Top Glamping near Alfred, NY
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Best Glamping Sites Near Alfred, NY (32)
1. Letchworth State Park Campground
77 Reviews•220 Photos•479 SavesLocated in Western New York state, about 45 miles southwest of Rochester, Letchworth State Park is known as the “Grand Canyon of the East.” Straddling the Genesee River for 17 miles the park encompasses more than 14,000 acres of deep river canyon and dense woodlands. The area was purchased in 1859 by William Pryor Letchworth, who recognized its natural and scenic value. He then granted it to the state in 1906 to be preserved as a public park. The park’s main attraction is the three dramatic waterfalls on the Genesee, which pour over escarpments up to 100 feet high. In addition to the spectacular scenery, the park also offers year-round outdoor recreation, from hiking, fishing and birdwatching to a variety of snow play.
The large campground in Letchworth State Park makes a good basecamp for exploring the area’s many sights and recreation opportunities. It contains 270 tent, trailer and RV sites in eight separate loops. All sites have electrical hookups, and there are water spigots, restrooms with showers, recycling stations and a dump station available. Additional accommodations in the park include camping cabins and the Glen Iris Inn. Visitors also have access to several picnic areas and playgrounds, a swimming pool, sports fields, trout pond, a museum, and nature center. Campsite rates range from $24–$26/night, plus additional fees; cabin and lodge rates vary; reservations recommended.
The best way to see many of the park’s sights is to get out and walk, hike or bike on any of the 66 miles of multiuse trails that wind through the park, and vary in distance and difficulty. The waterfalls are best viewed along the 7-mile Gorge Trail. One of the more unique and exciting ways to see the park is by hot air balloon. Other activities in the park include paddling on the river, nature programs, guided walks, and interpretive exhibits. The park also offers some of the best birdwatching in the state. In winter, many of the park’s trails become snowshoe and cross-country ski routes, and a few are even open to snowmobiles, so no matter what time of year you visit, there’s a way to play outdoors.
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2. Stony Brook State Park Campground
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3. Watkins Glen State Park Campground
86 Reviews•302 Photos•613 SavesWatkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade. Rim trails overlook the gorge. Camping near Watkins Glen allows you to enjoy the Olympic-size pool, scheduled summer tours through the gorge, tent and trailer campsites, picnic facilities and excellent fishing in nearby Seneca Lake or Catherine Creek, which is renowned for its annual spring run of rainbow trout.
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4. Kanakadea Park
3 Reviews•6 SavesKanakadea Park at Almond Dam is a county park featuring pavilions with picnic tables and grills, a playground, basketball court, baseball field, volleyball area, horseshoes, kayaking/canoeing, boat launch, fishing, hiking trails, including access to the Finger Lakes Trail, and camping with electric, flush toilets and showers.
There are 70 sites able to accommodate tents, campers, and RVs. However, only 40 of these sites are electric. There are also 4 primitive cabins, 2 of which have electricity. Dogs are allowed (with proof of rabies vaccination) at the campsite but not in the cabins.
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$25 / night
5. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York
14 Reviews•7 Photos•53 Saves- Pets
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$31 - $276 / night
6. Kanakadea Park - Almond Lake
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7. Hills Creek State Park Campground
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8. Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort
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9. Watkins Glen / Corning KOA
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10. Camp Bell Campground
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Recent Glamping Reviews In Alfred
329 Reviews of 32 Alfred Campgrounds
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Favorite State Park Spot
I love that despite there being so many sites, you don’t feel on top of each other in Seneca Village. It’s a state campground so don’t expect it to be anything close to dispersed camping. Trees separated me from my neighbors on either side, woods behind my tent, lots of quiet, no one blasted music or anything like that. I woke up to seeing trees above me and hearing birds. The bathroom was clean, with multiple ways to enter it without going near someone else’s site. The campground felt safe, and you are able to buy firewood (I didn’t due to quite a bit of rain). To get to the gorge trail, you have to walk over to the next site (Oswego I think) but it’s not too far. I would most likely stay at that loop next time though because it seemed to have even more space on each site. I didn’t see any bears and asked a few workers but only one had seen a bear the entire time they’ve been there. Definitely recommend this location. Lots of beautiful trails, red cat wine slushies were delicious, grounds were fun to explore and people were either friendly or kept to themselves which was great. Super dog friendly and I met many of them! Just a note, dogs are NOT allowed on the gorge trail.
