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    Evangola State Park Campground accepts pets at tent, RV, cabin, yurt, and glamping sites with electric hookups. All New York State campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccinations for dogs. The park features a large sandy beach, paved roads for bikes, and a nature center, though dogs are not permitted on the beach itself. Campsites are mostly open with little separation between neighbors, particularly in the tent area which can become muddy after rain. Colden Lakes Resort, HTR Niagara Campground, and Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday also welcome pets with full hookup options for RV campers.

    East Otto State Forest provides free primitive camping that allows pets, ideal for those seeking a more rustic experience with their dogs. Sprague Brook Park offers electric hookups and pet-friendly tent and RV sites in a well-maintained park setting with clean facilities. The memorial park section is particularly impressive. Most campgrounds have standard amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to showers, though cleanliness of bathroom facilities varies by location. Lake Erie State Park Campground provides pet-friendly cabin options with hookups and beach access. The campgrounds generally have reliable cell service, with Verizon offering better coverage than AT&T in most locations. Trash collection is available at most sites, though recycling options are limited.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Derby (84)

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      1. Evangola State Park Campground

      3.6(17)9mi from Derby84 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Sites are electric only, with a dump station available at the entrance and one in the campground loop."

      "Sites are electric only, with a dump station available at the entrance and one in the campground loop."

      from $17 - $112 / night

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      2. HTR Niagara Campground

      4.8(39)23mi from DerbyRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This is a campground of several lakeside cabins and mostly RVs, so they were also seldom in use, making them even more accommodating for us during this time of distancing."

      "My dog and I had the best first tent camping trip here. The bathrooms were sparkling and it was very well maintained."

      from $77 / night

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      3. Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

      4.2(25)24mi from DerbyRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Stayed here to easily get back and forth to the NY side and border crossing at the falls. Nice sites and access right to the amusement park located next door."

      "With it being close in proximity to the Niagara Falls made nice but many turn over of campers making this a busy park. The sites were level and our site had full hook ups."

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      4. East Otto State Forest

      4.4(11)20mi from DerbyRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "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."

      "This was a nice secluded feeling site, neighbors are pretty close by and you can hear them but a good amount of private space to yourself."

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      5. Gander RV of Buffalo

      5.0(1)8mi from DerbyRVs
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      6. Sprague Brook Park

      4.4(7)18mi from DerbyRVs, Tents

      "Well maintained park the campground is full of hiking trails and areas to fish on multiple ponds the sites are your average size and are kept clean."

      "There is a play area for kids every time you turn around and a nice little pond for fishing. For what it is, it's a very nice spot if you're looking for a less wild camping experience."

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      7. Lake Erie State Park Campground

      4.4(23)29mi from Derby107 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Just returned from staying over the weekend at this campgound with my dog and had a great time. We stayed in a non-electric site in my campervan and it was perfect."

      "This park is right on the lake near the PA border. Flat short trails through the forests or walk along the beach."

      from $21 - $88 / night

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      8. Streamside Eriegrove

      5.0(1)15mi from DerbyTents

      from $80 - $100 / night

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      9. Colden Lakes Resort

      5.0(2)17mi from Derby1 siteRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "There are 4 small pristine lakes. It’s about an hour from Niagara Falls and out in the Country, very quiet and peaceful. Would definitely come back"

      from $75 / night

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      10. Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

      4.5(58)41mi from Derby265 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Staff inside office were very friendly-gave many trail suggestions and good tips for navigating the city. Comes with state park parking pass to park free and access to town shuttle."

      "The sites were right next to the bathrooms/showers/laundry. The bathrooms were very clean. The showers had 2 separate privacy shower curtains and a bench to put your things in the shower stall."

      from $20 - $100 / night

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    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Derby, NY

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    • M
      Jul. 22, 2023

      Westfield-Lake Erie KOA

      1st stop across country

      This campground is very clean on the smaller side but very nice. There is highway noise but in your camper you really can’t here it. Beautiful temp and lots of things for the kids to do. Pool, playground, game room. They do have a dog park if you bring your pups. Overall very nice. I would come back.

    • Greg D.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 27, 2025

      Westfield-Lake Erie KOA

      Overnighter

      We only stayed for an overnighter on a long trip west. The restrooms and showers are some of the best we’ve seen during our trip. Very well maintained facilities and grounds and the staff are friendly and helpful. We were able to change our site for one that was more level without a problem. The only thing that might bother some people is the road noise. However we were able to sleep well despite it. There is also a dog “park”/fenced area.

    • 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.

    • F
      Sep. 18, 2018

      Houghton / Letchworth KOA

      Nice and quiet

      ntmnet. Overall, this is a nice place to go camping. We camp in a tent and our site was wonderful (PT1). We were pretty much alone. The facility was nice and kept up. The bathrooms were clean and well stocked. My only complaint would be that the pet rules are not enforced. I would see five dogs from my site and only one was on a leash all the time. My dog. One dog was free to roam wherever it wanted. Owners would walk with him and let him go. He came to our site several times. We did our best to keep our dog quiet but it was difficult. The dog ended up taking "a dump" on our site. The owners had not intention of cleaning it up till I talked to them when they walked by. They sent a child who didn't clean it toroughly so I had to. Called the office but no answer. Never saw an employee making rounds checking things out. Not going back.

