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    Cherry Hill Campground accommodates pets with clean facilities and spacious, well-maintained sites across from Six Flags Darien Lake. Dogs are welcome without additional pet fees at this small 10-site campground that operates from May through October. Darien Lakes State Park Campground and Letchworth State Park Campground both permit pets in designated areas while offering a mix of tent, RV, cabin, and yurt options. Immersed in natural surroundings despite proximity to attractions, Cherry Hill provides pet owners with hot showers, clean restrooms, and dishwashing stations. The owners are consistently described as friendly and accommodating in guest experiences.

    Trails accessible from campgrounds provide opportunities for dog walking with most sites requiring pets to remain leashed. Darien Lake Campground features a picturesque lake where pets can exercise, though some camping sections offer more privacy and tree coverage than others. The campgrounds maintain clean facilities with regular maintenance of pet waste areas. Six Flags Darien Lake Campground provides water and electric hookups for RV campers with pets, though some sites have been noted as uneven with utilities placed at inconvenient distances. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be supervised at all times, with quiet hours enforced to minimize barking disturbances to other guests.

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      1. Letchworth State Park Campground

      4.6(77)15mi from Dale340 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Letchworth State Park is known as the Grand Canyon of the East and is located in Mt. Morris New York. My husband and I visited regularly when we lived near Rochester, NY."

      "We have camped at Letchworth State Park for nearly 30 years. Recent updates to playground equipment and restroom/shower facilities have brought the amenities into the 21st century."

      from $300 / night

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      2. Darien Lakes State Park Campground

      4.4(20)14mi from Dale152 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The lake is awesome, and great for all water activities. I really enjoyed stand up paddle boarding as well as fishing with my parents!"

      "Friday brings the weekend families and their dogs, still very enjoyable and definitely entertaining!"

      from $20 - $29 / night

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      3. Six Flags Darien Lake Campground

      3.5(17)13mi from DaleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Unless you're a season ticket holder at Darien Lake, you will be forced to purchase tickets to the Darien Lake amusement park when camping here."

      "Walking distance to the theme park. Campground fees include admission to the theme park. The sites are very nice and well maintained."

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      4. Jellystone Park™ of Western New York

      4.5(14)14mi from DaleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There is a dog park as well!"

      "Playgrounds, beach, mini-golf, dog park, bounce pillow, basketball, volleyball, movie nights, wagon rides twice a day with Jellystone characters, lots of daily activities, water park, kayaks, SUP’s, canoes"

      from $31 - $276 / night

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      5. Cherry Hill Campground

      4.8(10)13mi from Dale1 siteRVs, Tents

      "Many sites are separated by hedges, are drive-in sites yet still close to water, restrooms, and shower even a microwave.  There are nature yoga classes and they bring bands in to perform."

      "We have stayed at Cherry Hill a couple times, mostly for Darien Lake concerts. It's VERY convenient to get to the convert as the campground offers shuttles before the events."

      from $39 - $69 / night

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      6. Dream Lake Campground

      3.7(3)4mi from DaleRVs, Tents, Cabins
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      7. Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

      3.8(11)18mi from DaleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Plenty of activities around the campground. Golf cart rentals available. Clean restrooms near the store."

      "Clean bathrooms near the campground store."

      from $30 - $42 / night

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      8. Darien Lake Campground

      4.5(4)13mi from DaleRVs, Tents

      "It was a busy place with lots of RVs, but my campsite was in a field bordered by wild flowers at the end of the campground with no one else around."

      "Pros: Picturesque Lake Some close Wildlife Kept Clean Double dump station Cons: Playgrounds, lack of and deteriorating Not much for children to do

      The site we had was secluded, spacious and perfect"

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      9. Lei-ti Recreation Resort & Campgrounds

      5.0(1)8mi from DaleRVs

      "It feels safe and is our home away from home. Looking forward to spending many years to come at this campground!"

      from $50 - $70 / night

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      10. Beaver Meadow Family Campground

      3.7(6)15mi from DaleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "HIGHLIGHTS:  Many nature trails 

      Visitors center 

      Swimming pool 

      Beautiful sunsets 

      Fishing 

      Well Sized campsites

      CONS: 

      Roads are not paved making it difficult for kids riding bikes 

      Pricey"

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    • Carlyne F.
      Feb. 15, 2021

      Letchworth State Park Campground

      Letchworth State Park, NY

      Letchworth State Park is known as the Grand Canyon of the East and is located in Mt. Morris New York. My husband and I visited regularly when we lived near Rochester, NY. The park is stunning and is fit for camping whether you’re in a tent, RV or choosing to rent a gorgeous cabin. There are many walking and hiking trails for adventurers of all types. Make sure you bring your camera as the views are all photo worthy. The camping price is right due to the fact that the park is run by the state. A great place to stay especially in the Summer!!

    • Kelly H.
      Jun. 5, 2018

      Letchworth State Park Campground

      30+ years of great memories!

