Two primitive campsites sit just feet from Bargy Road in this dispersed camping area managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Kevin C. found the sites equipped with basic rock fire rings, while Thomas E. noted the small black and yellow placards that mark camping locations. State forest maintenance staff confirmed plans for potential expansion beyond the current two sites.
The road-accessible location provides cell service and allows campfires, though campers should expect wet firewood during rainy periods. One campsite serves as a trailhead for a man-made trail system. For those planning extended stays in the region, camping areas around Lorraine offer additional options. This free camping spot works well for campers comfortable with minimal amenities and road proximity.
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Map & DirectionsWinona State Forest is located in New York near Lorraine
Coordinates
43.71054584 N
75.97309385 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/5/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/5/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- 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
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Drive Time
- 33 min from Watertown, NY
- 51 min from Syracuse, NY
- 1 hr 8 min from Utica, NY
- 2 hrs 1 min from Rochester, NY
