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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Youngstown, NY

292 Reviews

Four Mile Creek State Park Campground includes dedicated pet-friendly camping loops where dogs are permitted with proper rabies vaccination documentation. Tent sites, RV spots with electric hookups, and cabins accommodate campers with pets throughout the park's season from May to October. The campground features a large grassy area perfect for exercising dogs on leash. Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday, HTR Niagara Campground, and Niagara Falls North/Lewiston KOA all welcome pets with designated pet exercise areas. Bathrooms remain exceptionally clean at these facilities, with staff regularly disinfecting facilities. Most campgrounds require pets to be leashed at all times, with specific pet walking areas clearly marked. Daisy Barn Campground offers waterfront camping along Lake Ontario with a giant green space between campsites and the lake, ideal for throwing balls with dogs.

Nearby hiking trails provide excellent opportunities for dog walking, with several campgrounds situated near water access points where pets can cool off during summer months. Campers should bring proof of rabies vaccination, as New York State campgrounds strictly enforce this requirement for all dogs. Local wildlife considerations necessitate keeping pets leashed and supervised, particularly during evening hours. The proximity to Niagara Falls offers additional recreational options, with most campgrounds located within 10-30 minutes of the falls. HTR Niagara Campground provides boat access and fishing opportunities that many pets enjoy alongside their owners. Some campgrounds offer premium pet amenities like dog washing stations, though availability varies by season. Weather conditions along Lake Ontario can change rapidly, so pet owners should pack accordingly with extra towels and weather protection for animals during spring and fall camping trips.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Youngstown, New York (35)

    1. Four Mile Creek State Park Campground

    54 Reviews
    Youngstown, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 745-3802

    $20 - $100 / night

    "Staff inside office were very friendly-gave many trail suggestions and good tips for navigating the city. Comes with state park parking pass to park free and access to town shuttle."

    "The sites were right next to the bathrooms/showers/laundry. The bathrooms were very clean. The showers had 2 separate privacy shower curtains and a bench to put your things in the shower stall."

    2. HTR Niagara Campground

    36 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-7600

    $77 / night

    "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."

    "My dog and I had the best first tent camping trip here. The bathrooms were sparkling and it was very well maintained."

    3. Niagara Falls North / Lewiston KOA

    11 Reviews
    Lewiston, NY
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 754-8013

    "This is a good campground that's not too far away from Niagara Falls."

    "Dog friendly and dog play area. Laundry room and camp store. Half hour from Niagara Falls. I highly recommend."

    4. Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA Holiday

    23 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-7583

    "Stayed here to easily get back and forth to the NY side and border crossing at the falls. Nice sites and access right to the amusement park located next door."

    "With it being close in proximity to the Niagara Falls made nice but many turn over of campers making this a busy park. The sites were level and our site had full hook ups."

    5. Niagara Woodland Campground

    10 Reviews
    Ransomville, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 791-3101

    "Have to say enjoyed my stay, yes lots of year around campers with permanent spots, but lots of activities during my stay and didn’t bother me at all."

    6. Niagara Falls Campground & Lodging

    9 Reviews
    Sanborn, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 731-3434

    $72 - $78 / night

    "It’s right off the main road and nearby trains blared their horns throughout the night. Might not be that bad if you’re in a camper."

    7. Daisy Barn Campground

    5 Reviews
    Wilson, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 751-9375

    "This was a beautiful campground right on Lake Ontario. You could even see Toronto from the shore. The host was super accommodating when we realized our assigned spot was close to the road."

    "Everything was tidy and clean, from our campsite, laundry room, showers, bathroom, camp store, and walking paths. My only complaint is that all campsites do NOT have a view of Lake Ontario."

    8. Cinderella Motel & Campsite

    8 Reviews
    Grand Island, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 773-2872

    $60 / night

    "No amenities to speak of except a shelter area a big lawn to walk dogs. Closest ice machine about 3 miles at a speedway gas station. Plan ahead!"

