Best Campgrounds near Cicero, NY

Campgrounds near Cicero, New York feature several established sites with options for multiple camping styles. Green Lakes State Park Campground, located approximately 10 miles southeast of Cicero, offers tent, RV, cabin, and glamping opportunities with both electric and full hookup sites. Oneida Shores County Park provides lakefront camping with water and electric hookups, situated directly on Oneida Lake. Pleasant Lake Campground and Whispering Woods Campground round out the local options with cabin accommodations and varying levels of amenities. Most campgrounds in this region are established facilities rather than dispersed camping areas, with dedicated sites and reservation systems.

Most camping areas near Cicero operate seasonally, typically from May through October, with limited to no winter availability. Green Lakes State Park has a season running from May 13 to October 9, while Oneida Shores operates from April 25 to October 13. Campground reservations are recommended, particularly for summer weekends and holidays when sites fill quickly. Many campgrounds offer improved amenities including electric hookups, drinking water, shower facilities, and sanitary dump stations. Some locations provide full hookups for RVs, though primitive tent sites are also available at most parks. According to one visitor, "The sites where we are, are quite spacious. The bathhouses are fairly new and reasonably clean. There are numerous hiking/biking trails and a boat rental at Green Lake."

Camping experiences in the area are enhanced by proximity to lakes and natural features. Green Lakes State Park receives consistently high ratings for its unique blue-green lakes and swimming beach, with several reviewers noting the pristine water quality and scenic hiking trails. A reviewer mentioned that "The lake is an awesome color and there is a lot of information about the area and the lake itself around the park." Oneida Shores County Park provides direct access to Oneida Lake with a beach area and fishing opportunities. Sites vary in privacy and shade coverage across the region's campgrounds, with some offering more wooded settings than others. Most camping areas provide fire rings, picnic tables, and relatively level sites. While campground density varies, visitors should expect established camping environments rather than backcountry experiences in this region.

Best Camping Sites Near Cicero, New York (123)

    1. Green Lakes State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Kirkville, NY
    11 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
    3 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
    7 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. Verona Beach State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Verona Beach, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 762-4463

    $27 - $29 / night

    "Nice small state park, our site had a water spigot right behind our site hook up hose and filled camper. Lake is dirty but the had a nice splash pad for the kids."

    "Campground sits on the edge of Lake Oneida with a nice camper’s beach and trail on the lake front. We stayed at site 11. As you can see sites are spacious and this one was right on the lake’s edge."

    5. Whispering Woods Campground

    1 Review
    Verona Beach, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 675-8100

    6. Bass Lake Resort

    2 Reviews
    Altmar, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 728-9437

    $66 - $81 / night

    "Very nice and great to see kids ridding bikes and walking around without adults. It is safe and they can be kids."

    7. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Mexico

    9 Reviews
    Pulaski, NY
    23 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!"

    9. The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

    11 Reviews
    Oneida, NY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 361-7275

    $65 - $75 / night

    "For activities, there are some great hikes around the campground, as well as excellent playgrounds, fishing, an awesome pool, and of course, free shuttle rides to the Turning Stone Casino right up the"

    "Convenient to the highway with 24 hour shuttles to the casino 5 minutes away, yet quiet and beautifully maintained."

    10. Hidden Point Camp Ground

    2 Reviews
    Verona Beach, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 762-0547
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Recent Reviews near Cicero, NY

298 Reviews of 123 Cicero Campgrounds


  • 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 Cicero

Camping sites near Cicero, New York range from lakeside facilities to woodland retreats within 20 miles of the city. The region features glacially formed lakes and wetland areas at approximately 400 feet elevation with summer temperatures averaging 80°F from June through August. Seasonal operations generally run from late April through mid-October with limited services during shoulder seasons.

What to do

Water activities on Oneida Lake: Oneida Shores County Park offers direct lake access for swimming and fishing. One visitor noted, "Life guards around. Nice playground and bathrooms available. Staff was nice. Picnic areas available."

