Best Tent Camping near Albion, NY

Tent campsites around Albion, New York offer a range of experiences for campers seeking outdoor accommodations. Dream Lake Campground in Warsaw provides established tent sites with amenities including drinking water, picnic tables, and campfire rings. Red's Twilight on the Erie RV Resort in Macedon also accommodates tent campers with similar facilities, operating seasonally from April 15 to October 31.

Sites at these established campgrounds typically feature level ground suitable for tent setup, with most offering drive-in access. Dream Lake Campground provides more extensive amenities for tent campers including drinking water, picnic tables, fire rings, and access to restroom facilities with showers. Trash collection services are available at both locations, eliminating the need to pack out waste. Most tent sites include standard amenities such as fire rings and picnic tables, though availability may be limited during peak season weekends.

The camping experience varies between these locations. Dream Lake offers a family-friendly atmosphere with activities for both children and adults, particularly on weekends. Twilight on the Erie provides canal-side camping with access to kayak launches and a nearby boat marina. Tent campers can enjoy the outdoor pool and large play area at a safe distance from the campsites. Reviews indicate the staff at both locations are generally friendly and accommodating. A camper noted that "Twilight on the Erie maintains a strict 5 MPH speed limit throughout the grounds, making it especially safe for families with children who want to bike around the property."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Albion, NY

447 Reviews of 4 Albion Campgrounds


  • Jama A.
    Jul. 15, 2025

    Canandaigua-Rochester KOA

    Camping near Canandaigua, New York

    Campers exploring the Canandaigua area discover a delightful mix of lakeside retreats, wooded state parks, and family-friendly RV resorts. Just minutes from downtown, Canandaigua City Park Campground offers easy access to local shops and the lakefront beach, making it a convenient base for those who want town amenities within walking distance. A short drive farther out leads to Keuka Lake State Park Campground and the privately owned Canandaigua-Rochester KOA, both of which feature spacious sites, clean facilities, and excellent opportunities for swimming, kayaking, and fishing on the Finger Lakes. For those seeking a quieter experience, numerous backcountry and dispersed sites are tucked into the surrounding National Forest, where campers can truly unplug—though it’s essential to bring all necessary supplies and practice Leave No Trace principles. Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill and the Stay Bristol Woodlands campground blend rustic charm with modern comforts: well-maintained restrooms, picnic shelters, and on-site hiking trails that wind through hardwood forests and offer scenic overlooks, especially stunning during fall foliage season. Travel logistics are a breeze when visitors prearrange an airport shuttle from Rochester or Syracuse airports, ensuring a smooth transition from plane to campsite. And for adventurers mapping out multiple stops across the Finger Lakes or beyond, reliable multi-city transfers provide comfortable, door-to-door rides—no rental car necessary. With its blend of waterfront sites, wooded hideaways, and nearby attractions—wineries, waterfalls, and historic villages—the Canandaigua region truly has something for every type of camper. Whether pitching a tent under the stars or rolling in with an RV, visitors will find endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation.

  • Jess W.
    Aug. 19, 2018

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Amazing state park, crappy campground

    The state park is breathtaking. The campground is horrendous. The restrooms were disgusting. The site barely fit our one tent (8man Coleman) even though it was advertised as a two tent site. The camp fire ring had no solid base- it just sat on the grass and fires would not stay lit. The quiet hours were not enforced. Yelling and loud music kept us up until ridiculous hours. I would not rate this as family friendly.

  • Randall K.
    Aug. 25, 2023

    Genesee Country Campground

    Great spot - esp for tents!

    What a great place this was!

    Everyone was very nice and bathrooms were so clean! To top it off the sites for tents are amazing - so private and pretty. In fact it’s so private we were able to set up our own portable toilet and have complete privacy.

    Nice little store too! Overall this place was great and we’d stay here again in a heartbeat. Very easy place to spend the night.

    Also they have golfing here and tent areas back up to the 9th hole (but still separated so you don’t feel like you are right on top of it) so you can easily knock around there and do a little golfing too!