    "It is very close to Niagara falls and for the money it is the best campground here.  KOA and Branches CGs are nicer but they are also triple the price which for us did not seem worth it. "

    9. Niagaras Lazy Lakes Camping Resort

    2 Reviews
    Ransomville, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 433-2479

    "Pet friendly. Staff are very friendly. 10-15 minutes from Niagara Falls and close to stores. It does have 2 on site laundry facilities but the dryers take a while. Enjoy going there."

    "There is so much to do at Lazy Lakes! From fishing to pools the kids always had something to do. I enjoyed the wine tasting and flea market."

    10. AA Royal Motel & Campground

    4 Reviews
    North Tonawanda, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 693-5695

    "This campground is open year around which is really hard to find in this area. We needed to come here for personal reasons before any other campground was opened."

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  • Jessica M.
    Mar. 6, 2023

    Cherry Hill Campground

    vacation

    Last year I vacationed at this campsite with my husband. We really liked it there, the nature is very beautiful. We got there by renting a car on Rental24h.com and took a tent with us and had a great time

  • Nick O.
    Jul. 3, 2020

    Niagara County Camping Resort

    Nice atmosphere

    Nice secluded place. Quiet surroundings with lots of stuff for kids to do. Swimming, fishing, putt putt, petting zoo. Camp sites are clean and large. Ownership is extremely friendly. Will visit again.

  • Dan H.
    Sep. 7, 2021

    Cherry Hill Campground

    Great camping sites, Hammock Camping Available, Incredible Amenities

    Things I enjoyed about Cherry Hill Campground: 

    The owners are awesome, approachable, and helpful. 

    Many sites are separated by hedges, are drive-in sites yet still close to water, restrooms, and shower even a microwave. 

    There are nature yoga classes and they bring bands in to perform. It is right across from Darian Lake Six Flags theme park. And dogs are welcome without a pet fee.

    The only thing I didn't enjoy was a neighbor across the hedge who felt a need to play his music loud and continual, (we were so lucky the music was agreeable to our tastes). Music is supposed to stop at midnight. Call the office and the neighbors turn off the music until starting up again at 2:30 am.

    The price we pay for hyper convenience in camping and of course, it is a dice roll and probably not a problem during the week.

  • Howie U.
    Aug. 10, 2019

    Darien Lakes State Park Campground

    Relaxing

    Great place to relax and have fun with the family , lots of pets , kids loved the beach and it's only minutes from 6 flags

  • Jen S.
    Jul. 26, 2023

    Cinderella Motel & Campsite

    Served it’s purpose

    Quiet campground with close campsites. Nice grassy area for pets. We were parked directly behind the motel. Dated facilities. 12 minutes from the Falls 20 minutes from Canada. We stayed 3 nights and personally would not stay longer than that. There was some sketchy folks with obvious drug activity inside the motel who on occasion would come out back. They never bothered us but not super comforting.

  • Connie J.
    Jun. 15, 2018

    Niagaras Lazy Lakes Camping Resort

    Clean & Friendly

    We have camped here several times. Bathrooms are very clean along with the showers. They are cleaned on a daily basis. Store on site has just the bare amenities. Big clubhouse, 2 heated pools and a pond to fish (catch & release). Sites are big. Pet friendly. Staff are very friendly. 10-15 minutes from Niagara Falls and close to stores. It does have 2 on site laundry facilities but the dryers take a while. Enjoy going there.

  • D
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Sleepy Hollow Lake Campground

    Psychotic Management

    If you have any concerns about their park or services they will immediately avoid you like the black plague!!! It's almost like they have things to hide, or don't want to justly return not even $1 that they are not entitled to. Running away from customers says a lot about their lack of professionalism, level of maturity, lack of integrity after they get paid, and the possible false statements they are making in their advertisements. To make a long story short, I did not receive all the services that they were supposed to deliver after paying them. The petting zoo is also questionable and one that should be looked at by PETA. Never going here again.

