Introducing a totally new experience in nature. Be one of the first to discover a region so beautiful we've preserved it for you for over 81 years.

Nestled between Lake Ontario and the western foothills of the Adirondacks, The Great Salmon Wilderness has thousands of acres of pristine forest stretching from Port Ontario and the Seaway Trail to Redfield. We are open year round and we've got everything under the sun! Explore the all new Great Salmon Wilderness in Oswego County; an area so beautiful, we've preserved it for you for over 81 years. The Salmon River serves as the southern gateway to the Tug Hill Plateau and the western gateway to the Adirondacks. Take advantage of our previously inaccessible land that's fast becoming a nationally known vacation spot. This is no surprise when you consider the following assortment of activities and attractions available here.

Hiking Mountain Biking X-Country Skiing Fishing Archery Camping Canoeing Nature Photography Golf Windsurfing Sailing

Snowmobiling Hunting Horseback Riding Waterskiing Snowshoeing Sightseeing Swimming White Water Kayaking Birdwatching Stargazing

Whatever your interests are, we've got just the thing for you and your family. Stay at your choice of bed & breakfast establishments like the CrossRoads Inn & Cabins. Unwind at various campgrounds of the area, such as the newest Port of the Islands RV Resort & Campground. Or explore our unique YURT VILLAGE and new lodge at Salmon Hills Cross Country Ski Resort.

Inquire how you can buy some property here and own your little bit of paradise. NM Properties owns thousands of acres of land in the area available for sale or development.

Nature Lovers......have you ever met a massive centuries-old sugar maple? Witnessed thick clouds of mist swirl through the trees like a pack of ghosts? Or come face-to-face with a 110' waterfall? You'll find all this and more at The Great Salmon Wilderness!

Be sure to explore: Over 20,000 acres of pristine land Over 187 varieties of flowers and trees 47 species of butterflies 18 species of amphibians Over 42 different mammals ranging from the beaver to deer Over 174 species of birds including migrating raptors, bald eagles, and our very own osprey nest

Trail Blazers......our region has been called the land of trails, and it is easy to see why! Newly developed trails that criss-cross the region provide hikers, mountain bikers, and even horseback riders miles of novice to expert trails through forests, meadows, and wetlands on both private and public lands.

Check out the Seaway Trail, a designated National Recreation Trail stretching from Massena in northeastern New York, along Lakes Ontario and Erie, and into Pennsylvania. From nature gazing to trailblazing, choose your own pace and watch out for frog crossings!

Water Lovers......have your kids ever felt minnows nibbling at their toes? Or swung off a branch to go splashing into a crisp, clear lake? Once they're in the water, you may have a hard time getting them out.

Don't forget to shoot the scheduled white water rapids along more than 20 miles of river. Take it easy in your canoe on our 7 mile lake; we've got perfect boating, sailing, waterskiing, and kayaking. When it comes to boating, we've got it all. Catch the next 33-pound world record Coho Salmon or hook a 16-pound trout as you fly fish the headwaters of the Salmon River. You can land "the big one" on Lake Ontario or scuba dive for old shipwrecks in Lake Ontario. Be sure to enjoy the spawning show at the NYSDEC Altmar Fish Hatchery, which is open to the public. There's no end to what you can do at The Great Salmon Wilderness.

Achievers......if you've got your sights set on golf, archery, hunting, mountain biking, world-class fishing and other similar recreational activities, The Great Salmon Wilderness is the perfect destination to focus on.

Campers and RVers......tell ghost stories around a crackling fire. Nod off for the night to the shooting stars above with nothing but the sound of the rustling leaves around you.

Snow Lovers......welcome to the region with the greatest snowfall east of the Rockies. More than 278 miles of groomed and marked snowmobile trails within the county link the expansive Tug Hill region to the Adirondacks. The Great Salmon Wilderness boasts hundreds of miles of both groomed and back country cross-country ski trails.

Historians......explore such sites as the historic Selkirk Lighthouse in Port Ontario, the abandoned railroad stone archways, or enjoy the simple old country charm along the roadways intertwining throughout The Great Salmon Wilderness.

Vacationers......there's no end to what you can do in the surrounding area! Catch the fast-paced world of race car driving at the Oswego Speedway or visit Turning Stone, New York State's only casino, just 45 minutes away. Just a short drive away is Syracuse with all of its museums, nationally recognized zoo, professional baseball games, and regional shopping malls. The Great Salmon Wilderness is also centrally located to the Finger Lakes, 1000 Islands, and Canada.

Land Investors......Hundreds of acres of land within this pristine region are available for sale or development. Our comprehensive land plan for the corridor has identified commercial and residential opportunities while at the same time balancing economic development with recreation and conservation. Find out how you can responsibly turn this land into a valuable asset.