Best Camping near Dale, NY

Are you in need of a campground near Dale, NY? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Dale, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Dale, NY (123)

    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground

    1. Letchworth State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    220 Photos
    480 Saves
    Perry, New York

    Located in Western New York state, about 45 miles southwest of Rochester, Letchworth State Park is known as the “Grand Canyon of the East.” Straddling the Genesee River for 17 miles the park encompasses more than 14,000 acres of deep river canyon and dense woodlands. The area was purchased in 1859 by William Pryor Letchworth, who recognized its natural and scenic value. He then granted it to the state in 1906 to be preserved as a public park. The park’s main attraction is the three dramatic waterfalls on the Genesee, which pour over escarpments up to 100 feet high. In addition to the spectacular scenery, the park also offers year-round outdoor recreation, from hiking, fishing and birdwatching to a variety of snow play.

    The large campground in Letchworth State Park makes a good basecamp for exploring the area’s many sights and recreation opportunities. It contains 270 tent, trailer and RV sites in eight separate loops. All sites have electrical hookups, and there are water spigots, restrooms with showers, recycling stations and a dump station available. Additional accommodations in the park include camping cabins and the Glen Iris Inn. Visitors also have access to several picnic areas and playgrounds, a swimming pool, sports fields, trout pond, a museum, and nature center. Campsite rates range from $24–$26/night, plus additional fees; cabin and lodge rates vary; reservations recommended.

    The best way to see many of the park’s sights is to get out and walk, hike or bike on any of the 66 miles of multiuse trails that wind through the park, and vary in distance and difficulty. The waterfalls are best viewed along the 7-mile Gorge Trail. One of the more unique and exciting ways to see the park is by hot air balloon. Other activities in the park include paddling on the river, nature programs, guided walks, and interpretive exhibits. The park also offers some of the best birdwatching in the state. In winter, many of the park’s trails become snowshoe and cross-country ski routes, and a few are even open to snowmobiles, so no matter what time of year you visit, there’s a way to play outdoors.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Darien Lakes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Darien Lakes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Darien Lakes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Darien Lakes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Darien Lakes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Darien Lakes State Park Campground

    2. Darien Lakes State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    35 Photos
    105 Saves
    Darien Center, New York

    Darien Lakes State Park's terrain is hilly with woodlands, ravines, streams and 12-acre Harlow Lake. Darien Lake Campground has a total of 154 campsites, 141 with electricity and 13 primitive sites without. Also available are heated comfort stations and showers, a beach, playgrounds, fishing, hiking and horseback riding trails, picnic areas and a rustic bridge over the lake channel to Picnic Island. In winter, multiple-use trails are open for hiking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Darien also has two picnic shelters available for a fee by reservation only.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York

    3. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York

    14 Reviews
    7 Photos
    53 Saves
    North Java, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $31 - $276 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Six Flags Darien Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Six Flags Darien Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Six Flags Darien Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Six Flags Darien Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Six Flags Darien Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Six Flags Darien Lake Campground

    4. Six Flags Darien Lake Campground

    16 Reviews
    11 Photos
    9 Saves
    Darien Center, New York

    Camp, glamp, rent an RV or stay in a cabin beside the Darien Lake Six Flags. Access full hookups, pull-throughs and standard sites. Darien Lake Camping allows for access to both campsites and the theme park with Six Flags packages. All campers are given access to the park 30 minutes early so you can get to your favorite rides without waiting in line. Dog and campfire friendly.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Campground

    5. Cherry Hill Campground

    12 Reviews
    8 Photos
    134 Saves
    Darien Center, New York

    Our campsites are well spaced out and private and we have 63 acres of uncrowded hiking trails and nature! Located directly across from Six Flags Darien Lake, Cherry Hill Campground is a traditional campground with free hot showers and flush toilets, horse shoes pits, volleyball, tether ball and a pond for catch & release fishing. Whether you're here for a day trip to spectacular Niagara Falls, beautiful Letchworth State Park, or just chilling out here by your campfire, this will be the getaway you have been looking for. We have a charming little camp store with all the basics (ice, fire starters, firewood, charcoal, soft drinks, snacks, toiletries, & everything you need for S’mores!). Each spacious campsite has a picnic table and firepit. Simple, rustic, and beautiful, Cherry Hill Campground is how camping should be!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $39 - $69 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort

    6. Southwoods RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    28 Photos
    29 Saves
    Churchville, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hamlin Beach State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hamlin Beach State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hamlin Beach State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hamlin Beach State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hamlin Beach State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    8. Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    77 Photos
    109 Saves
    Morton, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

