Recreational Land for Sale in Russia, New York

This 27.2-acre parcel is situated at the serene end of Brady Beach Road in the Town of Russia. It adjoins the Adirondack Forest Preserve lands to the north and west, while Remus Brook runs along the southern boundary, creating a peaceful atmosphere amidst protected landscapes. The eastern edge faces the town-maintained Brady Beach Road, ensuring reliable year-round access and nearby electric availability. The property features a substantial sandy clearing at its center, bordered by mature red pines, and includes a rustic lean-to. Zoned as Rural Development Residential (RDR), this land allows for low-density residential use with a minimum lot size of 8 acres and 300 feet of frontage. With the appropriate approvals from the Town of Russia and the Adirondack Park Agency (APA), the parcel could be subdivided into up to three conforming lots. While the parcel does not come with deeded waterfront access, it is adjacent to land owned by the New York State Canal Corporation. Upland residential owners may apply for a revocable, pedestrian-only access permit to the reservoir, which allows for a 25-foot-wide footpath to the water for an annual fee of $50. An additional $50 per year would permit an approved dock. Please note that these permits are revocable, non-transferable, and prohibit vehicular access or land clearing on Canal Corporation property. Approximately 1,100 feet to the southwest, the DEC-managed Hinckley Reservoir Day Use Area features a lifeguarded beach, boat launch, fishing pier, picnic shelters, and access to trails. The area is conveniently located near Hinckley State Forest, West Canada Creek, the Herkimer Diamond Mines, City of Utica, and the Village of Old Forge, providing opportunities for year-round outdoor activities such as paddling, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, and skiing. This is a rare chance to acquire a sizable, wooded parcel in the southern Adirondacks, offering privacy, natural beauty and the potential for thoughtful development.