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Best Campgrounds near Killawog, NY

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Campgrounds near Killawog, New York range from established state parks to more rustic dispersed camping areas. Chenango Valley State Park Campground, about 15 miles southwest of Killawog, provides tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations with electric hookups and showers. Long Pond Campground offers a more primitive dispersed camping experience with tent and RV sites scattered along the shoreline. The area includes several county parks like Greenwood County Park and Cook Park that provide more affordable alternatives to state parks while still offering basic amenities for tent and RV camping.

Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from May through October, with limited winter camping options. Chenango Valley and Bowman Lake State Parks typically open mid-May and close early October. Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend camping during summer months when sites fill quickly. Sites at Long Pond Campground provide a more secluded experience but have limited facilities. "Campsites are level and long enough for a very small trailer. The trees are so thick we could not feed our solar panel. Site has no water, no garbage service and no phone signal," noted one camper about Long Pond Campground.

Water access remains a highlight for many camping areas around Killawog. Greenwood County Park features a lake with swimming, boating, and fishing opportunities that receive consistently positive reviews. According to visitor feedback, "This is a beautiful and quiet campground - a hidden gem in Broome County! There are boats available for rent, a waterfront swimming area, great fishing, and lots of trails to hike!" Campers at Long Pond appreciate the fishing opportunities and scenic waterfront sites, though some reviewers mention concerns about garbage and vandalism at more accessible locations. Cook Park offers a unique hike-in lean-to option for those seeking more solitude, with small lake access for fishing and paddling but no swimming. The proximity to outdoor recreation while still being within driving distance of amenities in nearby towns makes the Killawog area appealing for weekend getaways.

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Best Camping Sites Near Killawog, New York (133)

    1. Chenango Valley State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Chenango Forks, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 648-5251

    $17 - $123 / night

    "This is a beautiful park, the hiking is great with varied trails, nice changes in elevation due to the glacial geology of the landscape, and scenic vistas overlooking 2 beautiful lakes."

    "The only downfall is that there really isn't much else to do around the area."

    2. Greenwood County Park

    5 Reviews
    Berkshire, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 778-2193

    $30 / night

    "Typical New York weather. Overall, the park is more than I expected for a county park."

    "The lake is pretty, the beach and picnic area is well kept, the campground is like a high quality state park—bravo to the Broome County Parks Department!"

    3. Long Pond Campground

    4 Reviews
    Georgetown, NY
    9 miles

    "Aside from that this was a short drive in and I was able to score a spot right on the pond next to a dock."

    "While this is next to the road, it is also within 40 yards of the only potta potty in the park.

    About 100 yards away was the public fishing dock and another camp site."

    4. Country Hills Campground

    1 Review
    Marathon, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 849-3300

    $34 - $39 / night

    "Nice area, beautiful small lake … great place to stay"

    5. Bowman Lake State Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Oxford, NY
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 334-2718

    $17 - $65 / night

    "There was a potable water spigot a few sites over and a bathroom with showers a short walk away.

    This is a great spot for tent camping, so if that’s your vibe this place is perfect."

    "We had never been to site before so when we booked, we thought we were next to a bathroom. Turns out you had to walk through woods to get there in the mud."

    6. Upper Lisle Park

    1 Review
    Killawog, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 692-4612

    7. Robert H. Treman State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Ithaca, NY
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 273-3440

    $20 - $128 / night

    "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."

    "The exception to this is cabin 14 which is a double cabin and is located near the playground and surrounded by standard electric camping sites."

    8. Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Ithaca, NY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 273-5761

    $17 - $66 / night

    "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)."

    9. Chenango County Cook Park

    4 Reviews
    Chenango Forks, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 656-8752

    "This is a small county park and campground located east of Greene NY. It gets a lot if day use for fishing, hiking and picnicking. There is also a wooded campground, mostly RV’s and some tents."

    "It has a small lake that is great for fishing and kayaks but swimming is not allowed. Some sites may be a challenge for the largest of rigs. Has a small play area for kids."

    10. Round Top Retreat

    2 Reviews
    Harford, NY
    13 miles
    Website

    $85 / night

    "we just returned to philly after a long weekend here. this was our 6th consecutive summer visiting here. very secluded. we let the kids and dogs run pretty much wherever without worry. and close to ithaca"

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  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Nice campground in a gorgeous state park.

    Nice pretty campground, only electric hookup for the RV sites, tho. The showers were cool, no hot water. Close to some gorgeous hiking tho! And town is about a mile away with shops, restaurants and on the edge of one of the Finger Lakes to make it beautiful!

