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Best Campgrounds near Baldwinsville, NY

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Campgrounds surrounding Baldwinsville, New York feature a mix of lakeside and wooded settings with options for tent, RV, and cabin campers. Green Lakes State Park Campground, approximately 15 miles east of Baldwinsville, offers sites with electric hookups and cabin accommodations set around uniquely colored glacial lakes. Oneida Shores County Park, located about 8 miles north near Brewerton, provides camping with water and electric hookups along Oneida Lake. Pleasant Lake Campground in Pennellville represents one of several family-oriented private campgrounds in the region with tent sites, RV spaces, and rental cabins.

Most campgrounds in the Baldwinsville area operate seasonally from May through mid-October, with peak visitation occurring during summer months and the New York State Fair period in late August. "Most campgrounds been there many of times. Water and electric only. Clean bath houses. No swimming allowed but can use motor boats, canoes, kayaks, etc. Very reasonable rates," noted one visitor about North Bay Campgrounds. Water access represents a significant draw at many locations, though swimming regulations vary by site. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods, as waterfront sites typically fill first. Many campgrounds offer firewood for purchase on-site, and fire regulations generally permit campfires in designated rings unless drought conditions prompt restrictions.

Developed campgrounds with amenities receive consistently positive reviews for family-friendly environments. Several visitors highlighted the fishing opportunities available at various lakes and ponds throughout the region. According to one camper at Green Lakes, "The lake is beautiful with green/blue hue in which the park gets its name. The beach can get busy during the summer however it is a great place to swim, camp, boat (there are rentals) and enjoy yourself!" Quiet settings at smaller private campgrounds contrast with more active atmospheres at county and state parks where day-use areas can become crowded, particularly on summer weekends. Many mixed-use campgrounds provide playgrounds, picnic areas, and water activities. While most developed campgrounds offer shower facilities, locations and accessibility vary considerably across properties, with some camping areas having limited bathroom facilities or requiring access codes for use.

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Best Camping Sites Near Baldwinsville, New York (119)

    1. Green Lakes State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Kirkville, NY
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 637-6111

    $20 - $116 / night

    "The lake is a fascinating meromictic lake with clear calcium-rich waters that are not only pristine and beautiful to look at, but also great for swimming and snorkeling as the waters are crystal clear"

    "The sites are nice, some are little close to each other but nice for group camping. A short distance (walk or by car) to the beach. The lake is a little chilly sometimes but very refreshing."

    2. Oneida Shores County Park

    11 Reviews
    Cicero, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 676-7366

    "Great access to beach. Friendly campers and quiet. Easy to find. Not a lot of shade. Showers not conveniently located."

    "And Nice bathhouse over near beach with pass entry for campers only for showers. Close to beach. Only issue. Camp host actually came and took our wood for our campfire!"

    3. Pleasant Lake Campground

    2 Reviews
    Phoenix, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 668-2074

    "A beautiful private lake for fishing, swimming and other water sports. Beautiful woodsy location. Special events that the family will enjoy."

    "I found this location to have very clean sites with plenty of amenities. Had no issues with the Wi-Fi watching Bills games and play a few video games."

    4. Cross Lake Park Campgrounds

    1 Review
    Cato, NY
    8 miles
    +1 (315) 626-4048

    "Access to water and swimming. Nice playgrounds. We kayaked in the lake it was a lot of fun."

    5. North Bay Campgrounds

    1 Review
    Phoenix, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 592-2256

    6. Woonton Family Farms

    2 Reviews
    Marietta, NY
    17 miles
    +1 (917) 674-6556

    $45 - $55 / night

    "Close to the nice village Skaneateles. It was a welcome difference from the common/look-alike campgrounds everywhere else. We will definitely come back!  The Breuk family from the Netherlands"

    "Woonton Family Farms is new to the Dyrt and offer a stunning farm with trails, water and forest to explore.  Check them out and make sure to leave a review of your stay here on the Dyrt!"

    7. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Mexico

    9 Reviews
    Pulaski, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 963-7096

    "For the fisherman, it's located on Salmon River and appears to have quite a lot of large salmon this time of year. I was shocked at the size of the fish that were being cleaned."

    "Well worth the short drive up from Syracuse, or a longer drive from elsewhere!"

    8. Bluff Camping Area — Fair Haven Beach State Park

    5 Reviews
    Sterling, NY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 947-5205

    $27 / night

    "I was in site 63 the first night and 68 the other two. 63 has more shade but 68 is right next to the bathroom and water spout if that’s important. I was able to find shade."

