Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Fabius, NY

Morgan Hill State Forest provides free, primitive dispersed camping near Fabius with pet-friendly policies throughout its trail network. Pets must be kept on leashes no longer than 10 feet and owners are responsible for waste removal. Camping requires following Leave No Trace principles and maintaining at least 150 feet distance from streams or water bodies. The forest offers multiple access points, including the Onondaga Trailhead campground which features two developed campsites with picnic tables and fire pits accessible to pets. Green Lakes State Park Campground also allows pets in designated camping areas with electric hookups, though specific pet sections may have limited availability during peak season.

Hiking with dogs is particularly rewarding on the Onondaga Trail branch of the North Country Scenic Trail which traverses Morgan Hill Forest. The trail network can be confusing, so visitors should download forest maps before arrival as cell service is limited. Hikers report significant tick presence in spring and early summer, making pet-appropriate repellent essential. Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area offers additional pet-friendly primitive camping with 15 drive-in sites and shore fishing opportunities where dogs can cool off. Several nearby state forests including Bucks Brook State Forest permit backcountry camping with pets along the Finger Lakes Trail. Campers should note that most primitive sites have no water sources, requiring visitors to bring water for themselves and their pets.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Fabius, New York (97)

    1. Green Lakes State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Kirkville, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 637-6111

    $24 - $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"

    "Great place for trails, fishing, swimming & plain camping. There are electric & non-electric sites as well as a Cabin Colony. Pet friendly"

    2. Morgan Hill State Forest Dispersed

    1 Review
    Apulia Station, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 753-3095

    "This location has a set of 2 large trailhead parking lots for hikers and backpackers accessing the vast trail network of the Morgan Hill State Forest."

    3. Morgan Hill Forest—Onondaga Trailhead campground

    1 Review
    Truxton, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 753-3095

    "This is a small state forest campground in the Morgan Hill forest from which you can directly access the Onondaga Trail branch of the National North Country scenic trail."

    4. Fillmore Glen State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Moravia, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 497-0130

    $17 - $67 / night

    "region of Upstate New York."

    "Awesome little park in the Finger Lakes region with nature on site and lots more to do and explore nearby (wine trails!)."

    5. Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area

    2 Reviews
    Morrisville, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 674-4036

    "There are 15 drive-in campsites widely spaced and set into the woods, and two developed walk-in sites on the west shore."

    6. Bucks Brook State Forest Primitive Tent Site

    1 Review
    DeRuyter, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 674-4017

    "There are both state forest roads and off road trails to hike on in the area; the Bucks Brook Forest Road follows a series of small waterfalls at the bottom of the gorge to the source of the creek near"

    7. Yellow Lantern Kampground

    2 Reviews
    Homer, NY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 756-2959

    8. The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

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

    $65 - $75 / night

    "Neighbors keep to themselves and kind of stare le us down when we pulled in and during dog walks…maybe just an outlier experience? Staff very kind."

    "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"

    9. Woonton Family Farms

    2 Reviews
    Marietta, NY
    20 miles
    +1 (917) 674-6556

    $45 - $55 / night

    "Close to the nice village Skaneateles. It was a welcome difference from the common/look-alike campgrounds everywhere else. We will definitely come back! 

    The Breuk family from the Netherlands"

    "Woonton Family Farms is new to the Dyrt and offer a stunning farm with trails, water and forest to explore.  Check them out and make sure to leave a review of your stay here on the Dyrt!"

    10. Verona Beach State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Verona Beach, NY
    27 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."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Fabius, NY

412 Reviews of 97 Fabius Campgrounds


  • Cheryl W.
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Pinecreek Campground

    Beautiful Park, beautiful area could be so much more with a little effort!

    Pinecreek is a beautiful park in a great area 10 minutes from downtown Ithica New York and Lake Cayuga. The area has everything you could possibly want or need. Fabulous State Parks with spectacular waterfalls, a farmers market right on the lake front, Cornell University and so much more. That being said it may be the reason the campground doesn't offer any planned activities. They do have a swimming pool and what appears to be a large clubhouse/meeting area that is not or was not used while we were there, nor were any activities publicized. They do have a small arcade but it did not stay open past 8 pm and did not appear to be air-conditioned.

    Our campsite was a full hookup with a large grassy area for setting up our outside chairs and picnic table. Although we enjoyed our stay we felt it was a bit overpriced for not having much to offer. They also have a very long list of rules & while they do allow pets there is a list of breed restrictions you need to be aware of before booking a reservation. They also charge for electricity on any stays one week or longer which we had not encountered previously at campgrounds where we have stayed.

    Overall we enjoyed our stay but not sure we would stay again.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Jul. 14, 2023

    Nature Lover's Paradise

    Tent Camping for Hikers & Runners

    Jake from the Dyrt here!  Nature Lover's Paradise is new to the Dyrt and they have an awesome spot to share with access to a vast network of trails in upstate New York.  Check them out and make sure to share some pics of your adventure!

