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Watkins Glen / Corning KOA accommodates pets at all camping sites including full hookup RV spots, tent areas, and rental cabins. Dogs must be leashed throughout the campground with waste stations positioned near walking paths. The campground features gravel site pads with grassy areas between them, providing space for pets to relax outside tents and RVs. Both standard and deluxe sites come with picnic tables and fire pits, allowing pet owners to keep their dogs nearby during meals and evening relaxation. Sites are relatively close together with short fences at the front and back that can make maneuvering with pets a bit tricky. The water at Ferenbaugh Campground can be brown and smelly, so campers with pets should bring extra water or reliable filtration.
Robert H. Treman State Park Campground allows pets at tent sites, RV areas, and cabins while offering hiking trails where leashed dogs can explore alongside owners. Park Station Campground provides spacious, private sites with plenty of shade trees and access to walking paths around a small lake. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the region have designated pet exercise areas away from swimming beaches and playground equipment. Newtown Battlefield State Park Campground maintains tidy, well-mowed sites with individual trash cans, making pet waste disposal convenient. Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite offers free dispersed camping where pets can enjoy more natural surroundings. During summer months, the gravel campsites at many locations can become hot on pet paws, so morning and evening walks are recommended. Local veterinary services can be found within 15-20 minutes of most campgrounds, with emergency care available in Elmira and Corning.
"Watkins Glen boasts one of New York’s most beautiful state parks! I last camped here in 2012 and absolutely loved hiking along the gorges. Also- the camping was next to perfect."
"I absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on."
from $20 - $58 / night
Check Availability"We were looking to spend a couple of nights near Watkins Glen to hit the wineries, waterfalls, and nearby museums around the finger lakes of New York and this park seemed to be in a good location for us"
"The weather was great, so we had a great view of the forest around us & the sky was amazing! KOA does a great job of keeping everything organised & clean.
It was nice & quiet. "
"Sandy beach, man-made lake with enough space to swim, and boating to explore. Nice trail around the lake to walk or bike with a little difficulty."
"Convenient location to explore the Finger Lakes. 30-40 minutes from Watkins Glen, Ithaca and Corning."
"Near the entrance is the Pull Through Area. Behind a row of trees there are several sites with full hookups including cable TV and Wi-Fi. The sites are open, reasonably level, and a good size."
"Near many attractions close to Watkins Glen. Clean and the staff was a pleasure to deal with"
"We stayed here during an anniversary trip to the Finger Lakes. Easy proximity to Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Nice wooded area kept us far enough away from other campers. Great location!"
"Will be returning, I found a lovely spot tucked into a back corner and has the most relaxing weekend."
"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."
"A waterfall cascades through a gorge here, ending in a beautiful pool for swimming at the base of the falls, with a trout stream flowing out of it towards nearby Cayuga Lake. "
from $20 - $128 / night
Check Availability"Short trail with lots of steps to a lovely waterfall in a typical Finger Lakes kind of gorge. Camp sites wooded and short walk from good views."
"Great place for young families sure to the playground, short hike to the falls, bathrooms, pavilions, and very close to Seneca Lake and the Finger Lakes Trail and the Catherine Valley Trail."
"Pretty self serve, rangers drive through often but never seems to be anyone at the check-in. You can reserve a site or a cabin, or you can show up after three and see what is open."
from $21 - $81 / night
Check Availability"Buttermilk Falls State Park is a great state park in central New York. The scenery is what makes this park stand out."
"Short drive out of Ithaca proper near one of the Finger Lakes. Medium to easy trails (the ones near the gorges are steep but with nice rock steps)."
from $21 - $66 / night
Check Availability"I happened upon this campground by following the blue tent sign on the highway. No frills but very comfy and nice views. Don’t forget to look for the Peace sign."
TravelerWonderful location and marvelous hosts. We were welcomed with chocolate chip cookies as we checked in. Bathrooms were beautiful and clean. Two wineries we could walk to and dozens more nearby. Our site was spacious and the dog park gave our pups plenty of time off leash. We definitely plan on returning.
