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Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground offers wooded tent, RV, and cabin accommodations that welcome pets in St. Johnsville. Pet owners find spacious sites along the creek with ample room for animals, picnic tables, and campfires. Sites are well spaced to provide privacy while walking dogs, and the quiet, natural setting creates a peaceful environment for pet owners. Fort Plain Lock 15 on Empire Trail provides free tent camping options for visitors with pets, featuring a large dirt parking lot situated directly on the Mohawk River - perfect for wildlife viewing and fishing with canine companions. The campground limits stays to 48 hours and requires a brief survey upon arrival. Bathrooms at established campgrounds like Crystal Grove are kept clean and well-maintained for all visitors.
St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina offers riverside camping where pets can enjoy water access for $10 per tent site. Dogs are permitted throughout the property with proper leashing, though owners should be aware that trains pass nearby throughout the day and night, which may disturb noise-sensitive pets. Royal Mountain Campsites provides large, pet-friendly sites with access to hiking paths and creek areas where dogs can cool off. The campground maintains quiet hours that benefit both campers and pets, and the surrounding wooded areas offer pleasant walking opportunities. Spruce Creek Campground features a creek that's more like a river where dogs can wade and swim during warmer months, with mowed walking areas extending along the waterfront. Potable water is available at most facilities, and trash disposal is provided at designated stations.
"Best of all, you can bring your pets!"
"It is pet friendly. We stayed with our 3 small children. Enjoyed bike riding through the park. water was beautiful. Lots of waterfront access."
from $18 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Continue driving past the original coordinates until you reach the dirt parking lot on the right. You’ll see signs that say “No Vehicles Past This Point” — those apply only to the grassy picnic area."
"It offers sounds of the highway and freight trains going by, my wife and I love it. If you need quiet, keep on moving. There are grills in the grassy area for tent camping, also a potable water tap."
"Along with staying at this peaceful wooded campground, one can “mine” Herkimer Diamond quartz crystals adjacent to the campground via a bridge over the stream. I enjoyed a site next to the stream."
"A fine campground with it's own Herkimer Diamond Mine walking distance (or you can drive up your vehicle) to the mining area. A fairly small, nicely wooded campground."
"My buddy and I were looking for a campsite for a quick overnight stay before a bike trip around the Adirondacks, and this spot was a perfect fit."
"He lives on a sprawling 25-acre property near the town of Gloversville at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains."
from $15 - $25 / night
Check Availability"Upon arrival my husband told the owner that we had never set up before and he came and walked us through the whole process. He also gave us tips on equipment to get etc."
"The land is next to a river. They keep it mowed and it went on for a while. The dogs enjoyed the walk!"
from $25 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Clean ...clean bathrooms ...large sites lots of fun activities for the kids fishing and tubing on the creek...well stocked store reasonable prices...pool is clean well maintained...pet friendly...enclosed"
"I have a full review on my blog openboxreviews Cons: low water pressure at our site
Firewood is expensive and you don't get much
Sites are close together and little to no privacy
Pros:
Pet friendly"
"A train track is close by so it can be kind of noisy."
"Only drawback is steady stream of trains going by around the clock. I didn’t mind by my wife didn’t sleep well."
"St. Johnsville, NY! Campground was gorgeous, sites were well spaced out, and we had a great time. 100% will return."
"The ice cream shop at the entrance was a huge bonus. We both ordered a small and it was near enough to consider a full meal! A very pleasant stay!"
"The campsite connects to the beach area and there is boat rental, but no pets allowed in the beach area. For us, a drawback was a lack of any hikes connecting to the campsite."
"This site also is bordered by a small stream so expect mosquitoes and the occasional visit from wildlife (we had raccoons at our site each night, so kept food in the car)."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Upon arrival, campers must scan the QR code at the entrance and complete a brief survey. RVs and travel trailers are not permitted. The Verizon signal is good in the area."
GuideStayed at this campground over the weekend to visit the Crystal Grove herkimer diamond mine in St. Johnsville, NY!
Campground was gorgeous, sites were well spaced out, and we had a great time. 100% will return.
