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Long Pond Campground provides a dispersed camping option for pet owners near Killawog, with basic amenities including toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. The campground allows pets throughout the property with standard leash requirements. Several established campgrounds in the area offer more extensive facilities for campers with dogs, including Chenango Valley State Park Campground which features cabin accommodations alongside traditional tent and RV sites. Campgrounds in the region typically require vaccination records and limit pets to designated areas. Pine Creek Campground maintains breed restrictions that campers should verify before booking a reservation.
Hiking trails throughout the Finger Lakes region provide excellent opportunities for dog exercise, though pets are prohibited on certain gorge trails at Watkins Glen and other state parks. The dog park at Country Hills Campground gives pets plenty of off-leash time, while Finger Lakes RV Resort welcomes campers with chocolate chip cookies at check-in and provides a dedicated dog play area. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours to minimize barking disturbances. Summer temperatures in the region can reach uncomfortable levels for pets, so campers should ensure adequate shade and water access. Wildlife encounters are possible in more remote camping areas, requiring proper leash control and food storage to prevent unwanted animal interactions.
"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."
"Allow dogs."
from $17 - $123 / night
Check Availability"Typical New York weather. Overall, the park is more than I expected for a county park."
"Dogs allowed, nice sites"
from $30 / night
Check Availability"All the roads are gravel, so it might get a little muddy after a big rain but I had no issue with a low clearance car driving around to explore the sites available."
"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."
"This is a small family pet friendly campground. There is a pond that you can kayak and c&r fishing, just no swimming, there is snapping turtles!"
from $34 - $39 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $35 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $17 - $65 / night
Check Availability"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"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 $17 - $66 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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
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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!
TravelerThis was the sweetest campground around!! They deliver fire wood right to your site along with anything else you need. Free delivery of amazing pizza on Friday nights(delivered by a 1969 pink beetle!!). There is a giant river, a dog park and the camp ground is close to town, but far enough away so that you still feel like your camping! Amazing bathroom/shower facilities and a clean swimming pool:)
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.
LegendJake from the Dyrt here! Nature Lover's Paradise is new to the Dyrt and they have an awesome spot to share with access to a vast network of trails in upstate New York. Check them out and make sure to share some pics of your adventure!
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!
TravelerA bit off the beaten path for a KOA, but nearly sold out in early October nonetheless. Sites range from typical large rig to dispersed tents next to a creek. The tent sites with electric like the one we took used 240v 50A plugs, so we had to borrow a converter plug form the office for our 120v equipment. Only one bath house and it’s a bit dated. Very pet friendly including a dog play pen. Pool looked nice and was still open in early October.
Long Pond Campground offers six designated tent sites set along the shore of a 44-acre pond in Chenango County, approximately 12 miles west of Greene, New York. The rustic camping area sits at an elevation of 1,560 feet and features gravel parking pads with nearby fire rings and picnic tables. Each site provides a balance of woodland shade and water views, with sites spaced approximately 40-100 yards apart along the shoreline.
Fishing from accessible piers: Long Pond maintains a handicapped-accessible fishing pier near campsite 1 and additional shoreline access points throughout the property. "The pond is quite large compared to other area ponds, and there are three accesses for fishing: a regular boat launch with parking lot and dock, a carry-in kayak access near campsite 6, and a handicapped accessible fishing pier near campsite 1," notes one visitor.
Kayaking on calm waters: Chenango Valley State Park Campground offers a prime location for beginners to practice paddling skills. "There's a perfect lake for kayaking for beginner or seasoned, as well as great hiking and mountain biking trails. Keep your eye peeled for the resident bald eagle," reports a regular visitor who has camped there multiple times.
Hiking nearby forest trails: Several state forests surrounding Killawog contain unmarked but navigable paths. "The small lake that is central to the park has nicely mowed shoreline paths around it, and the hiking trails in the woods are not brushy, but you still should be on the lookout for ticks," advises a camper who stayed at Chenango County Cook Park.
Clean swimming facilities: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground offers a natural swimming area with lifeguards during summer months. "The beach area is well staffed and clean. Changing areas are available as well as a splash pad for the little kids. There are miles of trails to hike and roads to bike," reports one visitor.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The forested sites around Killawog provide ample chances to observe native species. "We had four deer that were feeding behind our site in the morning," mentioned one Chenango Valley visitor, while Cook Park campers report "a beaver family" among the wildlife attractions.
Privacy between campsites: Despite being a public campground, Bowman Lake State Park Campground maintains good separation between sites. "Campground is a maze of campsites through densely wooded forests so it's pretty private and shady even though it's full no matter what season we visited," explains one camper who appreciated the layout.
Limited facilities at dispersed sites: Long Pond Campground offers very basic accommodations compared to established campgrounds. "There is no water or garbage services at this site. Most camping spots are ideal for tents or very small campers or trailers," notes a recent visitor who rated their experience favorably despite these limitations.
Weekend crowding at popular parks: The established campgrounds near Killawog fill quickly during summer months, particularly those with swimming facilities. "Watkins Glen is beautiful and scenic. If you enjoy hiking and scenery this is the place for you. I would describe the hikes as moderately difficult," shares a visitor to Watkins Glen State Park Campground.
Seasonal restrictions: Most state park campgrounds in the region operate from mid-May through early October. "This is a great spot for tent camping, so if that's your vibe this place is perfect. We had a lot of tree cover so we didn't even need our air conditioning on during an 85 degree day," explains a summer visitor to Bowman Lake.
Look for playgrounds: Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Killawog feature dedicated play areas. "Playgrounds and spaces to ride bikes, swim, picnic, and all-around have fun!" reports a grandmother whose grandchildren enjoyed Greenwood County Park, one of several dog friendly campgrounds near Killawog.
Consider cabin options: For families new to camping with dogs, cabins provide a comfortable transition. "We've stayed at Chenago Valley SP twice now. Our first visit was at the Pine Bluff camping area and our second was the Chipmunk Bluff. The campground is well kept and spacious with several different areas to camp in," shares a repeat visitor.
Pack water toys: Many campgrounds near Killawog feature swimming areas that welcome responsible dog owners. "Bring your bikes, the swimming is great and the entire swimming/boating area just underwent a major renovation. You can rent kayaks and paddle boards and the park is well maintained," advises a family camper at Watkins Glen.
Avoid heavily wooded sites with large rigs: Some dog-friendly camping areas near Killawog have limited clearance for taller vehicles. "Beautiful park. Electric sites are not the best though. Rocky and unlevel. Not made for large campers," cautions an RVer who visited Robert H. Treman State Park.
Verify water and electrical connections: Hookup availability varies widely among the region's campgrounds. "We had a back in site with a fire pit, picnic table, and no hook ups. It was gravel and not super level, but we made it work. There was a potable water spigot a few sites over and a bathroom with showers a short walk away," reports a trailer camper at Bowman Lake.
Scout dump station locations: Not all campgrounds offering pet-friendly accommodations near Killawog provide on-site sanitary dump facilities. "Electricity at about 1/3 of the sites. Pretty good restrooms/showers. Water spigots on the loops and more water at the dump station," notes a visitor to Chenango Valley State Park.
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