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Keuka Lake State Park Campground welcomes pets in three camping loops with electric and non-electric sites. Located on the east side of Keuka Lake's west branch, the park offers large, level campsites surrounded by mature trees that provide privacy between loops. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the campground and are permitted on most trails except the gorge trail at nearby Watkins Glen State Park. Finger Lakes RV Resort and Country Charm Campground also accommodate pets with designated areas for exercise. Most campgrounds in the region limit pets to two per site, though specific policies vary. The campgrounds feature clean facilities with modern bathrooms and showers, paved roads leading to sites, and picnic tables at each location. Sites at Keuka Lake are spacious enough for tents, RVs, and camping equipment with room for pets to relax alongside their owners.
The Finger Lakes region provides numerous pet-friendly hiking opportunities on rim trails and paths throughout the area's state parks. While dogs aren't permitted on the main gorge trail at Watkins Glen, they can access the rim and other trails where owners can enjoy panoramic views with their pets. Sugar Hill Fire Tower Recreation Area offers free camping with pet-friendly trails and drinking water available. The region's many wineries welcome leashed pets at outdoor seating areas, creating additional recreation options for campers with dogs. Seasonal considerations include summer heat on exposed trails and winter conditions that may limit access to certain campgrounds. Veterinary services are available in Penn Yan and surrounding communities, with pet supply stores located in larger towns. Campers report the trails leading from Keuka Lake campground down to the boat launch and beach area provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, though the walk back up is entirely uphill.
"Keuka Lake is small, boat launch, small beach playground at beach and camp ground. Hiking, biking. Not far from Penn Yan, nice city, winery's are all over."
"The campground is perfect location near Keuka lake in Wine Country, also close by to branchport, Penn Yan, and also Watkins Glen! Will continue to go to this campground!"
from $24 - $31 / night
Check Availability"Watkins Glen boasts one of New York’s most beautiful state parks! I last camped here in 2012 and absolutely loved hiking along the gorges. Also- the camping was next to perfect."
"I absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on."
from $24 - $58 / night
Check Availability"HIGHLIGHTS : Most sites are pretty spacious
Pets allowed in some loops
Marina convenience store with pontoon boat rentals
Fishing
Swimming
Ice cream and concessions stand
Arcade room
Outdoor"
"The bathrooms are great with showers and each camp spot has plenty of distance away from the next one."
from $28 - $350 / night
Check Availability"This park is located equidistant between Geneva and Watkins Glenn, NY on the shores of Seneca lake. There are like 40 wineries close by to choose from. "
"Conveniently located to allow us to visit family/friends, sightseeing, visiting the many local wineries, and the best ice cream shop, Seneca Farms, in the US!!"
"Wonderful location and marvelous hosts. We were welcomed with chocolate chip cookies as we checked in. Bathrooms were beautiful and clean. Two wineries we could walk to and dozens more nearby."
"It's still nice to be on the outskirts. We also chose this section per a review we read to be away from the main road noise, but there really isn't much road noise to worry about, anyway."
from $80 - $89 / night
Check Availability"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"
"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."
from $25 - $99 / night
Check Availability"We stayed here during an anniversary trip to the Finger Lakes. Easy proximity to Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Nice wooded area kept us far enough away from other campers. Great location!"
"Will be returning, I found a lovely spot tucked into a back corner and has the most relaxing weekend."
"Close to wine country you will find this gem of a family campground. Dog and kid friendly with activities such as wagon rides, arts and crafts, movie night and various themed weekend events."
"Camper camping is close to everything, but less privacy. Numerous pavilions that are wonderful for parties or weddings. Stunning overlook that is breathtaking (also great for weddings)."
"Ontario County lookout is a quick easy walk away from the campground that is never crazy busy. Great prices and cleaned up campgrounds."
