Top Tent Camping near Ontario, NY

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Best Tent Sites Near Ontario, NY (9)

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      1. Twilight on the Erie RV Resort

      3 Reviews
      17 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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      2. The PineApple Farm

      1 Review
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      1 Save

      Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Unwind on our woodland trails adjacent to the Erie Canal trail. Try Camping Off grid with solar power and a 55 gallon water supply! To make your stay even more memorable we have an outhouse and a COLD solar shower. There are USB ports inside for charging your phone. The bedroom is 10x10 and fully enclosed with a small solar fan, lights and a few good books. For cooking: there is a fire pit also used for sunsets & stargazing!

      This is CAMPING, completely “Off-grid” located in the woodland but close to the main house. It is cooled by the breezes and/or a small fan when needed on hot nights.

      The living area is on the outdoor deck. A long bench in the “living room” and a great table for dining. The bedroom is a 10x10 space that is fully enclosed with windows that open on 3 sides for fresh air. The outhouse (a modern one - hole). and shower are “out back)

      There is a smoking area in the field next to the fire pit. It is the ONLY place smoking is allowed.

      There are over 20 acres of woodland in a DEC crop tree management program, the property connects to the Erie Canal hiking/biking trail that runs between Buffalo and Albany or in a more local sense, between Palmyra and Newark, NY

      This is camping. You may see and hear deer, turkey, skunk, raccoons, birds, insects, reptiles and other “wild things” both day and night

      Solar fan, lights and USB port is available for charging

      There is a fire pit/grill and firewood is supplied, you can get eggs from our free range chickens and there is a campfire coffee pot if you are ready to cook over the campfire!

      There is a Coleman cooler available for your ice and cold foods.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Cabins
      • Glamping

      $109 - $150 / night

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        3. Catbird Hill

        2 Reviews
        5 Saves

        This site is no longer available

        • Tents

        $50 / night

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        4. Back-Achers Campsites

        4 Reviews
        3 Photos
        50 Saves
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • Tents
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        6. Holiday Hill Campground

        2 Reviews
        7 Photos
        7 Saves
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Tents
        • Picnic Table
        • WiFi
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          7. Sunset RV Park

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          5 Saves
          • Pets
          • Electric Hookups
          • Tents
          • Picnic Table
          • Toilets
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          8. Glamorous Camping in the Finger Lakes

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          7 Photos
          3 Saves
          • Fires
          • Tents
          • Group
          • Tent Cabin
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          • Picnic Table

          $90 - $150 / night

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          Recent Tent Reviews In Ontario

          329 Reviews of 9 Ontario Campgrounds


          • Bulldog A.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Southwoods RV Resort

            BEST CAMPGROUND IN WESTERN NY

            DYLAN & TIFFANY ARE AWESOME! THEY ARE HELPFUL CARING AND SO NICE!!! WE STAYED MONTHLY AND GO TO FLORIDA FOR THE WINTER AND ARE COMING BACK NEXT YEAR!

          • CThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park
            Oct. 2, 2024

            Letchworth State Park

            Beautiful park with lots to see

            Nice trails and lots to do. Verizon coverage at our campsite was mostly non-existent. Showers were spacious but floors were always wet from floors not being sloped properly. Yea, we're shower snobs. :). Beautiful waterfalls and gorge!

          • R
            Camper-submitted photo from Sterling Creek Campground
            Sep. 30, 2024

            Sterling Creek Campground

            Lipstick on a pig

            After 6 years of 2 weeks visits

            Pros: New owners have made improvements to be up to code and qualifications for KOA standards. 

            Cons: Still has environment of nosy, trashy seasonal campers who are always being rude or commenting on your gear/unit. 

            If you are looking for a quick flip bit same ole suspects, this is the place for you.

          • m
            Camper-submitted photo from Cayuga Lake State Park
            Sep. 24, 2024

            Cayuga Lake State Park

            Tent camping in a backyard

            Tent camping here felt like we were camping in a neighborhood backyard. We could hear so many different families talking and really doing everything you do while camping but the area felt so open and unobstructed voices carried and in the evening when everyone was building campfires the smoke could be overwhelming at times.

