Best Campgrounds near Oneida, NY

Camping options near Oneida, New York range from well-developed state parks to primitive sites on public lands. Green Lakes State Park Campground, located 20 miles west of Oneida, features cabins, tent sites, and RV hookups surrounding the park's distinctive glacial lakes. Verona Beach State Park, situated directly on Oneida Lake just 5 miles north of Oneida, offers lakefront camping opportunities with tent sites, RV spaces, and cabin rentals. The region also includes several privately operated RV parks like The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone Resort and Treasure Isle RV Park, which provide additional amenities for travelers.

Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from May through October, with peak season running from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays and waterfront sites at state parks. Weather conditions vary significantly by season, with hot humid summers giving way to cool autumn nights ideal for camping. Oneida sits at the eastern edge of the Finger Lakes region, with some sites offering water access to Oneida Lake and smaller forest ponds. Terrain varies from flat lakeside areas to gently rolling hills in the surrounding forests. One visitor noted, "Verona Beach State Park Campground has large beautiful sites with a public, life-guarded beach. It is a wooded area on beautiful Oneida Lake."

Several campgrounds around Oneida feature direct water access, with higher ratings consistently given to sites with lakefront views. Campers particularly praise the waterfront sites at Verona Beach State Park, where spacious campsites border Oneida Lake with a dedicated campers' beach. According to one visitor, "We stayed at site 11. As you can see, sites are spacious and this one was right on the lake's edge." Privacy varies considerably between campgrounds, with some offering wooded sites and others arranged in more open layouts. Visitors seeking solitude should consider the primitive tent sites in nearby state forests like Pharsalia Woods, while those wanting amenities might prefer the comfort-oriented facilities at The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone, which maintains clean bathhouses, hookups, and proximity to entertainment options.

Best Camping Sites Near Oneida, New York (121)

    1. Green Lakes State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Kirkville, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 637-6111

    $20 - $116 / night

    "The lake is a fascinating meromictic lake with clear calcium-rich waters that are not only pristine and beautiful to look at, but also great for swimming and snorkeling as the waters are crystal clear"

    "The sites are nice, some are little close to each other but nice for group camping. A short distance (walk or by car) to the beach. The lake is a little chilly sometimes but very refreshing."

    2. The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

    11 Reviews
    Oneida, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 361-7275

    $65 - $75 / night

    "For activities, there are some great hikes around the campground, as well as excellent playgrounds, fishing, an awesome pool, and of course, free shuttle rides to the Turning Stone Casino right up the"

    "Convenient to the highway with 24 hour shuttles to the casino 5 minutes away, yet quiet and beautifully maintained."

    3. Verona Beach State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Verona Beach, NY
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 762-4463

    $27 - $29 / night

    "Campground sits on the edge of Lake Oneida with a nice camper’s beach and trail on the lake front. We stayed at site 11. As you can see sites are spacious and this one was right on the lake’s edge."

    "It is a wooded area on beautiful Oneida Lake. A great place to stay."

    4. Delta Lake State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Westernville, NY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 337-4670

    $24 - $32 / night

    "There’s a few steps down to a gravel beach and an expansive view of the delta lake. There were bathrooms in the middle of our loop which was great and easy to walk to and it was very clean."

    "A very nice, tidy campground located on a peninsula jutting into Delta Lake in Central NY."

    5. Hidden Point Camp Ground

    2 Reviews
    Verona Beach, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 762-0547

    6. Treasure Isle RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Verona Beach, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 245-5228

    "There is a nice bathhouse, playground, basketball court, Beach and walking trails."

    7. Ta-Ga-Soke Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Verona Beach, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 245-1744

    "Site however was very close to other sites and not very private.  had to pay with quarters to shower not a problem but inconvenient."

    8. Mayfair Campground NY

    2 Reviews
    Blossvale, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 245-3870

    "Many fishing areas and several boat launch places with water access to large Oneida Lake. Bathrooms and showers are immaculate and well stocked. "

    9. Whispering Woods Campground

    1 Review
    Verona Beach, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 675-8100

    10. Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area

    2 Reviews
    Morrisville, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 674-4036

    "There are 15 drive-in campsites widely spaced and set into the woods, and two developed walk-in sites on the west shore."

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Recent Reviews near Oneida, NY

320 Reviews of 121 Oneida Campgrounds


  • D C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Live The Outdoors LLC

    Peaceful & Private Getaway🏞️

    Really enjoyed staying here. It’s super private and peaceful, and we loved that it’s not a crowded campground. The land is open and easy to access, and you can tell the owners are constantly upgrading and improving things. We were even able to fish here, which was a bonus. Would definitely recommend if you appreciate privacy, nature, and a peaceful place with the freedom to relax and do your own thing.