    "weve camped here quite a few times as its close by for us. We have been in both the electric loop and the bluff, electric and non electric. The view from the bluff is unbeatable."

    9. Riverforest Park Campground and Marina

    1 Review
    Port Byron, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 834-9458

    10. Cayuga Lake State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Cayuga, NY
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 568-5163

    $17 - $107 / night

    "I was too busy playing in the lake, hiking, and riding my bike on some paths. I also saw a few people fishing in the lake, but not really sure what kind of fish you can catch."

    "One of my favorite parks in the area, this one is on the largest of the Finger Lakes, Cayuga. Visit in the fall for unrivaled scenery (better than New England in my opinion!)."

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  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Green Lakes State Park Campground

    Good camp sites

    The sites are good, level, and the campsite is pretty but as clean as the bathrooms are, the showers still suck. I’ll never understand why parks use the misting shower heads. Maybe TMI, but sorry ladies, you’ll never get the soap out of your bits. It’s best to use the ADA bathrooms because those shower heads are normal and have wands. I can’t say much about the amenities since we camped in the off season (really bummed not to rent a boat), but the trails around the lake are great! Beautiful water and various difficulties on the trails make it pretty fun to explore. Overall a good stay but took a star away for the showers and the landscapers. They spent at least 5-6 hours the Monday we were here mowing around our campsite, coming within inches of our power and Starlink cords. Really annoyed by that and when we called the park office, they said they’d take care of it but we still endured 4 more hours of multiple mowers going over the same areas multiple times. Honestly think they were messing with us at that point…

  • S
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Oneida Shores County Park

    Nice park for a reasonable price

    Campground is recently paved. Lots of geese, therefore lots of goose poop. Sites are small and close together. Nice wooded setting on the lake.

  • Ryan G.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Pleasant Lake Campground

    Clean and Quiet

    I found this location to have very clean sites with plenty of amenities. Had no issues with the Wi-Fi watching Bills games and play a few video games.

  • T&J F.
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Mexico

    Unfortunate

    Pros: river is awesome, wading, catching crayfish, cooling off. Staff were consistently friendly. Sites were flat, easy to level travel trailer. Plenty of kid activities, foam party, obstacle course, balloon launch, etc. Large store. Game room. Bathrooms (at least near the playground) were spacious, with toilet, sink, shower. Cons: signs/photo ops were crooked/loose/broken. Planted annual flowers were dead, overgrown with weeds. Miniature golf holes were falling apart. Bounce pad had a hole in it. The sand from around the edge was blowing from that hole into kids eyes, nose, mouth. Bathrooms were dirty; each has a 2-roll toilet paper dispenser; by early evening two stalls had zero TP left. Tent sites had used toilet paper along the tree line where others had used it as a bathroom. Fire pits were old tire rims, which worked, but unable to cook anything on it

  • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Mayfair Campground NY

    Mostly for seasonals

    We called to make last minute reservations for a one night stopover enroute to Vermont. The person on the phone was friendly and accommodating to our needs. When we arrived after hours, the entrance was gated with a card reader access which we did not have a card for. We tried calling back several times but a recording said that the line was busy. Luckily, another camper let us in. There are no signs to direct you which way to go and the sites are poorly marked. With some help from friendly campers we were eventually able to find our site. The sites are have a poorly graveled parking spot and the ground is a little soft. Restrooms are basic and minimal, having a single toilet and sink, a tiny mirror and hand dryer, however it was fairly clean and functional. I was told that there are new owners and they are making improvements

  • MacKenzi G.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Yellow Lantern Kampground

    Would stay again

    Me and my husband stayed here to visit a local friend and it wasn’t bad it was very private and quiet. The property was well maintained and the owners were very friendly as well. We would definitely come back here in the future.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2025

    Bluff Camping Area — Fair Haven Beach State Park

    Shaded camping with Great Lake access

    I booked this site for one night and ended up staying three. Trying to avoid the heat, I was relieved that the shaded electric camping area staved off most of the days heat. I was in site 63 the first night and 68 the other two. 63 has more shade but 68 is right next to the bathroom and water spout if that’s important. I was able to find shade.

    Some people may find the sites too close together, I didn’t mind since I’m solo camping and feel a bit of safety with closer neighbors. The loop was majority RVs and campers but it was still quiet all night and until late morning.

    The showers and bathrooms are mostly clean and well stocked and there is a dedicated sink outside the building for dishes.

    What I really loved is how far into the park the camping is, you’re really surrounded by woods. There is also excellent and easy access to Lake Ontario.

    The park store has firewood, ice, and lots of other items like corn hole for rent. There is also a small boat shanty for boat rentals.