      We have camped at Letchworth State Park for nearly 30 years. Recent updates to playground equipment and restroom/shower facilities have brought the amenities into the 21st century. The price is reasonable, and the park is a gem. A couple cons to consider: pets only allowed in three loops. Quite often, pet loop reservations are maxed quickly. There is a two dog limit, which excludes many campers. If you are used to private campgrounds, realize that services are limited here. Mediocre camp store and laundry; both get the job done, but leave a lot to be desired.

    • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
      Nov. 16, 2023

      Quiet Valley

      Country Glamping

      Jake from the Dyrt here! Quiet Valley is a glamping campground with canvas tents in a slowed down country setting in New York.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

    • D
      Sep. 9, 2023

      Shamrock Pines Campground

      Clean and friendly

      Called up on Friday afternoon of Labor Day weekend and they accommodated us for two nights.  John and his staff were friendly and welcoming.  Very clean campground with mostly seasonal sites.  Several overnight sites with electric and water.  These sites were mostly gravel and cut into a bank so that there is some separation.  Surrounded by trees but grounds are well kept.  Fully fenced dog park that was great for our pup.  A couple of ponds for kids to fish and what looks like a nice pool.  Quiet hours observed.  On Saturday night there was a band in an outdoor stage that was great.

      Close enough to Ellicottville to enjoy the shops, brewery and restaurants there.

      Only thing I would mention is the dump station is simply just a pipe off one of the driveways with a water hose.  Not a problem and it works, just not typical of dump stations.

    • Amber A.
      Aug. 1, 2016

      Letchworth State Park Campground

      Good weekend campsite

      Not technically in the Finger Lakes but still one of the most beautiful parts of Western New York State. Splurge and eat at the Glen Iris Inn! Great for cycling and hiking but no swimming. I love taking visitors here in all seasons but in autumn it is exceptional. I’ve stayed in a few tent sites and all are wooded and pretty private with your standard basic amenities. This is a popular park so make reservations.

    • Courtney K.
      Aug. 1, 2020

      Letchworth State Park Campground

      The Grand Canyon of the East!

      I went to college right near Letchworth State Park so I spent many wonderful weekends there! There is a reason why they call it the Grand Canyon of the East. Not only can you check out the beautiful waterfalls, but there are also many awesome trails, rivers, and caves to check out. When I would camp, we would rent a camp site with our tent but, you could camp with your RV or even rent a cabin. Ive gone every month of the year, but these pictures were from my birthday in January. Letchworth is one of the best parks in New York state and a definite must see!

    • Paula T.
      Apr. 23, 2020

      Letchworth State Park Campground

      Letchworth State Park

      My son and I have a new favorite campground.  We absolutely fell in love with this park.  I find it odd that even though I grew up only an hour away, we never camped there.  Big mistake!  There are many trails to hike on and beautiful views of the gorge and river.  You have to drive to many of the places but it's worth it.  There are many souvenir and snack stands as well as a pool (again, you have to drive to them).  The camp store is small but well stocked with a laundry attached. Some loops allow pets and others don't.  If you want to bring your pet, please check to make sure you reserve a pet-friendly loop. Unfortunately for us, it rained the entire time we were there so we never got to walk the trails or use the pool.  Keep an eye out for other activities.  There are balloon rides, craft shows, etc. that happen throughout the summer. With so much to do in the park, you don't really need to leave but nearby is the Arcade and Attica Railroad.  It's a nice little ride through the countryside.  There is also a small dam that you can visit (we missed out this last time).  I highly recommend visiting.

    • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 9, 2021

      Letchworth State Park Campground

      Unexpected Surroundings

      In most states, those without falls like Niagara, this state park would be the pride of the land. With three serious drops in as many miles, the Genesse River winds it’s way through what locals call the “Grand Canyon of the East.” Many states try to make such claims, but this might be the closest any come to actually living up to such. It is stunning! 

      Along the river this park gives the motorist the distinct feel that she is on a parkway, not unlike Shenendoah, or Blue Ridge. Every few miles the winding pavement breaks out onto a few of the ridges and valley below, before ducking back into the forest of Western New York.

      The campground, which is about 15 miles from the major falls area, offers what many come to expect from state parks. There are a wide variety of campsites, all reservable online, which can accommodate lots of different types of camping, large RV’s, small tents, and everything in between. Most, if not all, campsites offer electrical and water is available close by.

      The bathrooms are practically luxurious by most camping standards, with single-use restroom/ showers available at all hours. The camp store offered a few grocery items, along with cold drinks, firewood and ice in addition to laundry facilities. Within a short walk were many hiking trails, an old-school fitness path, and a stellar playground where anyone under 9 years of age should get a great workout. 

      But let’s be honest, we’re not coming here for the campground, it’s the rest of the park that makes the drive worth it. So, check it out and get to know this stunning place first hand and be sure to bring a picnic basket.