LegendThis park is located approximately 12.5 miles from downtown Cooperstown and is set in the quiet rural countryside of New York. The mature trees make for beautiful scenery in the fall. There is a mix of sites varying from tent, RV, rental trailers, and camping cabins/cottages/lodges bringing the total number of sites to 120. Back-in and pull-thru sites are available. Site types include full hookup, water and electric, and no hookup with prices varying depending upon site. You can choose between 30/20 or 50 amp electric service. Interior roads are gravel and some site pads are gravel while others are grass.
The park is nicely terraced and all the sites are level. Patios were a grassy/dirt area with a picnic table and fire pit. Our site (#41) was a pull-thru but there was no way we could drive our 45’ motorhome forward out of the site because of a large tree and narrow roads. So we ended up having to back out. The free wifi worked well as did our Verizon 4G phone and hotspot. We picked up a dozen or so television channels with our antenna. The park does have a fair amount of trees that would interfere with roof-mounted satellite dishes so you would have to pick your site carefully. But, there are some 30 amp and no hook-up sites that are clear. This is a typical KOA with lots of amenities including a swimming pool(which was closed for the season when we were there), a playground, volleyball court, basketball court, jump house, pavilion, recreation room, bicycle rental, and horseshoes. Showers, restrooms and laundry are also present and clean. There is a propane filling station. While there is no fenced-in dog park there is a pet walking area. The surrounding area is pretty rural and the closest town (Richfield Springs– which is very small) is five miles away and where you will find restaurants, gas station, grocery store, and more. A few miles from the park is a creamery that has a café.
Approximately five miles away is Glimmerglass State Park which was great for hiking and kayaking Otsego Lake. There is a also a historic house at the park that you can tour and the country’s oldest covered bridge. Cooperstown is a little over twelve miles away from the park but well worth a trip. Not only is Cooperstown home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame but it is a charming downtown well worth exploring. Other nearby attractions include The Farmers Museum, Fenimore Art Museum, Hero’s of Baseball Wax Museum, Glimmerglass Opera, and Cooperstown Brewing Company.
ScoutSpace was adequate with both shade and some sun, trash service and shuttle service was a plus . Pool and walking paths were well kept. Dog waste stations were available but the park didn't have a dog park. Bummer for fino.
TravelerThis is our 2nd time here and may come back again. Great variety of things to do and they have a pool and Great kids area. Also have a dog park
RangerDelta Lake State Park sits at the foothills of the Adirondack Park, just outside Rome, New York. Pretty and well-kempt, Delta Lake is a nice option for those looking to stay close to home and within proximity to civilization. You can enjoy the great outdoors, while only being a few miles away from a restaurant or grocery store.
The campground isn‘t the best I’ve experienced, a bit on the crowded side-similar to a woodsy suburb- but this could have been distinctive to Loop A where I stayed. I stayed in site 35 and was intermixed with all the campers and RV’s, so it got a bit noisy. Not that restful, secluded experience I typically go for, but I should have planned further in advance.
However, what the park lacked in terms of its campground, it totally made up for in its beach, swimming and picnic areas! This place was awesome for hosting a birthday party for my niece and relaxing at the beach/ day facilities. They have plenty of picnic tables, charcoal grills, a huge beach and locker rooms. This is really a great place to spend a day with your family!
TravelerThis was the first KOA I ever stayed at and I was very impressed. The bathrooms were very nice and so were the showers, which were separate from the bathrooms. The pool, along the dog park, bounce house and swing set were well taken care of. The camp site was on grass and staff made it a point to check on us and invite us to the community bonfire they were doing that night. They also had WiFi and laundry at this campground. I would stay at this campground again.
ScoutThe only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!
TravelerMy buddy and I were looking for a campsite for a quick overnight stay before a bike trip around the Adirondacks, and this spot was a perfect fit. Coming in late after driving all day, we unfortunately didn’t get to meet Rich in person. He did however give us good directions to navigate the narrow driving path in the dark to reach the pond camping area, and even had a large two room tent already set up that we were able to use - a convenient and kind gesture! The old school bus was a fun perk to check out in the morning as well. Most state ran parks in New York close up before the middle of October, and this is a great option for an off season camping spot in the area. Thanks Rich!
ScoutGilbert Lake State Park is located about 11 miles north of Oneonta, New York. I have camped here for a number of summers at their Hilltop Section, never dissapointed. There are a few trails that traverse the park for a few miles that are always green and shady. The lake offers swimming and kayaking. There is a concession stand and even a small museum that chronicles the efforts of the national CCC program under Roosevelt that constructed the park in the 1930's. After a long day of hiking, the campgrounds hot showers offer a great reprieve.
