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    Campgrounds near Paris, New York range from established facilities with full amenities to primitive sites in state forests. The area includes several highly-rated options like The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone in Verona and Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA, which offer diverse accommodation types including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping opportunities. State parks such as Delta Lake, Green Lakes, and Glimmerglass provide additional camping options within a short drive, with many featuring waterfront access, hiking trails, and family-friendly amenities.

    Seasonal considerations heavily influence camping experiences in this region of New York, with most established campgrounds operating from May through October. Winter camping is limited primarily to a few state forests that permit primitive camping year-round. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holiday periods when facilities reach capacity. The terrain varies from flat, accessible sites in developed campgrounds to more rugged, remote locations in state forests like Charles E. Baker and Bucks Brook. A camper reviewing Long Pond noted, "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."

    State parks in the region consistently receive positive reviews for their amenities and natural features. Green Lakes State Park Campground stands out with its "brand new restroom facilities and playgrounds," according to one visitor who described it as "a great example of what a state park should be." Several reviewers mentioned the quality of waterfront access, with Delta Lake State Park earning praise for its "huge beach and locker rooms." Primitive camping options in state forests provide more solitude but fewer amenities. Campers seeking privacy might prefer locations like DevilDoc Campsites, where one visitor appreciated that "the campsites themselves are huge - this isn't a state park site where you're smushed on top of your neighbor." For RV travelers, multiple campgrounds offer full hookups, with The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone and Butternut Hill RV Campground specifically catering to this audience.

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      1. Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA

      4.3(18)19mi from ParisRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Keeping in mind , it is a busy family resort during prime season and holidays, so if you're looking for a quiet, non-crowded location, this may not be the place for you (unless you try it in offseason)"

      "You have easy access to the river for your fishing desire, or you can try your hand at mining for diamonds( real open put diamond mine."

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      2. The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

      4.9(10)17mi from ParisRVs

      "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."

      from $65 - $75 / night

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      3. Lake Chalet Motel and Campground

      4.3(3)8mi from ParisRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The first time that myself and friends spent the weekend at Lake Chalet Ron cut up our firewood for us and was very attentive to anything around the campground."

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      4. Delta Lake State Park Campground

      4.2(15)21mi from Paris101 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "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."

      from $24 - $32 / night

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      5. Glimmerglass State Park Campground

      4.7(21)27mi from Paris47 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Only downside is there is not a hiking/walking path down to the lake from the campground. Very nice bathrooms w shower and wash station. Electricity and water available at or near each campsite."

      "Close to Cooperstown and within driving distance from Oneonta. Quiet and spacious campsites"

      from $14 - $26 / night

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      6. Butternut Hill RV Campground

      4.5(2)14mi from ParisRVs

      "There is also a famous Inn and restaurant, the Landmark Inn, which anchors the town, adjacent to a trailhead for a hiking trail along the historic Chenango Canal, an offshoot of the Erie Canal. "

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      7. Green Lakes State Park Campground

      4.6(42)33mi from Paris140 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      from $20 - $116 / night

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      8. Tilden Hill Farm

      5.0(1)14mi from ParisRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $30 / night

      9. West Canada Creek Campground

      4.8(4)20mi from Paris11 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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."

      "The West Canada Creek wraps around the entire property and provides such a tranquil backdrop. The sites are surrounded by lush oaks and pines."

      from $64 - $999 / night

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      10. Charles E. Baker State Forest

      4.5(2)17mi from ParisTents

      "Only found one designated campsite, which was available, but there’s a lot of good space for dispersed camping right nearby. Access at the end of a long, but well maintained, dirt road."

      "Beautiful forest with miles of trails. I found this spot passing through on my bike and had no problem pitching a tent in a secluded spot in the woods."

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    • MThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 10, 2026

      Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA

      Interesting things to do at this campground

      We've stayed here half a dozen times, usually for an evening along our camping trips. We did stay an extra day once to do some of the activities available.

      It's a bit of a haul to get to the campground and the first time we were sure that we had missed a turn as we left Herkimer and headed up smaller and more winding roads to the campground. The turn off to the campground comes up fast and is quite sharp so be on the lookout for it.

