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Greenwood County Park accepts dogs, with open tent and RV sites offering electric hookups, firewood, and picnic tables near Berkshire. Dogs must be kept on leash throughout the park's trails and camping areas. Aspen Family Campground and Hickories Park also welcome pets, with the latter featuring a dedicated dog park for off-leash play and exercise. The park's river access sites are particularly popular with dog owners who enjoy the open spaces. Pine Valley RV Park maintains pet-friendly tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals where pets can stay with their owners. ['The dog park is a great addition to the park, allowing pets to socialize while owners relax at their nearby campsites.']
Robert H. Treman State Park Campground accommodates pets at its tent, RV, and cabin sites while providing hiking trails where leashed dogs can explore alongside their owners. Buttermilk Falls State Park offers similar pet access with wooded campsites that keep pets comfortable during hot summer months. Dogs must remain on leash on all trails within these state parks, with maximum leash lengths of 6 feet required. The gorge trails provide water access points where dogs can cool off during hikes, though swimming with pets is restricted in designated swimming areas. Camping with pets requires proof of current rabies vaccination, and quiet hours help minimize barking disturbances. Nearby Ithaca provides emergency veterinary services approximately 15-20 minutes from most campgrounds.
"Typical New York weather. Overall, the park is more than I expected for a county park."
"Dogs allowed, nice sites"
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Located in Tompkins County, Ithaca New York has beautiful gorges and hiking trails. Robert Treman is a treat and a gorgeous place to camp in the Ithaca, NY area."
"A waterfall cascades through a gorge here, ending in a beautiful pool for swimming at the base of the falls, with a trout stream flowing out of it towards nearby Cayuga Lake. "
from $20 - $128 / night
Check Availability"This is a beautiful park, the hiking is great with varied trails, nice changes in elevation due to the glacial geology of the landscape, and scenic vistas overlooking 2 beautiful lakes."
"Allow dogs."
from $17 - $123 / night
Check Availability"Buttermilk Falls State Park is a great state park in central New York. The scenery is what makes this park stand out."
"Short drive out of Ithaca proper near one of the Finger Lakes. Medium to easy trails (the ones near the gorges are steep but with nice rock steps)."
from $21 - $66 / night
Check Availability"Lovely but simple views all around and rolling green hills in the distance. Campground is well-kept and relatively modern but not particularly memorable. Nice little stopover on a road trip."
"The dog park is a great addition to the park. There is always something going on. Also allows for an easy place right off Route I-86 to rest while driving across MY."
"Watkins Glen boasts one of New York’s most beautiful state parks! I last camped here in 2012 and absolutely loved hiking along the gorges. Also- the camping was next to perfect."
"I absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on."
from $20 - $58 / night
Check Availability"we just returned to philly after a long weekend here. this was our 6th consecutive summer visiting here. very secluded. we let the kids and dogs run pretty much wherever without worry. and close to ithaca"
from $85 / night
Check Availability"They have hayrides in the summer and swimming in the lake. Lakeside sites are spacious and reasonably priced. The owners are always accessible."
"There’s a lake, which is quite scenic, and several paths and trails."
from $27 / night
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TravelerWonderful location and marvelous hosts. We were welcomed with chocolate chip cookies as we checked in. Bathrooms were beautiful and clean. Two wineries we could walk to and dozens more nearby. Our site was spacious and the dog park gave our pups plenty of time off leash. We definitely plan on returning.
RangerThe park itself is pretty small but it’s in a really cute area with a lot of outdoor recreational activities. Lovely but simple views all around and rolling green hills in the distance. Campground is well-kept and relatively modern but not particularly memorable. Nice little stopover on a road trip. Lots of day use activity. Dog park is kind of annoying with all the barking and owners shouting futile commands, try to camp away from it. Ditto for train noise, stay by the river. It does what it does well, so five stars!
