Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Oneida, NY

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Oneida, NY (83)

    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lakes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lakes State Park Campground
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    1. Green Lakes State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    83 Photos
    275 Saves
    Kirkville, New York

    Green Lakes State Park's outstanding features are its two glacial lakes surrounded by upland forest. Both Round and Green Lakes are meromictic lakes, which means that there is no fall and spring mixing of surface and bottom waters. Such lakes have a high potential for evidence of ancient plant and animal life. Another special feature of the park is an 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, where visitors can snowshoe in winter, and there are 10 miles of trails that cross-country skiers can use. Geography: Green Lakes State Park is located just east of the city of Syracuse, in upstate New York. Recreation: Considered a flagship facility, visitors can enjoy biking, boating, fishing, golf, hiking, picnicking, camping, and wintertime cross-country skiing. Facilities: The park's facilities include a beach, rowboat rentals, cabins and campsites, food concessions, a golf course, trails, picnic tables and pavilions, a playground, showers, and dumping stations.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $18 - $36 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone
    Camper-submitted photo from The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone
    Camper-submitted photo from The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone
    Camper-submitted photo from The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone
    Camper-submitted photo from The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone
    Camper-submitted photo from The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

    2. The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

    11 Reviews
    8 Photos
    44 Saves
    Oneida, New York

    Just a short shuttle ride from Turning Stone Resort Casino, The Villages RV Park offers a wonderful array of activities and amenities for RV enthusiasts. Turning Stone Campground has 175 paved sites includes full utility hookup and wireless internet service. The RV park features nature trails, a recreational area for bocce ball, horse shoes, tennis, basketball and volleyball and separate ponds for paddle boating and fishing. A heated pool and hot tub are open daily from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day weekend.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $65 - $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Delta Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Delta Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Delta Lake State Park Campground
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    3. Delta Lake State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    14 Photos
    61 Saves
    Westernville, New York

    Delta Lake State Park is located on a peninsula extending into Delta Reservoir. You'll find the terrain is wooded and generally flat. Year-round visitors can enjoy the day in one of many picnic areas, or on one of the many hiking and nature trails. There is also a boat launch and shoreline fishing for trout, pike, bass, bullhead and perch. Campers can enjoy 101 tent, trailer or RV camping sites and there is a sandy beach with swimming in the summer. For winter visitors there are cross-country ski trails.

    Thanks to a grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, a Hippocampe Beach/All Terrain wheelchair is now available at Delta Lake State Park to access beach and trails.

    Pavilion Information Delta Lake has ten pavilions/tents. Prices range from $50 to $200 and can accommodate 50 to 168 people. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com

    Current Water Quality - Beach Results.

    Pet Policy: A maximum of two pets are allowed in campsites and day use areas unless prohibited by sign or directive. Pets are to be supervised at all times and either be crated or on a leash not more than 6-feet in length. Proof of rabies inoculation shall be produced if requested by staff. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals)

    Amenities
    Biking
    Boat Launches
    Camper Assistance Program
    Campsites, Cabins & Lodging
    Fishing
    Food (Accessible)
    Hiking
    Ice Fishing
    Pavilions and Shelter Rentals (Accessible)
    Playgrounds
    Showers (Accessible)
    Snowmobiling
    Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
    Swimming Beach
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $33 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Verona Beach State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Verona Beach State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Verona Beach State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA
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    5. Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA

    15 Reviews
    72 Photos
    54 Saves
    Herkimer, New York

    The Herkimer Diamond Mines KOA Resort welcomes everyone to our home! You can stay in our themed deluxe cabins and lodges, such as our Windmill, Tree-House, Solar Kolony, Astronomy and Astrology Lodges. Alongside our KOA's campsites, the West Canada Creek offers trout fishing and fun for canoeists, tubers and kayakers alike! Throughout the season, we also run daily activities from tie dying shirts, hay wagon rides, bingo, s' more bonfires, pool parties, and many more. As part of our KOA, you can also prospect for world famous Herkimer Diamonds at our above ground mining attraction! They're beautiful quartz crystals that were faceted by nature half a billion years ago. Here you can also experience all Miners' Village has to offer from the Trading Post Jewelry Store, Educational Center, Artisan Center, Mining& Lapidary Station, and Fossil-and-Gemstone Sluicing area! If you're looking for a delicious snack, you can visit our Canteen Cafe or dine at Miners' Table, a full-service wood-fired pizzeria and chophouse. You can even have dinner delivered right to your campsite!

