wild area's go, it's not very remote or wild. Lots of housing, fields and pastures mixed in and around. There are some nice, quiet camping cites available. Served us well as a base camp as we visited the lakes, towns and parks in the surrounding area.

Absolutely beautiful place to get away, with similar feeling to the Adirondacks... quick easy get away close to all cny residents....

This place is so awesome and peaceful. I'm most definitely returning to here in the future!

The Finger Lakes National Forest is a great place to appreciate nature. The trails and campgrounds are great.

Visitor center is very informative. Bathrooms and water fountain avail. Great view of Seneca Lake. Plenty of parking.