Best RV Parks & Resorts near Watkins Glen, NY

Are you planning an RV camping trip to Watkins Glen? We've got you covered. Find the best information on RV campsites and dispersed camping near Watkins Glen, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your RVing experience. Each RV campsite offers quick access to one or more of Watkins Glen's most popular destinations.

Best RV Sites Near Watkins Glen, New York (94)

    Randy G.'s photo of rv camping at Finger Lakes RV Resort near Watkins Glen, NY
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    1. Finger Lakes RV Resort

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    Hector, New York

    We traveled the country for years as full-time RVers before we found our home in the Finger Lakes. The natural beauty and recreational opportunities paired with the selection of wineries, breweries, and eateries make the area an easy choice for a visit!

    Come join us to explore all that Seneca Lake has to offer! We are located right in the heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail with two wineries and a diner adjacent to the property. There are over 30 wineries, breweries, and distilleries within 10 miles! We are 10 minutes to Watkins Glen, 20 minutes from Watkins Glen International Raceway, and 30 minutes to Ithaca!

    Whether you want to explore Seneca Lake, Watkins Glen State Park, Finger Lakes National Forest, Buttermilk Falls, Taughannock Falls, enjoy a few wine tastings, or simply relax by a roaring campfire, we hope to welcome you soon!

    • Pets
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $80 - $89 / night

    Willemien V.'s photo of rv camping at Woonton Family Farms near Watkins Glen, NY
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    Camper-submitted photo at Woonton Family Farms near Watkins Glen, NY

    2. Woonton Family Farms

    2 Reviews
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    Marietta, New York

    Woonton Family Farms is a biodynamic farm in beautiful Skaneateles, NY that was established in 2022. We've been the fortunate host to families and individuals in search of a parking site for their self-sufficient RVs since 2023. We are also excited to announce that our first glamping site will be available in Spring 2025!

    Our farm sits on 39 incredibly diverse acres of organic gardens, flower meadows, two varieties of woodlands, as well as a 5-acre wetland with a truly magical mix of wildlife. The farm uses permaculture technics in an effort to create a natural environment encouraging a co-existence amongst all living things to culminate in a harmonious and purely natural setting for growing 100% organic vegetables, fruit, berries, and flowers. Although we haven't yet earned our Certified Organic designation yet, all of our yields begin with 100% organic seeds on a no-till environment. Only the freshest and healthiest farm-to-table foods are grown here.

    In 2023 we will begin eco-tours of the farm, the trail system throughout the entire property, and kayaking on the spectacular wetlands. If going into town is more your style, the historic Village of Skaneateles is just a 6 minute drive away.

    Come park your RV in our new lot completed in Summer 2024 and have the entire site to yourself or set up a tent in the woods! You'll be our only guests when you stay at our farm.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    • Trash

    $45 - $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Spruce Row Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Camper-submitted photo at Spruce Row Campground near Watkins Glen, NY

    3. Spruce Row Campground

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    Jacksonville, New York

    Welcome! Spruce Row Campground and RV Park is located high above Cayuga Lake in the heart of the Finger Lakes. We are just north of downtown Ithaca, NY and boast spectacular natural beauty. We are a family run, private campground with about 200 sites, accommodating anything from tents to large RVs. We strive to provide a family atmosphere with activities for children and adults alike. We enforce strict quiet hours so everyone has a peaceful vacation. We are near Watkins Glen race track, Taughannock Falls, Buttermilk Falls, Ithaca Falls, Cornell University, Ithaca College and the Cayuga Wine Trail.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Pine Valley RV Park & Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Camper-submitted photo at Pine Valley RV Park & Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Camper-submitted photo at Pine Valley RV Park & Campground near Watkins Glen, NY

    4. Pine Valley RV Park & Campground

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    Endicott, New York
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    Camper-submitted photo at Owasco Hill RV Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
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    5. Owasco Hill RV Campground

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    Moravia, New York

    Beautiful and quiet RV campground in the Finger Lakes Region New York. Dry sites, 30 amp electric, 30 and 50 amp premium sites with water and septic. Dumping and potable water station. No tent camping.

