Boyce Hill State Forest's free dispersed camping sits along the Finger Lakes Trail, managed by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. The access trail runs wet through much of spring, functioning more like a stream than a dry path in that season. Primitive tent sites sit beside a small pond, while a lean-to with a fire pit and privy waits roughly half a mile in. Rubber boots are worth packing for early-season visits; drier summer and fall conditions make the walk considerably more manageable. Campers exploring campgrounds near Franklinville will find this one among the more rustic, walk-in options in the area.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBoyce State Forest is located in New York near Franklinville
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
42.33224985 N
78.52064936 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Boyce State Forest needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 53 min from Buffalo, NY
- 1 hr 31 min from Erie, PA
- 1 hr 47 min from Rochester, NY
- 1 hr 52 min from Elmira, NY
