Verona Beach camping options range from state park facilities to private campgrounds with RV sites and tent pitches across the region. Many campgrounds sit near Oneida Lake, where water temperatures reach 75-80°F during summer months. Several campgrounds maintain operating seasons from late April through mid-October, with campsites costing between $30-50 per night for standard amenities.
What to do
Tube down the river: Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA provides a natural lazy river experience through the campground. "The creek is AMAZING. Both kid and adult friendly and it's free, just bring a tube or purchase for cheap at the camp store. Lazy river flow with some faster spots, truly a perfect way to spend the days in the sun," writes Julia P.
Diamond mining activities: Visit the active mine across from Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA where campers can search for their own gems. "The mines are so much fun... the whole park is well maintained. Lots of room to walk our dogs. We will visit again," shares Kelly F. after their three-night stay.
Hike around glacier-formed lakes: Green Lakes State Park features unique turquoise waters surrounded by trails. "The hiking includes an easy 3.1 mile loop with much shade around two glacier formed turquoise lakes (you need to see them in person to appreciate)," notes Sheri S.
Fish in stocked waters: Delta Lake State Park Campground offers access to a reservoir with multiple fish species. "The lake is a flooded area forming a reservoir stocked with game fish as bass, perch, and pike," explains Brian O., who appreciates the well-maintained fishing areas.
What campers like
Private bathroom facilities: Green Lakes State Park has upgraded their facilities with individual rooms. "The bathrooms have been remodeled and most are private with a toilet, shower and sink which makes this a wonderful family campground," notes Sheri S.
Waterfront sites: Treasure Isle RV Park offers premium lakeside camping spots. "Treasure Isle is nice and quiet. The sites are a good size with water and electric on each site. There is a dumping station to use, some sewer sites," reports Heather R.
Yurt camping options: Whispering Woods Campground provides yurt camping near Verona Beach, New York for those wanting a unique alternative to tents. "We camped there a few times, very people friendly place!" shares Arnie T. about the yurt camping experience at Whispering Woods.
Organized activities for children: Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp Resort schedules regular events for families. "Organized the Halloween activities nicely. Yogi and the characters were very involved," notes Justin F., while Michael O. adds, "So many activities for the kids, parades, just non-stop action to keep them going."
What you should know
Shower facilities vary by campground: Some parks have limited shower amenities. "As clean as the bathrooms are, the showers still suck. I'll never understand why parks use the misting shower heads... It's best to use the ADA bathrooms because those shower heads are normal and have wands," advises Chelsea B. from her stay at Green Lakes.
Seasonal popularity affects availability: Ta-Ga-Soke Campgrounds and other regional sites fill quickly during peak times. "The site was good size and included a picnic table and a fire ring. Site however was very close to other sites and not very private," notes Tate T. about the spacing during busy periods.
Water activities may have restrictions: Some parks limit personal watercraft. Sara H. mentions, "You cannot bring your own kayaks you have to rent," which applies to certain lake facilities in the region.
Weather considerations: Sites near water can experience significant wind. "It got really windy at night which was nice to keep the bugs away," notes Tris W. about their waterfront stay at Delta Lake, highlighting natural bug control but potential for cooler evenings.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with playground options: Multiple facilities offer child-specific areas. "Great playgrounds. Bathrooms and showers were very clean," Sara H. comments about her family's experience at regional parks.
Consider beach areas with shallow entry points: Bass Lake Resort provides family-friendly swimming options. "Very nice and great to see kids ridding bikes and walking around without adults. It is safe and they can be kids," notes Kelly J. about the atmosphere.
Book sites away from high traffic areas: Quieter loops provide more restful family camping. Rachel P. advises, "I stayed in site 35 and was intermixed with all the campers and RV's, so it got a bit noisy. Not that restful, secluded experience I typically go for," suggesting families should request more isolated sites.
Evaluate bathroom proximity for children: Strategic site selection matters for nighttime needs. "There were bathrooms in the middle of our loop which was great and easy to walk to and it was very clean," Tris W. recommends after staying at Delta Lake.
Tips from RVers
Water and electric access varies by site: Check hookup availability when booking. "Sites are fairly big but not completely separated. Having the kayaks were great, there's so much to explore, and town is right down the road," Sierra K. mentions about Delta Lake waterfront sites.
Consider site layout for larger rigs: Some campgrounds accommodate big RVs better than others. "The sites are a good size with water and electric on each site. There is a dumping station to use, some sewer sites," Heather R. notes about Treasure Isle's accommodations.
Look for level parking areas: This simplifies RV setup. "Sites were flat, easy to level travel trailer," reports one camper about their experience at Jellystone Park, despite other facility maintenance issues.