    Come see the Finger Lakes Wine Country, play golf, enjoy water sports, hiking to local water falls, or just relax and more. Reservations and Information: Call Bob at 315-406-7089.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    $25 - $119 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo at Lakeview Campsites near Watkins Glen, NY

    6. Lakeview Campsites

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    Tyrone, New York

    Lakeview Campsites is a 20 site privately owned and operated seasonal campground with a few sites for overnight RV (under 30ft) and tent camping. Please text or call with questions. Thank you!

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    $50 - $60 / night

    7. Hejamada Camping Resort

    2 Reviews
    9 Saves
    Montezuma, New York
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    8. Aspen Family Campground

    1 Review
    9 Saves
    Candor, New York

    Welcome To Aspen Campground

    Located at the foot of the Finger Lakes Region of Central New York, Aspen Campground is the perfect place to just kick back, relax and enjoy being surrounded by nature. Set in a mostly wooded environment, our RV and tent sites offer a spacious, quite and peaceful camping experience. We offer forty RV and tent sites, most include water and electric with 30 amp (and select 50 amp) service, a fire ring and picnic table. There is a 24,000 gallon salt water pool, a five acre pond fishing, boating and swimming, hot showers and a central fire pit for larger gatherings. We also offer a large open field where families and friends can camp together.

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    9. Summer Haven

    1 Review
    Avoca, New York

    Come stay at our beautiful and tranquil oasis. Located in the Finger Lakes Region. Just a short drive to Keuka Lake, Hammondsport, and Corning. Where you'll surround yourself with countless wineries,breweries, distilleries, museums, shops, restaurants, and breathtaking views.

    Bring your camper/RV. We provide a 5O amp outlet as well as water and a septic hookup. Property can accommodate up to a 25 foot camper or RV.

    Outside you'll find yourself surrounded by a charming landscape and a trickling creek throughout the one acre property.

    Relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine on either deck.

    Appreciate the outdoors by grilling, roasting marshmallows by the bonfire pit & more!

    . Feel free to roam on the one acre property.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Picnic Table
    • Showers

    $50 / night

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Recent RV Reviews near Watkins Glen, NY

492 Reviews of 94 Watkins Glen Campgrounds


  • Matt S.
    Randy G.'s photo of rv camping at Finger Lakes RV Resort near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jul. 19, 2024

    Finger Lakes RV Resort

    Great for Waterfalls & Wine!

    We stayed at Finger Lakes RV Resort in Hector, a short drive from Watkins Glen and Ithaca, in search of waterfalls and wine in the Finger Lakes region of NY state. 

    This is a fairly new campground, operated by a friendly husband and wife who show great pride in the condition and cleanliness of every square inch. 

    THINGS I ESPECIALLY LIKED: 

    • Easy drive to Watkins Glen, Lake Seneca, Ithaca, and the greater Finger Lakes region. 

    • Everything is in great condition and clean. 

    • Daily trash and recycling pick-up from each site. 

    • Walking paths from the campground to two different wineries. 

    • Really nice pavilion for group gatherings and watching the sunset. 

    • We experienced a severe thunderstorm one evening which resulted in an area-wide power outage that lasted a couple days. Of course, the campground had no responsibility or control over this situation, but they refunded everybody a night’s stay as a courtesy. Thanks, Rachael and Doug! 

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: 

    • This campground does not offer a pool, jump pad, sports facilities, amenities, or activities. They offer a clean and safe place to stay while visiting the area. For me, this is a positive, not a complaint. 

    • There’s no shade from trees or otherwise. If you’re visiting during the summer, be sure your air conditioning and awnings are working. 

    • They sell firewood and propane. 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    • Absolutely, this is a great place to stay for wine and waterfalls.
  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Randy G.'s photo of rv camping at Finger Lakes RV Resort near Watkins Glen, NY
    Oct. 12, 2022

    Finger Lakes RV Resort

    Beautiful new spacious RV resort in excellent location.

