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Cayuga Lake State Park Campground permits pets throughout its tent sites, RV sites, and cabins with plenty of room for exercise along the lakeshore. Campsites in the 800 loop along the tree line offer spacious, semi-private spots ideal for camping with dogs, while the 1000 loop contains more secluded sites away from the playground areas. Sites near the lake provide easy water access for dogs that enjoy swimming, though the designated swimming area is restricted to humans only. The sites themselves vary in privacy levels, with some campers noting that certain loops feel more open with minimal separation between neighbors. Each pet-friendly site includes a fire ring and picnic table, with nearby bathrooms and shower facilities. Leashed pets must be supervised at all times while exploring the park's hiking trails and shoreline areas.
Finger Lakes region campgrounds like Sampson State Park, Taughannock Falls State Park, and Sned Acres Campground welcome pets with varying amenities designed for animal comfort. Sned Acres features wide open grassy areas perfect for walking dogs, allowing pets to drag their leashes for more freedom while staying under owner control. Wildlife encounters are common throughout these natural settings, with campers advised to keep pets secured to prevent interactions with local animals like raccoons, foxes, and skunks. Many of the region's trails connect directly to campgrounds for convenient dog walking, though owners should be prepared for occasional heavy mosquito presence near water areas. The nearby Cayuga Lake Wine Trail offers several pet-friendly wineries for day trips, and multiple veterinary services are available in Seneca Falls and Waterloo for emergency pet care when needed.
"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!)."
from $17 - $107 / night
Check Availability"HIGHLIGHTS : Most sites are pretty spacious
Pets allowed in some loops
Marina convenience store with pontoon boat rentals
Fishing
Swimming
Ice cream and concessions stand
Arcade room
Outdoor"
"The bathrooms are great with showers and each camp spot has plenty of distance away from the next one."
from $24 - $350 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $25 - $99 / night
Check Availability"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!)."
from $17 - $67 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $163 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $39 - $999 / night
Check Availability"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."
"I absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on."
from $20 - $58 / night
Check Availability"Taughannock Falls State Park is one of my favorite parks in New York."
"Went for a quick getaway to this little gem of a state park in the finger lakes region of New York. I’ll be coy, and use their slogan ‘Ithaca is Gorges’ and Gorgeous!!!"
from $20 - $67 / night
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TravelerWonderful location and marvelous hosts. We were welcomed with chocolate chip cookies as we checked in. Bathrooms were beautiful and clean. Two wineries we could walk to and dozens more nearby. Our site was spacious and the dog park gave our pups plenty of time off leash. We definitely plan on returning.
GuidePinecreek is a beautiful park in a great area 10 minutes from downtown Ithica New York and Lake Cayuga. The area has everything you could possibly want or need. Fabulous State Parks with spectacular waterfalls, a farmers market right on the lake front, Cornell University and so much more. That being said it may be the reason the campground doesn't offer any planned activities. They do have a swimming pool and what appears to be a large clubhouse/meeting area that is not or was not used while we were there, nor were any activities publicized. They do have a small arcade but it did not stay open past 8 pm and did not appear to be air-conditioned.
Our campsite was a full hookup with a large grassy area for setting up our outside chairs and picnic table. Although we enjoyed our stay we felt it was a bit overpriced for not having much to offer. They also have a very long list of rules & while they do allow pets there is a list of breed restrictions you need to be aware of before booking a reservation. They also charge for electricity on any stays one week or longer which we had not encountered previously at campgrounds where we have stayed.
Overall we enjoyed our stay but not sure we would stay again.
RangerWatkins 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. Sites are decently sized and well secluded from one another.
in addition, the park is so well situated within the Finger Lakes and all the various wine trails! Made for a perfect girls weekend! Definitely recommend!
LegendJake from the Dyrt here! Nature Lover's Paradise is new to the Dyrt and they have an awesome spot to share with access to a vast network of trails in upstate New York. Check them out and make sure to share some pics of your adventure!
GuideI absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on. It's located in Upstate New York, so it's close enough to the city but you feel like you are far away from the city. The campsites are great, clean and well kept. This park does get pretty busy though, because it is open to campers and people who just want to visit for the day to walk the trails. I love that they have trails that lead very close to the waterfalls..lots of rim trails that literally overlook the waterfalls and gorges. In the campground they do offer a pool, which again, does get busy because it's open to everyone regardless if you are camping or not. There also is tours you can take in the summer that will take you along the waterfalls and gorge, they have a playground for kids and an area with picnic tables. I went mid July and it was extremely busy, not sure when a good time to go during the summer when it's not as busy. That was the only downside I would say, is how crowded it was. There is also Seneca Lake nearby that many people go to fish in, however I didn't go on this trip but plan to next time. There are restrooms on site, however I didn't think they were that clean. Toilet paper and seat covers were out in most stalls, so I would advise to bring your own when you go. There is also some gift shops and food stands set up...one food stand has some pretty good hot dogs! The hikes to the gorge and waterfalls is pretty well maintained, however there are quite a bit of stairs. There were some people with kids in strollers that had to turn around because the stairs made it difficult. Not handicap friendly. I would advise to wear a good pair of walking shoes, and not sandals because it is slippery in some spots and again, a lot of stairs! I would highly recommend coming here, even if you don't decide to stay the night!
LegendJake here from the Dyrt! Harpy hollow not only has a great location in northern New York but is veteran owned and operated and ready to host more campers. Check them out and leave a review on the Dyrt when you stay!
GuideDefinitely 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. Pair awesome trails and camping space with world class wineries up the lake, you cannot go wrong.