Hiking trails around unique lakes: Green Lakes State Park Campground features unusual glacial lakes with distinctive coloration. A camper mentioned, "The hiking includes an easy 3.1 mile loop with much shade around two glacier formed turquoise lakes." Another reviewer added, "The hike around the lake is about 2 miles and it totally worth it!"

Fishing for salmon: Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Mexico offers fishing access on Salmon River. One visitor reported, "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."

Golfing options: Turning Stone features an on-site golf course with shuttle service from the RV park. A visitor mentioned, "There is the casino, dining, golf course and more near by."

What campers like

Private bathrooms: Many Green Lakes State Park facilities have individual bathroom units. One reviewer observed, "The bathrooms have been remodeled and most are private with a toilet, shower and sink which makes this a wonderful family campground."

Clean facilities: Verona Beach State Park Campground maintains high cleanliness standards. A camper reported, "Nice clean facilities" while another noted, "The bathrooms and showers were nice and the staff were very helpful."

Watercraft rentals: Multiple parks offer boat rentals at reasonable rates. At Green Lakes, a visitor mentioned, "Just past the swimming area is boat rentals ($7/hr for row boat rental)." Another camper at Verona Beach added, "There is a public, life guarded beach. It is a wooded area on beautiful Oneida Lake."

Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer ample room between sites. According to a visitor at The Villages RV Park, "The sites were level and great size with nice spacing in between."

What you should know

Train noise at some locations: The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone has railroad tracks nearby. A camper advised, "The only real negatives would be the proximity to some railroad tracks, which can be somewhat active and very audible in some spots (you'll want to stay towards the south / front of the park if this kind of thing bothers you)."

Personal watercraft restrictions: Some parks limit use of personal watercraft. A reviewer at Green Lakes noted, "You cannot bring your own kayaks you have to rent."

Wildlife considerations: Wildlife encounters are common. A visitor at Oneida Shores observed, "Lots of geese, therefore lots of goose poop."

Campground-specific rules: Rules vary between parks. At Oneida Shores, a camper cautioned, "He said he would have to park in the parking lot which is quite a walk from our site. The campsite allows two tents per site but apparently only one car although there was plenty of room."

Tips for camping with families

Organized children's activities: Pleasant Lake Campground offers family-oriented events. A visitor shared, "This is a fantastic place for kids and adults. Special events that the family will enjoy."

Water play areas: Several parks feature kid-friendly water facilities. At Verona Beach, a reviewer mentioned, "The kids love to hang out at the splash pad and the state recently revamped some of the playgrounds."

Educational opportunities: Some parks provide nature information. A visitor reported, "There is a lot of information about the area and the lake itself around the park."

Playground accessibility: Multiple campgrounds have updated play equipment. One camper at Oneida Shores mentioned, "Nice playground and bathrooms available," while another visitor highlighted "Great playgrounds" at Green Lakes.

Tips from RVers

Full hookup availability: Bass Lake Resort offers comprehensive services for RVs. A visitor noted, "This is a membership/timeshare place but if you get a membership you can camp for free at any of 7 of campsites along the east coast."

Level pads: Several campgrounds feature well-prepared RV sites. A visitor at The Villages RV Park observed, "All sites are full hookups (i think) and paved. Definitely geared towards the RV or trailer crowd."

Dump station access: For sites without sewer, dump stations are available. A reviewer at Jellystone Park noted, "No sewer hookups available but does had a dump station on your way out."

Shuttle services: Some parks offer transportation to attractions. A camper at Turning Stone mentioned, "Convenient to the highway with 24 hour shuttles to the casino 5 minutes away, yet quiet and beautifully maintained."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Cicero, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Cicero, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 123 campgrounds and RV parks near Cicero, NY and 11 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Cicero, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cicero, NY is Green Lakes State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 43 reviews.

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

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