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Green Lakes State Park Campground

    Good camp sites

    The sites are good, level, and the campsite is pretty but as clean as the bathrooms are, the showers still suck. I’ll never understand why parks use the misting shower heads. Maybe TMI, but sorry ladies, you’ll never get the soap out of your bits. It’s best to use the ADA bathrooms because those shower heads are normal and have wands. I can’t say much about the amenities since we camped in the off season (really bummed not to rent a boat), but the trails around the lake are great! Beautiful water and various difficulties on the trails make it pretty fun to explore. Overall a good stay but took a star away for the showers and the landscapers. They spent at least 5-6 hours the Monday we were here mowing around our campsite, coming within inches of our power and Starlink cords. Really annoyed by that and when we called the park office, they said they’d take care of it but we still endured 4 more hours of multiple mowers going over the same areas multiple times. Honestly think they were messing with us at that point…

  • S
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Oneida Shores County Park

    Nice park for a reasonable price

    Campground is recently paved. Lots of geese, therefore lots of goose poop. Sites are small and close together. Nice wooded setting on the lake.

  • Ryan G.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Pleasant Lake Campground

    Clean and Quiet

    I found this location to have very clean sites with plenty of amenities. Had no issues with the Wi-Fi watching Bills games and play a few video games.

  • T&J  F.
    Aug. 28, 2025

    West Canada Creek Campground

    Nice place, a little pricey

    Pros: clean campground, camp store, ice cream/pizza shack, shuttle to tubing, sites are pretty flat, pool is large and clean, quiet hours are enforced. Cons: $5 per dog "surprise" when we arrived. Even though we camped there 2 nights for 3 years in a row, $15 per person for the tubing shuttle seems steep; a discount or free would be nice for campers, as drop off points are just down the road. Sites are narrow.

  • T&J  F.
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Mexico

    Unfortunate

    Pros: river is awesome, wading, catching crayfish, cooling off. Staff were consistently friendly. Sites were flat, easy to level travel trailer. Plenty of kid activities, foam party, obstacle course, balloon launch, etc. Large store. Game room. Bathrooms (at least near the playground) were spacious, with toilet, sink, shower. Cons: signs/photo ops were crooked/loose/broken. Planted annual flowers were dead, overgrown with weeds. Miniature golf holes were falling apart. Bounce pad had a hole in it. The sand from around the edge was blowing from that hole into kids eyes, nose, mouth. Bathrooms were dirty; each has a 2-roll toilet paper dispenser; by early evening two stalls had zero TP left. Tent sites had used toilet paper along the tree line where others had used it as a bathroom. Fire pits were old tire rims, which worked, but unable to cook anything on it

  • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Mayfair Campground NY

    Mostly for seasonals

    We called to make last minute reservations for a one night stopover enroute to Vermont. The person on the phone was friendly and accommodating to our needs. When we arrived after hours, the entrance was gated with a card reader access which we did not have a card for. We tried calling back several times but a recording said that the line was busy. Luckily, another camper let us in. There are no signs to direct you which way to go and the sites are poorly marked. With some help from friendly campers we were eventually able to find our site. The sites are have a poorly graveled parking spot and the ground is a little soft. Restrooms are basic and minimal, having a single toilet and sink, a tiny mirror and hand dryer, however it was fairly clean and functional. I was told that there are new owners and they are making improvements

  • MacKenzi G.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Yellow Lantern Kampground

    Would stay again

    Me and my husband stayed here to visit a local friend and it wasn’t bad it was very private and quiet. The property was well maintained and the owners were very friendly as well. We would definitely come back here in the future.


Guide to Oneida

Delta Lake State Park Campground sits just outside Rome, New York, approximately 20 miles northwest of Oneida. The area features mostly flat to rolling terrain with several bodies of water offering recreational opportunities. Camping options near Oneida range from primitive sites to full-hookup RV parks with peak season crowds typically occurring between late June and early August when temperatures average 75-85°F during the day and 55-65°F at night.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Access to Oneida Lake makes Delta Lake State Park Campground a popular spot for anglers. "The lake is a flooded area forming a reservoir stocked with game fish as bass, perch, and pike," notes Brian O., adding that the park has "two boat ramps for easy launching and quick retrieval of your motor boats."

Water recreation: Kayaking and canoeing are available at most waterfront campsites. At Hidden Point Camp Ground, campers appreciate the water access. "It's right on the water with access via boat or even kayak to Slyvan Beach," says Tracy C., who enjoyed the location.

Swimming and beach activities: Many campgrounds maintain beaches with lifeguards during summer months. Delta Lake State Park features "a beautiful beach with concession stand with quite a full menu," according to Rachel P., who adds that the beach "has a great playground for kids that is perfect for play and swim."

Hiking and trail exploration: Several campgrounds offer trail systems of varying difficulty. "The hiking includes an easy 3.1 mile loop with much shade around two glacier formed turquoise lakes," writes Sheri S. about Green Lakes State Park Campground.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Shower and bathroom quality ranks high in camper reviews. At The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone, Michael O. mentions that "bathrooms are very modern and well stocked" and the campground is "very well kept up."

