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    Evangola State Park Campground permits pets throughout its three camping loops, with sites featuring reliable electricity and picnic tables. Dogs must stay leashed on the campground's paved roads, though they aren't allowed on the sandy beach area. Lake Erie State Park Campground and Sheridan Bay Park similarly welcome pets while providing electric hookups and water access. Many campers appreciate the walking paths around Evangola where dogs can exercise, with the large disc golf course providing additional space for leashed pets. Tent sites at most area campgrounds include designated spots for pet waste disposal, though several reviews note the tent areas at Evangola can become muddy after rain, potentially challenging for campers with dogs.

    Streamside Eriegrove offers a more rustic pet-friendly camping experience with fire rings and picnic tables but limited amenities. The campground receives high ratings from pet owners for its peaceful setting. East Otto State Forest provides free dispersed camping where pets are welcome, with ample space for dogs to explore on leash. For those seeking more amenities, HTR Niagara Campground accepts pets at its tent sites, RV spots, cabins, yurts, and glamping accommodations while providing full hookups. The Grand Island KOA Holiday similarly offers pet-friendly options across multiple accommodation types. Most campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccination for pets, with New York State parks strictly enforcing this policy, as noted in visitor experiences at Evangola.

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      1. Evangola State Park Campground

      3.6(17)2mi from Irving84 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. Lake Erie State Park Campground

      4.4(22)19mi from Irving107 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 $17 - $88 / night

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      3. East Otto State Forest

      4.4(11)19mi from IrvingRVs, 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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      4. Sheridan Bay Park

      3.0(3)8mi from IrvingRVs

      "Quiet  peaceful lake erie campground. Great, family oriented season campers made us feel welcome."

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      5. Streamside Eriegrove

      5.0(1)7mi from IrvingTents

      from $80 - $100 / night

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      6. HTR Niagara Campground

      4.8(36)32mi from IrvingRVs, 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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      7. Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

      4.2(25)33mi from IrvingRVs, 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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      8. Sprague Brook Park

      4.4(7)24mi from IrvingRVs, 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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      9. Gander RV of Buffalo

      5.0(1)18mi from IrvingRVs
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      10. Westfield-Lake Erie KOA

      4.2(12)28mi from IrvingRVs, Tents

      "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."

      "There is also a dog “park”/fenced area."

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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.

    • 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.

    • 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!

    • Bill G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 26, 2020

      Willow Bay Recreation Area

      Quiet nights, Easy days

      Willow bay campground is run by the National Forest Service. The reservable lots are wide and numerous for a out of the way sight. The campground services tent sites, RV sites as well as small cabins with electricity. There is a central bathhouse near the oak loop. Closer to the boat ramp sites- most of which are tent ready, there are vault toilets. These sites are less than a mile from the North Country Trail. Other, smaller trails are here as well. The New York State lone is less than five miles away- providing access to Allegheny State Park. The closest town of note is Bradford, which is about 18 miles away. It has all you need to get your necessities. The cabins were small- one twin bed and a set of single bunks. You need to bring your own sheets. There is a small heater imbedded in the wall. It keeps things from getting too cold, as it was when I was there. Fire ring and picnic table provided. Charcoal grill as well. The only problem I had was with the wildlife. A mouse or something kep crawling in the space between the roof and ceiling. There is no cel service here, and you shouldn’t need it either. Places to visit are too numerous to mention, but I will give a shout out to the zippo case museum, absolutely a must.

    • Dan H.
      Sep. 7, 2021

      Cherry Hill Campground

      Great camping sites, Hammock Camping Available, Incredible Amenities

      Things I enjoyed about Cherry Hill Campground: 

      The owners are awesome, approachable, and helpful. 

      Many sites are separated by hedges, are drive-in sites yet still close to water, restrooms, and shower even a microwave. 

      There are nature yoga classes and they bring bands in to perform. It is right across from Darian Lake Six Flags theme park. And dogs are welcome without a pet fee.

      The only thing I didn't enjoy was a neighbor across the hedge who felt a need to play his music loud and continual, (we were so lucky the music was agreeable to our tastes). Music is supposed to stop at midnight. Call the office and the neighbors turn off the music until starting up again at 2:30 am.

      The price we pay for hyper convenience in camping and of course, it is a dice roll and probably not a problem during the week.

    Guide to Irving

    Irving's lakeside campgrounds sit at approximately 700 feet elevation along Lake Erie's eastern shore, experiencing mild summers and cold winters with lake-effect snow accumulations. The area features several state parks and private campgrounds within a 25-mile radius, most open from April through October when temperatures range from 50-85°F.

    What to do

    Beach activities at Lake Erie State Park: This campground offers direct lake access with rocky beaches where campers can fish, observe wildlife, or watch sunsets. "The lake was nice, but wear water shoes, as the rocks stick up and are sharp in spots," notes Trina W. from Evangola State Park Campground.