    To learn more visit our website, herkimerdiamond.com or koa.com/campgrounds/herkimer/

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Oneida Shores County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oneida Shores County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oneida Shores County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oneida Shores County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oneida Shores County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oneida Shores County Park

    6. Oneida Shores County Park

    9 Reviews
    13 Photos
    16 Saves
    Cicero, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      7. Treasure Isle RV Park

      2 Reviews
      7 Saves
      Verona Beach, New York
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      Camper-submitted photo from Ta-Ga-Soke Campgrounds
      Camper-submitted photo from Ta-Ga-Soke Campgrounds
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      Camper-submitted photo from Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area
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      9. Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area

      2 Reviews
      35 Photos
      15 Saves
      Morrisville, New York

      Within Facility

      Boat Launch
      Camping
      Handicap Access
      Hiking Trail
      Information Center
      
      Parking
      Picnic Shelter
      Picnicking
      Restroom
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • RVs
      Camper-submitted photo from Glimmerglass State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Glimmerglass State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Glimmerglass State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Glimmerglass State Park Campground
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      Camper-submitted photo from Glimmerglass State Park Campground

      10. Glimmerglass State Park Campground

      20 Reviews
      62 Photos
      155 Saves
      Springfield Center, New York
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $12 - $22 / night

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    Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Oneida

    278 Reviews of 83 Oneida Campgrounds


    • HThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Verona Beach State Park Campground
      Oct. 14, 2024

      Verona Beach State Park Campground

      Nice stop

      We needed a campground not too far off our route from Niagara Falls to NH and this was great. Very windy when we arrived. Our campsite 8 did not have a fire ring but others did. Right on water…can’t drive on path in front of the water sites so you are essentially on the water. Nice clean facilities.

    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina
      Oct. 4, 2024

      St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina

      Water and R.R. tracks

      One night stay. Great sight. Friendly helpful staff. Only drawback is steady stream of trains going by around the clock. I didn’t mind by my wife didn’t sleep well.

    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Visit Eatonville
      Sep. 25, 2024

      Visit Eatonville

      Unable to contact this campsite

      Call the telephone number got a recording left a message. Did not get a call back. Send email. Got no response.

    • Jim G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Brennans Bay Campground and Marina
      Sep. 4, 2024

      Brennans Bay Campground and Marina

      Great RV park with Marina

      A great park on Sandy Pond and Lake Ontario.  Mostly Permanent sites with 6 transient sites overlooking the marina.  The park has a nice pool, pavilion, store and kids playground with a basketball court.  Great area for fishing, bass, trout, salmon and walleye.  Very clean and well maintained park.

    • Eric L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Valley Campground
      Sep. 4, 2024

      Beaver Valley Campground

      Clean, well laid out campground

      Clean, modern bathrooms.  Campsites were raked and ready for us when we arrived.  Super friendly staff!  Just a well laid out campground that was perfect for us.  Peaceful, a mix of wooded sites for RV's and open sites with their cabins.  2 swimming pools, really nice playground for the younger kids, 2 baseball fields.  Just a top notch place.

    • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Long Pond Campground
      Aug. 30, 2024

      Long Pond Campground

      Quiet and secluded

      Camped here for a one night stay. Campground was easy to locate and the road was in good shape.

      We stayed in the space across from the port-a-pottie. The other camping spaces we close enough to see their campfire at night but far enough away that it's still quiet.

      Campsites are level and long enough for a very small trailer. The trees are so thick we could not feed our solar panel.

      Site has no water, no garbage service and no phone signal.

    • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Long Pond Campground
      Aug. 25, 2024

      Long Pond Campground

      Nice Rustic Campground

      We came into the camping area on a Sunday and found site 7 available. 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. There were two young men fishing there at about 7 PM.

      There is no water or garbage services at this site. Most camping spots are ideal for tents or very small campers or trailers.

      The camp sites I saw all seemed to be large and level spots all located beneath the tree canopy. Sites seemed disbursed enough to provide a modest level of privacy.

      Would rate 5 stars if it had water and a garbage dumpster.

    • KThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Long Pond Campground
      Aug. 16, 2024

      Long Pond Campground

      Great for Dispersed Camping!