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Green Lakes State Park Campground

    Good camp sites

    The sites are good, level, and the campsite is pretty but as clean as the bathrooms are, the showers still suck. I’ll never understand why parks use the misting shower heads. Maybe TMI, but sorry ladies, you’ll never get the soap out of your bits. It’s best to use the ADA bathrooms because those shower heads are normal and have wands. I can’t say much about the amenities since we camped in the off season (really bummed not to rent a boat), but the trails around the lake are great! Beautiful water and various difficulties on the trails make it pretty fun to explore. Overall a good stay but took a star away for the showers and the landscapers. They spent at least 5-6 hours the Monday we were here mowing around our campsite, coming within inches of our power and Starlink cords. Really annoyed by that and when we called the park office, they said they’d take care of it but we still endured 4 more hours of multiple mowers going over the same areas multiple times. Honestly think they were messing with us at that point…

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Robert H. Treman State Park Campground

    Good location

    Location: This park is close to Ithaca which was the best part. Trails and Natural Features: We loved the waterfall, swimming area (seasonal so closed when we stayed), and the fall colors. Sites: They have very few electric sites so we decided to boondock. It surprised me that all the full hookup sites were reserved but very people actually showed up for their reservations while we stayed. Lame. And heads up that if you don’t stay in the big clearing for big rigs, there are tight turns between trees to get in and out of the non-electric sites. We ended up making a back-in site into a pull-through site… whoops. Starlink: I work remotely so internet is important. We weren’t camping in the clearing because those sites were booked, but even the Starlink struggled where we were and I ended up working from the library in town. So heads up if you need internet. Bathrooms: They were spacious but older. Temperature in the showers was tricky. Hot is cold and cold it hot. Cool stuff: They had compost bins and provide bags for all campers. That’s cool!

  • c
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Salt Springs State Park Campground

    Worked for me

    I stayed in late September in one of the drive in spots. There were no other campers bc of the season- and it’s mid week. I love this park and it’s close to my house so I just wanted to crash there and wake up early to hike. It was quiet all night. The bathrooms are very far from tne sites and it was visible where some people had relieved themselves in the bushes. There is no potable water anywhere so bring some. I enjoyed it but during the on season or busy times tnere is zero privacy between sites other than sites 13 and 14. Def wouldn’t stay here during summer for that reason.

  • Bare Soul W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    South Slope Trail Head Dispersed Camp

    Relaxing

    There is one campsite near trail. There was more traffic than I expected. Also there is no cell service. No real tires

  • Mindie C.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Pinecreek Campground

    Overnight stay

    The campground is cute and quiet. Staff is friendly and helpful. My only complaint is the condition of the roads. They are in dire need of grading and new gravel. Be careful!

  • Lynsey M.
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Salt Springs State Park Campground

    Adventures!

    3 couples all ventured to Salt Springs and split the largest cabin for a few days. We electricity from a few outlets in the cabin if needed. Let me tell you that we spent very little time inside. We enjoyed the trials, waterfalls, and firepit cooked meals outside! Hemlock Grove, Penny Rock, and the saltspring kept us entertained! We cooled off under a waterfall :) I'm looking forward to visiting again! Bring some hotdogs/burgers for a yummy meal after a good day in PA!

  • Casey L.
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Busy campground

    Sites are level, some are more spaced apart than others but none seemed crowded as they seemed to all have trees between. Main complaint was most people speed way too fast through the campground. There was poison Ivy around the edges of our site and on the path to the bathroom. Bathroom was fairly modern and clean. It was nice to be able to access the gorge right from the campground.

  • MacKenzi G.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Yellow Lantern Kampground

    Would stay again

    Me and my husband stayed here to visit a local friend and it wasn’t bad it was very private and quiet. The property was well maintained and the owners were very friendly as well. We would definitely come back here in the future.

Guide to Killawog

Camping near Killawog, New York, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakes to hiking trails, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the numerous trails available. Campers at Chenango Valley State Park Campground rave about the "tons of biking and hike trails" that make it a great spot for families.
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip at the beach area. One visitor mentioned that the "beach swim area is like a resort," highlighting the fun for families at Chenango Valley State Park Campground.
  • Fishing and Kayaking: Many campgrounds, like Oquaga Creek State Park Campground, offer great spots for fishing and kayaking, making it a perfect day out on the water.

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Robert H. Treman State Park Campground, with one reviewer noting, "the sites were a nice size" and provided a sense of privacy.
  • Clean Facilities: Many visitors mention the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A camper at Fillmore Glen State Park Campground said, "clean bathrooms great free showers" made their stay enjoyable.
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground are noted for their family-friendly vibe, with one reviewer stating, "great camping if you love hiking, trail running or waterfalls."

What you should know:

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Campsite: Look for sites that are spacious and away from busy roads. A family at Robert H. Treman State Park Campground enjoyed the "beautiful old trees throughout" that provided a nice setting for kids to play.
  • Plan for Activities: Bring bikes and outdoor games to keep kids entertained. One camper at Fillmore Glen State Park Campground mentioned the "great facilities" and "new playground" that made their stay enjoyable for the whole family.
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having food and drinks handy can save trips to the store. A visitor at Hickories Park Campground appreciated the "easy access to fishing and grocery shopping."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Taughannock Falls State Park Campground mentioned that some sites were "on top of one another," which could be a concern for larger rigs.
  • Be Prepared for Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have full amenities. A camper at Bowman Lake State Park Campground noted that the park felt "abandoned" and had fallen trees across sites.
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A visitor at Pinecreek Campground found the park beautiful but noted that it could use more activities and amenities.

Camping near Killawog, New York, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great destination for families and outdoor lovers alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Killawog, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Killawog, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 133 campgrounds and RV parks near Killawog, NY and 14 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Killawog, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Killawog, NY is Chenango Valley State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Killawog, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 free dispersed camping spots near Killawog, NY.

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