Madison County, NY 📍

Madison County, situated in central New York State, is home to a population of 73,442 as per the 2010 census. This county is a pivotal part of the Syracuse, NY Metropolitan Statistical Area. Positioned east of Syracuse, slightly north of Binghamton, and west of Albany, Madison County holds the honor of housing the state’s geographic center in Pratts Hollow, within the Town of Eaton. With Oneida Lake and Oneida Creek framing part of its northern border and Chittenango Creek defining the western boundary, Madison County boasts picturesque landscapes.

This page focuses on free camping opportunities on state land within Madison County, extending an invitation for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the region’s diverse offerings, including hiking, biking, kayaking, and various outdoor pursuits.

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Terrain Map: Proposed Exit 25 Interchange with Interstate 88
Map: Bonner Lake State Forest
Map: Green Mountain National Forest North
Terrain Map: Indian Fields Before the Alcove Reservior

Upper Leland Pond

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Dramatic clouds hang over Leland Pond in Madison County on November 3, 2014. Not a wilderness lake by any stretch of the imagination, but still with some wild vistas on this small pond located outside of Hamilton, NY.

Monday November 3, 2014 — Leland Pond
SVGZ Graphic: Distance to a Dollar Store