Best Campgrounds near Portville, NY

The southern tier of New York surrounding Portville features a mix of established campgrounds and natural areas for outdoor recreation. Allegany State Park, located about 30 miles west of Portville, serves as the region's largest camping destination with both the Quaker and Red House areas offering tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Closer to town, Riverhurst Park Campground provides riverside camping with full hookup options for RVs and shaded tent sites under mature trees. Smaller private operations like Firefly Acres offer more intimate camping experiences with just three sites. The camping season typically runs from mid-April through October, with most facilities closing for winter, though Red House Area in Allegany State Park maintains year-round availability for hardy cold-weather campers.

Seasonal considerations significantly impact camping experiences in the Portville region. Spring brings variable conditions with occasional flooding along the Allegheny River, while summer offers reliable camping weather with daytime temperatures averaging 75-85°F. Fall attracts many visitors seeking colorful foliage displays, particularly in Allegany State Park. As one camper noted, "The park was such a great find. We wanted to spend a few days in the woods admiring the beautiful fall colors and this turned out to be the perfect place." Cell service varies considerably throughout the area, with many campgrounds having limited or no coverage. Most established campgrounds require reservations, especially during summer weekends and fall color season. Bear activity has been reported in the region, requiring proper food storage at all sites.

Water access represents a significant draw for many campers in the area. Riverhurst Park Campground receives consistently high ratings for its river access points, with one visitor sharing, "There are entrance spots to kayak and play in the river. We left with peaceful, wonderful memories, including seeing an eagle fly over the river!" Fishing opportunities abound in local waterways, particularly for trout in spring and early summer. Campground amenities vary widely, with state park facilities typically offering more developed infrastructure including shower houses and dump stations. Private campgrounds often provide more personalized experiences but may have fewer amenities. Hiking trails connect many camping areas to scenic overlooks and natural features, with the extensive trail system in Allegany State Park being particularly popular for day hikes from campsites.

Best Camping Sites Near Portville, New York (162)

    1. Riverhurst Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Portville, NY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 373-0535

    "There’s lots of amenities like volleyball, basketball, playground, swings, all in a safe area away from roads. There’s entrance spots to kayak/ play in the river."

    "It was a lovely site situated right on the bank of the Allegheny River. It was very beautiful,relaxing and peaceful there. We would definitely go back if we’re ever back in the area."

    2. Firefly Acres

    1 Review
    Portville, NY
    5 miles
    +1 (347) 824-9867

    $35 - $89 / night

    "Firefly Acres is a great spot to setup camp with tons of activities nearby including trails for hiking & mountain biking.  Check them out and share some pics of your stay!"

    3. Quaker Area — Allegany State Park State Park

    27 Reviews
    Steamburg, NY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 354-2182

    "great New York state park. stayed here for 2 nights and I will be back. the park is so big I only got to do some of the hiking. very nice."

    "There office/store is not located in the loop we parked in but it was an easy in and out with our 45’ motorhome and tow car."

    4. Red House Area — Allegany State Park State Park

    13 Reviews
    Salamanca, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 354-9121

    "Cabins are pretty large and have some great surounding areas, like creeks right next to the cabins. Great place for family camping with tons of different activites offered around the park."

    "We've been coming to this campground since I was a kid, and love the fact that you can have the amenities of home away from home."

    5. Allegheny River Campground

    7 Reviews
    Coudersport, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 544-8844

    $34 - $138 / night

    "There's plenty of streams to filter water from, a lush fern forest, and the best part, of course, is the lake!"

    "Perfect location for us. Quiet spacious sites. Very pleasant owner allowed us to stay even though they were technically closed for the season."

    6. Maple Lane RV Park

    1 Review
    Belfast, NY
    14 miles
    +1 (585) 968-1677

    "Campground there was booked, and we preferred not to drive home. Got in around 6pm and got a nice site."

    7. Retreat at Fern Hill

    1 Review
    Wellsville, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 385-0549

    $165 / night

    8. Bova Cottages — Allegany State Park

    4 Reviews
    Salamanca, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 354-9121

    $229 / night

    "Allegany State Park is nearby for hiking, snowshoeing, XC skiing, leaf peeping,etc."

    "After the last bad winter storm we had (2/2018) trees fell all over the park, including on my favorite hiking trails."

    9. Campground Adventures

    1 Review
    Franklinville, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 393-5811

    $40 - $45 / night

    10. Triple R Camping Resort and Trailer Sales

    4 Reviews
    Franklinville, NY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 676-3856

    "There’s definitely something for everyone here; pool, splash park, hiking trails, playgrounds, & activities for all ages are just some of the things. Highly recommend!"

