Best Campgrounds near Seneca Falls, NY

Campgrounds surrounding Seneca Falls, New York provide access to the scenic Finger Lakes region with several state parks and private facilities accommodating various camping styles. Cayuga Lake State Park Campground offers tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options just minutes from downtown Seneca Falls, while Sampson State Park Campground in nearby Romulus features similar accommodations with boat-in access along Seneca Lake. Most established campgrounds in the area maintain electric hookups, picnic tables, fire rings, and sanitary facilities, with several locations providing waterfront or lake view sites. The region's camping landscape ranges from fully-developed RV resorts to more primitive tent sites throughout the Finger Lakes area.

Camping seasons generally run from April through October, with most facilities closing during the winter months. A review noted, "We came for a couple nights to check it out and stayed for over a week! From the gorgeous hike up the gorge to kayaking at sunset on Owasco Lake to enjoying some wine from the grapes grown in the region, the Finger Lakes region is hard to beat for total family entertainment." Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods when campgrounds frequently reach capacity. Weather in the region features warm summers and cool, sometimes wet springs and falls. Many campgrounds offer both wooded and open sites, though privacy between campsites varies considerably between facilities. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, with most campgrounds positioned within easy driving distance of supplies and services.

State parks near Seneca Falls receive consistently positive reviews for their proximity to hiking trails, waterfalls, and lake activities. According to one visitor, "Cayuga Lake State Park has a massive campground but most of the sites don't have water or electricity and are squeezed together in tiny loops. If you stay, I'd recommend the 800 or 1000 loops—the sites were much bigger in those areas." Campgrounds in the area provide convenient access to the region's wineries, historical sites, and outdoor recreation opportunities. The Women's Rights National Historic Park in Seneca Falls is a popular destination for campers exploring the area's cultural heritage. Most developed campgrounds feature clean, modern facilities with showers and flush toilets. Private RV resorts tend to offer more amenities like WiFi, cable hookups, and recreational facilities, while state parks emphasize natural settings and access to trails and waterways.

Best Camping Sites Near Seneca Falls, New York (134)

    1. Cayuga Lake State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Cayuga, NY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 568-5163

    $17 - $107 / night

    "I was too busy playing in the lake, hiking, and riding my bike on some paths. I also saw a few people fishing in the lake, but not really sure what kind of fish you can catch."

    "One of my favorite parks in the area, this one is on the largest of the Finger Lakes, Cayuga. Visit in the fall for unrivaled scenery (better than New England in my opinion!)."

    2. Sampson State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Willard, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 585-6392

    $24 / night

    "The bathrooms are great with showers and each camp spot has plenty of distance away from the next one."

    "Potable water fill station and dump tanks at entrance/exit. Bathrooms were very clean and had dish washing stations in them. Loop 5 has beautiful views of the lake."

    3. Junius Ponds

    10 Reviews
    Phelps, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 781-5120

    $39 - $999 / night

    "They had a oversized, long pull through available (site 88) that made entering and exiting the site nice and easy. 50amp and water was used, didn’t dump."

    "These fine folks never stop driving and take the time to walk and enjoy the the beauty of their surroundings."

    4. Sned Acres Campground

    9 Reviews
    Aurora, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 869-9787

    $25 - $99 / night

    "The Grounds are well taken care of (although some areas around the playgrounds and pool could have been weed whacked better) there is a lot of grass and wide open areas for playing games, walking your"

    "The campground is beautifully maintained with stunning views of Cayuga Lake. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed."

    5. Waterloo Harbor Campground

    2 Reviews
    Waterloo, NY
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 539-8848

    6. Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    90 Reviews
    Watkins Glen, NY
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 535-4511

    $20 - $58 / night

    "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."

    7. Finger Lakes — Long Point State Park

    4 Reviews
    Aurora, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 497-0130

    "Tons of lakes scattered between Canada and the USA on Lake Ontario provide endless recreation opportunities."

    "Plenty of sites to go around and great hiking. A different feel that typical NY but loved it! Be sure to do a boat ride in the area."

    8. Cheerful Valley Campground

    3 Reviews
    Phelps, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 781-1222

    $30 - $110 / night

    9. Fillmore Glen State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Moravia, NY
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 497-0130

    $17 - $67 / night

    "region of Upstate New York."

    "Awesome little park in the Finger Lakes region with nature on site and lots more to do and explore nearby (wine trails!)."

    10. Hejamada Camping Resort

    2 Reviews
    Montezuma, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 776-5887
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Recent Reviews near Seneca Falls, NY

582 Reviews of 134 Seneca Falls Campgrounds


  • Terri H.
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Holiday Hill Campground

    Such a great place to stay!

    Wonderful owners, tons of activities for kids and adults. The sites are spacious and very well kept. Highly recommend!

