Swain is located at the southern tip of the Rattlesnake Hill State Wildlife Management Area next to the Ossian State Forest in western NY, east of Buffalo. It's known for it's fantastic ski slopes as found at the Swain Resort, a premier skiing resort as well as the Sportsmens Festival hosted in the fall. Quaint inns and restaurants dot the landscape for both the skiing and mountain biker crowds. When visiting here in the winter for the skiing, make sure to check out The Shop At Swain for expert advice and the Sierra Inn for great food and lodging.