The 998 acre Pigtail Hollow State Forest is located eight miles north of the village of Bath. The forest is located in the towns of Wheeler and Urbana in Steuben County. It shares a common boundary with Urbana State Forest.

The colorful name stems from the crooked nature of the creek bottom (or "hollow") which flows through the center of the forest. This area was also known as "Hungry Hollow" during the Depression era. This name is thought to be a reference to the unproductive nature of the soils in this area for agriculture.

Recreational opportunities on this state forest focus on a rustic experience with a limited amount of development. The Bristol Hills Trail provides good access to the interior of the forest. This trail is a branch of the 900+ mile Finger Lakes Trail System.  A rustic campsite called "Granma's Campsite" is located just off the Bristol Hill Trail in the forest. 

Directions

To gain access to this state forest from Bath, proceed north on County Route 13, Mitchellsville Road. Turn right (also northerly) onto Hungry Hollow Road, which bisects the forest.