RV camping options near Cincinnatus, New York span across Chenango, Cortland, and Broome counties, with most locations within a 30-45 minute drive of town. Seasonal availability typically runs from May through October, with a few campgrounds extending into early November depending on weather conditions. The region's elevation ranges from 900-1,500 feet, creating cool evenings even during summer months.
What to do
Lake activities at Bowman Lake State Park: The 35-acre lake offers kayaking and swimming opportunities with a designated beach area. "Tent camping in the beautiful winding camp ground many shady trees brings you back to nature. We brought our bikes and explored the many hiking and riding trails on the premises. We loved the swimming beach soaking up the sun and cool refreshing water," shared one visitor at Bowman Lake State Park Campground.
Wine touring near Finger Lakes RV Resort: Located about an hour west of Cincinnatus, this park provides access to numerous wineries. "Located about 1/3 of the way up the eastern side of Seneca Lake, the location provides easy access to the wineries, distilleries, and breweries along the lake," notes a camper at Finger Lakes RV Resort. The resort features "walking paths from the campground to two different wineries."
Fishing at local waterways: Several campgrounds offer direct water access for anglers. "As fisherman we loved that the rangers told us that the lake was regularly stocked with trout and other game fish," reports a Bowman Lake visitor. Riverside RV Campground in Bainbridge is "right on the river" according to reviews, making it convenient for fishing enthusiasts.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Hygiene amenities receive consistently positive mentions. "The bath house is immaculate and rivals those at Fort Wilderness Resort," noted a visitor to Finger Lakes RV Resort. Another camper at Belden Hill Campgrounds mentioned "Clean bathrooms and laundry rooms" as a highlight of their stay.
Spacious sites: Many RV sites near Cincinnatus, New York offer generous spacing. "The sites were level and great size with nice spacing in between," reported a visitor to The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone. At Pine Valley RV Park & Campground, "Lakeside sites are spacious and reasonably priced," according to one regular visitor.
Family-friendly environments: Several campgrounds cater specifically to families with children. "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," reports a camper about Pine Valley RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal limitations: Most camping facilities near Cincinnatus operate only during warmer months. "We were there during the Fiber Festival, and I was impressed at how well organized the programing was, and how clean everything was despite large attendance," notes a visitor to Butternut Hill RV Campground.
Weather considerations: The region can experience sudden storms and rain. One camper at Bowman Lake noted: "Our entire campsite was flooded so we just set up our tent on my brothers site with them." Another mentioned: "It rained really hard one day of the event, and though the access roads got a little muddy, the campsites seem well drained and did not get muddy."
Varied site conditions: Quality and amenities differ significantly between campgrounds. At Spruce Row Campground, a visitor cautioned: "The campground is primarily seasonal sites and the sites are very close together." In contrast, at Finger Lakes RV Resort, "the campground sites are very large and spread out."
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation options: Look for campgrounds with swimming areas for children. At The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone, they offer "a pool, playground, hiking trail, fishing pond, paddleboat rentals," making it ideal for families with varied interests. Another camper noted it's "well maintained with nice sites" and provides "organized loops to offer wooded and full sun sites depending on what you are looking for."
Structured activities: Some campgrounds organize regular events. "They have hayrides in the summer and swimming in the lake," mentions a long-time visitor to Pine Valley RV Park. The campground also includes "giant swimming inflatables, putt putt even a giant slide" as part of their standard amenities.
Noise considerations: Railroad proximity can affect sleep quality at certain locations. At The Villages RV Park, 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)."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger rigs: Pay attention to access roads and site dimensions. At Belden Hill Campgrounds, they offer "pull thru full hookup, level, spacious" sites with "room for pop up canopy and games." The campground has earned praise for accommodating larger RVs, with one camper noting they "stayed in 38ft motorhome" without issues.
Hookup availability: Full service connections vary by campground. "All sites are full hookups (i think) and paved," notes a visitor to The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone, adding that it's "definitely geared towards the RV or trailer crowd." At Woonton Family Farms, they offer a more rustic experience that's "a welcome difference from the common/look-alike campgrounds everywhere else."
Terrain challenges: Some campgrounds require careful navigation. "Site was gravel and not super level, but we made it work," noted a visitor to Bowman Lake State Park about their trailer setup. At Belden Hill, one RVer mentioned the "Great views of the mts" but also that their "site was wet but useable" after heavy rain.