Caroga Lake and its surrounding area provides camping access to the southern Adirondack foothills with elevations ranging from 800 to 1,800 feet. The region experiences warm summers with average temperatures in the 70s and cool evenings around 50°F. Most campgrounds near St. Johnsville remain open from mid-May through mid-October, with peak visitation occurring in July and August.
Hiking access: At Caroga Lake Campground, campers have nearby hiking options through the southern Adirondack region. "There are quite a few roadside firewood sellers that are reasonably priced. The fire pit does not have a narrow grilling grate so bringing something to ensure your food won't fall through the widely spaced bars is helpful," notes Danielle S.
Diamond mining: The Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA provides a unique geological activity across from the campground. "Across the road from a do it yourself quartz mine. Plenty of things to do including tubing the west Canada river. Easy in easy out for the tubing," explains Secc P.
Creek exploration: Spruce Creek Campground offers water activities beyond standard swimming. "The property is huge and surrounded by the beautiful creek, which is more like a river. The roads within the campground are dirt and pretty rough, and there are some sites in disrepair, but these are small prices to pay for this beautiful place," shares Greg S.
Riverside camping: St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina provides waterfront camping at reasonable rates. "This place is great! $10 for a tent site right on the canal and the staff is super friendly," reports Sam M.
Large campsites: Royal Mountain Campsites receives praise for generous site sizes. "Site was HUGE! Website stated sites were 30Amp so very happy to have found 50Amp upon arrival! We paid for wood and the owner drove it to our site and gave us half a tree for $10!!" mentions Brittany V.
Cooling off options: The hot summer months make water access valuable. "The creek is AMAZING. Both kid and adult friendly and it's free, just bring a tube or purchase for cheap at the camp store. Lazy river flow with some faster spots, truly a perfect way to spend the days in the sun," writes Julia P. about Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA.
Limited facilities at free sites: Fort Plain Lock 15 on Empire Trail provides basic amenities for overnight stays. "Simply it's a parking lot with a view. The parking area is right on the water. It offers sounds of the highway and freight trains going by, my wife and I love it. If you need quiet, keep on moving," advises The L.
Weather considerations: Summer storms can arrive quickly in this region. "It had been raining a lot lately, so maybe that was the reason. It still has the highway noise and of course the train noise going by, but I love that," notes The L. about local conditions.
Seasonal differences: Campgrounds change throughout the season. "I'm back, it's June, and there are 3 other groups here. 1 boat, and 2 tent camping. The parking lot is still empty. The water was significantly lower last time I was here," explains The L. about conditions at Fort Plain Lock 15.
Kid-friendly activities: Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground offers unique experiences for children. "Great camp ground for kids with bikes :) nice sized sites. Can get a bit buggy so bring spray. Clean bathrooms, hot showers, diamond mines a short walk from camping," recommends Kerry H.
Swimming options: Water activities appeal to families in summer heat. "We have 2 young boys, there is a small playground available, the creek which both boys swam/waded in and our older son went fishing," shares Becky about Spruce Creek Campground.
Beach access: Some campgrounds provide dedicated swimming areas. "The views at glimmerglass are wonderful. I have brought my dog swimming and hiking several times. The beach is great and well kept," notes Erin G. about Glimmerglass State Park Campground.
Site accessibility: Spruce Creek Campground offers assistance for new RVers. "We stayed here for two nights to try out our new 31 foot Winnebago. We chose a site that had sewer, water and electric. Upon arrival my husband told the owner that we had never set up before and he came and walked us through the whole process," shares Becky.
Dog friendly campgrounds near St. Johnsville: RV campers with pets find accommodating options throughout the area. "We spent three nights here. The staff is fabulous. The mines are so much fun. Some of the sites are crowded but each site has plenty of space. The whole park is well maintained. Lots of room to walk our dogs," writes Kelly F. about Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA.
Power considerations: Some campgrounds offer better electrical hookups than advertised. "Website stated sites were 30Amp so very happy to have found 50Amp upon arrival!" reports Brittany V. about Royal Mountain Campsites, a pet-friendly campground near St. Johnsville suitable for larger RVs.
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