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Site 80 is across from water access. But only 5 minutes to fill your tank. If you book an inside loop close to #80 you will be close to water.
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Campgrounds near Owego, New York primarily offer developed camping experiences at established parks and private facilities. Hickories Park Campground, located along the Susquehanna River within Owego town limits, provides RV and tent camping with riverside sites that accommodate both drive-in and boat-in access. The region includes several family-oriented campgrounds within a 30-mile radius, including Pine Valley RV Park and Campground in Endicott and Aspen Family Campground in Candor. Most facilities in the area support multiple accommodation types with tent sites, RV hookups, and in some locations, cabin rentals or glamping options.
The camping season throughout the Owego area generally runs from April through October, with most campgrounds closing for winter. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly for weekend stays during summer months. "Green grass perfect space for kids to play. Came in late, got a spot and took care of everything in the morning. Fall is a very pretty time up here," noted one visitor about Hickories Park. Sites along waterways like the Susquehanna River offer fishing access but may experience occasional flooding during spring runoff. Road access to campgrounds is generally well-maintained, though visitors should be aware that tent sites at some campgrounds like Greenwood County Park can fill quickly during summer weekends.
Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews across multiple campgrounds in the region. Sites with river or lake views are particularly sought after at Hickories Park and Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground just across the Pennsylvania border. According to one visitor, "The lakeside spots are gorgeous and the private dock is great when you have kids that love to fish." Campground amenities vary considerably, with most offering basic facilities like showers, toilets, and picnic tables, while others feature swimming areas, playgrounds, and recreational activities. The proximity to urban centers like Binghamton and Ithaca means campers can enjoy outdoor experiences while remaining close to services. State parks in the broader region, such as Robert H. Treman State Park and Chenango Valley State Park, provide additional developed camping options with hiking trails and natural features within a reasonable drive from Owego.
Best Campgrounds near Owego (148)
1. Hickories Park Campground
"i pulled in at about 6pm mid week, the ranger station was closed drove around & found tent site 79 open, it's next to the river."
"Lovely but simple views all around and rolling green hills in the distance. Campground is well-kept and relatively modern but not particularly memorable. Nice little stopover on a road trip."
2. Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground
"The tent sites are located in the back of the campground behind the sports field within the trees. I unfortunately didn’t get a chance to see them but they have them pictured on their website."
"Great family campground, decent sized sites, many lake side sites, very clean bathrooms/ showers. Several playgrounds, heated pool, pet friendly with shots paperwork."
3. Pine Valley RV Park & Campground
"They have hayrides in the summer and swimming in the lake. Lakeside sites are spacious and reasonably priced. The owners are always accessible."
4. Watkins Glen State Park Campground
"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."
"Definitely one of the top places to camp and visit in New York, Watkins Glen State Park never disappoints. Each time I come back, I find something new to discover and have a great time doing that."
from $20 - $58 / night
Check Availability5. Chenango Valley State Park Campground
"This is a beautiful park, the hiking is great with varied trails, nice changes in elevation due to the glacial geology of the landscape, and scenic vistas overlooking 2 beautiful lakes."
"The only downfall is that there really isn't much else to do around the area."
from $17 - $123 / night
Check Availability6. Greenwood County Park
"Typical New York weather. Overall, the park is more than I expected for a county park."
"The lake is pretty, the beach and picnic area is well kept, the campground is like a high quality state park—bravo to the Broome County Parks Department!"
from $30 / night
Check Availability7. Pine Valley Recreational Vehicle Park and Campgrounds
"There’s a lake, which is quite scenic, and several paths and trails."
from $27 / night
Check Availability8. Robert H. Treman State Park Campground
"Located in Tompkins County, Ithaca New York has beautiful gorges and hiking trails. Robert Treman is a treat and a gorgeous place to camp in the Ithaca, NY area."
"A waterfall cascades through a gorge here, ending in a beautiful pool for swimming at the base of the falls, with a trout stream flowing out of it towards nearby Cayuga Lake. "
from $20 - $128 / night
Check Availability9. Aspen Family Campground
10. Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground
"Buttermilk Falls State Park is a great state park in central New York. The scenery is what makes this park stand out."
