Best Tent Camping near Perry, NY

Tent campgrounds near Perry, New York provide a range of outdoor experiences for campers seeking natural settings in Western New York. Dream Lake Campground in Warsaw offers established tent sites with amenities including drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings. Holiday Hill Campground in Springwater, approximately 20 miles east of Perry, provides another option for tent campers with electric hookups and pet-friendly policies. Both locations serve as convenient bases for exploring the surrounding Finger Lakes region.

Most tent campgrounds in the Perry area maintain seasonal operations, typically from May through October. Sites at Dream Lake provide standard amenities including drinking water, trash disposal, and toilet facilities, though level ground for pitching tents varies between locations. Holiday Hill Campground features drive-in access with picnic tables and fire rings, making it suitable for traditional tent setups. Campers should note that reservations may be required at some locations, particularly during peak summer weekends when sites fill quickly. The camping season generally concludes by late October when cooler weather arrives.

The natural setting enhances the tent camping experience near Perry. According to one visitor at Holiday Hill Campground, "Lots of trails, and Hemlock and Canadice Lake so close by. Mostly known for Reynolds Gully, and Johnson Hill trails!" Many tent sites offer a more authentic outdoor experience than RV-oriented facilities, with greater privacy and natural surroundings. Another camper noted that while the bathrooms are clean, families should be prepared for an active environment: "There is a lot to do for kids & teens, but that makes it loud with kids running through your site." Tent campers frequently use these locations as bases for exploring nearby hiking trails, fishing spots, and scenic areas throughout the Finger Lakes region, with most campgrounds situated within reasonable driving distance to natural attractions.

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  • Jama A.
    Jul. 15, 2025

    Canandaigua-Rochester KOA

    Camping near Canandaigua, New York

    Campers exploring the Canandaigua area discover a delightful mix of lakeside retreats, wooded state parks, and family-friendly RV resorts. Just minutes from downtown, Canandaigua City Park Campground offers easy access to local shops and the lakefront beach, making it a convenient base for those who want town amenities within walking distance. A short drive farther out leads to Keuka Lake State Park Campground and the privately owned Canandaigua-Rochester KOA, both of which feature spacious sites, clean facilities, and excellent opportunities for swimming, kayaking, and fishing on the Finger Lakes. For those seeking a quieter experience, numerous backcountry and dispersed sites are tucked into the surrounding National Forest, where campers can truly unplug—though it’s essential to bring all necessary supplies and practice Leave No Trace principles. Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill and the Stay Bristol Woodlands campground blend rustic charm with modern comforts: well-maintained restrooms, picnic shelters, and on-site hiking trails that wind through hardwood forests and offer scenic overlooks, especially stunning during fall foliage season. Travel logistics are a breeze when visitors prearrange an airport shuttle from Rochester or Syracuse airports, ensuring a smooth transition from plane to campsite. And for adventurers mapping out multiple stops across the Finger Lakes or beyond, reliable multi-city transfers provide comfortable, door-to-door rides—no rental car necessary. With its blend of waterfront sites, wooded hideaways, and nearby attractions—wineries, waterfalls, and historic villages—the Canandaigua region truly has something for every type of camper. Whether pitching a tent under the stars or rolling in with an RV, visitors will find endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation.

  • Jess W.
    Aug. 19, 2018

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Amazing state park, crappy campground

    The state park is breathtaking. The campground is horrendous. The restrooms were disgusting. The site barely fit our one tent (8man Coleman) even though it was advertised as a two tent site. The camp fire ring had no solid base- it just sat on the grass and fires would not stay lit. The quiet hours were not enforced. Yelling and loud music kept us up until ridiculous hours. I would not rate this as family friendly.

  • Randall K.
    Aug. 25, 2023

    Genesee Country Campground

    Great spot - esp for tents!

    What a great place this was!

    Everyone was very nice and bathrooms were so clean! To top it off the sites for tents are amazing - so private and pretty. In fact it’s so private we were able to set up our own portable toilet and have complete privacy.

    Nice little store too! Overall this place was great and we’d stay here again in a heartbeat. Very easy place to spend the night.

    Also they have golfing here and tent areas back up to the 9th hole (but still separated so you don’t feel like you are right on top of it) so you can easily knock around there and do a little golfing too!

  • Michael B.
    Sep. 3, 2020

    Stony Brook State Park Campground

    Beautiful park. Too bad we missed the pool.