      I was initially worried about the other people camping here because I was almost immediately visited by them but the poor kids just needed to charge their phone so I obliged. 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. People have driven in to fish and kayak so I don’t feel isolated and afraid, and I am just a few steps away from sitting on the dock and admiring the scenery.

      There is a port-a-potty near the entrance but otherwise a “leave no trace” situation which is fine considering the ample forest coverage in case there is someone who drives in.

      Each spot seems to have plenty of shade and access to downed firewood, and it looks like there are fire pits at each site. Lots of good tinder left over from previous guests which has been helpful.

      Beautiful views, quiet, no insect issues so far, and if I had a rod and reel I wouldn’t need to worry for food at all. T-Mobile service has been exceptional as well. I am planning on staying here for a week or more and I see no reason to find another location as there is no fee or permit needed and you can stay up to 14 days I believe.

    • Tate T.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Delta Lake State Park Campground
      Aug. 10, 2024

      Delta Lake State Park Campground

      Nice but BUSY

      This was our first time here, and we were looking forward to a relaxing visit. The sites were very large and well spaced out, with a beautiful fire ring. The bathrooms were clean. This campground got a 3/5 mainly because quiet hours are not enforced. Unfortunately, people were up blaring radios until approximately 3 am, being roudy. At approximately 2 am, someone decided it would be a good idea to do burnouts with their diesel truck, and went around the camp loop twice, doing just that. Vehicles were driving by the campsites all night long. This is naturally not entirely the campgrounds fault, but it was unfortunate to be misled by the campground rules. On a positive note, the campground is dog friendly, in certain areas, with proof of rabies vaccination, of course. Overall, I would say that this campground is geared more toward the RV and trailer crowd.

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from West Canada Creek Campground
      Jul. 28, 2024

      West Canada Creek Campground

      Great Family Campground

      This campground has it all. Heated pool, great store, large sites, surrounded by trees, events, soft serve ice cream, tube rentals to float on the creek (river). FHU as well as tent sites and cabins. We love staying here, the facilities are clean and big showers.

    • Randall K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Green Lakes State Park Campground
      Jul. 17, 2024

      Green Lakes State Park Campground

      If you love a good bathroom…

      Yes, it’s true! You’ve hit the campground bathroom lottery here!

      Let’s start off with the pros: bathrooms are great! Super modern and clean and hot, free showers! Very handicap accessible as well.

      The whole campground is very well kept. Completely litter free and all the buildings and signs are modern and cool looking. Five stars all the way for the people running this place. They are doing an awesome job keeping it very fresh.

      Maintenance/facilities: 5 stars

      Camping sites:

      I’ll start with the positive. It was a simple and easy, level site. And we had electric. So it was good.

      The cons: There is zero privacy here. Virtually no trees or shrubs between sites and sites are close to each other. In the rolling meadow sites opt for the electric as the tent only sites are basically a sardine can of campers. I mean in one spot the tents were so close to each other I thought it was a group campsite but it was not. Like a group hostel room but with tents instead of bunks.

      We were only here for 1 night passing through and it was great for that but I would not feel comfortable hanging outside at my site in quarters so close. Maybe I’m just weird because many people did. I can’t imagine spending any longer than 1-2 nights here. I would stay again but would check out other camp spots first. In our area 118 and 120 seemed to the best that backed up onto trees as opposed to just other sites.

      Camping sites: 2 stars

      Amenities: there’s a lot to do here. However I feel I must say you cannot reach the lakes from the rolling meadow campground without a car, bike or very long walk. You can see a bit of round lake through the trees but it really isn’t accessible. Expectations are the doom of any trip so just keep that in mind. You’re not going to bed with any sort of lake views or sounds near you. Also you can only swim at the beach which is pretty small and guarded by some pretty enthusiastic lifeguards taking the job pretty seriously. I guess you will appreciate it if you have little kids to me it was a turn off as I don’t prefer to feel like a fish in a bowl when I swim. But again this is just personal preference! Also there were a lot of rules at this tiny beach - more than I have seen at pretty much any other beach anywhere in the world. Mostly I assume the rules are there to protect the water which I can appreciate but don’t expect a relaxing lake vibe here. Lots of picnic tables and a perfect place to have a picnic and chill for a bit. Very clean beach bath area and I really appreciated the charging station with 4 covered outlets available and a charging counter. I didn’t use it but was impressed someone thought to add that in to the building plans.

