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Best Tent Camping near Sanborn, NY

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Western New York's countryside surrounding Sanborn offers several tent camping options within a reasonable drive. Dream Lake Campground in Warsaw provides dedicated tent sites with amenities like drinking water, showers, and picnic tables. The campground operates seasonally from May 1 through October 25, making it suitable for spring through fall camping trips. Streamside Eriegrove offers a more primitive tent camping experience with walk-in sites that appeal to campers seeking a more natural setting. KOA Campground Medina Wildwood Lake and Riverview Camp Ground & Marina also accommodate tent campers in the broader region.

Tent sites at Dream Lake Campground feature level ground with access to clean facilities and amenities that tent campers appreciate. Campers should note that most sites are drive-in accessible, with picnic tables and fire rings provided. Streamside Eriegrove offers a more rustic backcountry tent camping experience with basic toilet facilities but no drinking water, requiring campers to bring their own supplies. The region experiences typical northeastern seasonal patterns, with most tent campgrounds fully operational from late spring through early fall. Firewood is available at several locations, though policies regarding outside wood may vary due to invasive species concerns.

According to reviews, Dream Lake Campground provides a family-friendly environment with numerous activities for both children and adults. One camper noted that after six years of returning, they "never have had a bad time" at the campground. The facilities are generally well-maintained, with clean amenities that enhance the tent camping experience. Streamside Eriegrove has received positive feedback for its natural setting, with one visitor describing it as "absolutely perfect" for those seeking a more authentic outdoor experience. Walk-in tent sites throughout the region offer varying levels of privacy and natural surroundings, with some providing more seclusion than others. Management quality can vary between campgrounds, with some visitors reporting inconsistent enforcement of rules at certain locations.

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Tent Camping Reviews near Sanborn, NY

356 Reviews of 4 Sanborn Campgrounds

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 28, 2023

    Evangola State Park Campground

    Great campground

    We stayed here three nights to ride out a heat wave and really liked it. Sites are electric only, with a dump station available at the entrance and one in the campground loop. There are potable water spigots throughout the campground, where you awkwardly pull over to the side of the road and fill your tank. Sites are pretty much wide open, with zero separation between you and your neighbor. Most are out in direct sun but the ones along the edge have some tree cover and shade. 

    There are yurts here as well, and a playground, and a huge disc golf course. You can walk to the beach from the campground (dogs aren’t allowed on the beach). The nature center is right in the campground, by the basketball and tennis courts. 

    Showers were dirty and buggy, but they’re free and you can actually choose your own water temperature. NY State campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccinations for your dogs.

     Good cell reception for Verizon, ATT wasn’t great but the cell booster helped. Trash bins, but no recycling. Beautiful sunset on the lake.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 28, 2023

    Evangola State Park Campground

    Great campground

     We stayed here three nights to ride out a heat wave and really liked it. Sites are electric only, with a dump station available at the entrance and one in the campground loop. There are potable water spigots throughout the campground, where you awkwardly pull over to the side of the road and fill your tank. 

    Sites are pretty much wide open, with zero separation between you and your neighbor. Most are out in direct sun but the ones along the edge have some tree cover and shade. 

    There are yurts here as well, and a playground, and a huge disc golf course. You can walk to the beach from the campground (dogs aren’t allowed on the beach). The nature center is right in the campground, by the basketball and tennis courts. Showers were dirty and buggy, but they’re free and you can actually choose your own water temperature. 

    NY State campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccinations for your dogs. Good cell reception for Verizon, ATT wasn’t great but the cell booster helped. Trash bins, but no recycling. Beautiful sunset on the lake.

  • Danielle S.
    Oct. 11, 2020

    Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

    Field Camping

    It's not all bad! It took a while to find our site in the dark as site markers are small. The sites are decent size, the bathrooms are clean but spiders will hang out. Showers are hot. Sites are available with electric and there is an RV dump station if you have one. There are a lot of RVs at this campground, a large playground, and a field with soccer goals (no net). Niagara Falls is 15 or so miles away, and Buffalo NY is a short drive. The bathroom building has an outdoor sink with heated water, and this is also where the trash bins are.  Firewood is available in front of many nearby homes (a couple of miles, max,and $4-5 a bundle). The fire pits are either low or leaning, so we found a camp stove to be essential. It can get quite windy, we saw a tent buckle and our stakes were pulled up from the wind. It can get loud at night and it doesn't seem as if quiet hours are enforced. I'd stay again but only if a more private campground was unavailable.

