Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in Marathon, New York

This property is perfect for anyone that loves the great outdoors, perfect for recreational purposes. On a recent walk, both deer and turkey sign were plentiful. The parcel does have a nice ridge and even a stream that flows through with small water fall features. A one acre open area on the year-round maintained road creates a wonderful spot to build a home or cabin. Power is accessible along with internet from the poles located in front of the building lot. The land is one of the last parcels before entering 4,507 acres of the James Kennedy State Forest land. Several areas of NYS state land are just a short distance away, including Griggs Gulf and Tuller Hill State Forest, with additional hunting, fishing, camping, and miles of multiple-use trail system for family-based cross-country skiing, hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, along with many miles of maintained snowmobile trails. During the off season, enjoy the area with some great fishing at the nearby Skaneateles Lake, located just 14 miles from this property, as are nearby Otisco and Owasco lakes, providing many options for outdoor water sports on these renowned, pristine Finger Lakes. Greek Peak Mountain Resort is located nearby and has year-round activities, including downhill skiing, snowboarding, zip lining, and mountain biking. Snowmobile to nearby trails that connect with the NY trail system. Amenities, restaurants & shopping are located within minutes of Homer and Cortland. Ithaca is located only a half hour away, home to Cornell University, Ithaca College and the longest of the Finger Lakes, Cayuga Lake, which is 38 miles long; the second largest in NYS and provides water sports, beaches, as well as outstanding fishing for trout, bass, perch, northern pike and Atlantic salmon. Downtown Syracuse is an easy commute of just 35 miles, Binghamton is 53 miles away, and New York City/George Washington Bridge is only 3.5 hours away.