Blueberry Patch Campground — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

We stayed here for 3 nights back in August 2018 with our pup while exploring the Ithica and surrounding area seeing waterfalls. It was very quiet and peaceful, with only a few of the sites being occupied. There are vault toilets and the site was nice.

This is the kind of camping experience we love. Stayed 3 nights and would have enjoyed a few more. Secluded and rustic. Only 10 sites, all FF. Large wooded sites, plenty of privacy. We arrived on Friday and only 3 other sites were occupied. The FS sure says this fits RVs up to 24 ft. Most sites could fit much larger rigs, but the loop road is narrow and could be a problem turning. Our 24 ft TT made it easily. No water, electric or dump station. Vault toilets. 15-30 minute drive to numerous waterfall hikes and the town of Watkins Glen. Our only disappointments were the little bit of garbage left by previous campers and the mosquitoes.

The campsite was spacious and private. Glad we stayed there.

We were not familiar with the area and stumbled on this little rustic gem by chance. Good old fashioned self serve rustic campground that was practically empty. So pretty too! Located right in the middle of the national forest and finger lakes area. So many sites to see, but it was nice to escape the people here. Waterfalls within a few minutes in most directions. Lots of good hiking too! Great hidden spot tucked in the woods!

My boyfriend and I decided to go to the finger lakes for two nights and camp while up there. We knew of the camp site but it’s first come first serve. Cash only, and you deposit it into a wooden box with an envelope they supply. One of the wineries also recommended staying there. We arrived late on a Thursday night but were able to find one spot. There is an outhouse but I think that may be the only facility available. My only recommendation is that you arrive earlier and set up if you’re camping during the busy season. Otherwise it fills up fast. There are plenty of places to hike and lots of wineries on the east side of the lake. Would 100% stay there again!

The only Finger Lakes National Forest designated campground, Blueberry Patch offers a secluded experience in the heart of this sometimes overlooked beautiful geographic region in the State of New York. This campground offers a simple experience, with fire rings and picnic tables at each site and seems to accommodate just tent and small campers. Vault toilets available. On a week day in early summer, 3 of the 9 campsites we’re occupied. Can see it filling up on weekends. Enjoy!

Fantastic little place! The campground and trails are pristine. Looked like new benches and well maintained grounds. Each site has its own privacy and is decent sized. I brought my dog was able to put her on a lead and not worry about her getting tangled up every 2 seconds as the sites have enough open space for that. It is not a big place so if you are trying to go as a group you should go early! I cannot stress enough how well kept the trails are here and absolute treasure! That's all, Happy Travels!

Both times I've been to this campground, the sites have been clean and well maintained. There are a few small trails leading right from the sites, one of which goes to the blueberry patch, which is in fact covered in wild blueberry bushes and allows for some stellar stargazing at night. The campground is in the Finger Lakes National Forrest, close to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, Taughannock Falls, and the Finger Lakes Wine Trail. There is a $10.00 per night fee and a 8 persons cap on each campsite. Highly reccommend if you want your Finger Lakes experience without the hubbub of Watkins Glen and a little more secluded. I've seen this campground fill up fast on summer weekends. First come, first serve.

I ALWAYS recommend heading away from state parks and camping in state forests. There's always more privacy and more wilderness. Of course, this is a personal preference! You often miss out on the amenities of state parks; however, blueberry patch has a bathroom! An amazing space if you're looking to transition from public camping to backcountry camping. The trails were VERY muddy when we went so I highly recommend taking your hiking boots. Also, the 10 sites are first come first serve. We were the only ones when we arrived midday but by night they were almost all filled on a summer weekend. Great way to see Watkins Glen without having to camp right next to someone else. Also, there are in fact blueberries! And a great field to see the stars from.