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Recent Reviews near Portville, NY

424 Reviews of 162 Portville Campgrounds


  • Roger V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Palmers Pond State Forest

    beautiful spots near pond or in woods

    if the lake spots are busy check the woods, there are a bunch more nice spots. dispersed free LNT style. no services. would stay here again.

  • Dana M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Quiet, Quaint and Clean!

    We love the lower loop! We were there on a Monday night and there were 4 sites occupied on our loop. Great stars. Clean bathrooms!

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Cain hollow campground

    Come in Autumn!

    Absolutely beautiful camping loop. There are many others but Cain Hollow is completely open and on the side of a hill so beautiful views of the changing colors. Also good for Starlink users. Clean bathrooms. Beautiful paved greenway. Easy and hard trails available. Restaurant, general stores, laundry, bike rentals… this park is awesome. Absolutely zero Verizon service though. Heads up!

  • Miranda
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Woodstream Campsite

    Rip off

    Have to stay at least 2 nights. Employees say one thing. Then boss charges me even though I was told it was okay. Aren't willing to reason with. Also traffic very loud at night

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Red Bridge Recreation Area - Allegheny National Forest

    Not bad for 20 bucks

    Not bad at all for 20 bucks , spots with electricity cost more. Came on a week night without a reservation and was almost unable to get a spot , host was nice though! Quiet area

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    Don’t recommend

    Apple Maps brings you way far away, follow the pin and it will bring you. Way too grown in as of August . Didn’t end up staying here. May be a good spot in the fall once the grass dies. Secluded spot though

  • S
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Beaver Meadow Family Campground

    Ridiculous pool rule

    The campgrounds are nice. The staff, friendly. Brought our RV so I didn’t see the bathrooms. We had a site that was “lake view” which was funny because it’s a pond. It was stocked so fishing was fun. They have a nice heated pool. My only real issue is the ridiculous two adult pool rule if you are with kids. We spent all day at the rodeo. We came back ready to swim after being in the sun all day. Of course my toddler fell asleep so I stayed with him at the campsite and my husband took our other two kids to the pool. They were able to swim for 15 mins before the other people who were at the pool took off. So it was just my husband and kids left. The lady working in the office came out and told them they had to get out because“there has to be two adults and one has to stay on deck”. Like, what?!? Seriously? That’s the stupidest rule I’ve ever heard. So he gets my very disappointed kids out of the pool and they are just hanging out pool side hoping for basically a stranger to come swim so they can swim. They waited nearly an hour before they got defeated and came back to the camper. Stupid rule. I’ve never seen any campground ever have that rule. If you are that worried about a solo parent taking care of their kids, hire a life guard. Or make that pool rule known prior to booking. My kids had life jackets on and my husband is CPR certified. Literally will never come here again because of this rule. Lame lame LAME.

  • Bret J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2025

    Cherry Creek Campground and Recreation

    Needs some work but definitely worth checking out

    The campground is quiet and spacious. The facilities are in need of updates but are definitely in working order

  • Casey L.
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Kiasutha

    Wooded sites

    Our campsite was waterfront and beautiful, but the majority were just a wooded setting. They all seemed decently spaced apart, or at least felt that way because they had trees between. Driveways had old pavement, some were not very level but wouldn’t be a problem if you can level. Our site didn’t have a good spot for a tent but some had grassy areas. Bathrooms were outdated but mostly clean, no paper towels or hand dryers. Didn’t see any rangers or park staff drive through, quiet hours were not enforced and we had a loud neighbor. Close to some nice trails.


Guide to Portville

Camping spots near Portville, New York provide access to the Western New York and Pennsylvania border region's mixed deciduous forests and river valley terrain. The area sits at elevations ranging from 1,400-2,300 feet with summer temperatures averaging 10-15°F cooler than nearby urban areas. Most campsites close for winter by late October, though limited cabin options remain available year-round.

What to do

Creek exploration and fishing: Several campgrounds offer direct access to waterways for fishing. At Campground Adventures, visitors appreciate the Ischua Creek access, with one camper noting, "It sets along the Ischua creek which has good fishing and kayaking."

Hiking through forests: The region offers extensive trail networks with varying difficulty levels. One visitor to Red House Area — Allegany State Park shared, "The hiking trails were beautiful and well-marked, the check-in process was easy, and it was a wonderful campground!"

Swimming in natural settings: Both developed pools and natural swimming areas can be found. The Retreat at Fern Hill features "a great swimming pond with a slide" according to a recent visitor who appreciated the unique water amenity.

Boulder climbing: For families seeking adventure beyond hiking, unique rock formations provide natural climbing opportunities. A visitor to Red House Area remarked, "Check out Thunder rocks and climb boulders the size of a house."