Letchworth State Park Campground
Beautiful park with lots to see
Nice trails and lots to do. Verizon coverage at our campsite was mostly non-existent. Showers were spacious but floors were always wet from floors not being sloped properly. Yea, we're shower snobs. :). Beautiful waterfalls and gorge!
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Solid 4 stars
Nice campground, sites are borderline close, and some are laid out funky. Bath houses get the job done, but nothing exciting.
Kanakadea Park
Noisy
Big open campground with lots of sites both electric and non electric. Many rigs in non electric sites running generators 24 hours. Very noisy. Would not recommend
Stony Brook State Park Campground
Review about sites 321 to 325
I stayed here and it was very peaceful, but it was also pretty empty. Some of the sides are very close together, but if you look around, you can get one that has a little bit more privacy. Clean bathrooms, clean showers. Hikes from the site. Swimming as well!!
Letchworth State Park Campground
Amazing place to stay
We had a great time here we stayed for a whole week to get the extra savings and we loved every day of it. There was something new every day. The waterfalls were amazing. The rec center had tons of activities and sports for the kids to do. They had a really cool playground, which was like a rope course.
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Nice campground and beautiful gorge
Site is sloped, shaded and right next to the bathrooms and water spigot. ATT coverage is decent. Other side of the bathrooms is access to the gorge trails. Pets are not allowed on the gorge trail itself but the rim and other trails are fine.
Camp Elmbois
Nice place
An ideal place to try difficult challenges geometry dash meltdown that I have never tried before.
Watkins Glen / Corning KOA
Mixed Feelings
This was our families first SoLo trip with our camper. It had alot of things to do indoor/ outdoor pool, pirate ship, slide, big pillow, waterside, golf and rock wall. The campground and showers were clean. There were some things that didn't work like the army truck ride, zipline, and playground. The biggest downfall was being near the dump station and something going on with this makeshift site next to us where around our area smelled of sewer fumes all the time we went out for dinner one night because my 3 yr old was gaging. However the area was absolutely gorgeous we hiked so many waterfalls, went and rented a boat for the day to check out the lake, and drive to the next lake to check out the park.
Letchworth State Park Campground
Big park with lots to do
This is a big park with a pretty nice campgrouns. The sites aren't huge, but it's nicely laid out. There seems to be a lot to do for the whole family here without leaving the campground. There's a bathroom in every section that seems to be in need of updating, but functional. The playground is huge and there's lots of room for riding your bike around. The rest of the park is huge with a ton of trails and lots to see. Only downside is that the park is so big you really need to drive around to see everything.
Camp Elmbois
Mostly Seasonal
Owners on site, very friendly, and accommodating. Water and 30a, dump station. Some larger sites to accommodate up to 40’ rigs. Reasonable width sites.
Letchworth State Park Campground
Beautiful and accessible.
The waterfalls and gorge had several overlooks to enjoy if you are not able to hike. The campground is on the opposite end of the park from the falls, so it is a long and pretty drive. We enjoyed hiking along the falls trails. The museum had some interesting history, although we were left wondering how Letchwork made his original money. There were lots of lovely places for picnics.
Suzeas Gluten Free bakery is advertised on the map and located in Mount Morris. The owner is a character, and we loved all the baked goods we purchased there. It was another bonus for us.
Watkins Glen / Corning KOA
Better than usual KOA
Very convenient to Watkins Glenn State Park and the Speedway. Restrooms are modern clean and adequate. WiFi was good on a fall weekend with park pretty full. Some sites are concrete, ours was gravel and not particularly level. Good cable TV.
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Love the location!
——REASONS I STAYED HERE——
The see Watkins Glen, of course! And go paddleboarding nearby.