    We arrived on Saturday, 10.8.22 and are staying for a week. This is a delightful location. Rachel and Doug are cheerful, attentive, and very personable owners who are on-site at almost all times. This park just opened this year, so we checked in at an entrance building that they're using until their primary building is complete. We were greeted with delicious cookies, our site(#9) backs up to a wooded area(with a hiking path buried in there) with a lot of space. We booked early, which was a good thing because they were 100% full for Indigenous People's Day. We chose this site because there was a lot of room around it and we're used to really tightly packed RV parks. But what we found is that all of the sites are very nicely spread out with generous spacing, so that's not an issue. It's still nice to be on the outskirts. We also chose this section per a review we read to be away from the main road noise, but there really isn't much road noise to worry about, anyway. The WiFi is strong and consistent. We're using 30amps, but they also have 20 and 50amp service to each site. The water pressure is great. The bath house is new and very comfortable. Each site has a picnic table, a fire ring and lots of room for big rigs. We watched Doug neaten up sites after other RV's vacated, which shows an attention to detail we don't often find. They also drive by each site every morning to collect trash and recycling. The sunsets are spectacular over the lake(we can't see the lake from here, but it's close). There are numerous award-winning wineries surrounding us and up and down the lake. We're headed out for tastings today. We've been hiking the last few days- Watkins Glen State Park- Gorge Trail(go early or it gets REALLY crowded), Taughannock State Park- Gorge& North Ridge Trail over on Cayuga Lake, and a concert(Rufus Wainwright) at Point of the Bluff Winery over on Keuka Lake. We stopped afterward for dinner in Hammondsport at Timber Stone Grill which was truly wonderful. That's about 35- 45 minutes away. Lots more hiking trails to do in the National Forest and surrounding areas. And there's Watkins Glen, a charming town just minutes away. We highly recommend Finger Lakes RV Resort and we'll be back!

  • Mike C.
    Camper-submitted photo at Park Station Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Aug. 6, 2019

    Park Station Campground

    Hidden Gem

    Great place, low key camping with power. Nice spacious lots. Gravel sites help keep the camper clean and keeps the mud down. Convenient location to explore the Finger Lakes. 30-40 minutes from Watkins Glen, Ithaca and Corning.

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    Michelle C.'s photo of rv camping at Clute Park and Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Clute Park and Campground

    Acceptable

    The campground was in a good location minutes from Watkins Glen and many, many wineries. It was clean, the staff was polite and the bathrooms were fine. So basically it hits all the must haves. My only issue was that it is basically a parking lot with a whole lotta RV’s crammed into it. I guess I am more accustomed to staying at state parks. Would I stay there again, yes, but it wouldn’t be my first choice.

  • Brian C.
    Michelle C.'s photo of rv camping at Clute Park and Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jun. 28, 2018

    Clute Park and Campground

    Close to the water, close to your neighbors

    Clute Park & Campground is a pretty quite and very clean park. Sites are moderately spacious but a little packed together. Lots of seasonal sites but plenty of RV sites with full hook ups and a nice tenting area that is somewhat seperated from the RVs.

  • Christopher D.
    MickandKarla W.'s photo of rv camping at Ives Run near Watkins Glen, NY
    Oct. 28, 2021

    Ives Run

    Well kept, and overall a great time

    I booked site 144 at the primitive sites in Oct 2021. It was a great spot and happily, I was totally alone as no one had booked any of the sites near me( the closest people were about 400m away). The sites I was located on all had a small piece of water access which allowed you to sit by the water and the sites were relatively flat (although not perfect). I did not have to deal with any crowds since I was basically completely alone, but I imagine that during the peak season, you will be close by your neighbors as there is no separation between the campsites, just designated spots next to each other on a lawn. Located only about an hour away from Watkins glen, and made for a great home base during my visit to the finger lakes- away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist towns. Would def. Visit again.