"Short drive out of Ithaca proper near one of the Finger Lakes. Medium to easy trails (the ones near the gorges are steep but with nice rock steps)."
from $21 - $66 / night
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- 18 min from Binghamton, NY
- 29 min from Elmira, NY
- 38 min from Ithaca, NY
- 1 hr 12 min from Scranton, PA
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Emily M.TravelerLong Pond Campground
Great dispersed camp sites
All the roads are gravel, so it might get a little muddy after a big rain but I had no issue with a low clearance car driving around to explore the sites available. About half the sites are spread out in a large patch of spruce trees, I stayed at one of these. You can hear and sometimes see cars on the main road from your site but overall the spruce trees give you a lot more privacy. Had a neighbor blasting their speaker and didn't even hear it until I was walking by on that stretch of road. You might catch a glimpse of someone's fire at night, but it mostly felt like I had the place to myself. The other half are clustered much closer together among some deciduous trees but all the sites are pretty spacious, with a picnic table, fire pit, and easy access to the water. You might get a visit from day-use visitors looking for water access, especially if you pick a site closer to the water access paths, so if you're looking for more seclusion you may want to look elsewhere, but I didn't mind and the people who did stop near my site were respectful and didn't seem to want to disturb me once they saw the site near the water access was occupied. A free permit is needed for camping during the on-season. I stayed off-season and most of the sites were unoccupied, but I could see this being a popular spot during the warmer months. Port-a-potties are also not available off-season – be prepared to find a good cat hole spot or bring a wag bag if you're not self-contained. Seeing some litter around my site was a bit of a bummer (don't be that guy!), but overall the sites looked pretty clean and well-maintained. I did notice some broken glass at my site, so if you have pets (or shoe-averse children) be mindful of their paw pads (and feet). There's plenty of downed wood for making a fire, and I passed a couple homes selling firewood on the side of the road on the way. Service was spotty (AT&T) but if you wandered around enough you could get a couple bars to send a text, or if you really needed to, drive up the road a couple of minutes. I would easily stay here again, but if I came during the main season I'd probably want to plan a mid-week trip and get my permit and claim my site as soon as possible.
Ashlee C.TravelerAndersen Hill State Forest
Great spot!
Stayed one night. Spot was great! It had rained so we weren't able to have a fire, but there was a spot where others had one previously. A little road noise from Rt 79, but honestly wasn't terrible.
Karma M.
ScoutSouth Shore Recreation Area
Fantastic Respite
Everyone here was helpful and friendly. It is extremely clean and well run while the showers and laundry room could use a little facelift but clean clean clean.
Janet R.
LegendRobert H. Treman State Park Campground
Terrific Treman Park
This is a state park centered on the amazing geologic features of Enfield Glen. A waterfall cascades through a gorge here, ending in a beautiful pool for swimming at the base of the falls, with a trout stream flowing out of it towards nearby Cayuga Lake. For the geologically curious, the trails through the gorge are fascinating and educational. And fossils abound, easily visible in the stream flowing out of the falls. This was a main draw for me about this park, as was the proximity to the paleontology institute and Museum of the Earth just to the north in the hamlet of Trumansburg. https://www.museumoftheearth.org/
Within the park itself, there are camping options for both tent and trailer camping. However, even if you usually prefer campground camping, it might be well worth your while to consider the camper cabins. These beautiful rustic cabins are located alongshore and adjacent to the falls in one of the most beautiful parts of the park! Although hikers and swimmers walk the trails nearby to the cabins alot during the day, they are usually done by late afternoon and then your cabin site is peaceful, shady and quiet, with the main sound being wind through the hemlocks and rippling of water over the stones in the brook closeby. Pull up a rocker and ease your way into a peaceful evening! Great location as a basecamp not only to explore the park, but also the nearby Geology museum as mentioned, plus Ithaca, Cayuga Lake, and area vineyards
- Janet R.Legend
Pinecreek Campground
Close to Ithaca and Cayuga Parks