    Had a great time at Stony Brook State Park this week! The campground side doesn't open until around 11 we were told, and we reached at 8am, so we started at the North (day-use) side, parked there, hiked, ate, and eventually drove back to the other side, checked in, and set up camp. 😁 It was a very nice time. Due to the COVID-19 regulations, masks need to be worn in the bathhouse (except when brushing teeth or showering). Was a good, quiet, fun time, with a few other families nearby. The only negatives: *According to their website, the natural pool would be open the day we went. It was not. ☹️ *No alcohol permitted in the whole campgrounds. Fine for us, but annoying for many. From the trash in the bathhouse, looks like some were anyways. *No "camp store" - so if you forgot an essential item, you've got to go out from the park. Positive part: town is only 8 minutes away via car. Also, we got GREAT and easy burning from the people selling wood for $5/bundle just outside the campground entrance.

    All in all, a GREAT time! We all enjoyed it!

  • Dan N.
    Jul. 18, 2016

    Kanakadea Park - Almond Lake

    Lake right off rt 86

    This is a park with a lake. In the green rolling hills of the Finger Lakes. Grassy open fields are nice but not private. Used the basic tent setup. Clean, grounds kept up nice, simple, no water. Lots of state lands and water nearby. Deer by the tent in the morning. Great stopover or base camp, not much to do right on site.

  • D
    Jul. 31, 2022

    Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    Is this a spot? Dirty and loud but a nice beach

    Big park with several loops.  Separate and across two roads from the Beach section of the Park. Got a reservation for Friday and Saturday but the spot in loop D was an inclined driveway next to the high voltage boxes for the campground.  Had to move the fire ring after smoking ourselves out the first night.  Right across from the building they called a bath house.  Filthy, urinal broken, one shower broken in mens.   Feces on the floor in womens.  Friday night quiet hours did not exist.  Spent Saturday early am listening to the neighbor loudly declare her preferences in music, men and liquor.  No Ranger in sight.

    Minor redeeming qualities:  Nice beach and bike trails across road from campground.  Three lane dump station (only one for a four loop campground with 100s of "spots")

    Beware:  Rigs approaching from East there are very low bridges (11' 3') between Rochester and the Park on the Parkway.

  • Michael M.
    Jun. 23, 2020

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Beautiful Park

    So Letchworth State Park is beautiful. It's also tremendous, 18 miles long covering the east and west side of the Geneseo River. There is over 100 miles of trails intersecting the park. The campground itself is made up of loops with only electrical hookups , no water or sewer connections , just water spiquets positioned throughout the loop and 1common bathroom in each loop. There is no wifi in any of the camping areas so if you are dependant on it for any reason this is not the place for you. Only at certain points in the park will you get a signal

  • C O.
    Aug. 6, 2017

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Gorgeous State Park

    We loved our stay at the "Grand Canyon of the East!" This is a gorgeous forested campground with many things to occupy your time! They unfortunately had trail #7 and the upper falls closed for repairs, but we did trail #1 to see the gorge and lower and middle falls. One night we treated ourselves to a dinner at the Glen Iris Inn - food was ok, but we just enjoyed being out on the porch, listening to the falls and drinking some good wine. They have flights of local Finger Lakes wineries too. There are no water hookups. We didn't bother to fill up our tank, just used the shower house and water faucets located throughout each loop. Shower houses were ok - not the best, but worked just fine. We were happy with our decision as the dumping station had 3 stalls and there was a long line backed up to dump early Sunday. The town of Perry was maybe a 5 min drive away and there was a small grocery there with just about everything you would need. We didn't get one, but you can order pizzas there and they cook in about 10 min if you would need a quick dinner. There is no wood for sale at the campground, but there are several farmers with stands on the way in or in Perry the grocery and gas station sold bundles too. We were able to work just fine with our weboost set up, otherwise we had spotty coverage with about 1 bar on AT&T and Verizon and no real ability to create hotspots. We also want to give a huge shoutout to the staff, as we really needed to stay one more day to be able to make it to our next reservation and the entire campground was booked. They were so kind to open up an "administrative site" for us to stay at. Each loop has different types of sites, so tents are mixed in with rigs. 800 was pretty flat, but when we switched to 500 we saw some pretty gnarly leveling setups that made us cringe. Luckily we were able to safely level out at our site.