  • Danielle S.
    Oct. 11, 2020

    Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

    Field Camping

    It's not all bad! It took a while to find our site in the dark as site markers are small. The sites are decent size, the bathrooms are clean but spiders will hang out. Showers are hot. Sites are available with electric and there is an RV dump station if you have one. There are a lot of RVs at this campground, a large playground, and a field with soccer goals (no net). Niagara Falls is 15 or so miles away, and Buffalo NY is a short drive. The bathroom building has an outdoor sink with heated water, and this is also where the trash bins are.  Firewood is available in front of many nearby homes (a couple of miles, max,and $4-5 a bundle). The fire pits are either low or leaning, so we found a camp stove to be essential. It can get quite windy, we saw a tent buckle and our stakes were pulled up from the wind. It can get loud at night and it doesn't seem as if quiet hours are enforced. I'd stay again but only if a more private campground was unavailable.

  • Leah L.
    Aug. 2, 2020

    Golden Hill State Park Campground

    Quiet Campground Over Lake Ontario

    We camped at Golden Hill over the weekend of July 24-26, 2020. Due to COVID, advance reservations are required to book a spot at any NY state campground. We had site 47 in loop C, which was across the road from the lake view sites. I recommend sites 40-45 for lake-front views. Loops A and B were more crowded and more suitable to RV trailers and rigs (we were camping in a pop-up camper). Site 47 was large and had a few trees. The campfire ring was right against the pad, which made it difficult to position our pop-up so that it was away from the fire ring. 

    Things to consider: There are 2 bathrooms in the campground, one near the A-B loops and one near the entrance. It was quite a hike in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom from our site. Some sites in the A-B loops are right next to each other, and we preferred the space for the sites in the C loop. 

    Wonderful things: The views are spectacular, particularly at sunset. The campground was quiet at night. The Niagara Wine trail is close to this campground, and Niagara Falls is about a 50 minute drive away. We hiked Devil's Hole and Whirlpool State Parks on this camping trip. The showers in the bathrooms were phenomenal - very clean with hot water and a private dressing area next to the shower. Showers were ADA compliant and had shower seats.

  • D
    Jul. 31, 2022

    Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    Is this a spot? Dirty and loud but a nice beach

    Big park with several loops.  Separate and across two roads from the Beach section of the Park. Got a reservation for Friday and Saturday but the spot in loop D was an inclined driveway next to the high voltage boxes for the campground.  Had to move the fire ring after smoking ourselves out the first night.  Right across from the building they called a bath house.  Filthy, urinal broken, one shower broken in mens.   Feces on the floor in womens.  Friday night quiet hours did not exist.  Spent Saturday early am listening to the neighbor loudly declare her preferences in music, men and liquor.  No Ranger in sight.

    Minor redeeming qualities:  Nice beach and bike trails across road from campground.  Three lane dump station (only one for a four loop campground with 100s of "spots")

    Beware:  Rigs approaching from East there are very low bridges (11' 3') between Rochester and the Park on the Parkway.

  • Michael M.
    Jun. 23, 2020

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Beautiful Park

    So Letchworth State Park is beautiful. It's also tremendous, 18 miles long covering the east and west side of the Geneseo River. There is over 100 miles of trails intersecting the park. The campground itself is made up of loops with only electrical hookups , no water or sewer connections , just water spiquets positioned throughout the loop and 1common bathroom in each loop. There is no wifi in any of the camping areas so if you are dependant on it for any reason this is not the place for you. Only at certain points in the park will you get a signal

  • Erin H.
    Sep. 14, 2020

    HTR Niagara Campground

    Covid update on one of my favorites

    Once again, the Branches of Niagara comes through stunningly. Even in the midst of the lockdowns and augmented restrictions, TBON went above and beyond to be sure we had the safest and most enjoyable time we could during our stay.

    Bathrooms, as usual, were pristine, with regular visits from the staff to disinfect and make sure campers were satisfied. 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. They notified us in advance that they were still open and what was functional under the strict and ever changing NY requirements. Note: as of Summer 2020, masks were required to enter the store and check in areas, but not required elsewhere. Kids activities were augmented to allow for distancing and remain completely outdoors.

    We got site 10, which was excellent both for proximity to everything, hookups, privacy, space and views. This particular site had ample, mowed and cleared room behind the spacious site as well where you can set up your hammocks and relax in the wooded shade. Directly in front of the site is a clearing which allows a view to the pool and pond-side of the campground. It was quiet and clean.

    Stef is always friendly, and the camp store rents a number of items to add to the fun - paddle boats, kayaks, 4 seater bike surreys, peddle carts, and other fun things. Zip lines were both still open. Activities were updated to reflect safety during C-19.