      With all the rules in place there is just one missing: No political propaganda of any type should be allowed at the campsites. We were almost blinded by idiocy each time we walked to the bathroom as we had to go past a full size Trump flag someone was flying in front of their site. Can’t even imagine the rage I would’ve felt if I had to camp next to that. Fortunately I found a cut through in the woods which I used to get around it on the way to the bathroom. Camping is where you go to get away from all of it! This is state owned land and they should not be allowing that sort of inflammatory full sized political flag in any area as it only raises the blood pressure instead of dropping it. You can’t bring your own SUP or kayak, face mask or list of any other things to the lake (rules) but you can have your heart attack inducing propaganda all over your site and in everyone else’s face - makes no sense.

      Would I stay here again: Yes. But only for 1 night passing through. I felt too crowded to be there for any length of time. It was hard for me to relax outside.

      Value was a 5 star because I had full electric for $30/night and there was plenty to do. I should note for kids this place is a goldmine! Great playgrounds everywhere and you can rent kayaks. And it’s great for bikes. And it was all very handicap accessible which I thought was very impressive. You can tell a lot of thought went into the facility side of park. If they cut out 1/4 of the camp sites it would be spacious and amazing. And the trumpeter is just a case of bad timing for me, not a permanent thing (although I do think they should ban that decoration of insanity at state run parks).

    • BThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Delta Lake State Park Campground
      Jun. 25, 2024

      Delta Lake State Park Campground

      overcrowded, tightly packed, sketchy campers

      I'm not used to seeing so many druggies in a state park: they typically can't afford a state park. I pulled in and my site was free on both sides. Then a small car pulled in and a woman sat on the picnic table chain-smoking cigarettes. A little later a pick up truck showed up with three more people. A little later another vehicle showed up with more people. I think at one point there were at least five people, but you couldn't tell if it was a family or, some strange tribe. Well, they camped right under my window and proceeded to burn fallen sticks and branches and whatever they could find. They came and left a lot probably to get drugs.

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Long Pond Campground
      Jun. 24, 2024

      Long Pond Campground

      Long Pond

      Some of the other state forests in the area are really nice, so I had high hopes for Long Pond but was disappointed. Long Pond is located in a state forest west of Smithfield Flats and Greene NY, and many locals come to Long Pond for fishing. The pond is quite large compared to other area pinds, and three 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 puer near campsite 1. All seem to be very popular, and the lake is very scrnic and very productive for fisherman. The camping situation is a little strange though. Campsite 1 is adjacent to the handicapped fishing pier, and is supposedly an accessible campsite. Though an all terrain wheelchair could navigate from car to campsite, a regular one could not due to gravel. In addition, there is no outhouse by the site, only one quite a ways down the lake. Also, the parking area at this campsite seems to be a major party spot as beer cans were thrown all over and even in the water. It was sad to see this. The other campsites nearby are not located in a distinct campground, but are strung out along the shoreline clise to the highways, each with its own driveway right off the highway, which creates a lake of privacy as passersby can quite easily pop right in off the highway. This doesnt seem real secure, and some if the campsites closest to the road had evidence of driveby garbage dumpers who popped in and dumped household garbage right in a couple of the campsites. In addition, the relatively new outhouse installed near the middle of the camping area has been vandalized and damaged already. Its a shame to see this, as otherwise the campsites are large and shaded and well spaced from each other and close to the pond. But I wouldnt want to camp here given the garbage and security and vandalism issues. Also, other than fishing there isnt much too do as there arent designated hiking trails here, though you could drive a few miles away to access some truck trails that are in another part of the state forest. Get a map of the forest from the website ahead of time though, as the info kiosk has been damaged and all info and signs and maps are missing!

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pharsalia Woods State Forest Dispersed
      Jun. 23, 2024