What campers like

Tree identification opportunities: Educational features at some campgrounds help visitors learn about local flora. One camper at Riverhurst Park Campground mentioned, "QR codes labeling different trees on the property. Coming from Arizona this was a nice feature and something I'd never seen at another park."

Wildlife viewing: The region offers opportunities to spot various birds and animals. A Riverhurst visitor shared an exciting experience: "We left with a peaceful, wonderful time and memories, including seeing an eagle fly over the river!"

Fall color viewing: The deciduous forests provide spectacular autumn displays, with many campers planning trips specifically for this season. One camper at Quaker Area found "The park was such a great find for admiring the beautiful fall colors."

Winter camping options: Unlike many regional campgrounds that close completely, some areas offer year-round access. At Allegheny River Campground, a winter visitor reported, "We set up our tent and a snow storm came overnight 5 plus inches so we settled in, the place is absolutely beautiful just for the solidarity and the wonderful animal noises and complete darkness at night."

What you should know

Limited connectivity: Cell reception varies widely across camping areas. A camper at Bova Cottages noted that "Poor to no cell phone reception adds to the remoteness" of the experience.

Wildlife considerations: Bear activity requires proper food storage in some areas. One camper at Quaker Area — Allegany State Park mentioned, "Do not leave food out. The bears are very ambitious."

Seasonal closures: Most campgrounds operate from April/May through October. At Quaker Area, the season runs "May 18 to October 8" according to park information.

Firewood restrictions and availability: To prevent pest spread, outside firewood is discouraged. A camper at Quaker Area advised: "The park service asks you not to transport fire wood. My problem is when you get to the park the small bundles way over priced 35$ lasted for a night. The next day we found camp wood 32"x60" rack for 15$ that lasted us 2 days. Buy firewood outside the park save yourself some cash."

Tips for camping with families

Multiple playground options: Several campgrounds offer developed play areas for children. At Triple R Camping Resort, campers appreciate that "there's definitely something for everyone here; pool, splash park, hiking trails, playgrounds, & activities for all ages."

Social opportunities: The campground layout at some locations facilitates children meeting other campers. At Quaker Area, a visitor observed: "This area, all of the camp sites are right on top of each other. It was great for the kids because they were able to find instant friends and ride their bikes around."

Water recreation variety: Beyond swimming, various water activities appeal to different ages. Triple R Camping Resort visitors appreciate the amenities: "So much for the kids to do with splash pad, pool, playground and Rec room. Worth every penny."

Educational programming: Scheduled activities provide learning opportunities. At Red House Area, a camper noted, "They runs daily activities you can go to and learn about different things in nature."

Tips from RVers

Site spacing considerations: Some RV areas have limited privacy between sites. A visitor to Quaker Area observed, "The campsites were a little too closely spaced, and no one enforced quiet hours. We could hear people laughing and carrying on all night long."

Winter cabin alternatives: For RVers seeking off-season options, heated cabins provide comfort. Red House Area cabins were described as having "wood burning stoves" that "never have a problem staying toasty on cold nights."

Driving times within parks: The size of some parks means significant travel from entrance to campsite. At Quaker Area, a visitor noted, "Upon entering the park it was a 20 minute drive to our site."

Hookup availability: Electric, water and sewer connections vary by campground and site. Maple Lane RV Park offers big-rig friendly sites with full hookups, allowing for extended stays with all the comforts of home.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make reservations at Riverhurst Park campground in Portville?

For Riverhurst Park campground reservations in Portville, you'll need to contact the Portville town offices directly as they manage the reservation system. Similar to other regional campgrounds like Lyman Run State Park Campground, you may be able to reserve sites online through an official reservation portal or by phone. If planning a trip to the area and Riverhurst Park is unavailable, consider Hanging Bog Big Bass Serenity Camp, a private homestead campground that offers reservations for those seeking a more secluded experience in the region. Booking well in advance is recommended, especially during peak camping seasons.

What amenities are available at Riverhurst Park campground in Portville?

While specific information for Riverhurst Park campground is limited, nearby campgrounds in the region offer various amenities. Allegheny River Campground provides water access, toilets, and is big-rig friendly with boat-in access options. Similarly, Willow Bay Recreation Area offers tent sites, RV sites, small cabins with electricity, and a central bathhouse near the oak loop. Most campgrounds in the Portville area typically include basic facilities like pit toilets or bathhouses, picnic tables, and fire rings. For the most current information on Riverhurst Park's specific amenities, contact the Portville town offices directly.

What camping is available near Portville, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Portville, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 162 campgrounds and RV parks near Portville, NY and 13 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Portville, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Portville, NY is Riverhurst Park Campground with a 5-star rating from 5 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Portville, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 free dispersed camping spots near Portville, NY.