Glamping options near Fairport, New York sit within the western Finger Lakes region, where elevations range from 400 to 2,000 feet. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from April through October, with July and August temperatures averaging 70-85°F during the day. Winter camping is limited, with most facilities closing after Columbus Day weekend due to freezing temperatures and occasional lake effect snow.
What to do
Lakefront activities at Lake Bluff: Lake Bluff RV Park provides access to Lake Ontario shoreline with a beach area for swimming and fishing. "Had a large, private plot in drumlin loop. Close to the beach which was very pretty and clean. Hiking trails, kayaking, and lots of other fun activities," notes one visitor at Lake Bluff RV Park.
Hiking through river gorges: The Genesee River gorge at Letchworth State Park offers multiple trail options with three major waterfalls. "Wandering around the gorge is so beautiful and relaxing the views and sights inside the park are amazing, it's almost like another world at times," shares a camper at Letchworth State Park Campground.
Military history exploration: Tour the Naval Museum at Sampson State Park, which served as a Naval training base during WWII. "It has a Naval museum with many authentic items from that era. Very shady and ample bathroom, shower, and water facilities," reports a visitor about the historical aspects of glamping close to Fairport.
Creek fishing: Cheerful Valley Campground offers access to creek fishing without needing a boat. "The creek is wonderful to fish in and sit by. There are things for kids to do and they have planned activities," notes a camper about this option for glamping near Fairport, New York.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Webster Park receives praise for its secluded camping areas. "This was our first trip here. It was nothing short of perfect. Staff was super helpful and friendly. Camp sites are wooded and private. Very quiet and peaceful," shares a visitor at Webster Park.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain high cleanliness standards. "The bathrooms are very clean and the women working the desk could not have been more helpful," notes a camper at Canandaigua-Rochester KOA.
Spacious campsites: Ontario County Park offers roomy sites for all types of camping. "Great secluded tent camping (recommend numbers 7 and 8), cabins are new and ample beds and space," mentions a reviewer about Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill.
Lake views: Sampson State Park provides sites with views of Seneca Lake. "Loop 5 has beautiful views of the lake. Great little beach and swimming area; water was very clean," reports a camper about the premium glamping experiences near Fairport.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Some campgrounds have poor connectivity. "Cell phone coverage is poor by Verizon and T-Mobile, and there is no WiFi, and no camp store (but the town of Webster is nearby)," mentions a visitor to Webster Park.
Seasonal crowding: Weekend availability can be limited at popular campgrounds. "Most of the sites are for seasonal guests so it can be difficult to get a reservation," warns a camper about Junius Ponds Cabins and Campgrounds.
Shared utilities: Expect shared electrical hookups at some parks. "Electric service boxes are shared in-between sites. This could pose an issue if your power cord is not long enough," notes a camper at Sampson State Park Campground.
Spring weather challenges: Early season camping can encounter wet conditions. "The spring can be tricky with the rain, some sites can get messy," warns a visitor about Cheerful Valley.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and recreation areas: Many campgrounds feature kid-friendly amenities. "The campground has so much to do between swimming, golf, bike and paddle boat rentals. There's Ziplines with treetop walk and a bounce. And even a play area for your dogs," reports a visitor at Canandaigua-Rochester KOA.
Fish-friendly ponds: Look for stocked fishing ponds where success is more likely. "It is close to the finger lakes, is clean, has kid activities and a pond where the fish are easy to catch with hotdogs!" shares a camper about KOA options.
Loop-friendly biking: Choose campgrounds with paved loops. "We go to Webster Park family campground several times a year. It is a smaller single loop campground with sites for tents/small trailers, larger trailers, and motor homes. Nice central playground and bathroom/shower house," notes a family camper at Webster Park.
Off-season visits: For a quieter experience with kids, avoid peak summer weekends. "We stay close to the playground these days in our pop up usually at site 5 so our 5 and 9 year old can walk or ride to campground. The campground is very quiet and very kid friendly to allow them to walk around and ride or scooter the loop alone," suggests a regular visitor.
Tips from RVers
Hose length requirements: Bring extra-long water hoses at certain parks. "You need a long hose for fresh water in the RV. No sewer sites," advises an RVer at Webster Park.
Site leveling challenges: Pack plenty of leveling blocks. "Only downside is that the RV sites don't have much shade but the tent sites do. Also make sure to bring plenty of leveling blocks as some sites are far from level," recommends a camper at Ontario County Park.
Water fill station planning: Be prepared for wait times. "There is only source for water fill up. This could end up being a very very long wait if you arrive at the same time as other campers," warns an RVer about Sampson State Park.
Pull-through availability: Look for campgrounds with easy-access sites. "We were in a long pull through near the front of the campground and it had a large grassy section to the side. There was a little road noise cause it's not far from the highway, but it didn't bother us," notes an RVer at Junius Ponds Cabins and Campgrounds.
