Nestled in the raw nature of Oswego County’s Amboy township, a 72-acre slice of paradise changed hands for $197,500, a pure delight for nature lovers, with its mix of seclusion, adventure, and rustic charm. The sale of this off-grid cabin-equipped turnkey property happened in late 2024 fast, a clear sign of the rising demand for affordable hunting lands in upstate New York. As we move into November 2025, such stories still lure the dreamers to the Adirondack foothills where the Little River seems to be keeping the secrets of trophy bucks and hidden ponds. If you are scouting a forest refuge for yourself, then the Amboy treasure has the elements that make rural New York so attractive: the endless trails, animals living at your doorstep, and a cabin that is awaiting for family traditions to be created.
Property at a Glance
The 72 acres that were surveyed and divided into three buildable parcels stretched out the property at County Rte 56 in Camden (ZIP 13316), which is a real outdoor mecca of the area. The deal which was handled by NY Outdoor Realty’s Kirk Goodrow and closed as a pending deal is no longer there, but its memory remains in the experiences it created. The grounds ascend mildly through the mix of hardwoods, pine stands, and the streambank thickets, which are all the Little River’s winding path’s children. This is not only dirt and trees; it’s the place to celebrate the hunting seasons, the family campfires, and those quiet moments when you feel that nature is your home. There are absolutely no neighbors around, so the seclusion is complete – just perfect for those who want to disconnect from the Syracuse grind (which is only 45 minutes away) or the Finger Lakes’ hustle and bustle.
What makes this piece of land so special is that it’s not just a piece of mere land? There are already trails that go along the ridges, by the scouting ponds, and into two food plots (one being a generous nearly 2-acre clearing planted by the seller) that you can avail to. Animals can live well here: Whitetail deer can be seen in the cover, ducks are swimming the river’s pond-like stretches, and bass or pickerel are on the hunt beneath the surface. Being in Wildlife Management Unit 6K’s Northern Zone, rifle hunting is six weeks long with Sunday hunts allowed—just perfect for hunting that trophy buck right out your cabin door.
The Heart of the Home: Off-Grid Cabin Comforts
Right in the middle of the property, you will find a 16×28-foot cabin that is as much a stronghold as it is a fireside haven. Made with care, it is well-equipped to withstand the cold New York winters and it has quite a character-worthy features such as knotty pine walls and stained shiplap flooring that loudly say “cozy retreat”. The interior of the building is practically designed: a camp kitchen for making quick meals, a large bedroom, a big living room which is the woodstove room for those crackling evenings, and a loft that can be at once extra sleeping space or a place for stargazing and storage.
Living off the grid is good and doesn’t have to be hard—lights powered by a generator can be turned on with a simple gesture even for those arrivals during the late night hours, and full electric service is available only 600 feet away for the hybrid setup lovers. Go out to the screened-in porch which is fully furnished and is there to provide you with the most relaxed and comfortable afternoons where you can take in and enjoy the woods at the backside of the house. A seasonal bathhouse is there to keep things practical, while a large storage shed is there to hold your ATVs, snowmobiles, and tree stands. It is fully equipped and turnkey so it is move-in ready—no trips to IKEA are necessary. Just envision it: waking to the sound of the river, coffee brewing while deer silhouettes are spotted at dawn. It is not a tough life; it is nature at its best.
Land’s Lure: Hunting, Fishing, and Beyond
These 72 acres are not simply the setting—they are the main characters. Little River is the knife that cuts through the land thus providing the best spots for hunting ducks and fishing pools which are full of bass and pickerel. The food plots are like magnets that attract the game while the thickets and hardwoods are the perfect cover for trophy whitetails. All of this is made possible through the trails which make the area accessible: You can go hiking along the ridge lines to get the stunning views, scouting the ponds for waterfowl, or ATV along already established paths which lead to county networks.
The thrill of the adventure does not end at your property borders. Right up against the property line—less than 100 feet away—are the snowmobile trails which provide the easiest winter fun. The Oswego County ATV trailhead is only a few minutes away and, thereby, the door to many summer expeditions. And for the anglers, what can be better than this place? It takes only 10 minutes to get to Oneida Lake’s Godfrey Point Boat Ramp where walleye, bass, and perch are the main catches all year round; it is only 15 minutes to Salmon River’s Altmar Bridge for steelhead runs that can compete with the ones in the Pacific Northwest. This property is not a static one—it is a launching pad for the seasons of the stories, the bow hunts at first light, or the ice fishing under the aurora glows.
Prime Location in Oneida Lake Country
Amboy’s placement in Oswego County is just that rare kind of a perfect balance: it is remote enough to provide solitude and connected enough to be convenient. Situated in the Oneida Lake Country, it is just a stone’s throw away from the snowmobile meccas and places famous for fishing, but at the same time, it is a completely different world far away from the urban sprawl. Camden’s atmosphere which is that of a small town only provides the essential things without the crowds, whereas airports, and amenities of Syracuse are a quite a drive. The zoning is kept flexible—three buildable parcels mean you can plan for the future of your legacy or subdivide it down the line.
With low restrictions accompanying low taxes, it is a smart move in a market where hunting lands in upstate are considered gold. Most of the parcels ranging between 50 and 80 acres and located in the vicinity are priced between $150,000 and $250,000; however, this one’s riverfront and cabin made it worth more. Outdoor recreation is coming back after the pandemic and as 2025 is about to end, properties like this one are the main reasons why buyers are heading up north: the entry to the wilderness is affordable, and ROI is in memories and maybe a mounted rack or two.
Why This Amboy Escape Captures Hearts
The existence of cookie-cutter lots we can compare this piece of land only with. The seller’s “perfectionist touch” can be seen in each and every detail—starting from the maintained trails and going all the way to the cabin’s immaculate interior—thus a sale being turned into a heritage handover. The property is designed around families: Children playing in the river, old people sitting by the woodstove, all under one roof surrounded by woods. The individual advantages such as direct snowmobile access and riverfront duck blinds are the things on which the “wow” factor of the quietly talked hunters depends.
It is true, off-grid means choosing a generator instead of a smart fridge, and the only way to get to your house which is via a 900-foot private road requires a sturdy truck. Nevertheless, these are the badges of the lifestyle rather than defects. So, what are the advantages for retirees looking for peace, young families in pursuit of adventure, or investors interested in recreational rentals? It is a no-brainer.
Wrapping Up the Woodland Dream
When the trees of Amboy turn yellow this fall of 2025, thinking about this sold 72-acre wonder is like going through an old rugged adventure journal. It wasn’t only land and a cabin; it was a promise of unscripted joy—the kind that stays. If it was able to set your fire, then go and take a look at fresh listings of NY Outdoor Realty or give a call to Kirk Goodrow at 315-854-3144.
The outdoors of upstate New York are calling. Are you going to answer with your rifle in hand or your fishing rod ready? What will be your next chapter in the wilderness? The river is waiting for you.
Source:nyoutdoorrealty
