Best Campgrounds near Ransomville, NY

Campgrounds near Ransomville, New York cluster primarily along Lake Ontario's shoreline and inland waterways, providing access to both lakefront and forested settings. Niagara Woodland Campground in Ransomville offers tent and RV sites with full hookups, while Four Mile Creek State Park Campground in nearby Youngstown features tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations. The area contains a mix of state parks and private campgrounds, with most facilities offering electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities. Several locations accommodate various camping styles from traditional tent camping to glamping experiences in yurts or cabins.

The camping season in this region generally runs from early May through late October, with most campgrounds closing during winter months. According to one visitor, "The views are spectacular, particularly at sunset. The campground was quiet at night. The Niagara Wine trail is close to this campground, and Niagara Falls is about a 50 minute drive away." Reservation requirements vary by location but become increasingly important during summer weekends and holiday periods. Campgrounds like HTR Niagara Campground and Daisy Barn Campground maintain well-kept facilities with clean restrooms and showers. Road access throughout the region is generally good, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads. Many campgrounds offer sanitary dump stations and trash collection, though amenities differ between state parks and private facilities.

Lake Ontario views and proximity to Niagara Falls represent major draws for campers in the Ransomville area. Several visitors highlighted sunset views over Lake Ontario as memorable experiences. A review mentioned, "We watched the sun set on Lake Ontario. It was a beautiful place to stay!" Sites with lake views typically fill quickest, especially those at Four Mile Creek State Park where campers can walk to the water's edge. The proximity to wineries, Niagara Falls, and other attractions provides additional recreational opportunities beyond camping. Wooded sites offer more privacy and shade compared to open field locations at some campgrounds. Campgrounds generally maintain quiet hours, with many reviewers noting peaceful evenings despite moderate daytime activity levels.

Best Camping Sites Near Ransomville, New York (52)

    1. Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

    54 Reviews
    Youngstown, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 745-3802

    $20 - $100 / night

    "The sites were right next to the bathrooms/showers/laundry. The bathrooms were very clean. The showers had 2 separate privacy shower curtains and a bench to put your things in the shower stall."

    "The quick walk down to the waterfront was easy and I loved the rocky beach and dips in the refreshing waters of Lake Ontario. There is a camp store on site for ice, firewood, and other supplies."

    2. HTR Niagara Campground

    36 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-7600

    $77 / night

    "This is a campground of several lakeside cabins and mostly RVs, so they were also seldom in use, making them even more accommodating for us during this time of distancing."

    "The staff was very pleasant and knowledgeable, the price was high but not unexpected considering the location. Our site was pleasantly shaded with rubbish bins a short walk away across the road."

    3. Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

    24 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-7583

    "With it being close in proximity to the Niagara Falls made nice but many turn over of campers making this a busy park. The sites were level and our site had full hook ups."

    "Stayed here to easily get back and forth to the NY side and border crossing at the falls. Nice sites and access right to the amusement park located next door."

    4. Niagara Woodland Campground

    10 Reviews
    Ransomville, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 791-3101

    "Have to say enjoyed my stay, yes lots of year around campers with permanent spots, but lots of activities during my stay and didn’t bother me at all."

    5. Niagara Falls North / Lewiston KOA

    11 Reviews
    Lewiston, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 754-8013

    "Biggest issue I had were the overly pushy camp hosts… just seemed stuck in our business… past that it was quick access to Niagara Falls and many other great attractions!"

    "This is a good campground that's not too far away from Niagara Falls."

    6. Niagara Falls Campground & Lodging

    9 Reviews
    Sanborn, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 731-3434

    $72 - $78 / night

    "It’s right off the main road and nearby trains blared their horns throughout the night. Might not be that bad if you’re in a camper."

    7. Daisy Barn Campground

    5 Reviews
    Wilson, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 751-9375

    "Everything was tidy and clean, from our campsite, laundry room, showers, bathroom, camp store, and walking paths. My only complaint is that all campsites do NOT have a view of Lake Ontario."

    "Walking distance to Lake Ontario, you can see Toronto on a clear day."