GuideKeuka Lake is small, boat launch, small beach playground at beach and camp ground. Hiking, biking. Not far from Penn Yan, nice city, winery's are all over. TV reception there is none, cell phone not great either. Lake is clean and clear, great for fishing, boating, and swimming. Park is clean and well maintained.
ScoutWe have gone to this campground for the past 5 years. We have always had a great experience and the camp has always been clean and bathrooms also have always been clean. Only down side is that there are not full hookups. But we really don’t mind that at all. The campground is perfect location near Keuka lake in Wine Country, also close by to branchport, Penn Yan, and also Watkins Glen! Will continue to go to this campground!
GuidePerfect place to drop your boat in and play in the water. The lake offers many options for any type of boat. The campground has 3 loops and 2 have electric sites. Penn Yan and Branchport are close enough to grab anything you forgot or even an ice cream. If you want to hike a hill you’ve got that too!
TravelerKeuka Lake State Park is located in the Finger Lakes region, on the east side of the west branch of beautiful Keuka Lake. Three camping loops are located on the hill above the lake. The sites are large and many have electric. Mature trees surround campsites and separate the loops from each other. The bathroom/shower facility in our loop was modern and kept very clean. The roads leading to the sites, and the within the loops, are paved, and the sites are quite level.
There are several trails leading from the campground down to the boat launch, pavilions, large playground and beach area. We did find the trails could be marked a bit better but the walk through the woods and along gullies was beautiful. Along one trail you will find the Beddoe-Rose family cemetery containing the graves of fourteen members of two of the area's earliest setters and best known families. This cemetery is listed on the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places. Unfortunately, some visitors have been very disrespectful and damaged the stones.
Having walked down to the beach area and then back up twice, I can tell you it's pretty much uphill all the way to the campground but for those who would rather not make the walk, the road leads there directly from the campground :)
The lakefront area of the park is just beautiful! There is plenty of shade, picnic tables and grills for those who choose to be out of the sun, along with tables, grills and a gazebo below in the sunny beach area.
As far as things to do in the surrounding area, there are lots! It is an easy drive around Keuka Lake which is surrounded by award winning wineries, breweries and distilleries. The Village of Penn Yan at the north end has several quaint shops, restaurants, two grocery stores, a movie theater, a department store, pharmacies and more. Hammondsport, at the south end, tied for the #1 Coolest Small Town in America in 2012. Be sure to visit the Glenn H. Curtiss Aviation Museum and the Finger Lakes Boating Museum while in town.
TravelerWonderful location and marvelous hosts. We were welcomed with chocolate chip cookies as we checked in. Bathrooms were beautiful and clean. Two wineries we could walk to and dozens more nearby. Our site was spacious and the dog park gave our pups plenty of time off leash. We definitely plan on returning.
GuidePinecreek is a beautiful park in a great area 10 minutes from downtown Ithica New York and Lake Cayuga. The area has everything you could possibly want or need. Fabulous State Parks with spectacular waterfalls, a farmers market right on the lake front, Cornell University and so much more. That being said it may be the reason the campground doesn't offer any planned activities. They do have a swimming pool and what appears to be a large clubhouse/meeting area that is not or was not used while we were there, nor were any activities publicized. They do have a small arcade but it did not stay open past 8 pm and did not appear to be air-conditioned.
Our campsite was a full hookup with a large grassy area for setting up our outside chairs and picnic table. Although we enjoyed our stay we felt it was a bit overpriced for not having much to offer. They also have a very long list of rules & while they do allow pets there is a list of breed restrictions you need to be aware of before booking a reservation. They also charge for electricity on any stays one week or longer which we had not encountered previously at campgrounds where we have stayed.
Overall we enjoyed our stay but not sure we would stay again.
RangerWatkins Glen boasts one of New York’s most beautiful state parks! I last camped here in 2012 and absolutely loved hiking along the gorges. Also- the camping was next to perfect. Sites are decently sized and well secluded from one another.
in addition, the park is so well situated within the Finger Lakes and all the various wine trails! Made for a perfect girls weekend! Definitely recommend!