  • r
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Butternut Hill RV Campground

    Great place! Owner was great!!

    Had a great stay, loved the good WiFi, showers, laundry, and bathrooms!

Guide to Baldwinsville

Camping near Baldwinsville, New York, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With beautiful parks and campgrounds nearby, you can enjoy nature while making lasting memories with family and friends.

What to do

  • Hiking and exploring: Check out 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!"
  • Water activities: Head to Keuka Lake State Park Campground for swimming, fishing, and boating. A visitor shared, "The lake is clean and clear, great for fishing, boating, and swimming."
  • Family fun: Sampson State Park Campground offers playgrounds and swimming areas. One reviewer said, "Place is great for kids. Lots to do with a couple of playgrounds, guarded swimming area, kayak rentals."

What campers like

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A review from Green Lakes State Park Campground noted, "The bathrooms are great! Super modern and clean and hot, free showers!"
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer generous space between sites. A visitor at Fillmore Glen State Park Campground mentioned, "Nice Campground very quiet... clean bathrooms great free showers."
  • Natural beauty: Campers love the scenic views and natural surroundings. One camper at Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground said, "The campground is amazing and GO SEE THOSE FALLS!"

What you should know

  • Crowded during peak season: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Delta Lake State Park Campground noted, "This campground got a 3/5 mainly because quiet hours are not enforced."
  • Limited privacy: Sites can be close together, which may not suit everyone. A camper at Taughannock Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites were also very close to each other and rather shallow, thereby limiting privacy."
  • Basic amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain facilities. A review for Robert H. Treman State Park Campground stated, "The dumping station is lacking but overall nice park."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose family-friendly parks: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. Sampson State Park Campground has "lots of playgrounds, guarded swimming area, kayak rentals."
  • Plan for meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A camper at Green Lakes State Park Campground appreciated the "charging station with 4 covered outlets available."
  • Explore nearby attractions: Take advantage of local attractions like wineries and hiking trails. A visitor at Keuka Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Not far from Penn Yan, nice city, wineries are all over."

Tips from RVers

  • Check site hookups: Make sure your site has the necessary hookups for your RV. A camper at Watkins Glen State Park Campground noted, "Some loops have it but not mine."
  • Bring extension cords: Some sites may have power poles that are far from your RV. A review from Sampson State Park Campground mentioned, "The power poles are between sites and are often more than 20’ away."
  • Stay connected: Check cell service availability if you need to work or stay in touch. A camper at Robert H. Treman State Park Campground said, "Verizon cell service was excellent in the Mohawk Village loop."

Camping near Baldwinsville, New York, has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, the local campgrounds provide a great escape into nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities do camping facilities near Baldwinsville offer?

Camping facilities near Baldwinsville offer diverse amenities to suit various camping styles. Green Lakes State Park Campground provides well-maintained facilities with environmental education opportunities and numerous recreational trails. For RV campers, Butternut Hill RV Campground offers convenient hookups on the periphery of a farm along Route 20. Many area campgrounds feature clean swimming areas, hiking trails, and basic amenities like water and toilets. Those seeking overnight convenience can find level parking at locations like Vernon Downs Casino. Several parks in the region also offer reservable sites, boat launches, and beach access, making the Baldwinsville area suitable for both primitive camping enthusiasts and those seeking more comfortable accommodations.

What are the best seasons for camping in the Baldwinsville area?

The best seasons for camping near Baldwinsville are late spring through early fall, with summer being the peak season. Southwick Beach State Park Campground is ideal during summer months when visitors can fully enjoy the extensive beach along Lake Ontario and comfortable swimming conditions. Taughannock Falls State Park Campground offers excellent camping from May through October, with fall providing spectacular foliage along hiking trails and around the falls. Spring brings wildflowers and less crowded conditions but can be muddy. Most area campgrounds operate seasonally, typically closing by late October and reopening in April or May, though exact dates vary by location. Weather is most reliable from June through September, with July and August offering the warmest temperatures for water activities.

What campgrounds are available near Baldwinsville, NY?

The Baldwinsville area offers numerous camping options within easy driving distance. Pleasant Lake Campground near Pennelville provides water access, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. Delta Lake State Park Campground sits at the foothills of the Adirondack Park, offering well-maintained facilities close to civilization. Other nearby options include Cross Lake Park Campgrounds near Cato, featuring reservable sites, and Riverforest Park Campground and Marina near Weedsport, which offers both drive-in and boat-in access. For those seeking a unique experience, Nature Lover's Paradise provides access to extensive trail networks in upstate New York. The region also features Sampson State Park Campground, offering easy access to nearby towns.

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