          • Rui T.
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            Sep. 18, 2024

            Sned Acres Campground

            Great getaway time

            5/5 Stars!

            I recently stayed at Sned Acres Campground, and it was an incredible experience! The campground is beautifully maintained with stunning views of Cayuga Lake. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. The facilities were spotless, and the campsites were spacious and well-kept. Whether you’re RVing or tent camping, there’s plenty of space and privacy.

            The location is perfect for exploring the Finger Lakes region, with wineries, hiking, and local attractions just a short drive away. The peaceful atmosphere and serene surroundings made for a relaxing getaway. I can’t recommend Sned Acres enough – we’ll definitely be back!

          • SThe Dyrt PRO User
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            Sep. 15, 2024

            Conesus Lake Campground

            Conesus Lake Campground

            Cozy campground. Clean single person bathrooms. Golf cart, paddle board and kayak rentals available. Campground is on a very steep hill so it is difficult to walk around.

          • June B.The Dyrt PRO User
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            Sep. 13, 2024

            Hamlin Beach State Park

            Beautiful and quiet

            07 and 08 2024.  We stayed in loop A, the showers and bathrooms are newer in this area and no matter what time of day or night I went, they were clean.  Sites have a good amount of trees and shade, if you need solar, look on Google maps first before picking site.  The parkway to Hamlin may have some shorter underpasses for tall rigs, so pay attention or check ahead if you have a large rig.  The beach is great, and there are several playgrounds for kids.  Never saw the dump stations busy, but then again we didn't go right at check out time either.  Kids will be kids and laugh and play during the day, even though we're retired, we enjoy the sound of happy children.  Come quiet time, it was just that, quiet.  Odds are you will need to level your rig, dirt, stone etc., but that's to be expected, we are camping after all.  All the staff that we came in contact with were pleasant and helpful.  We live relatively near Hamlin and plan on going there several times a year.  Perfect get away.

          • Brandon L.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Letchworth State Park
            Jul. 12, 2024

            Letchworth State Park

            Amazing place to stay

            We had a great time here we stayed for a whole week to get the extra savings and we loved every day of it. There was something new every day. The waterfalls were amazing. The rec center had tons of activities and sports for the kids to do. They had a really cool playground, which was like a rope course.

          • David M.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Sned Acres Campground
            Jun. 7, 2024

            Sned Acres Campground

            Beautiful Wide Open grounds with a lot of flat nice grass

            We stayed here for Memorial Day Weekend and really enjoyed Sned Acres. The Grounds are well taken care of (although some areas around the playgrounds and pool could have been weed whacked better) there is a lot of grass and wide open areas for playing games, walking your dogs and you can let your dogs drag their leashes so they have free roam and feel like they are running free. The large pond is nice, there were a lot of campers fishing. The general store is well stocked and the family running the campground and store are very friendly. There is a nice pool for the kids. The only thing that would make Sned better is a little more spacing between the sites, they are close (we were in F130) to where if you open your window shades in your camper your neighbors are 5-10 feet away from you. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

          • SThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Southwoods RV Resort
            Jun. 2, 2024

            Southwoods RV Resort

            Southwoods review

            Bathrooms were very clean. Quiet campground. Lots of plays areas for kids. Weekend sites would be pretty tight together if they were fully booked. Golf carts not available.

          • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Lakeview Camping Area — Fair Haven Beach State Park
            Dec. 28, 2023

            Lakeview Camping Area — Fair Haven Beach State Park

            We decided to move on

            We drove through here but didn’t stay. The non-electric sites were pretty much all on hilly areas, most would be impossible for an RV to get level, though there were a few that would have worked. 

            We drove through the “bluffs” loop (electric sites), thinking it would be beautiful and look out on the water, but it was a nightmare for us, with huge RVs jam packed side by side like a parking lot. 