GuidePinecreek is a beautiful park in a great area 10 minutes from downtown Ithica New York and Lake Cayuga. The area has everything you could possibly want or need. Fabulous State Parks with spectacular waterfalls, a farmers market right on the lake front, Cornell University and so much more. That being said it may be the reason the campground doesn't offer any planned activities. They do have a swimming pool and what appears to be a large clubhouse/meeting area that is not or was not used while we were there, nor were any activities publicized. They do have a small arcade but it did not stay open past 8 pm and did not appear to be air-conditioned.
Our campsite was a full hookup with a large grassy area for setting up our outside chairs and picnic table. Although we enjoyed our stay we felt it was a bit overpriced for not having much to offer. They also have a very long list of rules & while they do allow pets there is a list of breed restrictions you need to be aware of before booking a reservation. They also charge for electricity on any stays one week or longer which we had not encountered previously at campgrounds where we have stayed.
Overall we enjoyed our stay but not sure we would stay again.
RangerWatkins Glen boasts one of New York’s most beautiful state parks! I last camped here in 2012 and absolutely loved hiking along the gorges. Also- the camping was next to perfect. Sites are decently sized and well secluded from one another.
in addition, the park is so well situated within the Finger Lakes and all the various wine trails! Made for a perfect girls weekend! Definitely recommend!
GuideIt is a very nice open area to camp in. It is a first come first serve campground. The dog park is a great addition to the park. There is always something going on. Also allows for an easy place right off Route I-86 to rest while driving across MY. Some of the best river access there is to paddle through a great small town.
LegendJake from the Dyrt here! Nature Lover's Paradise is new to the Dyrt and they have an awesome spot to share with access to a vast network of trails in upstate New York. Check them out and make sure to share some pics of your adventure!
GuideI absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on. It's located in Upstate New York, so it's close enough to the city but you feel like you are far away from the city. The campsites are great, clean and well kept. This park does get pretty busy though, because it is open to campers and people who just want to visit for the day to walk the trails. I love that they have trails that lead very close to the waterfalls..lots of rim trails that literally overlook the waterfalls and gorges. In the campground they do offer a pool, which again, does get busy because it's open to everyone regardless if you are camping or not. There also is tours you can take in the summer that will take you along the waterfalls and gorge, they have a playground for kids and an area with picnic tables. I went mid July and it was extremely busy, not sure when a good time to go during the summer when it's not as busy. That was the only downside I would say, is how crowded it was. There is also Seneca Lake nearby that many people go to fish in, however I didn't go on this trip but plan to next time. There are restrooms on site, however I didn't think they were that clean. Toilet paper and seat covers were out in most stalls, so I would advise to bring your own when you go. There is also some gift shops and food stands set up...one food stand has some pretty good hot dogs! The hikes to the gorge and waterfalls is pretty well maintained, however there are quite a bit of stairs. There were some people with kids in strollers that had to turn around because the stairs made it difficult. Not handicap friendly. I would advise to wear a good pair of walking shoes, and not sandals because it is slippery in some spots and again, a lot of stairs! I would highly recommend coming here, even if you don't decide to stay the night!
TravelerA bit off the beaten path for a KOA, but nearly sold out in early October nonetheless. Sites range from typical large rig to dispersed tents next to a creek. The tent sites with electric like the one we took used 240v 50A plugs, so we had to borrow a converter plug form the office for our 120v equipment. Only one bath house and it’s a bit dated. Very pet friendly including a dog play pen. Pool looked nice and was still open in early October.
GuideNew York State pretty much has abandoned this park. Trees fallen down across the sites. Might be ok for a tent but that’s all.
Situated in the picturesque Southern Tier region of New York, Berkshire sits at approximately 1,040 feet elevation with rolling hills and mixed hardwood forests. Seasonal temperature variations create distinct camping experiences, with summer highs averaging 80°F and winter lows dipping into the 20s. Fall camping attracts visitors seeking colorful foliage displays along hiking trails and waterfront sites.