      The campground has many sites including back in and pull through. Not the largest of sites, but lots of green space to give the campground a park like feel. Some camp sites are right along the West Canada Creek. You can swim/wade in it, in addition to riding rafts along it.

      There is a working "diamond" mine at the campground where you can try your hand at mining, or just buy some of the crystals that someone else did the work to get. There is a nice restaurant open most days (we have always managed to miss the days that it's open) in addition to stands near the mine that sell hot dogs and burgers.

      There is a nice, large pool. In the park like area around it they have stands that sell mixed drinks, and others that sell ice cream and other deserts. The camp store is medium-large and has supplies, food, souvenirs (including Herkimer Diamond), etc.

    • Kelly B.
      Jun. 7, 2026

      Spruce Creek Campground

      Very pleased.

      We have been seasonal campers for years. It is very quiet.I live around 7 minutes from this campsite and i will always come back. The owner talks to you no matter where you see him. He helps you out with anything you need. He is always busy doing something . If anything goes wrong on your campsite he is quick to fix it. I appreciate everything he is doing.

    • Ilce H.
      May. 9, 2026

      Stoney Pond State Forest Camping Area

      Free spot!

      I likes this spot and i really like that you need a reservation as well just to secure your spot! The spots are big and great walks as well if you have dogs. Easy access to the pond too. 20 minutes to waterfall state park & there is a maple shop not too far as well for treats etc.

    • Abby H.
      Apr. 19, 2026

      Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA

      Disrespect & Discrimination

      Long read, but so worth it! Below is the review that I posted last August after our vacation. Mind you, the vacation for my immediate family has been 10 years in a row and when I was a kid the same! The incident that happened was with our friends and therefore when I wrote the review, it stated what I witnessed! I was hoping that management changed and/ or they fixed the problems so I was willing to give it another try, I mean, this has been apart of my childhood and my children’s so why not! I called today, lady was super nice and helping me look through all the campsites because we come with so many people! I paid and then friends of ours called. After they called, our friends said that my reservation was cancelled. What??? So I called back thinking it was something on my end. I then had to wait for management to call back. Called back, and whoever I spoke with was extremely rude! She basically told me I was never welcome back and that the owners said so! Now mind you through this whole thing, I never talked to the owners. So do the owners only take one side of the story? I’m not even someone that this incident directly happened to! I said, well can I please speak to your manager or the owner. No, i am the manager, you are not welcome back. I told her that everyone in our party will probably cancel as well and her response was“I’m just waiting for 1 person to call me”! I said a few choice words and I hung up. CRYING. WHAT????? Are you discriminating me because of an issue you had with another camper???? I can’t believe what this has amounted to. So instead of dealing with your issues you just don’t allow people back? Instead of having the owner or management actually call and have a respectful, which was not had, conversation with someone you just brush it off! I have come to Herkimer longer than some of these people have worked there! I really don’t have words for how I feel. And to make matters worse I always go over my dad’s anniversary of his death, August 5, because this was his favorite place and now I can’t go and neither can my children. Great job herkimer diamond mines koa! I applaud you on your discrimination, disrespect and the lack of empathy you have for your campers! Especially the ones who have been a constant! I’m assuming Phil and his wife are still management, good luck! And to the campers that wish to go there, I really hope you enjoy yourselves because it truly is an amazing place. Unfortunately, my memories had to stop here! August 2025 This review is extremely hard for me to write, but what I had witnessed for a week of being there is disgusting& just simply not right. My family has been coming to Herkimer KOA for decades. Throughout the years, we have shown many other families this"gem"... or so we thought. This year was a bit different, there are new camp managers... This week I have witnessed human waste being sprayed all over campsites, management that discredits everything you say, management that thinks its okay to have charges on your bill that they cant even explain, ice cream cart that closes right before the last kid orders& leaves in tears, bathrooms that are disgusting! This is NOT THE HERKIMER I REMEMBER AS A KID! If you look on google, the owners of this campground is a family that has owned it for 50 years! That's amazing& kudos to them! But Phil, Phil is going to ruin every ounce of what they have worked so hard for!& being a business owner, you want management there representing YOU! Doing what YOU would do if you were there. Those owners should not be receiving mine& my friends reviews today if management did their job! Unfortunately, again very hard to say, we will not be returning if Phil is there.& I can honestly say, that the 14-20 families we bring every time, that spend thousands of dollars, will not be as well! Thank you Phil for ruining a vacation I personally held so close to my heart.& because you don't care about how you treat people& how you manage, you have lost years& years& years of loyalty.