GuideI absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on. It's located in Upstate New York, so it's close enough to the city but you feel like you are far away from the city. The campsites are great, clean and well kept. This park does get pretty busy though, because it is open to campers and people who just want to visit for the day to walk the trails. I love that they have trails that lead very close to the waterfalls..lots of rim trails that literally overlook the waterfalls and gorges. In the campground they do offer a pool, which again, does get busy because it's open to everyone regardless if you are camping or not. There also is tours you can take in the summer that will take you along the waterfalls and gorge, they have a playground for kids and an area with picnic tables. I went mid July and it was extremely busy, not sure when a good time to go during the summer when it's not as busy. That was the only downside I would say, is how crowded it was. There is also Seneca Lake nearby that many people go to fish in, however I didn't go on this trip but plan to next time. There are restrooms on site, however I didn't think they were that clean. Toilet paper and seat covers were out in most stalls, so I would advise to bring your own when you go. There is also some gift shops and food stands set up...one food stand has some pretty good hot dogs! The hikes to the gorge and waterfalls is pretty well maintained, however there are quite a bit of stairs. There were some people with kids in strollers that had to turn around because the stairs made it difficult. Not handicap friendly. I would advise to wear a good pair of walking shoes, and not sandals because it is slippery in some spots and again, a lot of stairs! I would highly recommend coming here, even if you don't decide to stay the night!
LegendJust off US 15 at the New York border. All roads and parking pads are paved. The sites are closer together than most other COE parks where we’ve stayed. We stayed in the Bench Loop which is very busy since it is waterfront. Our first week, we were on site 54 (W/E 50A) and waterfront. Our second week, we stayed on site 44 (FHU 50A) right across from the seldom used playground. Quite wooded here but we managed to get satellite TV. No Verizon phone service and very slow internet with a booster. This area is pretty with rolling hills all around so we enjoyed a couple of scenic drives. About an hour away is the Pine Creek Rail Trail in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
Pet friendly camping opportunities near Penn Yan, New York concentrate around the Finger Lakes region, which ranges from 400 to 2,100 feet in elevation depending on location. The area features a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons and typically receives 30-40 inches of annual precipitation. Campgrounds around Keuka, Seneca, and Cayuga lakes provide access to over 200 miles of combined shoreline where leashed pets can exercise with their owners.
Hiking with dogs on less-trafficked trails: At Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite, pets can join owners on multiple hiking trails leading to panoramic views. "We stayed here during an anniversary trip to the Finger Lakes. Easy proximity to Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Nice wooded area kept us far enough away from other campers," notes Brittany S.
Fishing with your pet: Ontario County Park offers fishing opportunities where pets can accompany owners to the shoreline. "Fishing pond, playground, open fields for sports, much more!!! Great for photo shoots, weekend stress getaways etc," mentions Sarah C., highlighting the range of activities available while your dog relaxes nearby.
Wine tours with dog-friendly outdoor areas: Many wineries near Finger Lakes RV Resort welcome leashed dogs in outdoor tasting areas. "Wonderful location and marvelous hosts. Two wineries we could walk to and dozens more nearby. Our site was spacious and the dog park gave our pups plenty of time off leash," reports Rosa J.
Trail running with your dog: The varied terrain provides excellent running opportunities. "Keuka is a great place to do trail runs or takes boat out for the day. The hills provide a nice challenge and the lake makes a perfect paddling spot," notes Karen G. about the terrain surrounding these camping areas.
Spacious campsites with privacy: Back-Achers Campsites offers tent sites with natural separation. "We stayed in a tent site for the weekend and loved it! The camp site was set back in the trees with a ton of privacy. Very clean facilities with hot water," reports Taylor C., highlighting the important balance of space and access to amenities for pet owners.