    Beautiful, peaceful, spacious campground with so many hidden gems. The lake is pretty and the campground’s access from the Grand Island side of Buffalo to Niagara Falls is very convenient, yet away from the loud commotion and traffic. We highly recommend!

  • M
    Oct. 7, 2021

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Good Camping inside the Park

    The campgrounds are conveniently located inside the Park so easy to get to the amazing falls towards the south as well as the dam in the north. We were in loop 300 which does not allow pets. Decent bathhouses right opposite our site. Our site was a gravel drive with a grassy area containing the picnic table and fire ring. Unfortunately due to rain the day before the grass was extremely muddy which make it hard to get to the fire ring. There was also white a lot of noise from adjacent sites, we could hear everyone's conversations and screaming kids. There was a laundry facility but no dishwashing.


Guide to Albion

Tent campsites near Albion, New York range from lakefront settings to canal-adjacent properties across Orleans County and neighboring areas. The region sits within the Lake Ontario Plain with elevations averaging 400-600 feet above sea level. Summer camping temperatures typically range from 55°F to 82°F, with higher humidity near waterways.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Dream Lake Campground provides stocked fishing ponds where campers can enjoy catch-and-release fishing without leaving the property. One camper noted, "The snack house food is great, if you don't feel like cooking they offer a nice menu almost anyone would love" while enjoying a day of fishing.

Canal activities: At Red's Twilight on the Erie RV Resort, campers can access kayak launches and a boat marina nearby. According to Rachel T., "Kayak launches and boat marina nearby. The speed limit is 5 MPH and they mean it.... Kids on bikes and having a good time in the enormous play area."

Weekend entertainment: Many campgrounds schedule regular activities, particularly on weekends. At Dream Lake Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Lots to do for kids and adults. Weekend activities." The organized events create a community atmosphere among campers.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Multiple reviewers highlight facility maintenance as a priority. Nick O. from Dream Lake Campground stated, "Nice friendly environment, clean facilities. Lots to do for kids and adults." This attention to cleanliness extends to bathrooms and common areas.

Friendly staff: The personnel at many camping areas receive positive mentions. At Twilight on the Erie, a camper noted, "Barb and Red are fantastic hosts. They are accommodating and entertaining. Live music on Friday Night (weather permitting) and plenty of activities for the family on the weekends."

Swimming options: During summer months, campground pools become popular gathering spots. Amy T. mentioned about Twilight on the Erie RV Resort, "The pool is nice and staff friendly. Clean bathrooms with activity and entertainment on site and near by."

What you should know

Site leveling challenges: Not all campsites provide perfectly level grounds. One reviewer at Twilight on the Erie observed, "Almost all of the sites are not even close to level. Not a big issue with a fifth wheel but a real hassle with a motorcoach. We changed sites three times and finally resigned ourselves to not being leveled."

Management variations: Campground management styles differ significantly between properties. A camper at Dream Lake Campground mentioned, "Owners yell at campers, strict about rules for everyone except their friends. Their unfairness and lack of integrity finally was intolerable."

Seasonal operations: Most tent camping options near Albion have limited seasonal availability. Twilight on the Erie operates from April 15 to October 31, while Dream Lake Campground runs from May 1 to October 25, making advance planning essential during peak summer months.

Tips for camping with families

Activity scheduling: Plan around weekend programming for maximum enjoyment. Robyn M. from Dream Lake Campground shared, "I love this campground very family friendly lots of activities been going here 6 years now and never have had a bad time."

Safety considerations: Low speed limits at Twilight on the Erie create safer environments for children on bicycles. A reviewer highlighted this feature: "Kids on bikes and having a good time in the enormous play area and the pool far enough from the campsites but close to the store and watchful eye of the staff."

Play area access: Consider proximity to playgrounds when selecting a specific site. Some campgrounds separate play zones from camping areas, requiring short walks for children to access recreational facilities.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Many campgrounds near Albion offer varying levels of service connections. Donna C. from Twilight on the Erie mentioned, "Very few of the sites actually sit on the canal and access to the footpath is a good 1/2 mile or better walk or ride. I know they are really working hard to get this place up to speed."

Development status: Some properties continue to expand and improve facilities. A Twilight on the Erie camper observed, "The story of how this newer campground came to be is wonderful. It is new and growing," indicating ongoing development that may affect future visits.

Extended stay options: For longer visits, inquire about monthly rates and seasonal site availability. According to one camper, "We stayed here during our home renovations and fell in love with the place. Full hook ups and seasonal sites available."

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