RangerThe park itself is pretty small but it’s in a really cute area with a lot of outdoor recreational activities. Lovely but simple views all around and rolling green hills in the distance. Campground is well-kept and relatively modern but not particularly memorable. Nice little stopover on a road trip. Lots of day use activity. Dog park is kind of annoying with all the barking and owners shouting futile commands, try to camp away from it. Ditto for train noise, stay by the river. It does what it does well, so five stars!
GuidePinecreek 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.
RangerWatkins Glen boasts one of New York’s most beautiful state parks! I last camped here in 2012 and absolutely loved hiking along the gorges. Also- the camping was next to perfect. Sites are decently sized and well secluded from one another.
in addition, the park is so well situated within the Finger Lakes and all the various wine trails! Made for a perfect girls weekend! Definitely recommend!
GuideIt is a very nice open area to camp in. It is a first come first serve campground. The dog park is a great addition to the park. There is always something going on. Also allows for an easy place right off Route I-86 to rest while driving across MY. Some of the best river access there is to paddle through a great small town.
GuideI absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on. It's located in Upstate New York, so it's close enough to the city but you feel like you are far away from the city. The campsites are great, clean and well kept. This park does get pretty busy though, because it is open to campers and people who just want to visit for the day to walk the trails. I love that they have trails that lead very close to the waterfalls..lots of rim trails that literally overlook the waterfalls and gorges. In the campground they do offer a pool, which again, does get busy because it's open to everyone regardless if you are camping or not. There also is tours you can take in the summer that will take you along the waterfalls and gorge, they have a playground for kids and an area with picnic tables. I went mid July and it was extremely busy, not sure when a good time to go during the summer when it's not as busy. That was the only downside I would say, is how crowded it was. There is also Seneca Lake nearby that many people go to fish in, however I didn't go on this trip but plan to next time. There are restrooms on site, however I didn't think they were that clean. Toilet paper and seat covers were out in most stalls, so I would advise to bring your own when you go. There is also some gift shops and food stands set up...one food stand has some pretty good hot dogs! The hikes to the gorge and waterfalls is pretty well maintained, however there are quite a bit of stairs. There were some people with kids in strollers that had to turn around because the stairs made it difficult. Not handicap friendly. I would advise to wear a good pair of walking shoes, and not sandals because it is slippery in some spots and again, a lot of stairs! I would highly recommend coming here, even if you don't decide to stay the night!
LegendJust off US 15 at the New York border. All roads and parking pads are paved. The sites are closer together than most other COE parks where we’ve stayed. We stayed in the Bench Loop which is very busy since it is waterfront. Our first week, we were on site 54 (W/E 50A) and waterfront. Our second week, we stayed on site 44 (FHU 50A) right across from the seldom used playground. Quite wooded here but we managed to get satellite TV. No Verizon phone service and very slow internet with a booster. This area is pretty with rolling hills all around so we enjoyed a couple of scenic drives. About an hour away is the Pine Creek Rail Trail in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
LegendJake here from the Dyrt! Harpy hollow not only has a great location in northern New York but is veteran owned and operated and ready to host more campers. Check them out and leave a review on the Dyrt when you stay!
GuideDefinitely one of the top places to camp and visit in New York, Watkins Glen State Park never disappoints. Each time I come back, I find something new to discover and have a great time doing that. Pair awesome trails and camping space with world class wineries up the lake, you cannot go wrong.
Camping near Horseheads, New York offers a mix of woodland and lake environments throughout the Finger Lakes region, where elevations range from 800-1,300 feet above sea level. Most campgrounds in the area sit on ancient glacial terrain with hemlock forests, providing shade during summer months when temperatures average 75-85°F. Camping options span from free dispersed sites to full-service parks with RV hookups, with peak season running May through October.
Hike the gorge trails: At Watkins Glen State Park Campground, trails accommodate various skill levels with the 1.5-mile Gorge Trail being most accessible. "Watkins Glen was absolutely beautiful. The sites are quite wooded with plenty of space in between. The gorge trail is a MUST," notes Laura L. The park features 19 waterfalls along stone-walled paths.