  • Leah L.
    Aug. 2, 2020

    Golden Hill State Park Campground

    Quiet Campground Over Lake Ontario

    We camped at Golden Hill over the weekend of July 24-26, 2020. Due to COVID, advance reservations are required to book a spot at any NY state campground. We had site 47 in loop C, which was across the road from the lake view sites. I recommend sites 40-45 for lake-front views. Loops A and B were more crowded and more suitable to RV trailers and rigs (we were camping in a pop-up camper). Site 47 was large and had a few trees. The campfire ring was right against the pad, which made it difficult to position our pop-up so that it was away from the fire ring. 

    Things to consider: There are 2 bathrooms in the campground, one near the A-B loops and one near the entrance. It was quite a hike in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom from our site. Some sites in the A-B loops are right next to each other, and we preferred the space for the sites in the C loop. 

    Wonderful things: 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. We hiked Devil's Hole and Whirlpool State Parks on this camping trip. The showers in the bathrooms were phenomenal - very clean with hot water and a private dressing area next to the shower. Showers were ADA compliant and had shower seats.

  • D
    Jul. 31, 2022

    Hamlin Beach State Park Campground

    Is this a spot? Dirty and loud but a nice beach

    Big park with several loops.  Separate and across two roads from the Beach section of the Park. Got a reservation for Friday and Saturday but the spot in loop D was an inclined driveway next to the high voltage boxes for the campground.  Had to move the fire ring after smoking ourselves out the first night.  Right across from the building they called a bath house.  Filthy, urinal broken, one shower broken in mens.   Feces on the floor in womens.  Friday night quiet hours did not exist.  Spent Saturday early am listening to the neighbor loudly declare her preferences in music, men and liquor.  No Ranger in sight.

    Minor redeeming qualities:  Nice beach and bike trails across road from campground.  Three lane dump station (only one for a four loop campground with 100s of "spots")

    Beware:  Rigs approaching from East there are very low bridges (11' 3') between Rochester and the Park on the Parkway.

  • Erin H.
    Sep. 14, 2020

    HTR Niagara Campground

    Covid update on one of my favorites

    Once again, the Branches of Niagara comes through stunningly. Even in the midst of the lockdowns and augmented restrictions, TBON went above and beyond to be sure we had the safest and most enjoyable time we could during our stay.

    Bathrooms, as usual, were pristine, with regular visits from the staff to disinfect and make sure campers were satisfied. 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. They notified us in advance that they were still open and what was functional under the strict and ever changing NY requirements. Note: as of Summer 2020, masks were required to enter the store and check in areas, but not required elsewhere. Kids activities were augmented to allow for distancing and remain completely outdoors.

    We got site 10, which was excellent both for proximity to everything, hookups, privacy, space and views. This particular site had ample, mowed and cleared room behind the spacious site as well where you can set up your hammocks and relax in the wooded shade. Directly in front of the site is a clearing which allows a view to the pool and pond-side of the campground. It was quiet and clean.

    Stef is always friendly, and the camp store rents a number of items to add to the fun - paddle boats, kayaks, 4 seater bike surreys, peddle carts, and other fun things. Zip lines were both still open. Activities were updated to reflect safety during C-19.

    Beautiful, peaceful, spacious campground with so many hidden gems. The lake is pretty and the campground’s access from the Grand Island side of Buffalo to Niagara Falls is very convenient, yet away from the loud commotion and traffic. We highly recommend!

  • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 13, 2022

    Evangola State Park Campground

    Nice but not great

    The facilities in the campground are very good (relatively new bath house with nice clean showers). The campsites are a good size although most have no natural shade or privacy. My only real complaint is that this seemed like a "party park" with music playing and people being loud after quiet hours. In addition, the beach area had a lot of trash laying around.