  • Paulina B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Ann M.'s photo of rv camping at Sugar Hill Recreation Area Camping near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jun. 7, 2024

    Sugar Hill Recreation Area Camping

    Dog Friendly Retreat near Watkins Glen

    We stayed at Sugar Hill for about 10 days, arriving right after Memorial Day weekend. The campground offers a variety of great options for various rig sizes, accommodating different needs comfortably. Its location is convenient, just a 15-minute drive from Watkins Glen, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.

    During our stay, the campsite never even got near half full, providing a peaceful and uncrowded experience. For those seeking more privacy, there are numerous secluded spots along the side roads throughout the park.

    However, it's worth noting that WiFi and phone service are pretty limited, typically ranging between 1-2 bars. Despite this minor inconvenience, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend Sugar Hill for its tranquility and proximity to local attractions.

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    Nancy W.'s photo of rv camping at Watkins Glen / Corning KOA near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jul. 28, 2021

    Watkins Glen / Corning KOA

    Great Camp to make as base camp for adventures in the area

    Watkins Glen/ Corning KOA this is a nice KOA in the Watkins Glen area. Our site was a full hookup site. Campground offered clean sites with gravel drives and grass areas between them. Offers your typical KOA amenities with a huge outdoor pool, indoor pool and hot tub, water slide, rock wall structure, zip line and mini golf which were part of our site fee price. 

    Things to do in the area Watkins Glen State park(hiking, biking and scenic views of the falls and gorge), Seneca Lake(one of the finger lakes), Watkins Glen International Speedway, Corning Glass Museum(Corning, NY), Montour Falls(Montour Falls, NY), Sunset View Creamery(Farm Tour and Store).

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 19, 2021

    Spruce Row Campground and Recreational Vehicle Park

    Big, family friendly

    Sites are average, needing levelers to get flat. There are a lot of seasonal rigs here. Many site options from full hook up to primitive sites. There are many family friendly activities including a pool, activities room and hay rides. The sites feel a bit crowded with little privacy. The staff is very nice and helpful. Good for families looking to keep the kids busy, not a quiet relaxing campground.

  • Sara B.
    Amanda K.'s photo of rv camping at Cayuga Lake State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Sep. 2, 2023

    Cayuga Lake State Park Campground

    Large Campground, Small Sites

    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. But we stayed in the 100 loop (appropriately named "Minnow) and ended up leaving early because our neighbors were just too close for comfort. 

    The lakefront area of the park was very nice and we enjoyed walking on the drive down in front of the lake. Plus, Seneca Falls is an adorable town and it was great to visit the Women's Rights National Historic Park and the homes of Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Harriett Tubman, while we were in the area! 

    To be fair to this park, we came directly from Watkins Glen State Park (which we loved) and our neighbors were rambunctious. We may have had a better opinion, had the circumstances been different. And in any event, we did really enjoy the area but decided to leave after 2 nights (rather than the 5 we had booked). 

    Oh and if you have a boat--the dock area of the park seemed really nice. We'd have loved to get out on the lake!

  • Robert W.
    MickandKarla W.'s photo of rv camping at Ives Run near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jun. 27, 2022

    Ives Run

    Great relaxing place with beautiful lake.

    Ives Run has been a favorite site for us for the last 5 years. Lake Hammond is beautiful with great access. You can easily walk, bike, skate on miles of paved roads and you can also take the 1.5 mile roundtrip down the stone road to Pine Camp, a non-full hook up area that's on the lake edge. Plenty of wildlife to see from eagles to squirrels, chipmunks and more. This year we had a very hard time with gypsy moth caterpillars, first time we ever saw them. Camp hosts and rangers keep the campground at its best. Plenty of large full hook up sites available and AT&T and Verizon work well there. Trees are sparing enough to allow great Starlink access as well.

  • Craig F.
    Randy G.'s photo of rv camping at Finger Lakes RV Resort near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Finger Lakes RV Resort

    Quiet and Relaxing

    Amazing RV park!I can't stop talking about the Finger Lakes RV park and the great experience we had there. FLRV opened in the last couple years and is a great addition to the camping options around the Finger Lakes. Located about 1/3 of the way up the eastern side of Seneca Lake, the location provides easy access to the wineries, distilleries, and breweries along the lake.

