Can you camp for free in Finger Lakes National Forest?

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Yes, you can camp for free in Finger Lakes National Forest. The forest offers dispersed camping, which is a type of camping where you can set up camp outside of designated campgrounds. Dispersed camping is free, but there are no amenities like restrooms, water, or trash services. When camping in dispersed areas, be sure to follow the Leave No Trace principles and practice responsible camping habits. For more information on camping in Finger Lakes National Forest, you can visit Hipcamp.

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