Best Campgrounds near Branchport, NY

Branchport, New York is situated in the heart of the Finger Lakes region with multiple camping opportunities along Keuka Lake and surrounding areas. Keuka Lake State Park Campground serves as a primary destination with spacious, wooded sites suitable for tents and RVs, offering both electric and non-electric options. Additional mixed-use campgrounds include Country Charm Campground in nearby Middlesex and Flint Creek Campgrounds, which provide cabin options alongside traditional camping areas. The Sugar Hill Fire Tower area offers free dispersed camping for those seeking a more primitive experience about 20 miles southwest of Branchport.

Most campgrounds in the Finger Lakes region operate seasonally from May through October, with Keuka Lake State Park open from May 6 to October 16. Campsite reservations are recommended, especially during summer weekends and holiday periods when lakefront locations fill quickly. Water access varies by campground, with most established sites offering drinking water via spigots placed throughout camping loops. Many campers note the terrain can involve significant elevation changes. According to one visitor, "The campsites were large, clean and relatively private. Very quiet - no noise after 9:00. A lot of families and seniors."

Lakefront access represents a significant draw for campers visiting the Branchport area, with Keuka Lake offering swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities. Tent and RV sites at Keuka Lake State Park provide a combination of privacy and convenience with mature trees surrounding campsites while maintaining proximity to modern bathroom facilities. Several visitors mentioned the spaciousness of campsites as a key benefit. A camper wrote, "The sites are all super spacious and private. The lake and picnic areas area just amazing." While most campgrounds provide basic amenities such as fire pits and picnic tables, full hookups for RVs are limited in the area. The region's wineries and breweries serve as popular off-site activities for campers exploring beyond their campgrounds.

Best Camping Sites Near Branchport, New York (141)

    1. Keuka Lake State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Branchport, NY
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (315) 536-3666

    $20 - $27 / night

    "The campground is perfect location near Keuka lake in Wine Country, also close by to branchport, Penn Yan, and also Watkins Glen! Will continue to go to this campground!"

    "The lake offers many options for any type of boat. The campground has 3 loops and 2 have electric sites. Penn Yan and Branchport are close enough to grab anything you forgot or even an ice cream."

    2. Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    89 Reviews
    Watkins Glen, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 535-4511

    $20 - $58 / night

    "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."

    "Definitely one of the top places to camp and visit in New York, Watkins Glen State Park never disappoints. Each time I come back, I find something new to discover and have a great time doing that."

    3. Sampson State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Willard, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 585-6392

    $24 - $350 / night

    "The bathrooms are great with showers and each camp spot has plenty of distance away from the next one."

    "Potable water fill station and dump tanks at entrance/exit. Bathrooms were very clean and had dish washing stations in them. Loop 5 has beautiful views of the lake."

    4. Country Charm Campground

    4 Reviews
    Middlesex, NY
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 739-1841

    "Conveniently located to allow us to visit family/friends, sightseeing, visiting the many local wineries, and the best ice cream shop, Seneca Farms, in the US!!"

    5. Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite

    11 Reviews
    Tyrone, NY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 622-8282

    "We stayed here during an anniversary trip to the Finger Lakes. Easy proximity to Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Nice wooded area kept us far enough away from other campers. Great location!"

    "Will be returning, I found a lovely spot tucked into a back corner and has the most relaxing weekend."

    6. Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill

    8 Reviews
    Naples, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 374-6250

    "Camper camping is close to everything, but less privacy. Numerous pavilions that are wonderful for parties or weddings. Stunning overlook that is breathtaking (also great for weddings)."

    "Ontario County lookout is a quick easy walk away from the campground that is never crazy busy. Great prices and cleaned up campgrounds."

    7. Flint Creek Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Middlesex, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 554-3567

    "Close to wine country you will find this gem of a family campground. Dog and kid friendly with activities such as wagon rides, arts and crafts, movie night and various themed weekend events."

    8. Back-Achers Campsites

    4 Reviews
    Dresden, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 243-7926

    "This park is located equidistant between Geneva and Watkins Glenn, NY on the shores of Seneca lake.  There are like 40 wineries close by to choose from. "

    9. Qka View

    2 Reviews
    Hammondsport, NY
    8 miles
    +1 (607) 684-5119

    $100 - $150 / night

    "Perfect location great view of the lake and close to many breweries wineries distilleries hiking trails state parks and amazing restaurants"

    10. Finger Lakes RV Resort

    7 Reviews
    Hector, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 375-7587

    $80 - $89 / night

    "It's still nice to be on the outskirts. We also chose this section per a review we read to be away from the main road noise, but there really isn't much road noise to worry about, anyway."

    "I can't stop talking about the Finger Lakes RV park and the great experience we had there. FLRV opened in the last couple years and is a great addition to the camping options around the Finger Lakes."