    8. Niagaras Lazy Lakes Camping Resort

    2 Reviews
    Ransomville, NY
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 433-2479

    "Staff are very friendly. 10-15 minutes from Niagara Falls and close to stores. It does have 2 on site laundry facilities but the dryers take a while. Enjoy going there."

    "There is so much to do at Lazy Lakes! From fishing to pools the kids always had something to do. I enjoyed the wine tasting and flea market."

    9. Cinderella Motel & Campsite

    8 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-2872

    $60 / night

    "It is very close to Niagara falls and for the money it is the best campground here.  KOA and Branches CGs are nicer but they are also triple the price which for us did not seem worth it. "

    "For our first camp out session, we feel blessed to have chosen site 26 closest to the woods and farthest away from the office."

    10. AA Royal Motel & Campground

    4 Reviews
    North Tonawanda, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 693-5695

    "This campground is open year around which is really hard to find in this area. We needed to come here for personal reasons before any other campground was opened."

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Recent Reviews near Ransomville, NY

351 Reviews of 52 Ransomville Campgrounds


  • Marc D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

    Large KOA

    This was a large KOA campground with many sites, cabins, activity center, etc. We were there in late October and it was partially closed down. Quite pricey. Clean facilities. Somewhat close to interstate noise. Convenient to access Niagara Falls.

  • Scott H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Big Guys Campground

    Activities for all ages!

    There is so much to do at this camp! They have a jump pillow, pool arcade, movie room, RC track, and bingo for everyone. They have live music at tavern on the property with great food! They have a disc golf field, fishing, and so many places to go on the golf carts! They also go in big on their themed weekends. Great place to go if you want the kids exhausted at the end of the day!!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Niagara Falls North / Lewiston KOA

    Niagra Falls

    We enjoyed this campground. Attendant advised he had a full connect site available and upgraded. Gravel pad farely level. Filled propane while there. They do trash pickup every morning.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Niagara County Camping Resort

    Niagra County Camping Resort

    Arrived late at night to this established site. This is a mixed accommodation campground with established long term residents & short term sites.

    Some sites include a table, power access and tire rim for fire-ring. Showers & flushing toilets are near RV sites in back area. Small camp store, swimming pond & fishing pond. Manager, Christine very nice & helpful.

    Campground is relatively close to scenic drives along Lake Ontario & Niagra State Park, Niagra Falls.

  • Christopher  T.
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Evangola State Park Campground

    What a shame

    This used to be real nice but NY has let all it's park go to pot with lack of funding and no updates

  • MacKenzi G.
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

    Kid friendly but Bee Problem

    We had a lot of fun here and there’s a lot of activities for kids I would typically give this campsite 5 stars but our only problem was there were bees everywhere. I get some bees are apart of the camping experience and nature but we’ve never ran into this problem elsewhere. They were all over the campground it was very unpleasant and there was a nest under the playground we did advise management of.

  • SkipperAllen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

    Niagara Falls visit

    We stayed here when seeing the falls easy 18 min drive to the falls. One perk we were not aware of was free parking at one of the three New Yark park parking lots with our campground pass. Showers clean and warm. Staff helpful and friendly.

  • Scott H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    Relaxing 2 weeks

    The camp store is closed along with no firewood and no laundry.

    We stayed for 2 weeks and it was so relaxing. We loved biking through the loops and by the beach at the park. There was live music at the park during the week. The campground has an activity room full of things to do. As a state park, there are a lot of different people with different values, so be ready for the occasional obnoxious family. Our site was secluded and in the pines. We love it here and will definitely do this again!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Niagara Woodland Campground

    Good for the price

    Have to say enjoyed my stay, yes lots of year around campers with permanent spots, but lots of activities during my stay and didn’t bother me at all. Meet the owner very nice guy loan me his father tiedown steaks. Plenty of kids having fun by the pool. So I didn’t have to entertain my boys. It’s a well seasoned campground. So on the older side. But didn’t stop us from having a good trip overall


Guide to Ransomville

Camping options near Ransomville, New York generally operate from early May through late October, with most facilities closing during winter months due to harsh lake-effect snow conditions. Campgrounds in this region typically see summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak season with cooler nights around 55-65°F. The area offers camping access to both the Lake Ontario shoreline and inland forested settings within a 20-mile radius of Ransomville.

