- Open for recreation: Year-round
- Fee: Free
- Contact Information:
- DEC Region 7 Cortland Office (M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM), (607) 753-3095; [email protected]
- Search, rescue, wildfire, and enforcement matters: 911- or - 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264)
A local Forest Ranger is a valuable source of information for the state land you would like to visit.
- Location: Towns of Newark Valley and Owego, Tioga County
- Wildlife Management Unit: 7S
- Map: Oakley Corners State Forest Map (GeoPDF) - GeoPDF Instructions || Google Earth || DECinfo Locator
Oakley Corners State Forest is located in eastern Tioga County. Popular activities on this forest include: hunting, boating, hiking, fishing, bird watching, primitive camping, cross-county skiing and snowshoeing. There are two ponds on the forest that are popular for fishing, camping and boating. Target shooting is prohibited on this forest.
The Oakley Corners State Forest Multiple-Use Trail System has been designed to offer family-based recreation for hiking, mountain biking and cross-county skiing. Trails are available for all skill levels. The 15.3-mile Oakley Corners Multiple-Use Trail System is a cooperative effort between DEC's Division of Lands and Forests, and volunteers from the Volunteer Stewardship Program.