    This is a family owned campground and the owners were very friendly and took pride in their business. Fresh baked chocolate chip cookies are included at check-in. The campground sites are very large and spread out. Being a newer campground, the trees are small, but that did not take away from the experience. Easy maneuverability, great wifi and water pressure, along with level sites make it a great place to stay. The bath house is immaculate and rivals those at Fort Wilderness Resort. 

    Amenities are minimal(no pool, playground, or golf carts), but they are bookended by two wineries with walking paths from the campground. Due to the minimal amenities, it is very quiet and relaxing especially in the evenings sitting around the campfire. 

    I look forward to returning to the Finger Lakes RV park as this is easily one of our top campgrounds when needing to relax.

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    Kevin R.'s photo of rv camping at Hills Creek State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    May. 8, 2019

    Hills Creek State Park Campground

    Revisiting childhood camping memories!

    Camped here often as a child. Now back as an adult. Great site lakeside. Very dark at night which is great. Quiet campground. Need to do self check-in if after hours. Full hook up. Great place to sit back and relax. Not much to keep busy which is how we like it. Did take a drive to see pa Grand Canyon. Had our 2 dogs with and they loved it!

  • Decklan B.
    David S.'s photo of rv camping at Keuka Lake State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Aug. 18, 2021

    Keuka Lake State Park Campground

    Great campground at great location

    We have gone to this campground for the past 5 years. We have always had a great experience and the camp has always been clean and bathrooms also have always been clean. Only down side is that there are not full hookups. But we really don’t mind that at all. The campground is perfect location near Keuka lake in Wine Country, also close by to branchport, Penn Yan, and also Watkins Glen! Will continue to go to this campground!

  • David S.
    David S.'s photo of rv camping at Keuka Lake State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Dec. 8, 2021

    Keuka Lake State Park Campground

    Just Amazing

    The sites are all super spacious and private.    The lake and picnic areas area just amazing.  The only downside I could mention is if you area looking for Full hook up you area out of luck.   Only the inner sites had shared water connections out on the loop roads and no sewer connections you has to hit the dump station on the driveway coming in.   If you are prepared for this ahead of time it is not an issue at all.   We stayed for a week and honestly didn't want to leave.

  • James P.
    MickandKarla W.'s photo of rv camping at Ives Run near Watkins Glen, NY
    Aug. 20, 2018

    Ives Run

    Best campground in Northcentral PA

    Taking everything into consideration, it’s hard to find a nicer campground to stay for a night or two weeks.

    • clean, well maintained and monitored.

    • large sites on macadam pads. Large fields behind most sites for activities.

    • full hook ups available

    • numerous hiking trails, large lake for boating, fishing and swimming.

    • centrally located between Mansfield, Wellsboro and Corning

    *pet friendly. Alcohol allowed

    the only draw back is that it fills up quickly and you need to reserve many months ahead of time especially for holidays. Not group camping friendly because of the reservation system. No pavilions for group activities within the Campground

  • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    val's photo of rv camping at Watkins Glen State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jun. 6, 2018

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Like Stepping into Another World!

    Wow, what an absolute delight! From the gorgeous hike up the Watkins Glen Gorge to watching the sunset over Seneca Lake to enjoying some wine from the grapes grown in the region, the Finger Lakes regions is hard to beat for total family entertainment. We came for a couple nights to check it out and stayed for over a week!

    The campground at the state park is a classic one, with six loops each representing a native tribe from the area. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, with no bells and whistles. You can choose from non-electric or electric sites with full-hookups.  We stayed in site #9, just across from the bathrooms, in the Cayuga Loop (non-electric). There is not much privacy between sites, but we were there the week after Memorial Day, so hit it during a lull period. The bathrooms are old, but kept clean and the showers are awesome. There are a couple of playgrounds for the kiddos, picnic areas/shelters, and a pool. There are also some nice cabins for those not interested in camping.