Clean bathroom facilities: Campers consistently mention the cleanliness of facilities. "The bathroom/shower facility in our loop was modern and kept very clean. The roads leading to the sites, and the within the loops, are paved, and the sites are quite level," notes Helen H., describing features that make camping with pets more convenient.
Proximity to local attractions: Watkins Glen State Park Campground serves as an excellent base for exploring. "Watkins Glen was absolutely beautiful. The sites are quite wooded with plenty of space in between. We stayed in a 30 ft. motorhome, and the roads within the campground were kind of tight to get through with trees and curves," explains Laura L.
Off-season camping benefits: Many campgrounds in the region offer extended seasons with fewer crowds. "I stayed here July 4th. Was quiet at night. Really pretty. Bathrooms with actual toilets and running water! Register for overnight at bathroom building kiosk," shares Licia S. about Sugar Hill Fire Tower Recreation Area, noting its accessibility outside peak season.
Water access varies by campground: While some campgrounds offer lakefront locations, others require short drives to reach swimming areas. "Camp sites are NOT on the lake but a short drive will get you there. Kayaking is so so but wineries are fun," advises Rebecca E. about campgrounds in the region.
Reservation requirements and timing: Sampson State Park Campground operates seasonally from April to November, with peak summer months requiring advance booking. "Potable water fill station and dump tanks at entrance/exit. Bathrooms were very clean and had dish washing stations in them. Loop 5 has beautiful views of the lake," notes Stephanie C.
Dog restrictions on specific trails: While pets are welcome at most campgrounds, certain trail sections restrict dog access. "Dogs are allowed but they are not allowed on the gorge trail. I'm ok with this I just wish I had known before we got there," advises Lindsay C. about planning trail activities with pets.
Limited cell service in rural areas: Some campgrounds have limited connectivity. "However, dont expect any cell phone service. I've had friends who climbed up on top of their RV and still, no signal. It's out in the middle of nowhere, hard to find but extremely worth it," warns Lela S. about Flint Creek Campgrounds.
Choose campgrounds with playground access: Country Charm Campground provides family-friendly amenities. "Excellent little country campground, with nice, large, level, shaded sites. Very peaceful place with an awesome owner, Craig was very attentive and seemed quite happy to help us with whatever we needed to have a great weekend," shares Jason.
Opt for sites away from main bathhouses: Strategic site selection improves the family camping experience. "Stay on the outside perimeter of the loops or you might have foot traffic thru your site to shower/toilet houses & water taps," suggests Rebecca E., offering practical advice for families seeking more privacy with pets.
Plan for summer heat: When camping with pets and children, be aware of seasonal temperature variations. "This campground is close to home, easily accessible, close to grocery stores and has a beautiful beach and playground for kids," mentions Alyssa C., highlighting amenities that help families manage summer heat.
Consider cabin options for mixed weather: Several campgrounds offer cabin alternatives for families traveling with pets. "My boyfriends family rented out all the cabins for a weekend and it was great! We used the open area to set up volley ball and it was nice having the mini fridge," shares Leah W. about Ontario County Park's accommodations.
Electric hookup placement considerations: At Sampson State Park, be aware of electrical connection locations. "Electric service boxes are shared in-between sites. This could pose an issue if your power cord is not long enough," cautions Amanda K., offering practical advice for RV positioning.
Water fill stations may require planning: Limited water access points can create bottlenecks. "There is only source for water fill up. This could end up being a very very long wait if you arrive at the same time as other campers," notes Amanda K. about logistics at some campgrounds.
Campground road navigation: Some campgrounds have challenging internal roads for larger rigs. "The roads within the campground were kind of tight to get through with trees and curves," shares Laura L. about navigating within Watkins Glen State Park Campground.
Leveling requirements: Bring adequate leveling equipment for your RV. "Also make sure to bring plenty of leveling blocks as some sites are far from level," advises Jonathan G., providing essential preparation information for RVers planning to camp in the region.
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