Robert H. Treman State Park Campground welcomes pets at all campsites with spacious, shaded areas that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins. Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground and Watkins Glen State Park similarly allow dogs throughout their facilities, requiring pets to be leashed and under control at all times. The campgrounds maintain clean, well-spaced sites where pets and their owners can relax comfortably. Many sites feature picnic tables and fire rings, creating an ideal setting for camping with dogs. Taughannock Falls State Park Campground provides access to multiple hiking trails where leashed dogs can join their owners exploring the natural landscape. The swimming area at Robert Treman is particularly popular, though pets must remain outside designated swimming zones.
Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the Finger Lakes region connect to extensive trail systems where dogs can enjoy outdoor exploration. Firelight Camps offers a unique glamping experience where pets are welcome, with proximity to Buttermilk Falls State Park's hiking paths. Campers frequently mention the spacious sites provide ample room for pets to settle in without disturbing neighbors. Park regulations typically require leashes no longer than six feet, and owners must clean up after their pets. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid hot surfaces that can damage paw pads. Wildlife encounters are possible throughout the area, so keeping dogs leashed protects both local fauna and pets. The Ithaca area provides numerous veterinary services within a short drive of these campgrounds.
$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."
"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."
$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"
$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!
Robert H. Treman State Park Campground offers a mix of campsites with varying levels of privacy across two distinct camping loops. The older loop features smaller sites with ample tree coverage, while the newer loop occupies an open field with limited shade. Sites in the upper campground area provide more seclusion with a longer walk to restroom facilities. Nearby Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground maintains wooded campsites that create a secluded atmosphere despite their relatively close spacing. Both parks connect directly to extensive hiking trail systems and offer swimming areas that become popular during summer months. Several campgrounds in the region maintain off-season availability, with Taughannock Falls State Park Campground operating from mid-April through mid-October when fall foliage creates spectacular views around the campsites.
Swim in natural settings: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground features a unique swimming area formed by a waterfall. "You can swim in the waterfall area here. Need I say more? Actually, it can be VERY busy in the summer time in the swimming area, making it difficult to find your own 'space,'" notes one visitor who recommends weekday visits to avoid crowds.
Explore multiple parks in one trip: The central location of these campgrounds makes it easy to visit several parks during your stay. "Good central location for exploring the Finger Lakes, Watkins Glen, Seneca Falls, Cornell and Ithaca," reports a camper who used their site as a base for regional exploration.
Hike varied terrain: Taughannock Falls State Park Campground connects to multiple trail systems with different difficulty levels. "The hiking to the waterfall is very manageable. There is also at least 2 other state parks within 30 minutes to visit if you have time," says a reviewer who appreciated the accessible trails.
Flat, accessible sites: Many campgrounds in the region offer level camping areas that require minimal setup effort. "This was a total surprise when we stayed at this site. We thought we were going to go to another park to camp but this one was so nice we ended up staying. Sites were really flat with some tree coverage for shade," explains a visitor to Robert H. Treman State Park.
Clean facilities: Bathroom and shower buildings are consistently maintained throughout the season. "The bathrooms were clean, with multiple free, hot showers. I believe there were separate dishwashing sinks inside the restrooms," reports a camper who appreciated the facilities.
Quiet off-season camping: Fall and spring visits offer reduced crowds and seasonal color changes. "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," shares a camper who visited during the less crowded autumn season.
Site selection matters: Campgrounds have significant variation between loops and site numbers. At Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground, "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."
Water access varies: Not all sites have convenient water hookups. "Some sites have shared fresh water hookup between the sites," notes a camper about the arrangement at some campgrounds.
Weather preparedness: The region experiences significant temperature variations, especially in spring and fall. "Went in the fall, very quiet and peaceful. Woke to snow on the tent," reports one camper who experienced unexpected weather changes during their stay.
Playground access: Watkins Glen State Park Campground provides play areas for children. "There is a huge new playground for the kids and lots of area to walk around the loops if you don't want to hike the gorge trail," mentions a family who found alternatives to the main hiking attractions.
Swimming options for different ages: Some swimming areas accommodate various swimming abilities. At Park Station Campground, "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."
Budget considerations: Many campgrounds charge additional fees for children and vehicles. "The weekend got pretty pricey after adding our children to the site. They even charged us extra for our 8 month old," warns a family about unexpected costs at one location.
Site leveling challenges: Some electric sites require additional preparation for larger vehicles. At Pinecreek Campground, "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."
Road conditions: Interior campground roads may present challenges for larger rigs. "Be careful which side the hookups are on. Some not situated on the right side so you'll need extra long cords," advises an RVer about planning your setup.
Size restrictions: Dog friendly campgrounds near Caroline offer varying accommodations for RVs. "Beautiful park. Electric sites are not the best though. Rocky and unlevel. Not made for large campers," warns a reviewer about site limitations at one popular location.
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