    9. Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

    9 Reviews
    1 Photo
    55 Saves
    Akron, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $42 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from HTR Niagara Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from HTR Niagara Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from HTR Niagara Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from HTR Niagara Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from HTR Niagara Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from HTR Niagara Campground

    10. HTR Niagara Campground

    36 Reviews
    75 Photos
    333 Saves
    Grand Island, New York

    Due to its proximity to Niagara Falls, it is no surprise that HTR Niagara Campground (formerly Branches of the Niagara Campground) is a popular camping destination. The campground is located just a few miles from the falls, one of the world's most famous natural wonders. HTR Niagara itself is nestled in a wooded area near the Niagara River, providing a peaceful and secluded setting for camping. Campers can fish in the river, kayak on nearby lakes (not too close to the falls, please), and hike through the surrounding forests. The campground also has a heated swimming pool and plenty of room to throw down a blanket for a picnic or go on a leisurely bike ride.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $77 / night

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523 Reviews of 123 Dale Campgrounds


  • Bulldog A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Southwoods RV Resort

    BEST CAMPGROUND IN WESTERN NY

    DYLAN & TIFFANY ARE AWESOME! THEY ARE HELPFUL CARING AND SO NICE!!! WE STAYED MONTHLY AND GO TO FLORIDA FOR THE WINTER AND ARE COMING BACK NEXT YEAR!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from HTR Niagara Campground
    Oct. 4, 2024

    HTR Niagara Campground

    Great location and amenities

    We visited out of season so pools and other summer facilities were closed for season. Perfect location if visiting Niagara Falls or Buffalo. Family with children should visit during summer season. Lots to do.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Beautiful park with lots to see

    Nice trails and lots to do. Verizon coverage at our campsite was mostly non-existent. Showers were spacious but floors were always wet from floors not being sloped properly. Yea, we're shower snobs. :). Beautiful waterfalls and gorge!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Conesus Lake Campground
    Sep. 15, 2024

    Conesus Lake Campground

    Conesus Lake Campground

    Cozy campground. Clean single person bathrooms. Golf cart, paddle board and kayak rentals available. Campground is on a very steep hill so it is difficult to walk around.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Kanakadea Park
    Sep. 15, 2024

    Kanakadea Park

    Noisy

    Big open campground with lots of sites both electric and non electric. Many rigs in non electric sites running generators 24 hours. Very noisy. Would not recommend

  • June B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hamlin Beach State Park Campground
    Sep. 13, 2024

    Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    Beautiful and quiet

    07 and 08 2024.  We stayed in loop A, the showers and bathrooms are newer in this area and no matter what time of day or night I went, they were clean.  Sites have a good amount of trees and shade, if you need solar, look on Google maps first before picking site.  The parkway to Hamlin may have some shorter underpasses for tall rigs, so pay attention or check ahead if you have a large rig.  The beach is great, and there are several playgrounds for kids.  Never saw the dump stations busy, but then again we didn't go right at check out time either.  Kids will be kids and laugh and play during the day, even though we're retired, we enjoy the sound of happy children.  Come quiet time, it was just that, quiet.  Odds are you will need to level your rig, dirt, stone etc., but that's to be expected, we are camping after all.  All the staff that we came in contact with were pleasant and helpful.  We live relatively near Hamlin and plan on going there several times a year.  Perfect get away.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Seneca
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Camp Seneca

    Quiet and secluded

    We came I to the area on a Monday and this camp was completely empty. We picked the biggest site next to the creek. The tree canopy over our site was dense enough that w3 did not get very wet when it rains.

    This campground had several designated sites and most have a fire ring and picnic table.

    There was a porti-poty on site that had plenty of paper was pretty clean.

    We had a few hikers come through and one other camper that chose not to stay.

  • Emily F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook State Park Campground
    Aug. 2, 2024

    Stony Brook State Park Campground

    Review about sites 321 to 325

    I stayed here and it was very peaceful, but it was also pretty empty. Some of the sides are very close together, but if you look around, you can get one that has a little bit more privacy. Clean bathrooms, clean showers. Hikes from the site. Swimming as well!!

  • Nate & His Reina Puertorriqueña H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Darien Lakes State Park Campground
    Aug. 2, 2024

    Darien Lakes State Park Campground

    Great experience.

