Best Tent Camping near Marathon, NY

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Best Tent Sites Near Marathon, New York (26)

    1. Long Pond Campground

    4 Reviews
    Georgetown, NY
    10 miles

    "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."

    "While this is next to the road, it is also within 40 yards of the only potta potty in the park.

    About 100 yards away was the public fishing dock and another camp site."

    2. Upper Lisle Park

    1 Review
    Killawog, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 692-4612

    3. Ludlow Creek Lean-To Campsite

    1 Review
    Oxford, NY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 674-4017

    "This is a beautiful primitive hike-in campsite alongside the Ludlow Creek section of the Finger Lakes Trail in Chenango County, New York."

    4. Belden Hill Campgrounds

    6 Reviews
    Chenango Forks, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 693-1645

    $53 - $65 / night

    "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."

    5. Pharsalia Woods Lean-To Campsite

    1 Review
    South Plymouth, NY
    19 miles

    "Beautifully maintained primitive group campsite with large Adirondack style lean-to, several picnic tables and fire rings, and firewood provided."

    6. Pharsalia Y Pond

    1 Review
    South Plymouth, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 753-3095

    "This campsite is a hike in stop on the Finger Lakes Trail, but can also be accessed by a short walk-in from Elmer Jackson Rd, or by paddling in from the parking area in the west side of the pond."

    7. Jackson Pond Tent Sites

    1 Review
    South Plymouth, NY
    20 miles
    Website

    "This is a great primitive campsite located close to Jackson Pond with access from a small parking area and trailhead of the Finger Lakes Trail, or via canoe or non-motorized boats from a nearby boat launch"

    8. Spruce Pond Camping Area - Morgan Hill State Forest

    3 Reviews
    Apulia Station, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 753-3095

    "Toilet isn’t set up yet but will once the season opens.

    The first few campsites are the best the further down you go the worse the sites get for tent set up. Smaller tents would be best do here."

    "Although dispersed primitive camping is allowed elsewhere throughout the state forest, this is a group of ten established and well maintained primitive campsites right on Spruce Pond with fishing available"

    9. Nature Lover's Paradise

    3 Reviews
    Fabius, NY
    26 miles
    +1 (561) 503-9444

    $79 - $149 / night

    "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. "

    "The tent site and the 70 acres of hiking trails sound like the perfect getaway for anyone looking to reconnect with nature."

    10. Empire Haven Nudist Park

    1 Review
    Moravia, NY
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 497-0135

    "The campground is as quiet and peaceful as anyone would like, but the community enables campers the freedom to socialize and share meals whenever you want to reach beyond the family who came with you."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Marathon, NY

476 Reviews of 26 Marathon Campgrounds



Guide to Marathon

Tent camping near Marathon, New York, offers a variety of scenic locations where nature enthusiasts can enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from well-equipped campgrounds to more rustic settings, there's something for every type of camper.

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Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $30

  • Empire Haven Nudist Park offers tent camping at a reasonable price, with amenities like showers and picnic tables available for guests.
  • Pharsalia Y Pond is a free primitive campsite, perfect for those looking to camp without breaking the bank.
  • Upper Lisle Park has a low-cost option for tent camping, providing a simple launch point for kayaking and enjoying the surrounding nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Marathon, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Marathon, NY is Long Pond Campground with a 3.8-star rating from 4 reviews.

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