Robert H. Treman State Park Campground welcomes pets at its established sites in Ithaca, featuring a range of accommodations including tent spaces, RV sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups, and pet-friendly cabins. The camping area maintains standard leash requirements, with pets needing to be supervised at all times. Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground similarly accommodates pets with spacious sites that provide room for families and their animals to enjoy outdoor time. The falls and gorge trails create a serene backdrop for camping with pets, though the campground can become busy during summer months. Pets need to remain leashed on the hiking trails, where many campers enjoy taking their dogs along the scenic waterfall paths.
Campers with pets particularly appreciate the wooded camping areas at Taughannock Falls and Watkins Glen State Parks, which offer natural shade and moderate privacy between sites. Both maintain similar pet policies and feature accessible trails suitable for dogs. The park system does not permit hanging items from trees, affecting hammock setups for campers with pets. Firelight Camps offers a distinctive glamping experience for those seeking higher-end accommodations that welcome pets, though with more limited outdoor space than the state parks. Trails connecting to Buttermilk Falls State Park provide excellent walking opportunities for pets and their owners, with multiple waterfalls and gorges to explore. Winter camping options exist at some locations, allowing for year-round pet-friendly outdoor adventures in the Finger Lakes region.
$20 - $128 / night
"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. "
$21 - $66 / night
"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)."
$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."
"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."
$20 - $67 / night
"Taughannock Falls State Park is one of my favorite parks in New York."
"Went for a quick getaway to this little gem of a state park in the finger lakes region of New York. I’ll be coy, and use their slogan ‘Ithaca is Gorges’ and Gorgeous!!!"
"Pinecreek 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."
"This is a campground set in a nice forest location, but close by to Treman State Park and Ithaca, so a good base for day trips."
"Even with the restrictions we had a great visit and felt safely distanced from other campers and staff. Great hiking trails because it is attached to Buttermilk Falls State Park."
$85 / night
"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"
"Sandy beach, man-made lake with enough space to swim, and boating to explore. Nice trail around the lake to walk or bike with a little difficulty."
"Convenient location to explore the Finger Lakes. 30-40 minutes from Watkins Glen, Ithaca and Corning."
$17 - $67 / night
"region of Upstate New York."
"Awesome little park in the Finger Lakes region with nature on site and lots more to do and explore nearby (wine trails!)."
$30 / night
"Typical New York weather. Overall, the park is more than I expected for a county park."
"Dogs allowed, nice sites"
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!
LegendJust off US 15 at the New York border. All roads and parking pads are paved. The sites are closer together than most other COE parks where we’ve stayed. We stayed in the Bench Loop which is very busy since it is waterfront. Our first week, we were on site 54 (W/E 50A) and waterfront. Our second week, we stayed on site 44 (FHU 50A) right across from the seldom used playground. Quite wooded here but we managed to get satellite TV. No Verizon phone service and very slow internet with a booster. This area is pretty with rolling hills all around so we enjoyed a couple of scenic drives. About an hour away is the Pine Creek Rail Trail in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
LegendJake here from the Dyrt! Harpy hollow not only has a great location in northern New York but is veteran owned and operated and ready to host more campers. Check them out and leave a review on the Dyrt when you stay!
The Finger Lakes region surrounds Brooktondale, New York with elevations ranging from 400 to 2,000 feet above sea level, creating varied camping microclimates. Seasonal temperature fluctuations are significant, with summer highs averaging 75-85°F and winter temperatures often dropping below freezing. Campers should prepare for higher humidity levels in summer, particularly when setting up tents in the densely forested sites common to the area.
Waterfall swimming: 5 miles from Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground. The park features a swimming area integrated with the waterfall. As Chris D. notes, "The falls are always fun, despite the lack of impressive height. The fact they're integrated into the swimming area is a unique feature."
Gorge hiking: 12 miles from Robert H. Treman State Park Campground. The park offers multiple interconnected trails with elevation changes. "Everyone says how great the water falls are. And yes they are. Bit this is truly a great place to camp. From the wilderness sites and nice bath houses to the gicking trails," writes Paully B.