  • Rachel P.
    Jul. 13, 2018

    Delta Lake State Park Campground

    Delta Lake State Park

    Delta Lake State Park sits at the foothills of the Adirondack Park, just outside Rome, New York. Pretty and well-kempt, Delta Lake is a nice option for those looking to stay close to home and within proximity to civilization. You can enjoy the great outdoors, while only being a few miles away from a restaurant or grocery store.

    The campground isn‘t the best I’ve experienced, a bit on the crowded side-similar to a woodsy suburb- but this could have been distinctive to Loop A where I stayed. I stayed in site 35 and was intermixed with all the campers and RV’s, so it got a bit noisy. Not that restful, secluded experience I typically go for, but I should have planned further in advance.

    However, what the park lacked in terms of its campground, it totally made up for in its beach, swimming and picnic areas! This place was awesome for hosting a birthday party for my niece and relaxing at the beach/ day facilities. They have plenty of picnic tables, charcoal grills, a huge beach and locker rooms. This is really a great place to spend a day with your family!

  • Secc P.
    Jul. 24, 2020

    Bowman Lake State Park Campground

    A dump

    New York State pretty much has abandoned this park. Trees fallen down across the sites. Might be ok for a tent but that’s all.

  • Carlyne F.
    Feb. 21, 2021

    Robert H. Treman State Park Campground

    Robert H. Treman State Park, NY

    Located in Tompkins County, Ithaca New York has beautiful gorges and hiking trails. Robert Treman is a treat and a gorgeous place to camp in the Ithaca, NY area. There are endless waterfalls, hiking trails, fishing holes and bird watching opportunities. The campground has bathrooms, showers, picnic tables, a playground and a dump station. There are cabins, tents and rv sites, some of which are handicapped accessible. Ithaca is also packed with wineries and the finger lakes. A great place to visit!

  • Justin F.
    Aug. 7, 2020

    Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Mexico

    Great Salmon fishing....Mexico NY

    This is our 4th experience at a Jellystone. The campground was clean and staff was super nice. Organized the Halloween activities nicely. Yogi and the characters were very involved. 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. My husband believes that area of the river was a private sector for the campground. Smaller campground than others I have been too but made it nice for kids to rides bikes safely since there weren't golf carts located at this campground. What I didn't enjoy as much. 1) The sites were muddy, especially when it had recently rained. Luckily we came after it rained and it had dried out some. 2) the dog park was a walking area, not a fenced in yard for them to let some of their energy out 3) No sewer hookups available but does had a dump station on your way out.

  • Matt G.
    Jul. 12, 2016

    Taughannock Falls State Park Campground

    Taughannock has Everything!

    Taughannock Falls State Park is one of my favorite parks in New York. The camp grounds are excellent, there are TONS of trails nearby, the swimming area of the lake is close, and the water is very clean. The crown jewel of the place is Taughannock Falls, which is a short flat hike to one of the tallest single drop waterfalls on the east coast. It really is quite the sight. There are cool playgrounds for the kids, grills, restrooms, showers, and plenty of activities to do, such as stand up paddle boarding. Taughannock has it going on, and I will be back!

  • Gavin T.
    Oct. 23, 2017

    Blueberry Patch Campground — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

    Simple

    The only Finger Lakes National Forest designated campground, Blueberry Patch offers a secluded experience in the heart of this sometimes overlooked beautiful geographic region in the State of New York. This campground offers a simple experience, with fire rings and picnic tables at each site and seems to accommodate just tent and small campers. Vault toilets available. On a week day in early summer, 3 of the 9 campsites we’re occupied. Can see it filling up on weekends. Enjoy!

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 6, 2017

    Ludlow Creek Lean-To Campsite

    Ludlow Creek Lean-to

    This is a beautiful primitive hike-in campsite alongside the Ludlow Creek section of the Finger Lakes Trail in Chenango County, New York. It is located in a beautiful, unspoiled and seldom visited region of state forest, providing a wilderness type experience fairly close to several nearby villages, and only a half hour drive from the town of Norwich and less than an hour from the city of Binghamton.. The campsite is perfect for groups or individuals willing to hike in a short distance to this secluded spot. There is a large relatively new Adirondack-style lean-to in great condition, perched on an heavily wooded overlook above Ludlow Creek. The hike in from the trailhead to the north is relatively short, and recommended for easy overnight access. The hike is longer coming in from the south. The campsite is maintained by local volunteer members of the Bull Thistle Hiking Club, http://www.bullthistlehiking.org/p/about-us.html, which is a member chapter of the Finger Lakes Trail Conference http://www.fingerlakestrail.org/ If camping here, be sure to pack in water and plan to pack out garbage and leave no trace. Detailed maps of this trail section can be found in the Finger Lakes Trail East Passport Guide, see map E07, p. 21 at http://www.fltconference.org/trail/files/3814/0154/4940/Passport_East_View.pdf, or visit the interactive trail map at https://fltconference.org/trails/P/TrailConditionMaps/Interactive/Seg_Cat.html?Vifw#"


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