Site layout and spacing: Campers frequently comment on site size and privacy. Karen F. notes that Mayfair Campground has "very large and well maintained" sites, adding that "sites along the creek and lagoon have shade trees."

Water views: Lakefront sites receive the highest praise across all campgrounds. Rachelle W. describes her experience at Verona Beach State Park: "We stayed at site 11. As you can see sites are spacious and this one was right on the lake's edge."

Recreation amenities: On-site activities enhance camper satisfaction. April L. notes that The Villages RV Park offers "a pool, playground, hiking trail, fishing pond, paddleboat rentals," creating a comprehensive experience that keeps families returning year after year.

What you should know

Seasonal variations: Most campgrounds near Oneida operate from late April through mid-October, with limited off-season access. "Memorial day weekend the weather is beautiful spring weather," reports Carl G. about The Villages RV Park, suggesting early season camping can be pleasant.

Reservation requirements: Waterfront and premium sites book months in advance. At Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area, the 15 drive-in campsites are "widely spaced and set into the woods," according to Janet R., making them desirable options that require advance planning.

Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby transportation routes. Michael O. warns that The Villages RV Park has "proximity to some railroad tracks, which can be somewhat active and very audible in some spots."

Privacy levels: Site seclusion varies significantly between campgrounds. Ali T. mentions that at Verona Beach State Park, "Unless you score a campsite in the row up against the water, forget privacy. The campsites are spacious but you're pretty much camping on the same lawn as your neighbors."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Multiple play areas provide entertainment for younger campers. Kenneth S. describes Green Lakes State Park as "beautiful and very clean" with "great playgrounds" that keep children occupied throughout the day.

Beach safety: Lifeguarded swimming areas operate at most state parks during summer. Mary H. appreciates that Verona Beach has "a public, life-guarded beach" making it safer for families with children of varying swimming abilities.

Activities programming: Scheduled events enhance family camping experiences. Karen F. highlights that Ta-Ga-Soke Campgrounds offers "many planned activities for kids: hayrides, sandcastle contests, Santa visit in July" and "live bands or DJ's on holiday weekends."

Weather preparedness: Rapid weather changes can impact family camping plans. Heather E. observed at Verona Beach State Park that it was "very windy when we arrived," suggesting families should secure tents and equipment properly.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Electric service is standard at most campgrounds, but full hookups are limited. At Delta Lake State Park, Eric G. notes they "recently added electricity to all the sites," making it more accommodating for RVers.

Site dimensions: RV site sizes and layouts vary considerably between campgrounds. Boomer B. describes The Villages RV Park as having "spacious FHU sites. Pull thru and back ins," providing options for different RV configurations.

Leveling requirements: Ground conditions affect setup ease at different campgrounds. Greg D. observed at Mayfair Campground that "the sites have a poorly graveled parking spot and the ground is a little soft," suggesting RVers should bring leveling blocks.

Dump station access: Not all campgrounds offer full sewer hookups at each site. Heather R. points out that at Treasure Isle RV Park, "there is a dumping station to use, some sewer sites," indicating that planning for waste management is necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there RV camping spots available near Oneida and Turning Stone Casino?

Yes, there are several RV-friendly options near Oneida and Turning Stone Casino. The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone offers full hookups, is big-rig friendly, and provides convenient access to the casino. For a free overnight option, Vernon Downs Casino provides a large, level gravel lot for RVs, with easy access to their casino and harness racing. Both locations are well-maintained and offer the convenience of being close to gaming entertainment while providing comfortable accommodations for RV travelers.

Where are the best campgrounds near Oneida Lake?

Verona Beach State Park Campground sits directly on the shore of Oneida Lake with spacious campsites, some right against the water's edge. The park features clean bathhouses, a camper's beach with lifeguards, lakefront trails, and affordable firewood. For families, Oneida Shores County Park is another excellent option on the lake with well-maintained facilities. If you prefer an RV-focused experience near the lake, Treasure Isle RV Park in Blossvale offers full hookups and easy lake access.

What cabin accommodations are available at campgrounds near Oneida?

Several campgrounds near Oneida offer cabin accommodations for those seeking a comfortable camping experience without a tent or RV. Cooperstown KOA, located in the scenic rural countryside about 30 miles from Oneida, offers a variety of rental options including camping cabins, cottages, and lodges surrounded by mature trees. Green Lakes State Park Campground also provides cabin rentals in a well-maintained natural setting with unique biological diversity and excellent recreational opportunities. Cabins at these locations typically include basic amenities, though specifics vary by site and cabin type.

Can I find free camping sites in the Oneida area?

Yes, there are a few free camping options in the Oneida area. Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area near Erieville offers free primitive camping with basic toilet facilities. For a more secluded experience, Ludlow Creek Lean-To Campsite provides a beautiful hike-in primitive site alongside Ludlow Creek in the Finger Lakes Trail system. This site offers a wilderness experience in an unspoiled region of state forest. These free sites typically don't have amenities like showers or electrical hookups, so come prepared for a more rustic camping experience.