    But, the campground is only the beginning of what this area has to offer! Just a short walk from the campground, you will find Watkins Glen Gorge. Entering from the main entrance (as early in the day as you are willing to get there to avoid the crowds) will afford you a walk through what feel like you have stepped into another country (or world for that matter). It is truly one of the most spectacular gorges I’ve ever seen in the U.S.!  Photos simply don’t do it justice.

    In addition to great hiking and gorgeous waterfalls, this area is filled with bike trails, water sports of all kinds on Seneca Lake, Farm Sanctuary, the Watkins Glen Int’l Raceway, an extensive wine trail and more! Watkins Glen is a small town, but has all that you need to resupply…including more ice cream shops than I’ve ever seen in just a few city blocks.

    We did our usual reservation-less “pull up and see what they have open” style of camping, but during the main season or race weekends, this place is nuts!  You’ll definitely need to plan ahead and make reservations if you plan to be here during the silly season. Note: Prices are lower on weekdays and you get a reduced rate for your second night, too. Bonus!

  • Gary V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Ferenbaugh Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jul. 23, 2021

    Ferenbaugh Campground

    Farenbough Review

    I am a full timer and have been staying here on/off for past two months. I have found the staff to be accommodating. They offer 30/50 amp sites, also have full hook ups and some primitive sites. They have a well stocked store with grocery necessities, camping necessities, snacks and Hersey ice cream. They have a beautiful in-ground pool, fenced in pond for catch and release fishing and live music one weekend a month. They also have themed weekends. I have enjoyed my stays here. The only bad comment I would make is there water is very smelly and brown. I actually bought a dual stage water filter and change it every two weeks.

  • Amanda H.
    Kevin R.'s photo of rv camping at Hills Creek State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jun. 28, 2016

    Hills Creek State Park Campground

    Close to PA Grand Canyon

    Hills Creek is a great park to camp! When we arrived we were pleasantly surprised by the size of the sites and many sites now offer full hook up!!! We did not know this on arrival as it wasn't on the site! The site was very spacious!!! Plenty of room!!!! Bathrooms were clean!!! Plenty of shade and trees to hang your hammock for relaxing! There are some short trails through the campground! Lake available for swimming complete with snack bar, including ice cream!!! The rangers offer educational programs that are free of charge! Near by attractions: PA Grand Canyon! Beautiful!!!! Go for the day and take hike! Plan on many steps though!!! You are also close to a cute little town called Wellsboro! Go and visit for the day! Warning, there are black bears and other wild life at Hills Creek, take care to lock up your coolers!!! We heard some fighting raccoons at night! Happy Camping!

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nancy W.'s photo of rv camping at Watkins Glen / Corning KOA near Watkins Glen, NY
    Sep. 29, 2022

    Watkins Glen / Corning KOA

    Nice Campground in a Great Area of NY

    We were looking to spend a couple of nights near Watkins Glen to hit the wineries, waterfalls, and nearby museums around the finger lakes of New York and this park seemed to be in a good location for us to do all that. There were other options closer to downtown Watkins Glen but they were closed for the season when we visited. This park is quite large and can accommodate any size RV with plenty of activities to keep the entire family busy without even leaving the park (but we wouldn’t recommend that because there is so much to do in the surrounding area). 

    Typical KOA with a wide range of RV sites and lodging options and tons of activities and amenities. We booked online and got our KOA discount, so check-in was easy and we were greeted by friendly people. There is a mix of site types which you can pick out online. If you don’t see the type you want online, give them a call because sometimes they can move people around to accommodate you. The roads in the park and campsites are gravel but the park is easy to navigate. They do have short fences at the front and back of sites which can make maneuvering into your site a little tricky. Not sure why they have these unless it is to keep people from driving or parking on the grass. Deluxe sites with fancy paved patios are available for a bit more$$$ than standard sites. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit.

