RV parks near Pine City, New York sit in the Southern Tier region where elevations range between 800-1,200 feet above sea level. The rolling terrain features mixed hardwood forests interspersed with open meadows and small creeks. Winter temperatures frequently drop below freezing from November through March, making most campgrounds in this area seasonal operations with peak visitation occurring between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
What to do
Lakeside recreation: Pine Valley RV Park offers swimming in their lake with added attractions for children. "They have hayrides in the summer and swimming in the lake. Lakeside sites are spacious and reasonably priced," notes Mark L., who has camped at Pine Valley RV Park & Campground for over 15 years.
Hiking opportunities: Park Station Campground features trails around its man-made lake. "Lots of beautiful hiking areas around the decent sized lake as well as fishing. Multiple picnic areas scattered throughout allow you many options of scenery/shade/convenience while you cook and eat," writes Jessica G. about her experiences at Park Station Campground.
Fishing access: Park Station offers fishing opportunities for all ages. "The fishing is great, the amenities are very clean and there is not a bad site in the park," according to Ryan D., who visited for the first time and plans to return.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many campers highlight the upkeep of bathhouses and common areas. "The bath house is immaculate and rivals those at Fort Wilderness Resort," writes Craig F. about his stay at Finger Lakes RV Resort. He adds, "Amazing RV park! I can't stop talking about the Finger Lakes RV park and the great experience we had there."
Spacious sites: Reviews consistently mention site size as a positive feature. "Our site was spacious and the dog park gave our pups plenty of time off leash," notes Rosa J. about Finger Lakes RV Resort, where she appreciated the "wonderful location and marvelous hosts."
Family activities: Hickory Hill Camping Resort offers numerous included amenities. "There is a lot to do at Hickory Hill and everything is included in your site fee. They have multiple pools, a sprayground, mini golf, crafts, clean bathrooms and dog stations throughout the grounds," explains Amy T. about Hickory Hill Camping Resort.
What you should know
Water quality varies: Some campgrounds have water quality issues. "Make sure you use a water filter, there was a lot of sediment in the water when we were there," advises Michael H. about Ferenbaugh Campground, showing pictures of a filter cartridge after just four days of use.
Cell service considerations: Coverage strength depends on provider and specific location within each park. "Wifi was strong enough to do work calls," reports Laura W. about her stay at Finger Lakes RV Resort, rating it "perfection" and noting she "would give it 6 stars if that was an option."
Site differences: Most rv parks near Pine City, New York have varied terrain with some sites more desirable than others. "I would recommend the outer part of the loop that circles the common areas. Woods and shade but very close to all the happenings," suggests B.C. about Bucktail Camping Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Activity amenities: Jellystone Park PA Wilds (formerly Bucktail Camping Resort) offers extensive children's activities. "Kids had a great time at this campground. Two playgrounds, a pool, two jumping pillows, mini train, carousel, and activities. Good for bike riding although hilly," shares B.C. about their stay at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park PA Wilds.
Swimming options: Water features vary significantly between campgrounds. "This campground has a nice small beach area with sand for the kids. Water is very shallow however, so not the best place for swimming for older kids and there is no pool, but there are life guards and plenty of depth for young kids," explains Jessica G. about Park Station.
Playground facilities: Multiple rv parks near Pine City offer play structures. "There is a newer and good sized playground in the day visit area," notes Jessica G. about Park Station, while Aspen Family Campground's visitor Kat V. shares "The pond is beautiful, it was quiet and just relaxing. The kids had a great time."
Tips from RVers
Road conditions: Access roads to campgrounds can present challenges. "The entry road to the campground itself is a very steep, narrow road with a small curve at the top. It's well-maintained but keep an eye out for campers coming down. There's space for getting by but it's tight," warns B.C. about Jellystone Park PA Wilds.
Site measurements: RV campers should verify site dimensions before arrival. "The site we booked online had bad measurements, so when we got there we found our trailer wouldn't fit. The camp map is close but not very accurate, so calling them to book if you have any questions is the way to go," advises B.C. from their experience at Aspen Family Campground.
Hookup considerations: Different campground sections may offer varying hookup options. "This CG has two distinct sections. Near the entrance is the Pull Through Area. Behind a row of trees there are several sites with full hookups including cable TV and Wi-Fi. The sites are open, reasonably level, and a good size. The other sites are in the woods, most of these sites do not have sewer connections," explains Michael H. about Ferenbaugh Campground.
