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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Portageville, NY

410 Reviews

Letchworth State Park Campground's pet-friendly loops allow dogs with specific limitations. Only three loops (including 600 and 700) permit pets, and reservations for these sites fill quickly due to the two-dog maximum policy. The camping areas offer electricity at all sites with water spigots distributed throughout the grounds. Jellystone Park of Western New York features a dedicated dog park for exercising pets while camping. Four Winds Campground in Portageville accepts pets at all sites with electric hookups and sewer connections available. Many campers note the pet-friendly loops at Letchworth require advance booking, especially during peak summer months, as they represent only a portion of the park's total camping capacity. The Ridge Campsite and Woodstream Campsite both welcome pets with designated areas for dogs, providing options for tent campers, RV travelers, and those seeking cabin accommodations.

Hiking trails throughout the region accommodate leashed pets, with Letchworth State Park offering numerous pet-accessible paths near the camping areas. Proper waste disposal facilities exist at most campgrounds, though pet owners should bring their own waste bags as availability varies between locations. Nearby Houghton/Letchworth KOA maintains pet-friendly policies but some visitors report inconsistent enforcement of leash requirements. Wildlife encounters remain possible in this region, requiring vigilance when camping with dogs, particularly during dawn and dusk hours. The terrain surrounding Portageville campgrounds ranges from wooded areas to open meadows, providing varied environments for pet exercise. Several campgrounds implement quiet hours that apply to barking dogs as well, with management addressing noise complaints from other campers when necessary.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Portageville, New York (91)

    1. Letchworth State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Perry, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 493-3600

    $300 / night

    "We have camped at Letchworth State Park for nearly 30 years. Recent updates to playground equipment and restroom/shower facilities have brought the amenities into the 21st century."

    "Letchworth State Park is known as the Grand Canyon of the East and is located in Mt. Morris New York. My husband and I visited regularly when we lived near Rochester, NY."

    2. Jellystone Park™ of Western New York

    14 Reviews
    North Java, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 457-9644

    $31 - $276 / night

    "There is a dog park as well!"

    "Playgrounds, beach, mini-golf, dog park, bounce pillow, basketball, volleyball, movie nights, wagon rides twice a day with Jellystone characters, lots of daily activities, water park, kayaks, SUP’s, canoes"

    3. Stony Brook State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Dansville, NY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 335-5530

    $17 - $90 / night

    "We stayed for two day and hike the trails. The gorge trail has all the waterfalls and you can walk right next to them."

    "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"

    4. Woodstream Campsite

    4 Reviews
    Castile, NY
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 493-5643

    "The tent site we had, had access to the creek which was neat. The bathrooms are outdated, but clean. Some of the showers cost a quarter and some don't, which was peculiar."

    5. Four Winds Campground

    2 Reviews
    Portageville, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 493-2794

    "It's very close to Letchworth and a short drive to stony Brooke state park."

    6. The Ridge Campsite

    3 Reviews
    Mount Morris, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 658-4709

    7. Houghton / Letchworth KOA

    3 Reviews
    Fillmore, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 567-4211

    "My only complaint would be that the pet rules are not enforced. I would see five dogs from my site and only one was on a leash all the time. My dog. One dog was free to roam wherever it wanted."

    "The site next to us was built up so that there was a slight hill that contained their sewer pipe.  Had they had sewer issues, I'm sure their waste would have run directly into our site. "

    8. Evergreen Trails Campground

    4 Reviews
    Belfast, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 466-7993

    "The cabins next to us were very loud so that was distracting. The cabins looked very nice though.

    The shower house was clean and nice but did cost money, which I think is not appropriate."

    9. Jones Pond Campground

    1 Review
    Fillmore, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 567-8100

    "Jones pond has 6 campsites located along a Jeep road, out of the boat launch parking lot."

    10. Beaver Meadow Family Campground

    6 Reviews
    Java Center, NY
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (585) 457-3101

    "HIGHLIGHTS: 

    Many nature trails 

    Visitors center 

    Swimming pool 

    Beautiful sunsets 

    Fishing 

    Well Sized campsites

    CONS: 

    Roads are not paved making it difficult for kids riding bikes 

    Pricey"

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  • Kelly H.
    Jun. 5, 2018

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    30+ years of great memories!

    We have camped at Letchworth State Park for nearly 30 years. Recent updates to playground equipment and restroom/shower facilities have brought the amenities into the 21st century. The price is reasonable, and the park is a gem. A couple cons to consider: pets only allowed in three loops. Quite often, pet loop reservations are maxed quickly. There is a two dog limit, which excludes many campers. If you are used to private campgrounds, realize that services are limited here. Mediocre camp store and laundry; both get the job done, but leave a lot to be desired.

  • Carlyne F.
    Feb. 15, 2021

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Letchworth State Park, NY

    Letchworth State Park is known as the Grand Canyon of the East and is located in Mt. Morris New York. My husband and I visited regularly when we lived near Rochester, NY. The park is stunning and is fit for camping whether you’re in a tent, RV or choosing to rent a gorgeous cabin. There are many walking and hiking trails for adventurers of all types. Make sure you bring your camera as the views are all photo worthy. The camping price is right due to the fact that the park is run by the state. A great place to stay especially in the Summer!!

