Best Campgrounds near Akron, NY

Akron, New York offers a mix of established campgrounds providing diverse accommodation options for outdoor enthusiasts. Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground, located in Akron proper, features tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and even glamping facilities around a recreational lake. Within a short drive, visitors can access Six Flags Darien Lake Campground and Darien Lakes State Park Campground in Darien Center, both offering similar amenities with different atmospheres. Most campgrounds in the region provide electric hookups, water access, and facilities like showers and toilets, with several accommodating larger RVs with big-rig friendly sites and 50-amp service.

Camping in the Akron area typically operates seasonally from May through October, with most facilities closing during the winter months. Cherry Hill Campground offers a smaller, more intimate camping experience with just 10 sites, while larger operations like Sleepy Hollow Lake and the Darien Lake options accommodate numerous campers. Many sites require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holiday periods. Campgrounds near Darien Lake Theme Park experience higher occupancy during concert events and peak amusement park season. As one camper noted about Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground, "Short term site right across from the pond, with a patio and gazebo. Roads paved throughout, great laundry facilities, lots for kids, cabins available. Clean friendly campground."

Families with children particularly appreciate the activities offered at several area campgrounds. Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground receives praise for its recreational offerings, with one visitor commenting: "Plenty of activities around the campground. Golf cart rentals available. Clean restrooms near the store." The Six Flags Darien Lake locations cater to visitors attending the adjacent amusement park or concerts, with some reviews noting these areas can be louder and less ideal for those seeking a peaceful nature experience. Many campers mention the convenient access to swimming opportunities, with Sleepy Hollow featuring both a lake and pool. Feedback suggests the best experience comes from matching camping style to the right location—theme park-adjacent camping for entertainment-focused trips and more secluded options for those seeking traditional outdoor relaxation.

Best Camping Sites Near Akron, New York (86)

    1. Darien Lakes State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Darien Center, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 547-9242

    $24 - $33 / night

    "The lake is awesome, and great for all water activities. I really enjoyed stand up paddle boarding as well as fishing with my parents!"

    "I live local to the area and still find a time to setup the tent and enjoy some peace and quiet away from the noise of daily life. There are miles of hiking trails, nice "lakes" to fish and swim in."

    2. Six Flags Darien Lake Campground

    17 Reviews
    Darien Center, NY
    8 miles
    Website

    "Unless you're a season ticket holder at Darien Lake, you will be forced to purchase tickets to the Darien Lake amusement park when camping here."

    "Walking distance to the theme park. Campground fees include admission to the theme park. The sites are very nice and well maintained."

    3. Cherry Hill Campground

    12 Reviews
    Darien Center, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 813-5099

    $39 - $69 / night

    "We got there by renting a car on Rental24h.com and took a tent with us and had a great time"

    "We have stayed at Cherry Hill a couple times, mostly for Darien Lake concerts. It's VERY convenient to get to the convert as the campground offers shuttles before the events."

    4. Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

    11 Reviews
    Akron, NY
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 542-4336

    $30 - $42 / night

    "Plenty of activities around the campground. Golf cart rentals available. Clean restrooms near the store."

    "Clean bathrooms near the campground store."

    5. HTR Niagara Campground

    36 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-7600

    $77 / night

    "This is a campground of several lakeside cabins and mostly RVs, so they were also seldom in use, making them even more accommodating for us during this time of distancing."

    "The staff was very pleasant and knowledgeable, the price was high but not unexpected considering the location. Our site was pleasantly shaded with rubbish bins a short walk away across the road."

    6. Darien Lake Campground

    4 Reviews
    Darien Center, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 599-2211

    "It was a busy place with lots of RVs, but my campsite was in a field bordered by wild flowers at the end of the campground with no one else around."

    "Pros: Picturesque Lake Some close Wildlife Kept Clean Double dump station Cons: Playgrounds, lack of and deteriorating Not much for children to do

    The site we had was secluded, spacious and perfect"

    7. Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

    54 Reviews
    Youngstown, NY
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 745-3802

    $24 - $100 / night

    "The sites were right next to the bathrooms/showers/laundry. The bathrooms were very clean. The showers had 2 separate privacy shower curtains and a bench to put your things in the shower stall."

    "Amazing views of the lake and nice trails around! The views of the river were awesome and wildflowers bordered the trail."

    8. Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

    24 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-7583

    "With it being close in proximity to the Niagara Falls made nice but many turn over of campers making this a busy park. The sites were level and our site had full hook ups."

    "Stayed here to easily get back and forth to the NY side and border crossing at the falls. Nice sites and access right to the amusement park located next door."

    9. Letchworth State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Perry, NY
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 493-3600

    $300 / night

    "Letchworth State Park is known as the Grand Canyon of the East and is located in Mt. Morris New York. My husband and I visited regularly when we lived near Rochester, NY."

    "Not technically in the Finger Lakes but still one of the most beautiful parts of Western New York State. Splurge and eat at the Glen Iris Inn! Great for cycling and hiking but no swimming."

    10. Niagara County Camping Resort

    5 Reviews
    Gasport, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 434-3991

    "Quiet surroundings with lots of stuff for kids to do. Swimming, fishing, putt putt, petting zoo. Camp sites are clean and large. Ownership is extremely friendly. Will visit again."

