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Chenango Valley State Park Campground accommodates pets at all sites, offering shaded camping spots in a forested setting with picnic tables and fire rings. Pet owners appreciate the separate Pine Bluff and Chipmunk Bluff camping areas, each providing a different experience while maintaining pet-friendly policies. The park features multiple hiking trails suitable for leashed dogs, with many sites spacious enough for dogs to remain comfortable at the campsite. Greenwood County Park and Long Pond Campground also welcome pets, with Greenwood providing electric hookups and Long Pond offering more primitive camping options directly along the shoreline. Many campers note the ample spacing between sites provides good privacy for campers traveling with animals.
Dogs can access the numerous trails throughout Chenango Valley State Park, though they must remain leashed at all times on park property. Long Pond Campground provides direct water access for dogs that enjoy swimming, with several campsites positioned just steps from the water. The nearby Country Hills Campground offers additional pet-friendly accommodations with full hookups for RVers traveling with dogs. Local wildlife is abundant throughout these camping areas, so pet owners should remain vigilant about keeping dogs secure, especially at dawn and dusk when deer are most active. Camping with pets requires bringing all necessary supplies, as the nearest veterinary services and pet stores are located in Binghamton, approximately 20-30 minutes from most campgrounds.
"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 $21 - $123 / night
Check Availability"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!"
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 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."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
"Fantastic animal preserve zoo nearby which is a must visit. Pretty golf course with full bar and food right across the street. Overall one of our favorite stops on our New England trip."
from $53 - $65 / night
Check Availability"They have hayrides in the summer and swimming in the lake. Lakeside sites are spacious and reasonably priced. The owners are always accessible."
"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 $21 - $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 $24 - $128 / 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.
Camping options near Lisle, New York include several state and county parks located in Broome and Chenango counties. The area sits in the northern portion of the Allegheny Plateau with elevations ranging from 800-1,500 feet above sea level. This central New York region experiences four distinct seasons with warm, humid summers and cold winters. Most campgrounds close by mid-October, though a few primitive camping areas remain accessible year-round.
Swimming at designated beaches: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground offers a unique swimming experience below Enfield Falls. "You can swim in the waterfall area here. Need I say more? Actually, it can be VERY busy in the summer time in the swimming area, making it difficult to find your own 'space,'" notes reviewer Matt G.
Fishing in stocked waters: Bowman Lake State Park Campground provides excellent fishing opportunities in a tranquil setting. One camper shared, "We loved the swimming beach soaking up the sun and cool refreshing water. As fisherman we loved that the rangers told us that the lake was regularly stocked with trout and other game fish."
Hiking through gorges: Several trails near Lisle offer varied terrain and difficulty levels. "The rim trail can be very strenuous," warns a Robert Treman visitor, while another notes, "Lots of hiking trails that were along the gorge with water scenic views."
Winter activities: Some parks remain open for cold-weather recreation. A Bowman Lake visitor mentioned, "We camped in July, but were told that the park is opened for winter activities such as xcountry skiing and snow mobiling."
Private, wooded sites: Chenango County Cook Park offers a secluded camping option with limited sites. "For a solo camper who wants a bit if solitude, there is a better and super-nice option—the hike-in lean-to! It's a short hike in, and it is lively, well built shelter and nice fire pit."
Lake activities beyond swimming: Long Pond Campground provides multiple water access points for different users. "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."
Family-friendly facilities: State parks in the area maintain clean facilities. "The campground has bathrooms, showers, picnic tables, a playground and a dump station. There are cabins, tents and rv sites, some of which are handicapped accessible," explains a Robert Treman visitor.
Wildlife viewing: Many campers appreciate the abundant wildlife. One visitor to Hickories Park noted, "The 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."
Weather considerations: The Lisle area experiences typical Northeast seasonal changes. "Went in the fall, very quiet, and peaceful. Woke to snow on the tent. Had a great time listening to the birds and enjoying the trails," shared a camper at Robert Treman State Park.
Primitive camping limitations: Hickories Park Campground provides basic amenities for tent and RV camping. "The only draw back to this campground is the close proximity of the noisy highway but great for a one night stay or longer if you're accustom to the noise," warns one visitor.
Reservation requirements: Most established campgrounds require advance booking, especially during summer months. First-come sites exist at select locations. "It is a first come first serve campground," noted a Hickories Park camper.
Seasonal closures: Swimming areas typically close after Labor Day, even when campgrounds remain open. "I'm bummed that we missed out on the waterfall and swimming area! The photos from other Dyrt reviewers look spectacular! The swimming area was closed for the season by the time we arrived," shared a September visitor to Robert Treman.
Child-friendly swimming areas: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Lisle feature swimming areas specifically designed for children. "The beach area is well staffed and clean. Changing areas are available as well as a splash pad for the little kids," notes a visitor to Chenango Valley State Park.
Playground access: Pine Valley RV Park & Campground offers extensive child-friendly amenities. "This is by far one of the best family oriented campgrounds we've ever been in. From boating, to giant swimming inflatables, putt putt even a giant slide. All part of the price of the campground," shares an enthusiastic family camper.
Educational opportunities: The regional parks provide learning experiences about local ecology. "Lots of info about the glaciers that formed the lakes you can swim in. Great wildlife (wood ducks & kingfishers)," noted a visitor to Chenango Valley State Park.
Wildlife engagement: Children often enjoy the small wildlife encounters. One camper at Cook Park mentioned, "They have so many birds, squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits and insects that it was a veritable wonderland."
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the area have uneven terrain. "Site was sufficiently private and tucked away, but water/bathrooms/showers were close enough," noted a tent camper at Bowman Lake, while another mentioned, "It was gravel and not super level, but we made it work."
Hookup availability: Several pet-friendly campsites near Lisle provide utility connections. "Easy access off I-88 friendly owner, friendly seasonal people. Pull thru full hookup, level, spacious. Room for pop up canopy and games," notes a visitor to Belden Hill Campgrounds.
Dump station access: Most state parks provide sanitation facilities. "Water spigots on the loops and more water at the dump station," noted a Chenango Valley visitor.
Generator restrictions: Check specific campground rules regarding generator use as policies vary. "No hookups but that means people have generators, though the campsites are big and you won't necessarily hear your neighbor running theirs," explained a Bowman Lake visitor.
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