      Pharsalia Woods State Forest Dispersed

      Finger Lakes Trailhead off Grover Brown Rd

      The coordinates lead you to a small parking area at the end of Grover Brown Rd, which is accessed by going north from Rt 23. The road itself is in pretty rough shape, and is marked with a sign that says it is a low maintanence road. But if you follow the road north to the end, you will come to a dead end and a parking circle that gives you the option of hiking north past a gate into the state forest on a hunting trail, or west onto the Finger Lakes Trail where dispersed camping is allowed within the state forest. However, the whole road in is a tough ride, it is posted extensively en route that you are passing private property with no trespassing allowed until you see the DEC sign announcing the border of the state forest. The parking area is overgrown, the neighbors aling the road en route seem frustrated with hikers coming into the forest via this route, and the Trailhead here for the Finger Lakes Trail is blocked by downed trees that seem to have been there for a while. While you might try to hike the trail for day use, I wonder if this may not be a great place to leave your car during a foray into the woods for dispersed camping. Although the Pharsalia Forest is beautiful throughout, and dispersed camping is allowed throughout, there are better places to access it. There are also designated primitive campsites in several locations in other areas of this state forest which are worthy of your camping adventures! You

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area
      Jun. 23, 2024

      Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area

      Primitive camping at Stoney Pond

      This is a primitive state forest campground on the south shore of Stoney Pond. There are 15 drive-in campsites widely spaced and set into the woods, and two developed walk-in sites on the west shore. Site number 1 is quite flat and open and could accomodate a trailer or camper van but isnt very scenic. The other sites are great for tenting but the drive-ins are variable. There are several new clean outhouses with doors meant to be wide enough for wheelchairs, but the gravel roads of the campground are not very wheelchair friendly. There is one site set aside for picnicking and day use only, on a very pretty spit on the south shore. There is a small boat launch meant for canoes and kayaks and small non mototized fishing boats, alongside a gravel peninsula for shore fishing. The pond is pretty with mature shade trees, and the campground also has a trailhead to access a large network of hiking trails. If you want to backpack in, dispersed camping is allowed throughout the forest

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Morgan Hill Forest—Onondaga Trailhead campground
      Jun. 18, 2024

      Morgan Hill Forest—Onondaga Trailhead campground

      Morgan Hill OT/NCST trailhead campground

      This is a small state forest campground in the Morgan Hill forest from which you can directly access the Onondaga Trail branch of the National North Country scenic trail. Although the campsites here are primitive and free, they are official developed campsites and not really “dispersed” campsites. There are several basic tent spots, which are just cleared grassy areas adjacent to the trailhead parking circle; BUT in addition, there are two lovely developed campsites with parking spot right next to a cement pad with picnic tables and fire pits. These are very nice roomy wooded campsites, and the  developed sites are supposedly ADA accessible —but while I agree that the picnic tables and cement pad around the fireplace can certainly accomodate wheelchairs, and the tenting area is roomy, note that there are NO OTHER ADA amenities at these sites, eg no water source and NO toilet or outhouse right at the campground. While you can drive right up to your campsite location, which is accessible, you would actually have to hike quite a long ways west on the OnondagaTrail to access a pit toilet, or to have stream access for obtaining water to boil, so you DO need to come prepared to use the bushes by your campsite and leave no trace, plus bring your own water. (See attached map where I circled the campground area in orange) That being said, this location is peaceful and quiet with mature trees and plenty of distance between neighboring campers, and would be an ideal setting for a group campout. Hiking the trail west on a day trip will bring you to the beautiful Tinker Falls, which may not be flowing during dry seasons but is still a gorge worth exploring! You can best access this campground from the south side of the forest; the entrance is from state route 13 on Morgan Hill Rd south,  adjacent to a very nice farm stand that is a good stop  for supplies, and there is a DEC forest sign to mark the turn off from Rt 13.  After that, you are on your own and should bring a map to navigate as the hiking trails are marked with signs where they cross the roads, but the road to turn off from Morgan Hill Rd to the campground is not marked. You can set your driving directions on Google Maps beforehad, to this endpoint: https://www.google.com/maps/dir//42.767846,-75.997552/@42.7799792,-76.08097,12z?entry=ttu

      You might also want to download the free Avenza map of the forest which will allow you to navigate real time even if you don't have cell service, that link is here: https://store.avenza.com/products/morgan-hill-state-forest-nysdec-map?queryID=eb824498ff4125babc1c06655b111da4&objectID=42626406056092

       general info for this state forest is here: 

      https://dec.ny.gov/places/morgan-hill-state-forest

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Morgan Hill State Forest Dispersed
      Jun. 18, 2024