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Recent Reviews near Branchport, NY

647 Reviews of 141 Branchport Campgrounds


  • Bare Soul  W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    South Slope Trail Head Dispersed Camp

    Relaxing

    There is one campsite near trail. There was more traffic than I expected. Also there is no cell service. No real tires

  • Dayne B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill

    Inexpensive, Peaceful.

    I've stayed here on 3 separate occasions, twice in RV 12 and once in RV 6. 

    I used the 30 AMP hookup and had zero issues.

    Beautiful playground for my son to enjoy and meet other kiddos. Deer, chipmunks and rabbits will say hi in the early and late hours.

    Large dumpsters near entrance. 

    Dump stations are present, but I haven't used them yet. 

    Potable water is present at a small spigot. 

    The washrooms facility is very close and speaking for the men's side, it had 2 stalls, 2 urinals, 2 showers, multiple sinks, and a sturdy baby changing station.

    Hiking trails with gorgeous views of the valley within a 5 min walk of my campsite.

  • Mindie C.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Pinecreek Campground

    Overnight stay

    The campground is cute and quiet. Staff is friendly and helpful. My only complaint is the condition of the roads. They are in dire need of grading and new gravel. Be careful!

  • Casey L.
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Busy campground

    Sites are level, some are more spaced apart than others but none seemed crowded as they seemed to all have trees between. Main complaint was most people speed way too fast through the campground. There was poison Ivy around the edges of our site and on the path to the bathroom. Bathroom was fairly modern and clean. It was nice to be able to access the gorge right from the campground.

  • 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

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Stay Bristol Woodlands

    Well maintained and friendly Staff!

    Campground is adorable, you can see a lot of other campers, but the spots are spaced out. Showers were nice, didn’t get to try the pool out as it was a quick stopover, but this seems like a fun place to spend some time

  • Ken B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Canandaigua-Rochester KOA

    Lovely KOA

    The campground is clean and well maintained. The staff are ALL so nice. The amenities are plentiful and well cared for. The sites are level, in great shape, and has a wonderful large wooded area. Thank you!

  • Sarah M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Finger Lakes National Forest

    Quiet site near a small pond

    The road in (a loop) is steep on both sides (a truck or vehicle with clearance would be helpful but you could also park at the bottom if you needed to). The site was trashy so we picked up a lot of what we could. A bonus—the site was quiet, roomy and once at the ‘top’ is quite level. Not vehicles came in or out all night (and it was a Saturday!).

  • Ryan M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2025

    frost ridge RV park

    Good park

    Has laundry. Not well kept. Close to the birthplace of Jello


Guide to Branchport

Camping near Branchport, New York, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to hike, fish, or just relax by the water, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: 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!"
  • Water Activities: Enjoy swimming and paddleboarding at Keuka Lake State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "The lake was beautiful and fun for swimming with the kids."
  • Fishing: Cast a line at Cayuga Lake State Park Campground. One reviewer noted, "The lakefront area of the park was very nice and we enjoyed walking on the drive down in front of the lake."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A review from Sampson State Park Campground stated, "Large sites, clean restrooms & showers. Should be a model for other state campgrounds."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer generous space between sites. A camper at Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "Campsite was clean and bathrooms were ok. Plenty of room on site."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Watkins Glen / Corning KOA have lots of activities for kids. One family said, "The campground and showers were clean... Plenty of kid-friendly activities."

What you should know

  • Limited Cell Service: Some campgrounds have spotty cell reception. A visitor at Taughannock Falls State Park Campground noted, "The bathrooms were messy, with a couple of toilets not flushed/clogged."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise from nearby roads or other campers. A camper at Cayuga Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites were also very close to each other and rather shallow, thereby limiting privacy."
  • Wildlife Encounters: Expect to see wildlife, which can be both a thrill and a nuisance. One camper at Blueberry Patch Campground said, "There are many locals selling firewood bundles for $5 each."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for campgrounds that offer playgrounds and organized activities. A review from Sampson State Park Campground highlighted, "Place is great for kids. Lots to do with a couple of playgrounds, guarded swimming area, kayak rentals."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks on hand can keep the kids happy. A camper at Keuka Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The park is clean and well maintained."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Make sure to have some downtime for the kids. A visitor at Stony Brook State Park Campground said, "Clean bathrooms, clean showers. Hikes from the site."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to choose a site that fits your RV comfortably. A camper at Taughannock Falls State Park Campground noted, "The sites are not very large but sufficient."
  • Bring Extension Cords: Some sites may have electric posts 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."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Know where the nearest dump stations are located. A visitor at Watkins Glen State Park Campground shared, "Dump station? - Yes."

Camping around Branchport, New York, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some unforgettable memories!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Branchport, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Branchport, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 141 campgrounds and RV parks near Branchport, NY and 11 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Branchport, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Branchport, NY is Keuka Lake State Park Campground with a 4.9-star rating from 22 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Branchport, NY.