The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation manages this dispersed camping area within the Rattlesnake Hill Wildlife Management Area, less than a mile from Ossian State Forest. Campers access the site by vehicle but should expect primitive conditions typical of state forest camping. The location provides drive-in access while maintaining the undeveloped character of dispersed camping. Without established amenities or designated sites, visitors need to be self-sufficient and follow Leave No Trace principles. The area serves campers who prefer unstructured camping experiences in state-managed forest lands.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsOssian State Forest West Camp is located in New York near Nunda
Coordinates
42.49927222 N
77.83435477 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
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
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 7 min from Rochester, NY
- 1 hr 9 min from Elmira, NY
- 1 hr 19 min from Buffalo, NY
- 1 hr 37 min from Ithaca, NY