Winter camping options: 15 miles from Taughannock Falls State Park Campground. Scott M. reported, "Went in the fall, very quiet, and peaceful. Woke to snow on the tent. Had a great time listening to the birds and enjoying the trails."
Fishing and boating: 22 miles from Greenwood County Park. The park maintains a stocked fishing pond and offers boat rentals. According to Kayti D., "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!"
Natural swimming pools: 28 miles from Fillmore Glen State Park Campground. The park features a spring-fed swimming area with lifeguards. Brian O. observed, "Activities include hiking on many trails, fishing swimming, and what I thought was unique was the spring fed swimming pool. It is cool but refreshing."
Clean bathroom facilities: 14 miles from Robert H. Treman State Park. The park maintains regularly serviced bathroom facilities with hot showers. Emma N. shared, "The bathrooms were clean, with multiple free, hot showers. I believe there were separate dishwashing sinks inside the restrooms."
Seasonal timing considerations: 8 miles from Buttermilk Falls. The park has distinct seasonal advantages. According to Molly G., "The lack of amenities drives a lot of people away - we have never felt crowded while here." Harry H. adds, "Been here in all the seasons, each is beautiful. Campgrounds are wooded. Pretty basic facilities, nice though."
Outdoor recreational variety: 18 miles from Watkins Glen State Park Campground. The park offers diverse activity options beyond standard hiking. Deb S. notes, "I stay here usually once or twice a year and spend my weekends hiking the various gorge trails nearby. Tent camping is nice here. The sites are good sized, they offer cabins as well."
Site selection matters: 9 miles from Pinecreek Campground. Not all sites offer equal privacy or accessibility. Cheryl W. explains, "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."
Accessibility variations: 14 miles from Buttermilk Falls. Some areas require strenuous climbing to reach campsites. Amy A. cautions, "The hill you climb to the camp sites is riddled with pot holes. The bathroom was not very upkept/updated and kinda dirty."
Weekend vs. weekday experience: 19 miles from Fillmore Glen. Weekdays offer a notably different camping experience. Michelle L. shared, "Yes, this is a busy campground for a small town but what people forget is the hiking trails and the falls that you see are absolutely breathtaking."
Seasonal restrictions: 26 miles from Greenwood County Park. Janet R. advises, "Your camping and recreation options are definitely better in the 'off' season because hardly anyone was here, but the fall colors were absolutely spectacular!"
Playground considerations: 8 miles from Robert H. Treman State Park. The park offers well-maintained play areas for children. Kelly J. reports, "Great flat campground... Sites were really flat with some tree coverage for shade. Great water for older kids that can swim. Lots of hiking trails that were along the gorge with water scenic views."
Kid-friendly swimming areas: 24 miles from Park Station Campground. The swimming area is specifically designed with children in mind. Jessica G. notes, "This campground has a nice small beach area with sand for the kids. Water is very shallow however, so not the best place for swimming for older kids and there is no pool, but there are life guards and plenty of depth for young kids."
Pet-friendly hiking trails: 17 miles from Taughannock Falls. Leashed pets are welcome on select trails. Steve W. shared, "We stayed a week and absolutely loved it! Great hiking to waterfalls, beautiful campgrounds and a large playground."
Field space for activities: 22 miles from Fillmore Glen. The central grassy area provides space for children to play. Charyssa G. observed, "Bathrooms are very clean and close to all campsites. Kids loved the park and swimming in the waterfall beach."
Site leveling challenges: 11 miles from Watkins Glen. Several sites require additional leveling for larger RVs. Laura L. advises, "The sites are quite wooded with plenty of space in between. We stayed in a 30 ft. motorhome, and the roads within the campground were kind of tight to get through with trees and curves."
Electric hookup placement: 15 miles from Robert H. Treman. Victoria notes, "Beautiful park. Electric sites are not the best though. Rocky and unlevel. Not made for large campers."
Pet policies for RVers: 13 miles from Taughannock Falls. Lindsay C. provides important information for RVers traveling with pets: "Dogs are allowed but they are not allowed on the gorge trail. I'm ok with this I just wish I had know before we got there."
Shared water hookups: 18 miles from Taughannock Falls. Jennifer D. points out a practical detail for RV campers: "Some sites have shared fresh water hookup between the sites."
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