    • Sierra W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 31, 2026

      North Lake Resevoir

      So Beautiful and Peaceful

      Still quite a bit of snow at the entrance once I got past that it was easy site are perfect right on the water with a little out house across. Breathtaking views!

    • Emily M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 28, 2026

      Long Pond Campground

      Great dispersed camp sites

      All the roads are gravel, so it might get a little muddy after a big rain but I had no issue with a low clearance car driving around to explore the sites available. About half the sites are spread out in a large patch of spruce trees, I stayed at one of these. You can hear and sometimes see cars on the main road from your site but overall the spruce trees give you a lot more privacy. Had a neighbor blasting their speaker and didn't even hear it until I was walking by on that stretch of road. You might catch a glimpse of someone's fire at night, but it mostly felt like I had the place to myself. The other half are clustered much closer together among some deciduous trees but all the sites are pretty spacious, with a picnic table, fire pit, and easy access to the water. You might get a visit from day-use visitors looking for water access, especially if you pick a site closer to the water access paths, so if you're looking for more seclusion you may want to look elsewhere, but I didn't mind and the people who did stop near my site were respectful and didn't seem to want to disturb me once they saw the site near the water access was occupied. A free permit is needed for camping during the on-season. I stayed off-season and most of the sites were unoccupied, but I could see this being a popular spot during the warmer months. Port-a-potties are also not available off-season – be prepared to find a good cat hole spot or bring a wag bag if you're not self-contained. Seeing some litter around my site was a bit of a bummer (don't be that guy!), but overall the sites looked pretty clean and well-maintained. I did notice some broken glass at my site, so if you have pets (or shoe-averse children) be mindful of their paw pads (and feet). There's plenty of downed wood for making a fire, and I passed a couple homes selling firewood on the side of the road on the way. Service was spotty (AT&T) but if you wandered around enough you could get a couple bars to send a text, or if you really needed to, drive up the road a couple of minutes. I would easily stay here again, but if I came during the main season I'd probably want to plan a mid-week trip and get my permit and claim my site as soon as possible.

    • E
      Mar. 27, 2026

      Tilden Hill Farm

      Beautiful campground

      Beautiful and well- maintained. Very roomy sites. Owner is friendly and responds quickly to calls.

    • Dale H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Feb. 23, 2026

      Fort Plain Lock 15 on Empire Trail

      Not plowed in winter

      Great spot, great location. FYI to anyone who comes in the winter, it's not plowed, so you may need to adjust your plans accordingly.

    • Pete V.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 12, 2025

      Fort Plain Lock 15 on Empire Trail

      Nice quiet overnight stay

      This was a quiet overnight stay, just as the other reviewers say, a gravel parking lot that is easy to find a level spot in. This is on the river with a nice view. Lots of trains rolling through across the river but the noise wasn't an issue for me. There was a police officer that drove through the lot and drove around my campervan and continued on his way so I know that it is okay to overnight there.

    Guide to Paris

    Camping near Paris, New York primarily offers seasonal options from spring through fall, with most facilities closing by mid-October. The region sits in central New York at elevations between 500-1,200 feet, creating distinct camping environments across the Mohawk Valley and foothills of the Adirondacks. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing, explaining why most campgrounds operate on a May to October schedule.

    What to do

    Water activities on Oneida Lake: Verona Beach State Park Campground offers direct lakefront access with excellent swimming options. One camper noted, "There is a public, life-guarded beach. It is a wooded area on beautiful Oneida Lake." The park recently upgraded facilities, with another visitor mentioning they "love to hang out at the splash pad and the state recently revamped some of the playgrounds."