    Our site was level and long enough to fit our tow car. The pad was gravel but the patio was paved. Our fire pit stuck out pretty close to the road which was a bit awkward. Sites are definitely close so upon check-in we noticed that the park was not very crowded and asked that they not put us right next to people if at all possible. The women in the office told us that our neighbors were leaving the next morning and that was the only site option. Turns out they didn’t leave and there did appear to be other sites available. Oh well! 

    The park advertises free wifi and we were skeptical as to how good it would be but it turned out that it worked well at our site for surfing the internet. Our 4G Verizon phone reception was good and the open pull-thru sites work well for those wanting to use satellite. There is cable which broadcasts 70 channels. 

    What we liked about this campground was: the pastoral setting yet it was close to many attractions and things we wanted to do. The hiking trail was a big plus and really appreciated by our Labrador retriever. Wifi worked great and there were lots of cable channels. Our patio was paved which is nice but it is more expensive than standard sites with grass (so we ended up paying for that). 

    By far the worst thing about this park is the price. If you come here in the summer and use all the amenities then maybe we could see paying $100/night. But we really just wanted a place to park and hook-up the RV since we spent very little time there during the day. The only amenity we were even slightly interested in was the heated indoor swimming pool. 

    The surrounding area boasts lots of activities from exploring the natural wonders to wineries and museums. The region is known for its waterfalls including the popular Watkins Glen Gorge that has 19 waterfalls and many more in the surrounding area. Watkins Glen sits at the southern end of Seneca Lake and offers many opportunities to get out on the water for sight-seeing and a diner cruise. Close by are 40 some wineries and breweries that draw many visitors. A 30-minute drive south will put you in the town of Corning home to the spectacular Corning Museum of Glass and the Rockwell Art Museum. Watkins Glen Speedway hosts major motor racing events including the NASCAR Sprint Cup. Click here for a link to our blog post about what we did

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Lee D.'s photo of rv camping at Six Circles Farm (Camp Elderberry) near Watkins Glen, NY
    Mar. 1, 2023

    Six Circles Farm (Camp Elderberry)

    Beautiful and peaceful

    This was our first experience at a Hipcamp site, but we took advantage of a $30 promotion from REI and decided to try one out. Camp Elderberry is located on an organic vegetable farm in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Weekend tours of the farm are available for a nominal fee. There are two sites here, both quite separate from each other so they are very private. You can camp in an RV or in a tent on the grass. Due to recent rains, the grass was quite tall, so we did not go deep into our site, which had a view of Seneca Lake. No hookups at either site. 

    Communication with Lael was very good from the beginning, and he met us as we arrived to help us get settled. We arrived much later than planned due to a flat tire, so we did not spend much time exploring the property. There is also a ½ mile hike to the beach that I would have explored if we had arrived earlier. I had read there is a porta-potty, but we did not use it. There is also potable water and a cold-water shower. No WiFi, but the cell signal was strong on Verizon. There are many wineries nearby but again, because of our late arrival, they were all closed when we got there. 

    We have been exploring a variety of camping options including Tentrr, Harvest Host, RV parks, Corps of Engineers campgrounds, county parks, state parks, and national parks. Hipcamp campsites vary widely by accommodation and price. The price for Camp Elderberry was not unreasonable ($50) but is more expensive than most standard (non-private) campsites. We did enjoy the unique experience, however!

  • Mea H.The Dyrt PRO User
    val's photo of rv camping at Watkins Glen State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Sep. 16, 2023

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Love the location!

    ——REASONS I STAYED HERE——

    The see Watkins Glen, of course! And go paddleboarding nearby.

    —————BASIC FAQ—————

    [Tent camping with a Subie]

    Dump station? - Yes

    Water fill or hookup? - Water fill at dump station but no water hookups. Water spigots are scattered throughout each loop.