—————BASIC FAQ—————
[Tent camping with a Subie]
Dump station? - Yes
Water fill or hookup? - Water fill at dump station but no water hookups. Water spigots are scattered throughout each loop.
Electricity? - Yes, some loops have it but not mine
Clean site? - Yes
Clean bathroom? - Yes
Flush toilet? - Yes
Showers? - Yes
Laundry? - No
Dish washing sink? - Yes, in the bathroom
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→ The access to Watkins Glen! My site was in Loop D (Onondaga Village) which has a direct hiking trail to the trail along Watkins Glen! I highly recommend going early to beat the crowds. It’s peaceful and easier to enjoy and take photos.
→ Proximity to Seneca Lake! We went paddleboarding. We put in at a boat launch at the very southeastern corner of the lake near Seneca Lake Kayak. You can paddle down to Hector Falls and see it from the water.
→ You can drive to the many waterfalls nearby. I recommend Havana Glen Park for a short hike to the waterfall. Also, drive to Chequaga Falls.
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→ There’s a power outlet in the bathroom. It was very common for people to charge phones while showering. Or leaving a battery in there to charge.
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5-stars - Speaking for Loop D, of course. Clean site, clean bathroom with hot water, access to Watkins Glen, no issues while staying there.
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Verizon via iPhone 12: 20 mbps down and 0.03 mbps up with 74 ms ping.
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful park in the Finger Lake Region
We stayed at site 184 which was great. The trail to get down to the Gorge Trail was just a few sites away. Bath house was clean but out dated. No camp store, but fire wood & ice were available at check in station. Pick a site on the outside of a loop and you’ll be good.
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Excellent Campground, Great Hiking
We spent three nights in Watkins Glen SP and will definitely be back. The sites aren't private, but are well kept, as are the bathrooms/showers. We enjoyed our hikes and if it had been a bit warmer, we would have checked out the pool.
Letchworth State Park Campground
Nice Campground with Decent Amenities
Visited Letchworth State park in late July 2023. We stayed in loop 500.
The park, itself, is great. Not a particularly "wild" experience. The trails are mostly paved, and there are snack bars and toilets located throughout. A road runs along the south rim providing access to the overlooks, waterfalls, nature center, and visitors' center. But the gorge itself is fantastic, and the trails are pleasant. We liked the nature center, though it was a little small. Staff was universally helpful and friendly.
The campsite wasn't spectacular, but it was solid. The sites are a little close together (you can see your neighbors through the trees), but it was still quiet. They all have the standard fire pit and picnic table. There are central showers for each loop, and we found these to be clean and in good working order.
Letchworth State Park Campground
Awesome State Park
Really enjoyed our 3 nights of camping at Letchworth. The camp sites are large and spread out. Bath houses are modern and clean. Electric hookups at each site and water spigots spread through out.
We camped in the 700 loop with allows pets.
The camp store was great and even had a separate mini farmer's market with fresh veggies and fresh baked goods.
Lots of good hiking and some great vistas.
Hills Creek State Park Campground
Hills creek was amazing
Very clean,family friendly ,relaxing
Letchworth State Park Campground
Green and smokey
Beautiful state park, very lush green from all the rain unfortunately the smoke from the Canadian fires near have made it unhealthy here. especially strenuous outdoor activities  Bathrooms are clean and great showers in the wooden size of nicely spaced and level
Letchworth State Park Campground
Great first time camping experience
The site we were at #402 was kinda uneven and sort of exposed as it was almost at a fork. Even the most balanced piece of land was a sloped a little bit. The site was just 1 spot away from the restroom and about 5m walk to the camp store. Camp store had everything a camper would need although a bit expensive ($9 for firewood). Other than that everything was perfect. Many RVs and trailers so restrooms were mostly empty.