Gorge hiking trails: At Robert H. Treman State Park Campground, the natural terrain offers impressive waterfall views and swimming opportunities. "Located in Tompkins County, Ithaca New York has beautiful gorges and hiking trails. Robert Treman is a treat and a gorgeous place to camp in the Ithaca, NY area. There are endless waterfalls, hiking trails, fishing holes and bird watching opportunities."
Kayaking on calm waters: Greenwood County Park provides rentable watercraft for exploring the lake. "This is a beautiful and quiet campground- a hidden gem in Broome County! There are boats available for rent, a waterfront swimming area, great fishing, and lots of trails to hike! Rain or shine, there are places to go and things to see!"
Winter recreation: Chenango Valley State Park Campground maintains multi-use trails that transform seasonally. "I have camped several times in all sorts of capabilities, tent camping, pop-up and hard sided campers. Whether you are looking for a campsite in a forest setting or one with a large open field you can find it. There's is a perfect lake for kayaking for beginner or seasoned, as well as great hiking and mountain biking trails."
Fall foliage views: Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground delivers spectacular autumn colors. "Been here in all the seasons, each is beautiful. Campgrounds are wooded. Pretty basic facilities, nice though. None of the tent sites have exceptional views but you're a short walk from the creek/gorges."
Swimming areas with lifeguards: Chenango Valley State Park provides supervised swimming areas for families. "The beach area is well staffed and clean. Changing areas are available as well as a splash pad for the little kids. There are miles of trails to hike and roads to bike."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early morning encounters with deer and other wildlife enhance the camping experience at Greenwood County Park. "The lake is pretty, the beach and picnic area is well kept, the campground is like a high quality state park—bravo to the Broome County Parks Department! Really enjoyed the miles of hiking trails which are supposedly also great from snowshoeing and cross country skiing in the winter."
Campsite privacy varies: Watkins Glen State Park Campground provides tree-lined sites with moderate separation. "The campsites are great and are all tree lined giving to a bit of privacy. As much as you get in campgrounds."
Seasonal closures affect amenities: Many campgrounds close swimming facilities before fall. "One thing that we were kind of disappointed in, is that the campground pool doesn't open until the end of June."
Weekend crowds at swimming areas: Popular swimming locations can become congested during peak summer weekends. "It can be VERY busy in the summer time in the swimming area, making it difficult to find your own 'space.' However, the hiking trails are awesome."
Splash pads for younger children: Facilities at Chenango Valley State Park Campground accommodate various age groups. "Campsites are in the woods with picnic tables and fire ring, plenty of shade and a good amount of space between camps. They have so many birds, squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits and insects that it was a veritable wonderland. Playground and shallow swimming area for children with life guards and a sandy beach and new bath house."
Pet-friendly swimming access: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Berkshire provide river access spots for pets. "Bring your bikes, the swimming is great and the entire swimming/boating area just underwent a major renovation. You can rent kayaks and paddle boards and the park is well maintained and monitored by park police, very safe!"
Hayrides and seasonal activities: Pine Valley RV Park Campground schedules family events throughout summer. "This is by far one of the best family oriented campgrounds we've ever been in. The staff, the grounds, the amenities made me wish we were closer. So many things for kids to do. From boating, to giant swimming inflatables, putt putt even a giant slide."
Site leveling challenges: Some electric sites require additional equipment for proper setup at Robert H. Treman State Park Campground. "Beautiful park. Electric sites are not the best though. Rocky and unlevel. Not made for large campers."
Lakeside RV sites: Pine Valley RV Park and Campground offers premium waterfront locations. "I have been camping at Pine Valley for over 15 years and considerate a family oriented relaxing campground. They have hayrides in the summer and swimming in the lake. Lakeside sites are spacious and reasonably priced."
Campground road conditions: Access routes to pet-friendly campgrounds near Berkshire may have maintenance issues. "The hill you climb to the camp sites is riddled with pot holes. The bathroom was not very upkept/updated and kinda dirty. The road noise at night (from rt13 below) and the sound of the bathroom door slamming did not help with getting a good night sleep."
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