    Electricity? - Yes, some loops have it but not mine

    Clean site? - Yes

    Clean bathroom? - Yes

    Flush toilet? - Yes

    Showers? - Yes

    Laundry? - No

    Dish washing sink? - Yes, in the bathroom

    —————PROS—————

    → The access to Watkins Glen! My site was in Loop D (Onondaga Village) which has a direct hiking trail to the trail along Watkins Glen! I highly recommend going early to beat the crowds. It’s peaceful and easier to enjoy and take photos.

    → Proximity to Seneca Lake! We went paddleboarding. We put in at a boat launch at the very southeastern corner of the lake near Seneca Lake Kayak. You can paddle down to Hector Falls and see it from the water.

    → You can drive to the many waterfalls nearby. I recommend Havana Glen Park for a short hike to the waterfall. Also, drive to Chequaga Falls.

    —————TIP—————

    → There’s a power outlet in the bathroom. It was very common for people to charge phones while showering. Or leaving a battery in there to charge.

    —————OVERALL—————

    5-stars - Speaking for Loop D, of course. Clean site, clean bathroom with hot water, access to Watkins Glen, no issues while staying there.

    —————INTERNET—————

    Verizon via iPhone 12: 20 mbps down and 0.03 mbps up with 74 ms ping.

  • Laura L.
    val's photo of rv camping at Watkins Glen State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jul. 24, 2018

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Beautiful waterfalls and hikes

    Watkins Glen was absolutely beautiful. The sites are quite wooded with plenty of space in between. We stayed in a 30 ft. motorhome, and the roads within the campground were kind of tight to get through with trees and curves. The gorge trail is a MUST. Definitely go check this campsite out!

  • Kim C.
    val's photo of rv camping at Watkins Glen State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Sep. 29, 2021

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Fantastic facilities

    Okay, we all get that there is awesome hiking, scenery, wineries, racing, and more in the Watkins Glen area. So let’s just chat about the campground.

    The bathhouses were A+. Clean, well maintained, newer…just overall impressive!

    There were water fill up stations EVERYWHERE! We camped in the dry camping loop - it was the only one available to us in our 35’ class A. We didn’t miss anything!

    The playground was OUTSTANDING! All adults in our party and we couldn’t help but jump on some of the swings. It’s a newer type playground and is hands down the best I’ve ever seen!

    Last, and certainly not least…personnel.

    We had the opportunity to speak with the campground ranger, facilities engineer, and gate attendants. Everyone was accommodating, friendly, warm, helpful, and more. :).

    One of the BEST campgrounds out there! Thank you New York State, the NYState park system and all the folks at Watkins Glen State Park Campground who make the magic happen!!!

    One mention: our site was rated for a 25’ RV, we were 35’ long and fit nicely. Other sites rated for 35’ RV were NOT long enough. (We had to switch sites).

  • Matt G.
    val's photo of rv camping at Watkins Glen State Park Campground near Watkins Glen, NY
    Jul. 31, 2016

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Lovely Area

    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. Pair awesome trails and camping space with world class wineries up the lake, you cannot go wrong.


Guide to Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen, New York, is a fantastic destination for RV camping, offering a mix of natural beauty and family-friendly activities. With several well-reviewed campgrounds in the area, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience.

Some prices for RV Parks range from $50 to $100

  • The Watkins Glen / Corning KOA offers a variety of amenities, including electric hookups and a heated indoor pool, making it a great choice for families.
  • At the Finger Lakes RV Resort, you can enjoy spacious sites and a peaceful atmosphere, with prices reflecting the quality of the experience.
  • The Ferenbaugh Campground features full hookups and a well-stocked store, providing convenience for your stay.

Explore nearby waterfalls and wineries

  • The Finger Lakes RV Resort is conveniently located near numerous wineries and waterfalls, perfect for a day of exploration.
  • The Watkins Glen / Corning KOA is just a short drive from the stunning Watkins Glen State Park, known for its breathtaking gorges and waterfalls.
  • Back-Achers Campsites offers easy access to local wineries, making it an ideal spot for wine enthusiasts.

Most parks have electrical and sewer hookups

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Watkins Glen, NY is Finger Lakes RV Resort with a 5-star rating from 7 reviews.

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