  • M
    Oct. 7, 2021

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Good Camping inside the Park

    The campgrounds are conveniently located inside the Park so easy to get to the amazing falls towards the south as well as the dam in the north. We were in loop 300 which does not allow pets. Decent bathhouses right opposite our site. Our site was a gravel drive with a grassy area containing the picnic table and fire ring. Unfortunately due to rain the day before the grass was extremely muddy which make it hard to get to the fire ring. There was also white a lot of noise from adjacent sites, we could hear everyone's conversations and screaming kids. There was a laundry facility but no dishwashing.


Guide to Perry

Tent camping near Perry, New York offers access to the rolling hills and valleys of Wyoming County, with elevations ranging from 1,000 to 1,700 feet throughout the region. The camping season typically runs from early May through mid-October when temperatures average between 45°F and 80°F during the main season. Most campgrounds in this area sit within 30 miles of Perry, providing varied terrain from riverside locations to woodland settings.

What to do

Kayaking at nearby lakes: The region surrounding Perry provides multiple paddling opportunities within a 30-minute drive. At Red's Twilight on the Erie RV Resort, campers can access canal waters for boating. According to Rachel T., "Kayak launches and boat marina nearby. The speed limit is 5 MPH and they mean it.... Kids on bikes and having a good time in the enormous play area."

Hiking area trails: Explore numerous hiking paths in the Finger Lakes region. Firefly Acres offers tent sites with trail access, as one visitor notes: "Firefly Acres is a great spot to setup camp with tons of activities nearby including trails for hiking & mountain biking." Most trails remain open through October when fall foliage peaks.

Fishing local waters: The Genesee River and smaller streams provide fishing opportunities throughout the camping season. At Riverside Park Campground, the waterfront location offers direct river access. Jesse K. reports, "Cathy was great. Totally laid back, super helpful. The grounds were well kept. We had a full hookup site. Exceeded expectations."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and common areas. At Red's Twilight on the Erie RV Resort, visitors appreciate the maintenance standards. Amy T. mentions, "The pool is nice and staff friendly. Clean bathrooms with activity and entertainment on site and nearby."

Friendly management: Personal attention from campground owners enhances the experience. Dream Lake Campground receives praise for staff interaction, with Nick O. noting, "Nice friendly environment, clean facilities. Lots to do for kids and adults. Weekend activities. The snack house food is great, if you don't feel like cooking they offer a nice menu almost anyone would love."

Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular events for guests. According to Robyn M. at Dream Lake Campground, "I love this campground very family friendly lots of activities been going here 6 years now and never have had a bad time." Activities typically include weekend entertainment during peak summer months.

What you should know

Seasonal availability: Most Perry area campgrounds operate from May through October, with limited off-season options. Breezy Point Campground specifies a May 1 to October 15 operating window, which aligns with typical weather patterns in the region.

Site leveling challenges: Prepare for potentially uneven terrain at some locations. At Red's Twilight on the Erie RV Resort, one camper reported: "Almost all of the sites are not even close to level. Not a big issue with a fifth wheel but a real hassle with a motorcoach. We changed sites three times and finally resigned ourselves to not being leveled."

Reservation requirements: During peak season (July-August), advance booking becomes essential at most campgrounds. The PineApple Farm has limited capacity with just one site, making early reservations crucial during summer months.

Tips for camping with families

Speed-restricted campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with enforced speed limits for child safety. Rachel T. appreciates this at Red's Twilight on the Erie RV Resort: "The speed limit is 5 MPH and they mean it.... Kids on bikes and having a good time in the enormous play area and the pool far enough from the campsites but close to the store and watchful eye of the staff."

Food service options: Consider campgrounds with on-site food options for family convenience. Nick O. from Dream Lake Campground shares, "The snack house food is great, if you don't feel like cooking they offer a nice menu almost anyone would love."

Site selection strategy: For families seeking quieter spots, request sites away from main activity areas. Terry F. advises: "There is a lot to do for kids & teens, but that makes it loud with kids running through your site. So if that bothers you, plan ahead to get a site away from the main area."

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Full hookup sites for RVs remain limited at tent-focused campgrounds near Perry. For those requiring all services, Terry F. notes: "There seemed to be a lot of regulars and seasonal sites here, which meant that short term full hook up sites were harder to get. Online booking was seamless, however, so that was another plus."

Access considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads or tight sites. Donna C. shares her experience: "We changed sites three times and finally resigned ourselves to not being leveled. Very few of the sites actually sit on the canal and access to the footpath is a good 1/2 mile or better walk or ride."

Cell service coverage: Mobile connectivity varies throughout the region. Terry F. reports "Verizon reception is consistent at 3 bars" at one location, but coverage can be spotty in more remote campgrounds throughout Wyoming County.

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