This is a campground set in a nice forest location, but close by to Treman State Park and Ithaca, so a good base for day trips. They offer mostly RV camping, but do have a substantial area for tent camping and also have nice some rustic camper cabins as well as cottages and regular full service cabins. For families who enjoy neighbors, this is a good campground. Lots of families, lots of kids riding bikes and doing activities, nice kid-friendly fishing pond, lots of open space for ball games etc. There is even an offleash dog park so Fido can come along and have fun. This is a busier campground than I ordinarily would have chosen as a tent camper, but I was joining friends for a cabin stay on Labor Day weekend as nearby state park campgrounds were full. The whole grounds are well maintained and well landscaped, they did have some scheduled activities, and the pool looked sparkling clean. The cabin we stayed in was very nice, and set back into the woods along a small river and with good access to hiking trails. The camper cabins looked brand new, and I spoke to a family staying in one and they really liked it. My friends son loved the fishing, swimming, and meeting other kids to play with. The campground was not noisy for the size, and though it was large and nearly full everything was nice and all the campers respectful of each others space. Ithaca is not far for activities and supplies, and there are many local state parks that are easy to get to. I would rather camp right in a state park but this would be a great alternative especially for folks with RVs
Rachel C.ScoutHickories Park Campground
Great location
Beautiful park - some road noise from 17c. Sites are spacious
D C.ScoutLive The Outdoors LLC
Peaceful & Private Getaway🏞️
Really enjoyed staying here. It’s super private and peaceful, and we loved that it’s not a crowded campground. The land is open and easy to access, and you can tell the owners are constantly upgrading and improving things. We were even able to fish here, which was a bonus. Would definitely recommend if you appreciate privacy, nature, and a peaceful place with the freedom to relax and do your own thing.
- JJill K.Traveler
Pine Crest Campground
Great place
Nice private campground. Host was very generous. Used Coin operated laundry facilities. Full hookups for a reasonable price. Would return again.
Guide to Owego
Camping sites near Owego, New York offer easy access to the surrounding Finger Lakes region, with elevations ranging from 800 to 1,100 feet above sea level. Most campgrounds sit within the Susquehanna River Valley, which creates distinct microclimates that typically remain warmer than higher elevation areas. Local camping options span from riverside tent sites to full-service RV parks with tent camping areas typically filling fastest during summer weekends.
What to Do
Swimming in natural settings: Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground provides a unique swimming experience where the falls integrate directly into the swimming area. "This is an excellent campground because it has plenty to do for everyone... there are also gorges and waterfalls you can hike to!" notes camper Carrie J.
Fishing opportunities: Aspen Family Campground features a fishing pond that doesn't require a New York state fishing license. "The pond is beautiful, it was quiet and just relaxing. The kids had a great time," reports Kat V., highlighting the peaceful setting.
Kayaking and water sports: Pine Valley RV Park & Campground offers kayaking and swimming in their lake with recreational equipment provided. "This is by far one of the best family oriented campgrounds we've ever been in... So many things for kids to do. From boating, to giant swimming inflatables, putt putt even a giant slide. All part of the price of the campground," explains camper Mommy D.
Hiking trail networks: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground features multiple interconnected hiking trails with varying difficulty levels. "Great hiking to waterfalls, beautiful campgrounds and a large playground. Some sites have shared fresh water hookup between the sites," shares Jennifer D., highlighting both the natural attractions and practical amenities.
What Campers Like
Riverside camping spots: Hickories Park Campground receives praise for its waterfront sites. "I pulled in at about 6pm mid week, the ranger station was closed... drove around & found tent site 79 open, it's next to the river... I was able to pull directly into the camp site," explains alyssa F., noting the ease of self-check-in for late arrivals.
Off-season tranquility: Greenwood County Park offers a different experience in autumn compared to its busy summer season. "This was my first time visiting Greenwood County Park and I was pleasantly surprised. Your camping and recreation options are definitely better in the 'off' season because hardly anyone was here, but the fall colors were absolutely spectacular!" shares Janet R.
Private wooded sites: Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground provides secluded tent camping areas. "It turns out the tent site we had was the most wooded and cozy site we have camped in all year. So much room for tents/hammocks. Trees galore," explains Katye M., describing the spacious, private feeling of the tent sites.
Clean facilities: Chenango Valley State Park Campground maintains well-kept amenities. "Chenango Valley is a great state park. The beach area is well staffed and clean. Changing areas are available as well as a splash pad for the little kids. There are miles of trails to hike and roads to bike," notes Fred C.
What You Should Know
Campsite availability patterns: At most camping areas near Owego, weekends book quickly while weekdays often have more availability. "The campground is pretty quiet during the week, but fills up on weekends with guests using own (or renting) golf carts," explains Cheryl W. about Pine Cradle Lake.