  • Danielle S.
    May. 19, 2019

    Lakeside State Park Campground

    Clean, friendly, beautiful

    We stayed here 5/2019 on Loop C #30. While we were right next to the bathroom, we really weren't bothered by noise or traffic, and our site still felt quite private. We could easily see Lake Ontario through the trees, and the air was filled with the sound of birds. The space between our site and the next was a bit muddy, but the sites themselves were dry. Electric power is at every site, and both 30 and 50 amp are available. Pets are welcome in certain loops, and there is a well kept playground. Staff were super friendly, and there is a safety officer who patrols at night. We checked in well after the office closed (it's open until 9pm), but called ahead and it wasn't an issue at all. Plenty of farm stands around, but grocery stores will take about 30 minutes to get to. Definitely looking forward to staying again.

  • A
    Jul. 3, 2022

    Niagara Shores Campground and Conference Center

    Beautiful Lake View, Feral cats

    This camp used to be a Christian camp and is under new ownership and renovations. The owners have a huge project before them.

    The bathrooms are immaculate, but the grass was uncut and feral cats lived in the trash cans and scatter trash as well as meow at campsites all night.

    The view of Lake Ontario was amazing, even if view through overgrown brush. The sites are small and close, despite the large amount of property owned here.

Guide to Youngstown

Campsites near Youngstown, New York sit along the southern shore of Lake Ontario, approximately 20 minutes from Niagara Falls at an elevation of around 290 feet. The flat terrain offers easy access camping with views across the lake where Toronto's skyline is visible on clear days. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F during camping season, with lake breezes moderating the heat compared to inland locations.

What to do

Hiking at Four Mile Creek State Park: The park features trails with minimal elevation change, making them accessible for most visitors. "Great sites, secluded from neighbors. Nice trails to hike," notes Ashley B. about Four Mile Creek State Park Campground.

Lake Ontario sunset viewing: Several campgrounds position visitors for optimal sunset viewing across the lake. "The sunsets you'll catch on Lake Ontario are some of the best you'll see. You can't swim off the ledges, but this place is worth it," reports Laura Nicole A. about Four Mile Creek.

Niagara Falls exploration: Use campgrounds as a convenient base for visiting the falls. "We stayed here when seeing the falls easy 18 min drive to the falls. One perk we were not aware of was free parking at one of the three New Yark park parking lots with our campground pass," writes SkipperAllen C.

Fishing opportunities: Many local campgrounds offer catch-and-release fishing in on-site ponds or nearby waterways. At Niagaras Lazy Lakes Camping Resort, you'll find "2 heated pools and a pond to fish (catch & release). Sites are big," according to Connie J.

What campers like

Convenient location: Campgrounds cluster within 10-30 minutes of Niagara Falls and other attractions. "About 30 minutes from Niagara Falls. Staff inside office were very friendly-gave many trail suggestions and good tips for navigating the city," explains Evan about Four Mile Creek State Park.

Nearby historic sites: Fort Niagara sits just minutes from some campgrounds. "Fort Niagara is about 5 minutes away, the falls are 15-20 minutes away, and there are many farm stands and cute little towns nearby," shares Jen V.

Different site options: Campgrounds offer various privacy levels and environments. "This is a friendly and clean state park campground where you can choose your own environmental experience," writes Paula about Four Mile Creek State Park. "Camping with kids and enjoy interacting with other camping families? Then the 100 loop with large playground is for you... Interested in a less social scene, then the 200 loop or the 300 loop might be for you."

Quality facilities: Most campgrounds maintain clean facilities. "Bathhouse in the 200 loop with bathrooms and showers are up-to-date and SUPER CLEAN," notes Paula about Four Mile Creek State Park.

What you should know

Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds operate between May and October. Four Mile Creek State Park runs "from May 1 to October 27," while HTR Niagara Campground operates "May to October."

Variable site conditions: Site quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "Our site actually had a gravel driveway and pad, as did several others, but I noticed that the majority of sites were grass only," reports Jen V. about Four Mile Creek.

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