Cabin rentals near Honeoye Falls place visitors in the Finger Lakes region of western New York, where elevations range from 600 to 2,000 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F and winter lows frequently dropping below freezing. Most cabin facilities operate from April through October, with limited winter availability primarily at Letchworth State Park where heated units accommodate cold-weather visitors.
What to do
Gorge hiking trails: At Letchworth State Park Campground, trails connect directly to campsites for immediate access to natural features. "The campsites are in two main areas of the park and further broken down into many different loops. The loops near the Lower Falls are our favorites, but any choice is a good one. All are close to the gorge/river and wooded, and connect to trails directly from your campsite," notes Harry H.
Swimming options: Unlike many state parks, Stony Brook State Park Campground offers a natural swimming area carved from the mountain. "My favorite part about this park has to be their natural pool. It's beautiful and so refreshing. Great hikes with bunches of little waterfalls and small pools for swimming," shares Olivia R.
Fishing spots: Several cabin locations provide fishing access, particularly at Ontario County Park. "Fishing pond, playground, open fields for sports, much more," explains Sarah C. The park also features "numerous pavilions that are wonderful for parties or weddings" and a "stunning overlook that is breathtaking."
What campers like
Seasonal events: Fall foliage viewing draws significant visitors to cabin sites throughout the region, especially at Letchworth State Park. "I love taking visitors here in all seasons but in autumn it is exceptional," shares Amber A., who recommends sites that are "wooded and pretty private with your standard basic amenities."
Wildlife viewing: Early morning and evening hours present opportunities to observe local fauna. "Deer, chipmunks and rabbits will say hi in the early and late hours," reports Dayne B. from his experiences at Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill.
Photography locations: The landscapes provide multiple photo opportunities, particularly at lookout points. "The canyon was incredible, and lots of look out spots. The roads, and trails, and lookout points are all well constructed, and flow well," notes Seth S. about Letchworth State Park, adding there are "a lot of informative boards, dedicated benches that provide a lot of interesting history and information."
What you should know
Terrain challenges: Many campgrounds in the region feature significant elevation changes. "The hill is a killer!" warns Marissa R. about Conesus Lake Campground, though she notes this "problem was solved by renting a golf cart!"
Site privacy: Privacy levels vary significantly between campgrounds. At Webster Park, Amanda M. appreciates that "camp sites are wooded and private. Very quiet and peaceful." Joseph W. concurs, noting "There was good separation between the campsites and the bathrooms and showers were clean."
Level sites: Some campgrounds require extra equipment for comfortable setup. "Make sure to bring plenty of leveling blocks as some sites are far from level," advises Jonathan G. regarding Ontario County Park.
Tips for camping with families
Children's activities: Webster Park offers family-oriented facilities with a centralized playground. "Nice central playground and bathroom/shower house. The campground is very quiet and very kid friendly to allow them to walk around and ride or scooter the loop alone," explains Scott C., who typically stays "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."
Clay crafting: Natural materials at Stony Brook provide unique creative opportunities. One visitor mentioned, "There is natural clay which my children used to make clay pots which air dried on the grass by our playground."
Cabin selection: For larger family gatherings, Ontario County Park cabins can accommodate group needs. "My boyfriends family rented out all the cabins for a weekend and it was great! We used the open area to set up volley ball and it was nice having the mini fridge," shares Leah W.
Tips from RVers
Power management: Canandaigua-Rochester KOA provides reliable hookups, but Frank M. notes, "The sites for large rigs are very close together but that is not surprising. Our site was clean and reasonably level but there was no shade at all. We were comfortable, though, after putting out the awning and setting up our portable gazebo."
Shade considerations: Tree cover varies by site and campground. At Webster Park, Greg S. recommends seeking specific locations: "We lucked out with a nice private site in the back. The sites here for the most part are lacking in privacy."
Accessibility: For RVers with mobility concerns, Canandaigua-Rochester KOA offers level, accessible options. "Our site was level and well equipped (waste water disposal attach site!)," notes Jody M. about Stay Bristol Woodlands.