    Guide to Dale

    Letchworth State Park Campground features over 270 campsites spread across multiple loops near the Genesee River gorge. Located 25 miles from Dale, New York, this area maintains an elevation around 800-900 feet above sea level with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F. Campers can access direct trail connections from most sites, with different loops offering varying degrees of privacy and tree coverage.

    What to do

    Hiking trails: Letchworth State Park has extensive trail networks connecting directly from camping areas. "The park itself is fantastic. The campgrounds are basic and very nice given the relatively high popularity. The campsites are in two main areas of the park and further broken down into many different loops. All are close to the gorge/river and wooded, and connect to trails directly from your campsite," shares Harry H. about Letchworth State Park Campground.

    Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer water recreation facilities. "We stayed in August and we really enjoyed the setup and location of all the amenities this campground has. The owner took us around on a golf cart to show us how different some areas are within the campground," reports Rich L. about his experience at Southwoods RV Resort, which features two well-maintained swimming pools.

    Seasonal events: Campgrounds organize special activities throughout the camping season. "This is a JEWEL. Book early. Bring your hiking shoes & camera. The gorge is spectacular. Try to get to the balloon fest on Memorial Day - and book a flight if you can," recommends Rebecca E. about Letchworth State Park, highlighting their annual balloon festival.

    What campers like

    Peaceful nature areas: Despite proximity to attractions, many campgrounds maintain natural settings. "The grounds were meticulously manicured. The bathrooms and showers are clean and work well. Got a good night's sleep. Some how I felt odd sleeping on a golf course," notes Richard R. about Darien Lake Campground, describing its unique landscaped environment.

    Varied site options: Campgrounds offer different types of camping experiences. "The site we had was secluded, spacious and perfect for us, farther up the loop it looked like music festival with zero privacy or tree coverage," explains Dakota B. about Darien Lake Campground, pointing out the diversity of site settings within a single facility.

    Dog friendly amenities: Many campgrounds near Dale welcome pets without significant restrictions. "Checked in late, received a warm welcome. I was stuck at the US/Canada border for almost two hours coming from Michigan. Then caught in severe thunderstorms which cause me to get to the camp site at 9:30," shares Jurie V. about Cherry Hill Campground, noting their accommodating late-night check-in policy for travelers with dogs.

    What you should know

    Reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Not technically in the Finger Lakes but still one of the most beautiful parts of Western New York State. Splurge and eat at the Glen Iris Inn! Great for cycling and hiking but no swimming. I've stayed in a few tent sites and all are wooded and pretty private with your standard basic amenities. This is a popular park so make reservations," advises Amber A. about Letchworth State Park.

    Seasonal limitations: Most dog friendly campgrounds near Dale operate May through October. "We stayed at Southwoods while visiting the Rochester, NY area and exploring attractions in the area. The campground is about 20-25 miles from downtown Rochester and located in a quiet rural setting surrounded by farmland," explains Nancy W., noting the operational dates of May 1 to October 31 for Southwoods RV Resort.

    Noise considerations: Proximity to attractions and events can affect quietness. "If you like a park that is near an amusement park and not that quiet this is for you. You are still out in nature and have those aspects but you don't get that lost into nature here to me," shares Adam R. about Darien Lakes State Park Campground.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-focused activities: Several campgrounds offer specialized recreation for children. "Quiet relaxing atmosphere, lots of hiking trails and family friendly with parks and a pool for the kids to play," recommends Lisa M. about Letchworth State Park Campground, highlighting its family-appropriate amenities.

    Educational opportunities: Learn about local wildlife and ecology. "I came to a coworker who has a seasonal site. This was a social visit with our grandkids. They had a blast feeding the rain but this place is very busy with lots of sites that are very close," explains Buffy K. about Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground, mentioning their wildlife interactions.

    Weather planning: Western New York has variable conditions even in summer. "Beautiful state park, very lush green from all the rain unfortunately the smoke from the Canadian fires near have made it unhealthy here, especially strenuous outdoor activities. Bathrooms are clean and great showers in the wooden size of nicely spaced and level," observes Jeff A. about Letchworth, noting how regional air quality can affect outdoor plans.

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup location: Consider utility placement when selecting sites. "We chose a back-in 50-amp full hook-up site (M28) at $42/night. All the utilities were placed appropriately so we didn't need any extensions. The water pressure and electric were good," shares Nancy W. about Southwoods RV Resort, providing specific site details.

    Site levelness: Many campgrounds have varying terrain. "It was a busy place with lots of RVs, but my campsite was in a field bordered by wild flowers at the end of the campground with no one else around. Over the hill was a beautiful and unique golf course set in the woods," explains Lisa S. about Darien Lake Campground.

    Park accessibility: Consider road conditions and entrance widths. "Southwoods is a beautiful campground and accommodates campers of all ages. 2 well kept pools, playgrounds, laundry facilities, mini golf, soccer, basketball. The employees are so helpful and nice! We enjoyed our stays and will be back," notes Hope C. about the overall infrastructure at Southwoods.

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