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Best Campgrounds near Burlington Flats, NY

361 Reviews

Camping opportunities around Burlington Flats, New York include several established campgrounds and state parks within a short driving distance. Gilbert Lake State Park Campground, approximately 12 miles southwest, provides tent, RV, and cabin accommodations, while Glimmerglass State Park Campground offers similar options with additional glamping facilities. The region features a mix of state-managed facilities and private campgrounds, with several catering specifically to families visiting the nearby Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.

Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from mid-May through early October, with limited winter accessibility. "The park is very well maintained. The lake is gorgeous. We almost had the place to ourselves," noted one camper about Gilbert Lake State Park. Road conditions throughout the region are generally good, though some campground access roads may be rough or unpaved. Cell phone coverage varies significantly, with several reviewers mentioning poor connectivity at Gilbert Lake and other wooded sites. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and baseball tournament seasons when Cooperstown sees significant visitor traffic.

Waterfront camping represents a common draw for visitors to the region, with Gilbert Lake and Glimmerglass offering lake access. According to reviews, several campgrounds feature swimming pools as alternatives to natural water bodies. Charles E. Baker State Forest provides free primitive camping opportunities for those seeking a more rustic experience, with one visitor noting it has "miles of trails" but "no toilets" and is "highly recommended" for those comfortable with dispersed camping. Families often gravitate toward private campgrounds like Beaver Valley, which received praise from campers for its "clean, modern bathrooms" and family-friendly amenities including "2 swimming pools, really nice playground for the younger kids, 2 baseball fields." Proximity to Cooperstown's attractions appears to be a significant factor in campground selection for many visitors.

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Best Camping Sites Near Burlington Flats, New York (135)

    1. Glimmerglass State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Springfield Center, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 547-8662

    $14 - $26 / night

    "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"

    2. Gilbert Lake State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Laurens, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 432-2114

    $17 - $156 / night

    "Two entrances, one to the kitchen and the other to the porch. Outside was a fire ring. An easy hike to a nearby lake was very pretty."

    "Great place to stay, Close to Cooperstown. Nice lake for the kids to go swimming and fishing. If you like to hike they have some great trails. Nice size sites, the only down fall is they fill up fast."

    3. Cooperstown Beaver Valley Campground

    4 Reviews
    Hartwick, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 293-7324

    "playing at the Field of Dreams and close enough to serve as your campground as you travel to visit the Baseball Hall of Fame, Herkimer Diamond Mines, area micro brewery's and even a ride to the Finger Lakes"

    4. Cooperstown Family Campground

    3 Reviews
    Hartwick, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 293-7766

    "There were goats by the office, and ducks in the small lake by our site. In the evening a big flock of geese flew in, and were very noisy until they settled down."

    5. Lake Chalet Motel and Campground

    3 Reviews
    Waterville, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 822-6074

    "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."

    6. Hartwick Highlands Campground

    3 Reviews
    Hartwick, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 547-1996

    "We drove around to the three closest RV parks to Dreams Park and would definitely stay here with the team and / or on your own."

    7. Cooperstown KOA

    6 Reviews
    Springfield Center, NY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 858-0236

    "This park is located approximately 12.5 miles from downtown Cooperstown and is set in the quiet rural countryside of New York. The mature trees make for beautiful scenery in the fall."

    "What a great quiet location to visit.  The staff is great and friendly.  A little off the beaten path but I think this is what makes this place perfect."

    8. Charles E. Baker State Forest

    2 Reviews
    Hubbardsville, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 674-4017

    "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."

    9. Hunts Pond State Forest

    2 Reviews
    New Berlin, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 674-4017

    "The campground is still being minimally maintained as a group of 8 drive-in campsites on the north side, and 4 other scattered sites on the east and of the pond."