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Recent Reviews near Akron, NY

495 Reviews of 86 Akron Campgrounds


  • Marc D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

    Large KOA

    This was a large KOA campground with many sites, cabins, activity center, etc. We were there in late October and it was partially closed down. Quite pricey. Clean facilities. Somewhat close to interstate noise. Convenient to access Niagara Falls.

  • Scott H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Big Guys Campground

    Activities for all ages!

    There is so much to do at this camp! They have a jump pillow, pool arcade, movie room, RC track, and bingo for everyone. They have live music at tavern on the property with great food! They have a disc golf field, fishing, and so many places to go on the golf carts! They also go in big on their themed weekends. Great place to go if you want the kids exhausted at the end of the day!!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Niagara Falls North / Lewiston KOA

    Niagra Falls

    We enjoyed this campground. Attendant advised he had a full connect site available and upgraded. Gravel pad farely level. Filled propane while there. They do trash pickup every morning.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Niagara County Camping Resort

    Niagra County Camping Resort

    Arrived late at night to this established site. This is a mixed accommodation campground with established long term residents & short term sites.

    Some sites include a table, power access and tire rim for fire-ring. Showers & flushing toilets are near RV sites in back area. Small camp store, swimming pond & fishing pond. Manager, Christine very nice & helpful.

    Campground is relatively close to scenic drives along Lake Ontario & Niagra State Park, Niagra Falls.

  • Christopher  T.
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Evangola State Park Campground

    What a shame

    This used to be real nice but NY has let all it's park go to pot with lack of funding and no updates

  • MacKenzi G.
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

    Kid friendly but Bee Problem

    We had a lot of fun here and there’s a lot of activities for kids I would typically give this campsite 5 stars but our only problem was there were bees everywhere. I get some bees are apart of the camping experience and nature but we’ve never ran into this problem elsewhere. They were all over the campground it was very unpleasant and there was a nest under the playground we did advise management of.

  • SkipperAllen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

    Niagara Falls visit

    We stayed here when seeing the falls easy 18 min drive to the falls. One perk we were not aware of was free parking at one of the three New Yark park parking lots with our campground pass. Showers clean and warm. Staff helpful and friendly.

  • Scott H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    Relaxing 2 weeks

    The camp store is closed along with no firewood and no laundry.

    We stayed for 2 weeks and it was so relaxing. We loved biking through the loops and by the beach at the park. There was live music at the park during the week. The campground has an activity room full of things to do. As a state park, there are a lot of different people with different values, so be ready for the occasional obnoxious family. Our site was secluded and in the pines. We love it here and will definitely do this again!

  • Miranda
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Woodstream Campsite

    Rip off

    Have to stay at least 2 nights. Employees say one thing. Then boss charges me even though I was told it was okay. Aren't willing to reason with. Also traffic very loud at night


Guide to Akron

Camping near Akron, New York, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly campground or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Many campgrounds, like Letchworth State Park Campground, have extensive trails. One visitor noted, "The gorge trail has all the waterfalls and you can walk right next to them."
  • Water Activities: Campgrounds near Lake Ontario, such as Four Mile Creek State Park Campground, provide access to the lake for swimming and fishing. A camper mentioned, "The beach is beautiful! The bathrooms were clean!"
  • Exploring Local Attractions: If you're near Darien Lakes State Park Campground, you can visit the nearby amusement park. One reviewer said, "The campground was 6 minutes from Darien Lake Amusement Park."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at places like HTR Niagara Campground. A visitor shared, "The sites are very nicely spaced and level."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. One camper at Hamlin Beach State Park Campground said, "Bath houses are modern and clean."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday offer plenty of amenities for kids. A parent noted, "The play areas and pool were great for my 9-year-old."

What you should know:

  • Crowded on Weekends: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Lake Erie State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground was very crowded the night we were there."
  • Limited Privacy: Many sites are close together, which can affect privacy. A camper at Evangola State Park Campground remarked, "Sites are pretty much wide open, with zero separation between you and your neighbor."
  • Check for Amenities: Not all campgrounds have stores or markets nearby. A camper at Darien Lakes State Park Campground noted, "If you forgot an essential item, you've got to go out from the park."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids, like Branches of Niagara Campground. A camper said, "The camp store was great and even had a separate mini farmer's market with fresh veggies."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring your own food or check if the campground has a store. One camper at Four Mile Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "They had a good mixture of more open or more secluded spots."
  • Pack for Activities: Bring bikes or outdoor games to keep the kids entertained. A parent at Stony Brook State Park Campground shared, "The recreation area was cool. Playgrounds were nice in both camping and Rec areas."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Make sure your site is level before setting up. A reviewer at Six Flags Darien Lake Campground noted, "Site is very unleveled; water and electric are far away."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have narrow roads and tight sites. A camper at Hamlin Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "If you go here in a camper, you better be super confident & comfortable maneuvering it."
  • Bring Extra Cords: If your site has distant hookups, bring long cords for water and electricity. A visitor at Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday advised, "You are escorted to the site. Easy access to local attractions."

Camping near Akron, New York, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Akron, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Akron, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 86 campgrounds and RV parks near Akron, NY and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Akron, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Akron, NY is Darien Lakes State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Akron, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Akron, NY.