    Check-in was quick and easy. Our site was spacious, clean, and pretty darn level. Bathrooms were dated, but pretty clean for the amount of traffic. Water was hot and had great pressure. We were there for @KingdomBound2024. The campground was 6 minutes from Darien lake Amusement Park. We will definitely be back next year.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

    Psychotic Management

    If you have any concerns about their park or services they will immediately avoid you like the black plague!!! It's almost like they have things to hide, or don't want to justly return not even $1 that they are not entitled to. Running away from customers says a lot about their lack of professionalism, level of maturity, lack of integrity after they get paid, and the possible false statements they are making in their advertisements. To make a long story short, I did not receive all the services that they were supposed to deliver after paying them. The petting zoo is also questionable and one that should be looked at by PETA. Never going here again.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sprague Brook Park
    Jul. 17, 2024

    Sprague Brook Park

    Beautiful well maintained.

    We have stayed at both a full hook up and a no hook up site, and both were roomy and clean. The park is awesome. I absolutely love the memorial park .

  • Maddie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from East Otto State Forest
    Jul. 14, 2024

    East Otto State Forest

    Great spot!

    We went for a quick weekend trip with 3 people and 4 dogs. What a great spot! We were nice and secluded, which was great for the dogs to run around, be safe, and not bother other campers. It was relatively easy to find and the campsite is pretty close to Zoar Valley for a nice day trip! We will definitely be back :)

  • Brandon L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park Campground
    Jul. 12, 2024

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Amazing place to stay

    We had a great time here we stayed for a whole week to get the extra savings and we loved every day of it. There was something new every day. The waterfalls were amazing. The rec center had tons of activities and sports for the kids to do. They had a really cool playground, which was like a rope course.



Guide to Dale

Camping near Dale, New York, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From stunning parks to family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Exploring: Letchworth State Park is famous for its breathtaking waterfalls and scenic trails. One visitor shared, “The waterfalls were amazing. The rec center had tons of activities and sports for the kids to do” at the Letchworth State Park Campground.
  • Fishing and Swimming: Stony Brook State Park has great trails and a gorge trail with waterfalls. A camper noted, “The gorge trail has all the waterfalls and you can walk right next to them” at the Stony Brook State Park Campground.
  • Family Activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park is packed with fun for kids, including a water park and fishing. One family said, “This place is great for a family. Water park, fishing, kayaking, swimming. It has it all” at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park of Western New York.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the parks. A visitor at the Darien Lakes State Park Campground mentioned, “Bathrooms were dated, but pretty clean for the amount of traffic.”
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. One camper at the Southwoods RV Resort said, “Our site was spacious, clean, and pretty darn level.”
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often rave about the helpful staff. A visitor at the Cherry Hill Campground noted, “The owners let me pick my site because the one I had reserved was muddy.”

What you should know:

  • Busy Weekends: Many campgrounds can get crowded on weekends. A camper at the Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground mentioned, “This place is very busy with lots of sites that are very close.”
  • Limited Amenities: Some parks may not have stores or markets nearby. A visitor at the Stony Brook State Park Campground pointed out, “No camp store - so if you forgot an essential item, you've got to go out from the park.”
  • Check-in Times: Be aware of check-in and check-out times, as they may not be strictly enforced. A camper at Sprague Brook Park noted, “Check-in states 3 pm but we saw many checking in as early as 8 or 9 AM.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan Activities: Look for campgrounds with plenty of activities for kids. One family at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park enjoyed, “They had amazing fireworks and activities galore for the kids.”
  • Choose Spacious Sites: Opt for campgrounds with larger sites to give kids room to play. A camper at the Darien Lakes State Park Campground mentioned, “The camp sites are large and spread out.”
  • Bring Outdoor Games: Pack games for family fun. A visitor at the Southwoods RV Resort said, “There is a large playground, miniature golf, sand volleyball and basketball courts.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookups: Make sure to verify the availability of electric and water hookups. A camper at the Six Flags Darien Lake Campground advised, “Site is very unleve water and electric far away bring long cord and hose.”
  • Reserve Early: Popular spots fill up fast, especially during peak season. A visitor at the Letchworth State Park Campground suggested, “We stayed for a whole week to get the extra savings.”
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially near attractions. A camper at the Six Flags Darien Lake Campground noted, “It was loud and not very relaxing.”

Camping near Dale, New York, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Dale, NY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Dale, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 123 campgrounds and RV parks near Dale, NY and 9 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Dale, NY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dale, NY is Letchworth State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 77 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Dale, NY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Dale, NY.

  • What parks are near Dale, NY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 parks near Dale, NY that allow camping, notably Cowanesque Lake and Tioga-Hammond Lakes.