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Nov. 16, 2023

    Quiet Valley

    Country Glamping

    Jake from the Dyrt here! Quiet Valley is a glamping campground with canvas tents in a slowed down country setting in New York.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • D
    Sep. 9, 2023

    Shamrock Pines Campground

    Clean and friendly

    Called up on Friday afternoon of Labor Day weekend and they accommodated us for two nights.  John and his staff were friendly and welcoming.  Very clean campground with mostly seasonal sites.  Several overnight sites with electric and water.  These sites were mostly gravel and cut into a bank so that there is some separation.  Surrounded by trees but grounds are well kept.  Fully fenced dog park that was great for our pup.  A couple of ponds for kids to fish and what looks like a nice pool.  Quiet hours observed.  On Saturday night there was a band in an outdoor stage that was great.

    Close enough to Ellicottville to enjoy the shops, brewery and restaurants there.

    Only thing I would mention is the dump station is simply just a pipe off one of the driveways with a water hose.  Not a problem and it works, just not typical of dump stations.

  • Jessica M.
    Mar. 6, 2023

    Cherry Hill Campground

    vacation

    Last year I vacationed at this campsite with my husband. We really liked it there, the nature is very beautiful. We got there by renting a car on Rental24h.com and took a tent with us and had a great time

  • Amber A.
    Aug. 1, 2016

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Good weekend campsite

    Not technically in the Finger Lakes but still one of the most beautiful parts of Western New York State. Splurge and eat at the Glen Iris Inn! Great for cycling and hiking but no swimming. I love taking visitors here in all seasons but in autumn it is exceptional. I’ve stayed in a few tent sites and all are wooded and pretty private with your standard basic amenities. This is a popular park so make reservations.

  • Courtney K.
    Aug. 1, 2020

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    The Grand Canyon of the East!

    I went to college right near Letchworth State Park so I spent many wonderful weekends there! There is a reason why they call it the Grand Canyon of the East. Not only can you check out the beautiful waterfalls, but there are also many awesome trails, rivers, and caves to check out. When I would camp, we would rent a camp site with our tent but, you could camp with your RV or even rent a cabin. Ive gone every month of the year, but these pictures were from my birthday in January. Letchworth is one of the best parks in New York state and a definite must see!

  • Paula T.
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Letchworth State Park Campground

    Letchworth State Park

    My son and I have a new favorite campground.  We absolutely fell in love with this park.  I find it odd that even though I grew up only an hour away, we never camped there.  Big mistake!  There are many trails to hike on and beautiful views of the gorge and river.  You have to drive to many of the places but it's worth it.  There are many souvenir and snack stands as well as a pool (again, you have to drive to them).  The camp store is small but well stocked with a laundry attached. Some loops allow pets and others don't.  If you want to bring your pet, please check to make sure you reserve a pet-friendly loop. Unfortunately for us, it rained the entire time we were there so we never got to walk the trails or use the pool.  Keep an eye out for other activities.  There are balloon rides, craft shows, etc. that happen throughout the summer. With so much to do in the park, you don't really need to leave but nearby is the Arcade and Attica Railroad.  It's a nice little ride through the countryside.  There is also a small dam that you can visit (we missed out this last time).  I highly recommend visiting.

Guide to Portageville

Portageville sits at the southern end of Letchworth State Park, at approximately 1,100 feet elevation in western New York. The area receives about 37 inches of precipitation annually, with camping season typically running May through October. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing, making late spring through early fall the optimal camping period.

What to do

Gorge hiking trails: Letchworth State Park Campground offers 66 miles of hiking trails through the "Grand Canyon of the East" with views of three major waterfalls. "I love taking visitors here in all seasons but in autumn it is exceptional," notes reviewer Amber A., who recommends the scenic trails year-round.

Natural swimming areas: Stony Brook State Park Campground features a unique natural swimming pool carved from the mountain. "This park is beautiful and has a unique swimming area- a 'pool' carved from the mountain! There are lots of paths and picnic areas, as well as beautiful hiking trails and creeks to cool off in," shares Kayti D.

Creek rafting: The waterways near Portageville provide opportunities for water recreation. "One of the coolest things was rafting on the creek! There was also mini golf and multiple playgrounds," writes Stephanie B. about her experience at Woodstream Campsite.

What campers like

Waterfalls and gorge views: The landscape around Portageville features dramatic gorges and waterfalls. "The gorge trail is very busy but you still can enjoy the beautiful waterfalls along with the gorge formation. We also did the east trail that goes up to the top of the gorge and is also a little further into the woods," explains Verity S. about Stony Brook State Park.

Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer stocked ponds for fishing. At The Ridge Campsite, Nick O. notes they have "multiple fishing ponds, swimming pool and playgrounds. They have a nice little store for necessities and a snack shop."

Family activities: Jellystone Park of Western New York provides extensive entertainment options. Kristin B. shares, "Playgrounds, beach, mini-golf, dog park, bounce pillow, basketball, volleyball, movie nights, wagon rides twice a day with Jellystone characters, lots of daily activities, water park, kayaks, SUP's, canoes, LIFEGUARDS!... ALL INCLUDED."

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds operate from May through mid-October. "Stayed at the beginning of the week in the 300 loop. A lot of beautiful campers there, perfect setup. Easy to get a reservation. Staff was great. Tricky roads but hey it's camping," reports Jay about Beaver Meadow Family Campground.

Dog friendly campgrounds near Portageville: Most area campgrounds welcome pets with proper leashing. Camper Frank B. notes at Houghton/Letchworth KOA: "My only complaint would be that the pet rules are not enforced. I would see five dogs from my site and only one was on a leash all the time."

Limited grocery options: The area is rural with minimal shopping. "The town is teeny tiny so no good grocery store around," mentions Kristin B. about the area near Jellystone Park, suggesting campers bring supplies.

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