Swimming opportunities: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground offers a natural swimming area beneath waterfalls during summer months. "Great water for older kids that can swim. Lots of hiking trails that were along the gorge with water scenic views," shares Kelly J. The swimming area typically opens in late June and closes in early September.
Wildlife viewing: Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite provides elevated viewing platforms for bird watching and forest observation. "Nice wooded area kept us far enough away from other campers," reports Brittany S. The fire tower itself offers panoramic views of surrounding forests and distant lake views when climbed.
Private wooded sites: Park Station Campground receives praise for its spacious sites and natural setting. "Beautiful beaches - great family fun," mentions Jennifer C. The campground surrounds a small lake with sites set back among trees, providing natural barriers between camping areas.
Clean facilities: Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground maintains well-kept washroom facilities. "The bathroom/showers were well cared for," notes a visitor to nearby Newtown Battlefield State Park. Most campgrounds in the region offer shower facilities that close by 10pm and reopen at 7am.
Proximity to wineries: Watkins Glen / Corning KOA provides a central location for exploring regional vineyards. "This campground has everything you need for a safe fun camping experience. Nearby wineries and many wine drinkers camp here along with enjoying beautiful finger Lakes," explains Rob M. Seneca Lake Wine Trail runs directly through the area with over 30 wineries within 20 miles.
Water quality concerns: Ferenbaugh Campground has reported water issues that campers should prepare for. "I actually bought a dual stage water filter and change it every two weeks," says Gary V., who noted the "water is very smelly and brown." Campers should bring extra water or reliable filtration systems.
Site terrain varies: Havana Glen offers sites that accommodate both tents and small RVs, but terrain can be challenging. "This camp ground has a beautiful waterfall you can hike up to and swim in, also the sites are nice and have everything you'd need," reports Sara M. Many sites throughout the region have gravel pads that can be difficult for tent stakes.
Seasonal restrictions: During off-peak months (October-April), several campgrounds operate with limited services. "Stopped in to 'ride out a rain storm.' After surviving the night, we discovered all the amenities," shares Kevin C. about Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite, noting that weekdays had "no more than 7 or 8 campsites occupied each night."
Playground options: Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground offers play areas in addition to natural attractions. "There are a lot of amenities on the actual campgrounds such as fields for playing games or taking a stroll but there are also gorges and waterfalls you can hike to!" reports Carrie J. Many family-focused campgrounds offer organized weekend activities during summer.
Swimming safety: Park Station Campground maintains dedicated swimming areas with seasonal lifeguards. "There is a nice small beach area with sand for the kids. Water is very shallow however, so not the best place for swimming for older kids," advises Jessica G. Most designated swimming areas have safety equipment and depth markers.
Educational opportunities: Watkins Glen State Park Campground offers junior ranger programs during summer weekends. "I stay here usually once or twice a year and spend my weekends hiking the various gorge trails nearby. This is definitely a large family area," shares Deb S. Several campgrounds provide nature identification guides at registration desks.
Site accessibility: Newtown Battlefield State Park Campground offers level sites appropriate for various RV sizes. "Camp sites are tidy and well mowed, a trash can at each site, nice combo grill/fire ring," reports a visitor. The campground entrance road has a moderate grade that larger rigs should approach carefully.
Hookup options: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground provides electrical hookups but limited sewer connections. "Electric sites are not the best though. Rocky and unlevel. Not made for large campers," warns Victoria. Many campgrounds in the region offer shared water hookups between sites with electrical service limited to 30-amp.
Pet friendly considerations: Pet friendly camping near Horseheads, New York includes specific restrictions at some facilities. "Dogs are allowed but they are not allowed on the gorge trail. I'm ok with this I just wish I had known before we got there," mentions Lindsay C. about Watkins Glen State Park. Most campgrounds limit dogs to two per site and require vaccination records at check-in.
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