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite

    Would Stay again

    We stayed here for 2 nights car camping. quiet and clean. spots had fire rings and picnic tables. Bathrooms were clean and had potable water. There were lots of horses. There are hiking trails right out of the site! would absolutely stay here again!

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite

    Free camping with amenities!

    26 camp sites with bathrooms! That flush! Very quiet and the sites aren’t on top of each other. People bring their horses. You can drive to to your site and tent camp or camper camp. I would come back!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Nice campground in a gorgeous state park.

    Nice pretty campground, only electric hookup for the RV sites, tho. The showers were cool, no hot water. Close to some gorgeous hiking tho! And town is about a mile away with shops, restaurants and on the edge of one of the Finger Lakes to make it beautiful!

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Green Lakes State Park Campground

    Good camp sites

    The sites are good, level, and the campsite is pretty but as clean as the bathrooms are, the showers still suck. I’ll never understand why parks use the misting shower heads. Maybe TMI, but sorry ladies, you’ll never get the soap out of your bits. It’s best to use the ADA bathrooms because those shower heads are normal and have wands. I can’t say much about the amenities since we camped in the off season (really bummed not to rent a boat), but the trails around the lake are great! Beautiful water and various difficulties on the trails make it pretty fun to explore. Overall a good stay but took a star away for the showers and the landscapers. They spent at least 5-6 hours the Monday we were here mowing around our campsite, coming within inches of our power and Starlink cords. Really annoyed by that and when we called the park office, they said they’d take care of it but we still endured 4 more hours of multiple mowers going over the same areas multiple times. Honestly think they were messing with us at that point…

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Robert H. Treman State Park Campground

    Good location

    Location: This park is close to Ithaca which was the best part. Trails and Natural Features: We loved the waterfall, swimming area (seasonal so closed when we stayed), and the fall colors. Sites: They have very few electric sites so we decided to boondock. It surprised me that all the full hookup sites were reserved but very people actually showed up for their reservations while we stayed. Lame. And heads up that if you don’t stay in the big clearing for big rigs, there are tight turns between trees to get in and out of the non-electric sites. We ended up making a back-in site into a pull-through site… whoops. Starlink: I work remotely so internet is important. We weren’t camping in the clearing because those sites were booked, but even the Starlink struggled where we were and I ended up working from the library in town. So heads up if you need internet. Bathrooms: They were spacious but older. Temperature in the showers was tricky. Hot is cold and cold it hot. Cool stuff: They had compost bins and provide bags for all campers. That’s cool!

  • S
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Oneida Shores County Park

    Nice park for a reasonable price

    Campground is recently paved. Lots of geese, therefore lots of goose poop. Sites are small and close together. Nice wooded setting on the lake.

  • Bare Soul  W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    South Slope Trail Head Dispersed Camp

    Relaxing

    There is one campsite near trail. There was more traffic than I expected. Also there is no cell service. No real tires

  • Ryan G.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Pleasant Lake Campground

    Clean and Quiet

    I found this location to have very clean sites with plenty of amenities. Had no issues with the Wi-Fi watching Bills games and play a few video games.


Guide to Seneca Falls

The Finger Lakes region surrounding Seneca Falls ranges from 381 to 712 feet in elevation with cool night temperatures even in summer, typically dropping into the 50s after sunset. Most campgrounds sit within a 30-minute drive of Seneca Falls, positioned between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes on relatively flat terrain that slopes gently toward the lakeshores.

What to do

Waterfall hiking: Fillmore Glen State Park offers five accessible waterfalls with a natural swimming pool. "From the gorgeous hike up the gorge to kayaking at sunset on Owasco Lake to enjoying some wine from the grapes grown in the region, the Finger Lakes region is hard to beat for total family entertainment," writes a reviewer who extended their stay from a couple nights to over a week.

Military history exploration: Sampson State Park Campground preserves a former naval training base with educational exhibits. "It has a Naval museum with many authentic items from that era. Very shady and ample bathroom, shower, and water facilities. If you like wildlife you may run into some animals that are indigenous to Central/Western NY," notes a visitor who appreciated the historical significance.

Lake activities: Fishing, swimming and boating options exist at multiple locations. "Kayaking in Cayuga Lake was not lacking some beautiful views. The sites are slightly close together but everyone was incredibly respectful and quiet by 10pm," reports a camper who found the experience peaceful despite site proximity.

What campers like

Creek access: At Cheerful Valley Campground, the waterway provides a central attraction. "This is a great place to relax. The creek is wonderful to fish in and sit by. There are things for kids to do and they have planned activities," notes a visitor who cautions that spring rain can create muddy conditions at some sites.