            The lakeview loop was nicer, but still too many RVs all in a row. There are also cute cabins here for rent. 

            When we were there the city was under a water advisory- all water had to be boiled before any kind of use. There was a dump station, and trash bins but no recycling (I’m disappointed in the lack of recycling at NY State campgrounds!) So, we moved on to Selkirk SP and stayed there instead.

          • Anna C.
            Camper-submitted photo from Red Rock Ponds RV Resort
            Dec. 21, 2023

            Red Rock Ponds RV Resort

            trip

            This year I went on a road trip to Portugal. I had a lot of fun on this trip and definitely recommend going there. I started my trip from Faro and I didn't regret it because it turned out to be a great place to start the trip, so that's where it all started. I rented a car for my trip on Rental24.co.uk



          Guide to Ontario

          Camping near Ontario, New York, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

          What to do:

          • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Watkins Glen State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, “The access to Watkins Glen! My site was in Loop D which has a direct hiking trail to the trail along Watkins Glen!”
          • Water Activities: Enjoy paddleboarding and fishing at Letchworth State Park Campground. A visitor shared, “We went paddleboarding... You can paddle down to Hector Falls and see it from the water.”
          • Family Fun: Check out the playgrounds and recreational activities at Sampson State Park Campground. One reviewer noted, “Place is great for kids. Lots to do with a couple of playgrounds, guarded swimming area, kayak rentals, movie nights.”

          What campers like:

          • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers at Hamlin Beach State Park Campground. A happy camper said, “Bath houses are beautiful & the beach is lovely!”
          • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the generous space at Keuka Lake State Park Campground. One visitor remarked, “The sites are all super spacious and private.”
          • Natural Beauty: The scenic views at Taughannock Falls State Park Campground are a big hit. A reviewer stated, “The fall itself is amazing and the location is unbeatable since you’re camping in the State Park.”

          What you should know:

          • Site Proximity: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together, which can affect privacy. A camper at Stony Brook State Park Campground mentioned, “Some of the sites are very close together, but if you look around, you can get one that has a little bit more privacy.”
          • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have stores or markets nearby. A visitor at Fillmore Glen State Park Campground noted, “There are no camp stores, but firewood & ice were available at check-in station.”
          • Weather Considerations: Rain can impact your camping experience. One camper at Lake Bluff RV Park said, “The campground was very wet and really didn't dry out after a warm sunny day.”

          Tips for camping with families:

          • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of family-friendly activities. One camper at Letchworth State Park Campground mentioned, “The rec center had tons of activities and sports for the kids to do.”
          • Choose the Right Site: Look for sites that are spacious and have easy access to amenities. A camper at Sampson State Park Campground noted, “Most sites are pretty spacious.”
          • Pack Snacks: Bring plenty of snacks and drinks, especially if the campground lacks a store. A visitor at Hamlin Beach State Park Campground suggested, “The camp store was great and even had a separate mini farmer's market with fresh veggies and fresh baked goods.”

          Tips from RVers:

          • Check Site Levels: Some sites may not be level, so bring leveling blocks. A camper at Six Flags Darien Lake Campground mentioned, “Site is very unleveled; water and electric far away.”
          • Bring Long Cords: Ensure you have long electric cords and hoses, as some hookups can be far from your site. A visitor at Lake Bluff RV Park noted, “The site I am in is 5” off over 8’ side to side.”
          • Be Prepared for Crowds: If you're camping during peak season, expect busy campgrounds. A camper at Taughannock Falls State Park Campground said, “The crowd was definitely loud and nosy.”

          Camping near Ontario, New York, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

          Frequently Asked Questions

          • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Ontario, NY?

            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Ontario, NY is Twilight on the Erie RV Resort with a 4-star rating from 3 reviews.

          • What is the best site to find tent camping near Ontario, NY?

            TheDyrt.com has all 9 tent camping locations near Ontario, NY, with real photos and reviews from campers.