      Morgan Hill State Forest Dispersed

      Primitive Dispersed camping at Morgan Hill

      This location has a set of 2 large trailhead parking lots for hikers and backpackers accessing the vast trail network of the Morgan Hill State Forest. (See area circled in image on map) You do not camp here at these parking lots, but from here can backpack in to the woods on the Onondaga Trail or connecting trails, and from there you can do LNT dispersed camping as long as you follow the state forest camping rules(see this link for more details: https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/camping/state-land-rules) such as not setting up camp within 150 of a stream or other body or water, and not near an official campground (There are 2 official drive-in primitive camp grounds in the vicinty, for which you need permits from the local ranger; otherwise, elsewhere in the forest you can backpack the various trails and camp at your own site if you leave no trace). You need to bring your own water, there is none provided here, and be prepared to pack out your own garbage. Be sure to download a copy of the forest map with the trails network marked, as the various trails are blazed and have occasional signs, but they crisscross in a confusing network and you can get easily turned around without a map. The woods are beautiful and the trails are well developed, but also be prepared for ticks and the need for repellent as they are thick in spring and early summer. Note: the trails going west from here enter the Labrador Hollow Unique area, which is part of the state forest but is a special preserve where camping is NOT allowed, so be aware of your lication

    • Russel M.
      Camper-submitted photo from The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone
      Jun. 18, 2024

      The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

      Turning Stone has lovely

      Turning Stone has lovely locations and is kept up nicely. Over Memorial Day weekend, the weather is gorgeous for spring. Every fully equipped site, with complete shade or full sun. been visiting for more than 25 years. Nearby are a golf course, food options, a casino, and @geometry dash online .

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Bear Wallow Pond Dispersed Campsite in Pharsalia Woods
      Jun. 16, 2024

      Bear Wallow Pond Dispersed Campsite in Pharsalia Woods

      Bear Wallow Pond

      This is a primitive undeveloped campsite, there is a clearing for tenting but no potable water or amenities of any kind. The site is adjacent to a small parking area and fishing access on a really beautiful pond, which is unnamed on the map but is an impoundment of Bear Wallow Creek so it can be considered Bear Wallow Pond. I have been there in both summer, when the shoreline wildflowers are riotous, and in fall when the changing leaves are breathtaking. If you camp here, you can kayak or fish on the pond, go mountain biking on the network of state forest roads that are all part of the Pharsalia Woods Game Refuge, or access the Finger Lakes Trail or Canasawacta Creek Trail (see website for this listing for map of the refuge and more info at https://cnyhiking.com/FLT-PharsaliaWMA.htm)

      You can get to the site from state highway 23 via the Benedict Hill Rd, or from the hamlet of Beaver Meadow going south and west of Cole Hill via Mud Lane. A peaceful pretty wooded spot not far from either Norwich or South Otselic for an easy overnight or weekend. I give it 4 stars not for amenities but for being an idyllic example of a dispersed primitive site

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Glimmerglass State Park Campground
      Jun. 11, 2024

      Glimmerglass State Park Campground

      It glimmers like glass! The lake and more

      Both the Glimmerglass State Park and the Glimmerglass Festival Opera House list their location as Cooperstown, but in actuality the Park is 8 miles outside of Cooperstown on the northeast side of Otsego Lake, with the Opera House nearby on the northwest corner of the lake nearby. If you are going to visit one, you should also visit the other! In fact the park is an ideal spot to stay if you are wanting to take in any of the Glimmerglass music or theater productions which have quite a professional lineup in the summer season. If staying at the park you will also enjoy the amazing beach and waterfront on Otsego Lake, and great kayaking on the lake as well as the stream flowing into it. You can also hike, ot take a day trip into Cooperstown, especially for museums and all things baseball.

      The camping opportunities give you three options: the main campground by the park office, which is wooded and shady and has electric hookups as needed, and is close to the beach, but you will have a lot of neighbors. If you want a quiet tenting experience, choose the Beaver Pond primitive tenting campground! This offers a small number of large, well spaced and private tent only sites set back in the woods by a beautiful pond and by the Beaver Hiking trail. Very peaceful with more solitude than the main campground, but a longer walk to the beach. The third and newest option, the Travis Field campsites, reminds me of an overflow parking area at an outdoor festival, unfortunately just a bunch of basic tent campsites plunked in an open grassy field located in between the beach and the Beaver Pond sites. I am guessing the park has greater demand for campsites than the original campground offers, so they put these spots up in an open field, and maybe folks would rather have these sites than nothing if they want a week at the lake, but they would not be a first choice unless perhaps you have a group that wants to gather together and take a block of these sites. I didnt check out the cabins, but there are some, which might be especially good if you want to come in the winter as the park is open year round