    • Nick O.
      Jul. 3, 2020

      Niagara County Camping Resort

      Nice atmosphere

      Nice secluded place. Quiet surroundings with lots of stuff for kids to do. Swimming, fishing, putt putt, petting zoo. Camp sites are clean and large. Ownership is extremely friendly. Will visit again.

    • K
      Aug. 3, 2018

      Jellystone Park™ of Western New York

      Camping resort in the middle of nowhere

      There was a great WiFi connection, so it was difficult to get my boys to go explore! We have a 35 foot travel trailer and had zero difficulty backing into a W/E spot. Gravel pads, decent space between RVs. We did need our extra hose to reach our spigot but I think that was unusual. The dump station was easy to get to and clean when we left.

      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, LIFEGUARDS!... ALL INCLUDED. My kids did mini-golf 4 times. Snack bar (with good wings and delivers!). Golf cart rentals. What was I most impressed with? Trash pickup. You put it in front of your site, somebody picked it up. Any time of day.

      There were three types of cabins I saw, but didn’t go inside. You could fish in the pond. The website says Laser Tag but we didn’t explore that far. The town is teeny tiny so no good grocery store around. The grounds were well kept. Niagara Falls were a little more than an hour away. Great day trip!

      We we will come back next year and bring our cousins!

    Guide to Derby

    Camping options near Derby, New York range from state parks with lakefront views to primitive forest sites. At Evangola State Park, campsites tend to be more exposed with limited separation between neighboring units. The tent camping area can become particularly muddy after rainfall, requiring appropriate footwear and ground cover. Winter temperatures in the region typically drop below freezing from November through March.

    What to do

    Fishing opportunities: East Otto State Forest provides free primitive camping with fishing access. "Nice campground, free, fishing, secluded," notes Joseph F., though he adds that "everyone needs to start picking up their trash though."

    Lake views and sunsets: Lake Erie State Park Campground offers excellent sunset viewing opportunities. "Short walk from campsite to the lake. Try to see sunset!" recommends Layla P. The park features "breathing room between sites" and is "very quiet" according to the same reviewer.

    Creek exploration: At Sprague Brook Park, families can enjoy the natural waterway running through the grounds. "There is a creek that runs through the state park which was nice for the kids to splash around in," mentions Amanda K., making it ideal for hot summer days.

    What campers like

    Well-maintained facilities: HTR Niagara Campground receives praise for its upkeep. "This was the most perfect family campground we've been to... The staff is very nice and they're always outside working and helping," reports L W., who appreciates that "the grounds are pristine."

    Quiet forest setting: East Otto State Forest appeals to those seeking seclusion. Nicholas K. shares, "I was pleasantly surprised with the experience. I'm not a big people person so I was worried it was going to be people on top of people, but it wasn't. Sites were spaced out enough that you know someone was in the site next to you, but you couldn't see them."

    Seasonal activities: Winter visitors can enjoy additional recreational options at certain parks. According to Adam R., Sprague Brook "is open year around and even has shelters to rent for winter. They is a sledding hill and cross country skiing paths to use."

    What you should know

    Bathroom maintenance varies: Cleanliness at facilities differs between campgrounds and can change seasonally. At Evangola State Park Campground, Sue H. observed, "This year the restrooms were disgusting!!!. We were here for 3 nights and the same washcloths were on the floor all weekend. Sinks and counter never cleaned, mouse feces were everywhere."

    Limited privacy at some sites: Many campgrounds in the area feature open layouts. At Evangola State Park, Trina W. notes, "Our site was large enough, but there was no privacy. Every site is just open to all the rest."

    Water supply logistics: Not all campgrounds offer direct water hookups. Brian P. explains that at Lake Erie State Park, "The water hookups are NOT at each site, but there is one CLOSE to each site, so you can run your house over, fill your tank, and disconnect."

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday offers multiple recreational areas for children. Phyllis V. describes it as a "Clean, well maintained, family, fun camp close to Niagara Falls" with "2 swimming pools, playgrounds, fishing ponds, jump pad."

    Dog-friendly campgrounds near Derby: For families with pets, several options accommodate four-legged members. Courtney C. found East Otto State Forest "absolutely perfect primitive camp site" where dogs can run freely, while Maddie C. confirms it was "great for the dogs to run around, be safe, and not bother other campers."

    Off-season benefits: Consider camping during shoulder seasons for reduced crowds. According to Sarah C., Lake Erie State Park can be a "great overnight stop" even when the "full park" is operational because it remains "still quiet with good spacing between outer ring spots."

    Tips from RVers

    Electrical service options: Sprague Brook Park offers varying hookup availability. James K. mentions "updated power to upper loop" and that the site is good for "fairly level campsites," though Rebecca B. clarifies they've "stayed at both a full hook up and a no hook up site, and both were roomy and clean."

    Campsite surface conditions: For RV leveling, pay attention to the ground composition at each park. At Colden Lakes Resort, Michi P. describes "a level gravel back in site" noting that "the back in sites are very wide and roomy, the pull through sites are a little closer together."

    Alternative camping for small rigs: Those with smaller RVs might consider primitive options. Aidan C. recommends East Otto State Forest as "the best spot around" especially "after sleeping in parking lots and rest stops," noting it's "so nice to have a place where you don't fear law enforcement knocking at your car/tent, and it's FREE!"

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