Austin Campground
Austin campground
Very nice campground, well maintained quiet, clean restrooms and showers, nice sized sites, very nice owners
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Endless Adventure
We originally booked for three nights at an electric site(52) and we enjoyed everything from the bath house to the overall privacy of the site. After the first night we decided to extend by two more nights which involved us moving to another site(215) which didn't have electric but still was a wonderful site. Both sites were large and mostly private. We spent every day hiking and biking. The Gorge trail is especially great after 5pm when the tourists have left for the day. There is also the Finger Lakes North Country trail which is dog-friendly. Towards the end of the loop there is a private stream with clean water that our dog loved. We can't wait to return many times. Verizon cell service was excellent in the Mohawk Village loop and decent in the Onondaga Loop. It was fine to work from the RV all week using our Pepwave BR1 Max with a Verizon data plan.
The Ridge Campsite
Family friendly environment
Had a wonderful weekend and the owner and family were amazing. The pool wasnt open yet but the kids had so much fun on the playgrounds and with all of the other kids.
Letchworth State Park Campground
Letchworth State Park
Awesome State Park. Grand Canyon of the east. Miles of hiking trails. Gorges and falls. Numerous picnic areas. Newer bathhouse. Only down side would be the cell service, if needed. I enjoyed being off the grid during our stay. There’s a nature center and a visitor center. Electric/water at most sites. Dump station. Helpful staff.
Canyon Country Campground
Zero response
Would like to stay at this campground, but these folks do not respond to reservation requests or vmail requests per their website instruction. Have lost all interest - horrible
Watkins Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful wooded campground
Pros= Beautiful, wooded campground. Sites are big enough for a bit of privacy. Bathrooms were clean and updated. Cons= primitive sites only(no hook-ups). No real camp store, fire wood was available at check-in desk
Guide to Alfred
Camping near Alfred, New York, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking and Waterfalls: Explore the stunning trails at Watkins Glen State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The access to Watkins Glen! My site was in Loop D which has a direct hiking trail to the trail along Watkins Glen!"
- Paddleboarding: Enjoy some time on the water at nearby Seneca Lake. A visitor shared, "We went paddleboarding. We put in at a boat launch at the very southeastern corner of the lake near Seneca Lake Kayak."
- Fishing and Swimming: At Letchworth State Park Campground, you can fish and swim in the beautiful waters. One reviewer noted, "The waterfalls were amazing. The rec center had tons of activities and sports for the kids to do."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Quaker Area — Allegany State Park said, "The bathrooms were super clean and well maintained."
- Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer generous space between sites. A reviewer at Sampson State Park Campground mentioned, "Sites are large and easy to access. Ours was so clean!"
- Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Darien Lakes State Park Campground have playgrounds and swimming areas. One camper noted, "Place is great for kids. Lots to do with a couple of playgrounds, guarded swimming area, kayak rentals."
What you should know:
- Limited Cell Service: Some campgrounds have spotty cell reception. A visitor at Cherry Springs State Park Campground mentioned, "Stars were incredible and we were there when it was cloudy!!"
- No Camp Store: Not all campgrounds have a store on-site. A camper at Stony Brook State Park Campground said, "If you forgot an essential item, you've got to go out from the park."
- Check-in Procedures: Some campgrounds may have unique check-in processes. A visitor at Allegany State Park shared, "When we arrived at Cain Hollow registration we were greeted with a closed sign."
Tips for camping with families:
- Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with plenty of family-friendly activities. A reviewer at Letchworth State Park Campground said, "There was something new every day."
- Choose Sites Wisely: Some sites offer more privacy than others. A camper at Watkins Glen State Park Campground suggested, "Pick a site on the outside of a loop and you’ll be good."
- Bring Snacks: Not all campgrounds have food options nearby. A visitor at Sampson State Park Campground mentioned, "The camp store was great and even had a separate mini farmer's market with fresh veggies."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Electric Hookups: Make sure your site has the right electric hookups. A camper at Darien Lakes State Park Campground noted, "Ours had both 30A and 50A power."
- Bring Extension Cords: Some sites have power poles that are far from the pads. A visitor at Sampson State Park Campground said, "The power poles are between sites and are often more than 20’ away."
- Plan for Dump Stations: Know where the dump stations are located. A camper at Quaker Area — Allegany State Park mentioned, "Only 2 dump stations."
Camping near Alfred, New York, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful parks and plenty of activities, you're sure to have a great time!
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