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds in the region have spotty cellular coverage. "If you are looking for a place to disconnect for a few days this is it. (There is very very little cell reception and only wifi if you pay for it). We had to put our phones and devices down and just relax," shares Tracey about Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground.
Noise considerations: Watkins Glen State Park Campground offers beautiful sites but some campers note noise can be a factor. "The campground is popular on weekends (and almost daily in summer) but even with a bit of a crowd absolutely worth it when you're in the Finger Lakes," explains Harry H.
Weather variability: The region experiences significant weather changes, even during camping season. "Went in the fall, very quiet, and peaceful. Woke to snow on the tent. Had a great time listening to the birds and enjoying the trails," reports Scott M. about Robert H. Treman State Park.
Tips for Camping with Families
Private bathroom facilities: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground offers individual shower rooms that work well for families with young children. "The bathrooms were clean, with multiple free, hot showers. I believe there were separate dishwashing sinks inside the restrooms," notes Emma N.
Kid-friendly water features: Chenango Valley State Park Campground has specially designed water areas for children. "Bring your bikes, the swimming is great and the entire swimming/boating area just underwent a major renovation. You can rent kayaks and paddle boards and the park is well maintained and monitored by park police, very safe!" shares Courtney Z.
Playground access: Hickories Park Campground includes play areas for children. "This place is an excellent place to take your family it's got hookups and plenty of space for your RV and it also has showers which makes it great for my family members who don't actually like to go camping," Jill R. explains, noting how the amenities help accommodate family members with different camping preferences.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Chenango Valley State Park offers abundant wildlife sightings. "They have so many birds, squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits and insects that it was a veritable wonderland. Playground and shallow swimming area for children with life guards and a sandy beach and new bath house," describes Mary P.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: At Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground, RVers should consider site location carefully. "Nice, pull-through on gravel pad with full-hookups that can take large rigs. Lake is lovely for fishing/kayaks/canoes... Larger pull-through sites don't get a lot of shade, but there are back-in sites for shorter campers in wooded sites and shaded lake front," advises Cheryl W.
Electrical connections: Robert H. Treman State Park Campground offers electrical sites, though some campers note limitations. "Electric sites are not the best though. Rocky and unlevel. Not made for large campers," warns Victoria.
Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds have challenging roads for larger rigs. "The roads within the campground were kind of tight to get through with trees and curves," Laura L. notes about Watkins Glen State Park Campground, though she still gave the park five stars.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Owego have camping sites with cabins or water access?
Does Owego have camping sites with cabins or water access?
Yes, the Owego area offers both cabin accommodations and water access camping. Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground near Rome provides both boat-in and drive-in access with waterfront sites along its scenic lake. For campers seeking cabins, Taughannock Falls State Park Campground offers cabin rentals along with excellent swimming access in clean waters. Several campgrounds in the vicinity feature fishing opportunities, boat launches, and swimming areas. Many sites require reservations, especially during peak summer months, so booking ahead is recommended for water access sites which tend to be the most popular.
Where are the best campgrounds near Owego, NY?
Where are the best campgrounds near Owego, NY?
The Owego area offers several excellent camping options within driving distance. Hickories Park Campground is the closest option, located right in Owego with drive-in access and water views. For those willing to venture a bit further, Chenango Valley State Park Campground near Chenango Forks offers diverse camping experiences with boat-in, drive-in, and hike-in access options. Other notable options include Pine Valley RV Park near Endicott and Aspen Family Campground in Candor, both within a short drive from Owego. The region's natural beauty makes it ideal for both tent camping and RV enthusiasts.
What amenities are available at Hickories Park Campground in Owego?
What amenities are available at Hickories Park Campground in Owego?
Hickories Park Campground in Owego offers a comprehensive range of amenities for campers. The park features potable water access, clean toilet facilities, and sites that can accommodate large RVs. The campground provides boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in access options, making it versatile for different camping styles. Most sites include picnic tables and fire rings. The park's riverside location offers water recreation opportunities including fishing and boating access. While not as developed as some larger state parks like Robert H. Treman State Park Campground, Hickories Park provides the essential amenities needed for a comfortable camping experience in a convenient location near Owego.
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