What to do

Explore Lake Ontario shorelines: At Four Mile Creek State Park Campground, visitors can watch spectacular sunsets from designated viewing areas. According to one camper, "You can't swim off the ledges, but this place is worth it. (and it's cheap 🙂)" Another visitor noted, "We camped at site 161 which was fairly shaded and had a large open field with a view of Lake Ontario."

Visit Niagara Falls: HTR Niagara Campground offers easy access to Niagara Falls, just minutes away. As one reviewer states, "Lots of activities at this park, staff is friendly, clean pools, facilities, zip line, boat rentals, spacious sites, and minutes from the falls!" Another mentions, "Located a short drive to the Falls, on the 'less busy side', to boot!"

Take advantage of free parking: Four Mile Creek State Park provides complimentary parking passes for Niagara Falls. A camper reports, "Staff inside office were very friendly-gave many trail suggestions and good tips for navigating the city. Comes with state park parking pass to park free and access to town shuttle."

What campers like

Variety of amenities: HTR Niagara Campground offers activities beyond basic camping. One reviewer shares, "We have little kids and they were just as entertained as all the big kids. Very clean, everything was new and updated. Lots of bath house and some with family showering areas."

Clean facilities: Daisy Barn Campground maintains well-kept grounds and facilities. A visitor confirms, "Everything was tidy and clean, from our campsite, laundry room, showers, bathroom, camp store, and walking paths." Another states, "Very well kept campground. Owners on site and attentive."

Toronto skyline views: From Lake Ontario shoreline camps, the Toronto skyline is visible on clear days. A Daisy Barn Campground camper notes, "It is set right on beautiful Lake Ontario, across from the Toronto skyline." Another visitor confirms, "Walking distance to Lake Ontario, you can see Toronto on a clear day."

What you should know

Site layouts vary significantly: Some campgrounds offer more privacy than others. At Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday, "You can choose your own environmental experience. Camping with kids and enjoy interacting with other camping families? Then the 100 loop with large playground is for you!"

Seasonal differences: Most campgrounds in the area close during winter. AA Royal Motel & Campground is an exception, operating year-round. A camper notes, "This campground is open year around which is really hard to find in this area."

Bathroom quality varies: Facility maintenance differs between campgrounds. At Cinderella Motel & Campsite, "The facilities could use some work. They are very old, and it's hard to tell if they are clean or just old." Meanwhile, at Four Mile Creek State Park, "The bathhouse in the 200 loop with bathrooms and showers are up-to-date and SUPER CLEAN."

Tips for camping with families

Pool access: Niagaras Lazy Lakes Camping Resort provides family-friendly water activities. A visitor shares, "There is so much to do at Lazy Lakes! From fishing to pools the kids always had something to do. I enjoyed the wine tasting and flea market."

Playground options: When selecting the best places to camp near Ransomville, consider playground access. At HTR Niagara Campground, there are "3 pools and brand new playground. We have little kids and they were just as entertained as all the big kids."

Site selection for families: At Four Mile Creek State Park, site location matters. "The 100 loop with large playground (lots of sites with electric hookups, though not a lot of shade) is for you!" Another camper advises, "Interested in a less social scene, then the 200 loop (has electric hookups) or the 300 loop (no hookups) might be for you."

Tips from RVers

Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have more level sites than others. At Cinderella Motel & Campsite, "The sites toward the front are definitely more level and have better cell service, but the sites toward the back are better shaded."

Large rig considerations: For bigger RVs, site selection is crucial. At Cinderella, "We were in a back in gravel site that backed up to the motel which may not seem that nice but the electric, water and sewer worked perfectly. Our 40 foot MH and Toad fit with room to spare."

Access routes: When traveling to camping destinations near Ransomville, New York, avoid certain routes. One RVer cautions about visiting Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA, "Note: if you are coming in from the southern side, DO NOT GO THROUGH DOWNTOWN BUFFALO like we did! PAY THE TOLLS!"

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Ransomville, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ransomville, NY is Four Mile Creek State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 54 reviews.