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      Camper-submitted photo from West Canada Creek Campground
      Jan. 25, 2024

      West Canada Creek Campground

      Great campground

      I visited this campground. One of the notable features of West Canada Creek Campground is its proximity to outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, playing uno online, and kayaking. The West Canada Creek itself is known for its trout fishing, attracting anglers from various skill levels. Additionally, the surrounding area offers hiking trails that lead to scenic viewpoints and natural landmarks. The campground provides various amenities and facilities for campers. These may include spacious campsites suitable for tents and RVs, picnic tables, campfire rings, and clean restroom facilities. It's always a good idea to check with the campground directly or consult recent reviews for the most up-to-date information on amenities and services.

    • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Selkirk Shores State Park Campground
      Dec. 28, 2023

      Selkirk Shores State Park Campground

      4 Different Loops

      This campground is 4 different loops- A loop is like the loop for people here for fishing, B loop is the mellower crowd, and C and D were our nightmares: mass chaos, children running amok, loud groups, no thanks. Apparently C and D are always booked and full, because people like that it’s closest to the beach trail, the playground, and the camp store. We chose a site in loop B and were happy with our choice. None of the sites at the campground have any privacy from your neighbor, you’re all sort of camped in a big circle. Sites 66 and 67 are the exception that we saw, they’re off together to the side and would be a good choice for two groups camping together. 

      There are dumpsters here, and there’s recycling for redeemable bottles and cans only, with proceeds going to the campground’s rec center. That was the most recycling I’ve seen offered at a NY state park campground yet, at least it’s something. 

      All sites are electric, some are 30 and some are 50amp. There’s a nice new dump station with several dumps and potable water. Good cell reception for both Verizon and ATT. NY State campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccinations for your dogs.

    • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from O Land
      Oct. 20, 2023

      O Land

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      Camper-submitted photo from West Canada Creek Campground
      Oct. 15, 2023

      West Canada Creek Campground

      Wonderful camping experience!

      My wife, our 3-year old son and myself had the pleasure of spending 10 beautiful weeks at West Canada Creek Campground.

      From our first interaction to the time we left and every moment in between the owners of the campground were welcoming, kind, friendly and just overwhelming pleasant.

      Under new ownership as of Summer 2022. The new owners, Imrana and Jason, made us feel welcomed from the moment we checked in. Whether it be making recommendations for food, sightseeing or things to do in the area. Jason even went as far as stopping by our site to make sure everything was up to our satisfaction.

      The property is clean and well manicured. The camp store is well stocked. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well kept. The laundry room is clean and machines are new.

      The West Canada Creek wraps around the entire property and provides such a tranquil backdrop. The sites are surrounded by lush oaks and pines. Makes it feel as though you are truly immersed in nature. Most of the sites are fairly level, either gravel or grass.

      The campground also has a tubing business on property with an upstream shuttle as well as an ice cream stand! There is a playground with slides and swings as well as a swimming pool. There is a beach volleyball court, half court basketball and horseshoe pits.

      We stayed on three different sites (2 partial hookups, 1 full hookup). Each site was level and easily accessible.

      Throughout our 10 weeks there, we encountered dozens and dozens of guests who have been returning to this campground year after year.

      Their themed weekends and accompanying activities throughout the season are wonderful. We had the pleasure of staying for Labor Day weekend in which they had a kids carnival set up among many other things. Their Halloween weekend is truly a must see, with wagon rides and trick-or-treating! This weekend like many others fill up nearly a year in advance. Return guests reserve their spot the following year before they even check out.

      There are a number of seasonal sites with repeat guests who return year after year. Everyone we met was friendly and hospitable. The seasonal guest sites are well kept and clean and gives the campground a safe and serene atmosphere.

      The guests at the seasonal sites are invested in this campground, volunteering for the themed weekends. A vast majority of them go all out for Halloween weekend, decorating their sites and RV’s.

      Having had the opportunity to be on property for an extended time, I personally witnessed the dedication and love the owners are pouring into this campground daily. They continue to make improvements and updates that not only made our time here more enjoyable, but will certainly guarantee current and future guests will be returning year after year.

      We had a tremendous time here and would highly recommend visiting. We will certainly be returning. We are so happy to have been apart of the West Canada Creek Campground family.



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