Family-friendly RV parks near Livonia, New York provide seasonal camping opportunities with varying levels of amenities throughout the western Finger Lakes region. Located at elevations between 500-1,000 feet, the area experiences warm summers and cold winters, with most campgrounds operating from April through October. Fall camping offers colorful foliage displays along the rolling hills surrounding Conesus Lake, though nights can drop below 40°F by late September.
What to do
Wine trail exploration: Take advantage of proximity to the Finger Lakes wine region from Finger Lakes RV Resort in Hector. "Amazing RV park! Located about 1/3 of the way up the eastern side of Seneca Lake, the location provides easy access to the wineries, distilleries, and breweries along the lake," writes Craig F., who enjoyed walking paths leading directly to two neighboring wineries.
Waterfall hiking: Visit the renowned gorges within 30-45 minutes of most Livonia RV parks. "The gorge is spectacular. Try to get to the balloon fest on Memorial Day - and book a flight if you can. Voted Best State Park in the USA," shares Rebecca E. about Letchworth State Park Campground, which features three major waterfalls along the Genesee River.
Canal activities: Explore the historic Erie Canal near Macedon. "Kayak launches and boat marina nearby," notes Rachel T. about Red's Twilight on the Erie RV Resort, where campers can directly access the canal trail system for biking, walking, and water activities during summer months.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise the immaculate bathrooms at newer facilities. "The bath house is immaculate and rivals those at Fort Wilderness Resort," reports Craig F. about Finger Lakes RV Resort, while Sydney W. notes that at Southwoods RV Resort, "Bathrooms were very clean. Quiet campground. Lots of plays areas for kids."
Spacious layouts: Many newer RV parks near Livonia feature generous site spacing. "All of the sites are very nicely spread out with generous spacing," Steve A. writes about Finger Lakes RV Resort, appreciating that "the campground sites are very large and spread out," a sentiment echoed at several area campgrounds.
Family activities: On-site recreation appeals to families with children. "Family friendly park, lots of activities, park hosts/owners are hands on and awesome," says Cheryl M. about Southwoods RV Resort, which includes "2 well kept pools, playgrounds, laundry facilities, mini golf, soccer, basketball."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most RV parks in the Livonia area close during winter months. Southwoods RV Resort operates from May 1 to October 31, while Red's Twilight runs from April 15 to October 31. "We stayed in August and we really enjoyed the setup and location of all the amenities this campground has," notes Rich L. about his summer stay at Southwoods.
Site levelness varies: Some campgrounds have more level sites than others. At Red's Twilight on the Erie, Donna C. cautions: "Almost all of the sites are not even close to level. Not a big issue with a fifth wheel but a real hassle with a motorcoach. We changed sites three times and finally resigned ourselves to not being leveled."
Cell connectivity limitations: WiFi strength varies by location and time. At Stay Bristol Woodlands, Donald R. appreciates the "real Wi-Fi," while at other parks service may diminish during peak periods.
Tips for camping with families
Speed restrictions for safety: Parks with children enforce strict driving rules. "The speed limit is 5 MPH and they mean it.... Kids on bikes and having a good time in the enormous play area and the pool far enough from the campsites but close to the store and watchful eye of the staff," explains Rachel T. about Red's Twilight on the Erie.
Playground accessibility: Choose sites near recreation areas for convenience. "Southwoods is a beautiful campground and accommodates campers of all ages. 2 well kept pools, playgrounds, laundry facilities, mini golf, soccer, basketball," writes Hope C., highlighting the importance of activity options.
Weekend crowd changes: Be prepared for busier weekends with different atmosphere. Nancy W. observed at Southwoods RV Resort: "We experienced the park going from half full and quiet to packed with lots of music, all-day fires, and big gatherings," noting the significant change from weekday to weekend camping environments.
Tips from RVers
Pull-through availability: Many parks offer dedicated sections for easier RV access. At Hickory Ridge Golf & RV Resort, the design prioritizes golf over camping amenities, with Mariah G. noting "it's not really the vibe for weekend campers. It's definitely more of a locals only kind of feel as it is a country club and golf resort primarily."
Utility placement: Check specific site reviews for hookup locations. "All the utilities were placed appropriately so we didn't need any extensions. The water pressure and electric were good," notes one camper about site arrangements.
Site surface materials: RV parking surfaces vary between locations. "All campsite pads are gravel except for three long pull-thrus that are paved," reports a visitor about surface options that affect leveling and stabilization, particularly during rainy periods when some soil types become saturated.
