Camping sites near Lima, New York offer varied terrain with elevations ranging from 750 to 1,900 feet across the surrounding region. The area typically receives 35-40 inches of precipitation annually, creating lush woodland environments around many campsites. Most campgrounds in the region remain open from early May through mid-October, with local temperatures sometimes dropping into the 40s during early and late season nights.
What to do
Trail running and mountain biking: Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill features extensive trail networks for runners and cyclists. "Numerous pavilions that are wonderful for parties or weddings. Stunning overlook that is breathtaking (also great for weddings). Hiking, bike trails, fishing pond, playground, open fields for sports, much more," notes Sarah C.
Swimming in natural settings: Stony Brook State Park Campground offers unique swimming opportunities in its natural pool. "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," says Olivia R.
Golf and fishing: Genesee Country Campground combines camping with recreational activities. "Nice little store too! Overall this place was great and we'd stay here again in a heartbeat. Very easy place to spend the night. Also they have golfing here and tent areas back up to the 9th hole," reports Randall K.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Stay Bristol Woodlands receives high marks for site spacing. "We have been staying at this Jewel of a campground for years. The new owners have brought this place to a new level Great amenities, real Wi-Fi and a great pool," explains Donald R.
Well-maintained facilities: Southwoods RV Resort maintains clean facilities that campers appreciate. "The campground is gated and very clean and well-groomed. Overall, we enjoyed our stay at Southwoods and would stay there again if we were in the area," shares Nancy W.
Scenic overlooks: Ontario County Park offers elevated views of the surrounding region. "This is beautiful, clean and affordable camping near Naples, NY. Lots of trails at the park for hikers, mountain bikers and trail runners. Follow the Finger Lakes Trail all the way into town," recommends Danielle P.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Some camping areas have spotty coverage. Check with campground offices about Wi-Fi availability and best spots for signal.
Train noise: At certain campgrounds, nearby train tracks can disrupt sleep. "One downside of this park is that the sites are pretty close and feel a little cramped when the park is full. There is a train track near the park which occasionally is quite noisy," notes Nancy W. about Southwoods RV Resort.
Terrain challenges: Conesus Lake Campground sits on steep terrain. "Cozy campground. Clean single person bathrooms. Golf cart, paddle board and kayak rentals available. Campground is on a very steep hill so it is difficult to walk around," advises Sydney W.
Seasonal weather impacts: Spring camping can bring muddy conditions, while July and August typically offer the driest ground conditions. "Beautiful state park, very lush green from all the rain unfortunately the smoke from the Canadian fires near have made it unhealthy here," Jeff A. reported during a summer stay at Letchworth.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Canandaigua-Rochester KOA offers numerous options for children. "We spent father's day weekend at the KOA. Our kids rented cabins and some used tents and others came for the day. The campground has do much to do between swimming, golf, bike and paddle boat rentals. There's Ziplines with treetop walk and a bounce," shares Rich L.
Book early for holidays: Holiday weekends fill quickly at most campgrounds. Reserve at least 3-4 months ahead for Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day.
Playground access: Letchworth State Park Campground provides play areas for children. "Quiet relaxing atmosphere, lots of hiking trails and family friendly with parks and a pool for the kids to play," notes Lisa M.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early mornings offer the best chance to spot local animals. "Deer, chipmunks and rabbits will say hi in the early and late hours," according to Dayne B. at Ontario County Park.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling needs: Some campgrounds require significant leveling equipment. "Only downside is nature. The hill is a killer! But that problem was solved by renting a golf cart," reports Marissa R. about Conesus Lake Campground.
Electric options: Letchworth State Park Campground offers both 30-amp and 50-amp hookups in designated areas. "I used the 30 AMP hookup and had zero issues," confirms Dayne B. about a different campground in the area.
Pull-through availability: Southwoods RV Resort offers various site configurations. "The campground is quite large and has separate sections for seasonal and transient campers and has a variety of different campsites from back-ins to pull-thrus, 50 to 30-amps, and full hook-up to water and electric only," explains Nancy W.
Water access considerations: At some campgrounds, water hookups may be inconveniently located. "Our water hook up was in the middle of someone's site," noted Sparks N. about Canandaigua-Rochester KOA.