    10. Cooperstown K O A Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Springfield Center, NY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 858-0236
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  • 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…

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Hide-A-Way Campsites

    Quaint and truly hid away

    Well maintained clean campground. Friendly attendants guided us to site and directed in spot. Gravel unlevel pad full hookups.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Hartwick Highlands Campground

    Closest campground to Dreams Park

    Great campground very well kept and closest to Dreams Park. We drove around to the three closest RV parks to Dreams Park and would definitely stay here with the team and / or on your own. Security gate to enter and exit, pool, store, arcade, wide open where the RV’s are.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Cooperstown Beaver Valley Campground

    Great proximity to Dreams Park

    Cute cabins, lots of great amenities, pools, corn hole, volleyball net, nicely kept baseball fields , store, areas for group picnics. You could have the whole team stay here in the cabins and bring RV’s too. Only 10min or so to dreams park. Wooded area where RV’s are and separate area where the cabins are. Great spot. Festive and well kept.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Cooperstown Family Campground

    Great spot for a week at Dreams Park

    Peaceful, quiet, spread out. We had a big grass baseball field almost all to ourselves. Showers, bathrooms, efficient store, 24 hours laundry, 12 or so arcade machines in a cute barn they’ll open up for you when you want to play. Fire circles great for evening campfires. A pool across the street that seemed well cared for. A couple ponds that have Canadian geese. You feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere. Tons of trees and wide open space. Healthy grass sites to park on with water, electric and sewer hook ups.

  • The L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Powley Road in Ferris Wild Forest

    Site 4

    Site 4 is magical, it is road side, but the view, and access to the river is great. There is a path right from the site. Occasionally you will get the yahoo that speeds by and makes a dust cloud but otherwise it’s great. There is zero Verizon cell service in the whole area. So plan accordingly,

Guide to Burlington Flats

Camping near Burlington Flats, New York, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds in the area that cater to different tastes.

What to do:

  • Kayaking and Swimming: Enjoy the calm waters at Glimmerglass State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "You will enjoy the amazing beach and waterfront on Otsego Lake, and great kayaking on the lake."
  • Fishing and Tubing: At West Canada Creek Campground, you can fish for trout or rent tubes to float down the creek. A camper shared, "The West Canada Creek itself is known for its trout fishing, attracting anglers from various skill levels."
  • Mining for Herkimer Diamonds: Head over to Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA for a unique experience. One reviewer said, "We stayed and hammered for 3 hours and came home with great treasures."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone noted, "Clean, modern bathrooms and showers."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground said, "Joel & Billyjo are wonderful people. Loved our conversations and want to thank them for an awesome experience."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at Gilbert Lake State Park Campground. A camper remarked, "The sites are large! Bathrooms are new and clean."

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A visitor at Bowman Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Cell signal is not great in most places except the sites 'on top of the hill.'"
  • Seasonal Availability: Some campgrounds are only open during specific months. For example, Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA is open from May to October.
  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in the warmer months. A camper at Bowman Lake State Park Campground noted, "There are a lot of mosquitoes, but with some bug spray, we were comfortable."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and family-friendly activities. At Crazy Acres Campground at Beaver Spring Lake, one family said, "We had fun, plenty of activities, a big lake to fish in and a pool to relax by."
  • Choose a Site with Shade: If you're camping in the summer, pick a site with trees for shade. A camper at Cooperstown KOA mentioned, "The mature trees make for beautiful scenery in the fall."
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours, especially if you have young kids. A visitor at Spruce Creek Campground said, "Even though our neighbors were loud, they all respected quiet time at 11pm."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites before booking. A reviewer at The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone noted, "The sites were level and great size with nice spacing in between."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, confirm availability. A camper at West Canada Creek Campground mentioned, "FHU as well as tent sites and cabins."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have tight spots for larger RVs. A visitor at Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA said, "Sites are a little tight getting in but once you are in you have plenty of room."

Camping near Burlington Flats, New York, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Burlington Flats, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Burlington Flats, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 135 campgrounds and RV parks near Burlington Flats, NY and 17 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Burlington Flats, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Burlington Flats, NY is Glimmerglass State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 21 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Burlington Flats, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near Burlington Flats, NY.

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