Site spaciousness: Many campers appreciate larger sites at Sned Acres Campground. "We spent 4 nights there in June 2019 at site #17. It was easy to find, relatively easy to pull in, and the staff we dealt with were just wonderful. Our two-year-old adored playing on the playground just 15' or so from our campsite," writes a camper who enjoyed the lake views from their fire ring.

Welcome gifts: Several campgrounds provide personal touches for new arrivals. "They were so helpful as we were first time campers. We loved the friendship bread when we arrived. Conveniently located close to lots of wineries," remarks a camper who appreciated the orientation support for beginners.

What you should know

Reservation timing: Summer weekends fill quickly, especially at state parks. "We stayed only one night at this park but wish we could have stayed longer as there seems to be quite a bit to enjoy here," writes a Cayuga Lake camper who found plenty to do even during a brief stay.

Site privacy considerations: Watkins Glen State Park Campground offers wooded sites but limited separation. "Tent camping is nice here. The sites are good sized, they offer cabins as well. The bathhouses are clean and well lit at night. This is definitely a large family area. Expect to hear your neighbors once and a while," notes a regular visitor.

Seasonal closures: Most facilities shut down between October and April. "The bathhouses are great with showers and each camp spot has plenty of distance away from the next one. They were building amazing lakeside cottages the last time I went," observes a visitor who appreciated the ongoing improvements.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Junius Ponds offers multiple play areas for children. "Very weird layout of the area. Not much to do. Seasonals are a little rude," cautions one reviewer, though another notes: "My teenagers even enjoyed the playground! Very nice yard games area with many options, grounds well maintained."

Swimming options: Several campgrounds maintain dedicated swimming areas. "There is a nice pool for the kids. The only thing that would make Sned better is a little more spacing between the sites," notes a Memorial Day weekend visitor who still enjoyed the wide-open grassy areas.

Age-specific activities: Scheduled events often target different age groups. "The campground is well maintained and has clean restrooms. There are many options for different sites. They offer themed weekends and have activities for kids," explains a visitor who appreciated the organized programming.

Tips from RVers

Hookup sharing: At Sampson State Park Campground, electrical boxes serve multiple sites. "Electric service boxes are shared in-between sites. This could pose an issue if your power cord is not long enough. There is only one source for water fill up. This could end up being a very very long wait if you arrive at the same time as other campers," cautions a repeat visitor.

Road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging internal roads. "The roads within the campground were kind of tight to get through with trees and curves," notes a visitor with a 30-foot motorhome who still found Watkins Glen beautiful despite the navigation challenges.

Full-hookup availability: Options vary widely between parks. "Well maintained and friendly staff. Clean facilities. Most sites can accommodate large rigs with full hookups. Reservations recommended especially during summer weekends. Well priced $42 per night for full hookups," reports a camper who found the campground facilities excellent despite an extra $2 per-person pool fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does camping at Seneca Falls compare to Seneca Lake camping options?

Camping near Seneca Falls tends to be more accessible and convenient to town amenities, while Watkins Glen State Park Campground and other Seneca Lake options offer more dramatic natural features and lake views. Watkins Glen is renowned for its stunning gorges, hiking trails, and proximity to wineries along Seneca Lake. For those seeking a true forest experience, Blueberry Patch Campground in the Finger Lakes National Forest provides a more secluded, primitive camping option between the lakes. Seneca Lake campgrounds generally have more tourist attractions nearby, while Seneca Falls area camping offers easier access to multiple lakes and the unique canal system. Both areas provide excellent facilities, though Seneca Lake sites tend to book up faster during peak season.

Can I rent an RV for camping in Seneca Falls, New York?

Yes, you can rent an RV for camping in Seneca Falls, though you'll typically need to arrange this through rental companies in larger nearby cities like Rochester, Syracuse, or Ithaca rather than in Seneca Falls itself. Once you have your rental, Junius Ponds and Cheerful Valley Campground are excellent options near Seneca Falls that accommodate RVs with big-rig-friendly sites, water hookups, and proper facilities. Many campers recommend booking your RV rental well in advance, especially during summer months when demand is high. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations for RV sites, and it's advisable to confirm hook-up availability and site dimensions before arriving with your rental RV.

What campgrounds are available near Seneca Falls, NY?

Seneca Falls offers several excellent camping options within a short drive. Cayuga Lake State Park Campground is just minutes away, featuring multiple camping loops with the 800 and 1000 loops offering more spacious sites. For a more secluded experience, Waterloo Harbor Campground provides boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in access with full amenities. Other nearby options include Sampson State Park on Seneca Lake, Sned Acres near Ovid, and Hejamada Camping Resort near Montezuma. Most campgrounds in the area offer water, toilets, and accommodate various camping styles from tent camping to RVs. The Finger Lakes region surrounding Seneca Falls provides numerous camping opportunities within a 30-minute drive in virtually any direction.