    Hiking on forest trails: East Otto State Forest provides free dispersed camping with multiple walking paths through woodland terrain. "There is nice trails through the woods and nice camping spots with nice views of sunsets and the water," shares Adam R. about nearby state parks.

    Disc golf courses: Several parks in the area maintain disc golf courses for recreational play. Sites at Evangola feature "good swimming, clean bathrooms, easy access off 90," according to Joseph N., making it convenient to combine water activities with land recreation.

    Kayaking on local waterways: Sheridan Bay Park provides access points for launching kayaks. "Sheridan Bay Park is a great place if you are wanting to kayak or do any type of water activities. There is a beautiful lake, but it does get pretty busy in the summertime," advises Sue T.

    Wine tours and tastings: Many campgrounds are located near the Lake Erie Wine Trail. "Wine trail (Enjoyed Johnson's)" is mentioned by Shannon C. as a recommended activity when staying at Westfield-Lake Erie KOA.

    What campers like

    Clean facilities: Modern bathhouses receive consistent praise at several campgrounds. "The bathrooms and showers here are by far the cleanest and best we have seen yet at any campground. Individual locking shower rooms large enough for the whole family if needed, complete with nicely tiled shower, sink, toilet, outlets, even a baby changing table," writes Cyndi B. about Westfield-Lake Erie KOA.

    Lake views and sounds: Many campers appreciate the proximity to Lake Erie. "It was very cool that you could hear the waves at night," shares Sara S. about her experience at Evangola State Park. Lake Erie State Park Campground offers "beautiful views of lake Erie and sitting areas to sit on the lake or pathways to stroll along the lake."

    Wildlife watching opportunities: Campsites at many locations provide opportunities to observe local fauna. "We saw lots of wildlife (black squirrels, rabbits and birds)," notes Donna A. at Lake Erie State Park Campground.

    Family-friendly amenities: HTR Niagara Campground has "every amenity you could need and the grounds are pristine. Our favorites were the 3 pools and brand new playground," according to L W., making it popular for families with children of all ages.

    What you should know

    Site spacing varies significantly: Some campgrounds offer more privacy than others. "Our site wasn't crowded and the electricity was reliable," notes Kim D. at Evangola, while at other sites "there was no privacy. Every site is just open to all the rest."

    Weather considerations: The tent areas can become muddy after rain, particularly in low-lying campgrounds. "Maybe non rainy season is better for this site, my boots became very muddy," advises Lizzy K. about East Otto State Forest.

    Reservation requirements: Most established campgrounds require advance booking, especially during peak season. "Tip: you can book a solo night day of online. Otherwise it's two night minimum. There were plenty of spots available when I stayed on a Wednesday night," shares Layla P. about Lake Erie State Park.

    Road noise at some locations: Campgrounds near major highways may experience traffic sounds. "I-90 abuts the back of the property so you can hear semi trucks all night long, and there also seemed to be freight trains going through nearby with some regularity," cautions a reviewer about Westfield-Lake Erie KOA.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas for children. "Sprague Brook is a beautiful State Park. Not many sites, limited sites with electric, and sporadic water spikes. Great place for the kids, playgrounds, hiking and the beautiful creek," recommends Erica L. about Sprague Brook Park.

    Swimming options: Look for campgrounds with beach access or pools. "We stayed here two nights and traveled around the area. It was located near the things we wanted so we wouldn't have normally stopped, but glad we did both nights as the sunset was for sure worth it," shares Scott M. about Lake Erie State Park.

    Safety considerations: Some campgrounds offer more contained environments for children. "The lower loop you can see small children ride around the loop and watch them gain their independence but still have a eye one them friendly atmosphere of all the campers," notes James K. about Sprague Brook Park.

    Pet-friendly activities: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Irving provide designated areas for pets. "There is a dog 'park'/fenced area," notes Greg D. about facilities at Westfield-Lake Erie KOA, allowing families with pets to exercise their dogs safely.

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup availability: Electric service varies between campgrounds and loops. "One has 30 amp power, one has 50 amp power (with a 30 amp outlet on the same pedestal) and the third loop is for tent camping. There are several places to get water in the camp, so be sure to fill up your tanks before you park," advises Kim D. about Evangola State Park.

    Extension cord needs: Longer RVs may require additional equipment. "We have a very long travel trailer (37.5 feet). I recommend having an extension power cord handy just in case if you are this long," suggests Ryan L. from Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday.

    Dump station access: Most established campgrounds provide dump stations for RV waste disposal. "There is a dump station. None of the sites are full hook up," explains a reviewer about facilities at Evangola State Park Campground.

    Site dimensions: Be aware of campsite sizes when booking with large rigs. "The campground was easy to maneuver our large 5th wheel around. There were full hook ups on our site," reports Glynnis A. about HTR Niagara Campground.

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