LegendLocated 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. There are endless waterfalls, hiking trails, fishing holes and bird watching opportunities. The campground has bathrooms, showers, picnic tables, a playground and a dump station. There are cabins, tents and rv sites, some of which are handicapped accessible. Ithaca is also packed with wineries and the finger lakes. A great place to visit!
GuideSite is sloped, shaded and right next to the bathrooms and water spigot. ATT coverage is decent. Other side of the bathrooms is access to the gorge trails. Pets are not allowed on the gorge trail itself but the rim and other trails are fine.
Camping options near Union Springs, New York center around the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake at elevations between 400-600 feet. The region experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers averaging 80°F and cold winters dropping to 20°F. Fall camping offers spectacular foliage displays typically peaking in mid-October, while spring brings frequent rain showers that can create muddy conditions at primitive sites.
Swimming in spring-fed pools: At Fillmore Glen State Park Campground, campers enjoy a unique swimming experience. "It is cool but refreshing. The winter the camp ground is open for hiking, x country skiing and smobiling," notes Brian O. The natural pool features lifeguard supervision during summer months.
Wine tasting tours: Multiple wineries surround the camping areas within a 20-minute drive. As Jeremy T. from Cayuga Lake State Park Campground advises: "Choose your site wisely! We stayed 2 nights at site 1002. I think this site is one of the best in the campground! Very secluded and private."
Military history exploration: The naval museum at Sampson State Park provides educational opportunities with authentic WWII artifacts. "It was a Naval training base during WWll. About 45 minutes from Rochester and about hr and half from Syracuse. It has a Naval museum with many authentic items from that era," explains Brian O.
Gorge hiking: Follow well-maintained trails through dramatic rock formations. "The gorge trail is a MUST. Definitely go check this campsite out!" recommends Laura L. from Watkins Glen, where the 19 waterfalls create spectacular photo opportunities.
Lake access for boating: Sampson State Park Campground offers direct water entry points for watercraft. "Recreation Hall, swimming, fishing, great lake front playground, camp store, hiking trails(many wheelchair friendly) and boating. This campground is also dog friendly," shares Sheri S.
Spacious, wooded sites: Keuka Lake campers appreciate the natural separation between sites. "Large, woody sites. Stay on the outside perimeter of the loops or you might have foot traffic thru your site to shower/toilet houses & water taps," suggests Rebecca E., noting these sites provide better privacy.
Well-maintained facilities: Taughannock Falls State Park Campground receives praise for its upkeep. "The bathrooms are fairly clean and well maintained. For washing dishes there is a sink in each bathroom," reports Barbara S., who stayed at site 42.
Friendly welcome gestures: Campground hosts often provide special touches for arriving guests. "We loved our stay at Sned-Acres! The friendship bread given to us at check-in was so touching and sweet (as well as delicious)," shares Julie S., highlighting the personal connections that enhance the camping experience.
Site privacy varies significantly: Many Finger Lakes campgrounds feature open layouts in certain loops. "Tent camping here felt like we were camping in a neighborhood backyard. We could hear so many different families talking and really doing everything you do while camping but the area felt so open and unobstructed voices carried," explains meg at Cayuga Lake.
Water access points: Sned Acres Campground offers a pond for fishing activities rather than direct lake access. "The large pond is nice, there were a lot of campers fishing. The general store is well stocked and the family running the campground and store are very friendly," notes David M.
Reservation timing: Sites fill quickly during peak months (July-August). "Only about 15 minutes to the closest large town (Geneva), Sampson State park has it all," mentions Sheri S., but this popularity means limited availability without advance booking.
Electric hookup logistics: Power connections may require additional equipment. "Electric service boxes are shared in-between sites. This could pose an issue if your power cord is not long enough," warns Amanda K. from Sampson State Park.
Playground access: Select sites near activity areas for convenience. "We stayed in the 800 loop along the tree line. Sites were very spacious! Great camping location with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy or just sit and enjoy the peace," recommends Colleen M. at Cayuga Lake.
Swimming options: Watkins Glen State Park Campground offers both natural water features and constructed swimming facilities. "There is a huge new playground for the kids and lots of area to walk around the loops if you don't want to hike the gorge trail," Lindsay C. explains, noting that dogs aren't permitted on the gorge trail itself.
Educational opportunities: Schedule visits to the military museum for rainy days. "Bring bicycles and definitely go on both visual and audio tours," suggests Victoria O. regarding Sampson State Park's historical exhibits.
Child-friendly hiking routes: Multiple parks offer easy walking paths for younger children. "The sites themselves are pretty close together, so it does lack some privacy from your neighbors, but I felt like I was hardly around my campsite to even notice. I was too busy playing in the lake, hiking, and riding my bike on some paths," shares Kari M.
Dump station availability: Limited facilities can mean waiting during peak checkout times. "There is only 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. Only 2 dump stations," cautions Amanda K. about Sampson State Park.
Site orientation requirements: Some parks restrict RV positioning. "They don't allow pull-in camping. Campers MUST be backed in," notes Amanda K., an important consideration for larger rigs.
Electrical capacity planning: Junius Ponds offers full hookup options. "Well maintained and friendly staff. Clean facilities. Most sites can accommodate large rigs with full hookups. Reservations recommended especially during summer weekends," advises Jim C., though WiFi access may be limited.
Road navigation challenges: Interior campground roads may present obstacles for larger rigs. "The roads within the campground were kind of tight to get through with trees and curves," warns Laura L. about Watkins Glen, suggesting careful route planning before arrival.
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