  • Beth R.
    Jun. 25, 2024

    Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

    Amazing Amenities

    Pros: Full hookup (sewer, water, 50/30 AMP) Level site Wi-Fi Lots of amenities: paddle boats, heated pool, fishing pond (catch & release), cornhole, jumping pillow & pad, horseshoes, basketball court, pickleball, bocce ball, Gaga ball & playground

    Cons: Gravel site Picnic table in rough condition No shade Noise from I-190 No working cable TV

  • A
    Aug. 27, 2022

    East Otto State Forest

    Best spot around (probably)

    After sleeping in parking lots and rest stops, it is so nice to have a place where you don’t fear law enforcement knocking at your car/tent, and it’s FREE! There are 14 designated spots and I am unsure of the popularity of this place but it’s a Friday night and there were multiple open stops rolling in at 8 PM. We are currently sitting around a fire and are so grateful for the wonderful woods here we get to inhabit (for up to 3 days without asking for permission!)

Guide to Sanborn

Tent campsites near Sanborn, New York extend beyond the immediate vicinity to include options within a 50-mile radius. The region features glacial terrain with rolling hills, small lakes, and proximity to both Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with moderate humidity, while spring and fall bring cooler temperatures and occasional precipitation requiring proper gear.

What to do

Fishing access: Dream Lake Campground maintains a stocked fishing pond requiring no license for registered campers. Nick O. notes, "Nice friendly environment, clean facilities. Lots to do for kids and adults. Weekend activities."

Weekend activities: Scheduled events run throughout the camping season at most established campgrounds. At Dream Lake Campground, activities range from bingo to themed weekends. According to Robyn M., "I love this campground very family friendly lots of activities been going here 6 years now."

Water recreation: Several campgrounds offer swimming or boating options. Streamside Eriegrove provides creek access for wading. One camper simply stated it's "Absolutely Perfect! Will become your go to campsite!"

What campers like

Basic amenities: Many tent campers appreciate the availability of clean restrooms and drinking water. At Dream Lake Campground, visitors mention the well-maintained facilities that make tent camping more comfortable.

Food options: When cooking over a campfire loses its appeal, some campgrounds offer alternatives. Nick O. mentions that at Dream Lake Campground, "The snack house food is great, if you don't feel like cooking they offer a nice menu almost anyone would love."

Natural settings: KOA Campground Medina Wildwood Lake provides tent sites with varied levels of privacy. Sites closer to the water tend to fill first during peak season, especially on weekends.

What you should know

Management variation: Campground rules and enforcement differ substantially between properties. At Dream Lake Campground, one camper reports, "Nasty owners create a terrible atmosphere. Not relaxing. We have moved on after our family and friends didn't even want to come visit due to this."

Reservation requirements: During peak summer weekends (late June through August), advance reservations are strongly recommended at most established campgrounds, with many requiring 1-2 night minimums on weekends.

Seasonal considerations: Most tent campsites near Sanborn, New York operate from May through October, with limited or no services available in off-seasons. Riverview Camp Ground & Marina closes entirely during winter months.

Tips for camping with families

Activity planning: Bring games and recreational equipment suitable for both rainy and sunny days, as weather can change quickly in the region.

Site selection: Request sites away from main roads for families with small children. One regular camper notes they've stayed at Dream Lake multiple years because it's "very family friendly."

Supply needs: The nearest grocery stores and supplies are typically 10-15 minutes from most campgrounds. Stock up before arrival, especially for more remote sites at Streamside Eriegrove where no on-site market exists.

Tips from RVers

Site limitations: Many tent-focused campgrounds have limited accommodations for larger RVs. Sites at Riverview Camp Ground & Marina can handle smaller trailers but have few pull-through options.

Hookup availability: Electric, water, and sewer connections vary significantly between campgrounds. Check availability when booking, as most locations offer a mix of primitive and serviced sites.

Generator restrictions: Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours between 10pm-8am when generator use is prohibited. Some locations restrict generator use entirely, requiring battery or solar power alternatives.

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