    Gemstone hunting: Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA combines camping with unique mining opportunities. "The diamond mines are very cool also, I found some excellent diamonds!" shared one camper. This activity makes for a distinctive family experience, with the mine located directly across from the campground. Many visitors plan multi-day trips around this activity.

    Tubing excursions: West Canada Creek Campground specializes in creek tubing adventures. The campground "has a tubing business on property with an upstream shuttle as well as an ice cream stand!" according to one visitor. The West Canada Creek wraps around the property, creating natural tubing routes with shuttle service available for return trips.

    What campers like

    Clean, modern facilities: Green Lakes State Park Campground features recently renovated amenities that campers consistently praise. "This state park campground is one of the few that offer full hook ups. The bathrooms have been remodeled and most are private with a toilet, shower and sink," one reviewer shared. Another noted the "brand new restroom facilities and playgrounds."

    Spacious, well-organized sites: The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone receives high marks for thoughtful layout. "Sites are spacious, lots to do for kids, facilities are new and clean," wrote one camper. Another mentioned, "Very well thought out. All sites are full hookups (i think) and paved. Definitely geared towards the RV or trailer crowd."

    Free primitive camping options: Charles E. Baker State Forest provides no-cost dispersed camping opportunities. "Beautiful forest with miles of trails. I found this spot passing through on my bike and had no problem pitching a tent in a secluded spot in the woods," reported one visitor. Access requires traveling down "a long, but well maintained, dirt road" to reach designated sites.

    What you should know

    Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds in the region operate from May through mid-October. Winter camping options are extremely limited. At Delta Lake State Park Campground, the season runs "May 12 to October 9," which aligns with most parks in the region.

    Reservation requirements: Popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially for themed weekends. At West Canada Creek Campground, "Their themed weekends and accompanying activities throughout the season are wonderful... 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."

    Varied site privacy levels: Glimmerglass State Park Campground offers different degrees of seclusion. "Very quiet small campground - friendly staff - large spots/mainly bigger setups," noted one camper. The campground sits near Cooperstown, making it a good base for area attractions.

    Tips for camping with families

    Look for organized activities: Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA offers structured programming for children. "Very beautiful campground with tons of planned activities for the kids. Outdoor pool and clean shower/bathrooms," one camper mentioned. Another added it has "a children's playground, pool, little grocery store, volleyball area."

    Consider water-based recreation: Lake Chalet Motel and Campground provides swimming and fishing opportunities on a small pond. "Nice place with swimming, fishing, and other things to do. Nice people," a visitor shared. The compact size makes it easier to monitor children while they play.

    Check noise levels: Delta Lake State Park Campground balances activity with quieter areas. "It got really windy at night which was nice to keep the bugs away. Friendly neighbors as well," reported one camper. Another mentioned, "There's a huge beach and locker rooms" which provides dedicated areas for kids to play.

    Tips from RVers

    Full hookup availability: The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone offers comprehensive services for larger rigs. "Spacious FHU sites. Pull thru and back ins," noted one RVer. Another mentioned, "We scheduled a pull through for 1 night last minute due to an unexpected change in plans... The sites were level and great size with nice spacing in between."

    Site leveling considerations: Butternut Hill RV Campground has well-drained sites important for larger vehicles. "This is a small campground set up on the periphery of Butternut Hill farm which is located on the main Route 20 in Bouckville NY," explained a visitor who noted that "though the access roads got a little muddy, the campsites seem well drained and did not get muddy."

    Shuttle amenities: For RVers wanting entertainment options, The Villages offers convenient transportation. "Convenient to the highway with 24 hour shuttles to the casino 5 minutes away, yet quiet and beautifully maintained," according to one camper. This feature allows RVers to leave their rig set up while exploring local attractions.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near Paris, NY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Paris, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 122 campgrounds and RV parks near Paris, NY and 14 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near Paris, NY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Paris, NY is Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 18 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near Paris, NY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 free dispersed camping spots near Paris, NY.

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