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Sampson State Park Campground
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New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
Sampson State Park Campground, near Romulus, New York, is a fantastic spot for families and outdoor lovers alike. This campground, set on the site of an old Naval Training Center, boasts spacious, shaded sites that are perfect for tents, RVs, or even glamping.
The amenities here are solid, with clean restrooms and showers that visitors rave about. Kids will love the playgrounds, swimming area, and even movie nights, while adults can enjoy kayaking or fishing right from the shore. One camper noted, “The place is great for kids. Lots to do with a couple of playgrounds, guarded swimming area, kayak rentals, movie nights, and a concession stand to get pizza and snacks!”
If you’re into exploring, you’re in luck. The campground is close to local wineries and offers over five miles of trails for hiking or biking. Plus, the views of Lake Seneca are stunning, especially at sunset. Just remember to book your site early, as this place fills up fast!
Description
NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Sampson State Park
MARINA operated by Seneca Lake Resorts: Contact Seneca Lake Resorts for marina information at 315-835-5810 or 315-651-4949 or visit the Seneca Lake Resorts website at senecalakeresorts.com.
Sampson State Park encompasses nearly 2,000 acres, including just over 5.5 miles of lakefront, providing beautiful scenic views and abundant recreational opportunities. Centrally located in the Finger Lakes Park Region, Sampson State Park slopes gently above the eastern shore of Seneca Lake. Formed over 12,000 years ago, Seneca Lake is the largest and deepest of the Finger Lakes, with charted depths over 630 feet. Seneca Lake is famous for its lake trout fishing, with an annual National Lake Trout Derby held on Memorial Day weekend.
Please Be Advised: Due to ongoing improvements at Sampson State Park, we will no longer be renting the picnic shelters. However, the Lodi Point State Park Open Shelter will still be available.
Park Rules & Information:
- Swimming Season runs the from the third Saturday in June until Labor Day. Hours are 11AM - 7PM, depending on staff coverage and water quality.
- The park has 243 electric sites located in Loops 1-5 with both 30 and 20 amp service. These sites offer a mixture of open and shaded sites with a comfort station in each loop. Please bring a heavy extension cord. Distances between electric boxes and site pad can be as much as 50 feet. Each site has a gravel pad, fire ring, and one picnic table. Loop 5 is the closest to the lake, with prime sites that have lake views.
- Only one wheeled camping unit and two motor vehicles are allowed per site. Tent campers may place two tents totaling not more than 225 square feet on a site.
- Boats and boat trailers are not permitted on the campsite. They can be left in the Park Office Parking Lot or placed in a rented slip at the Marina.
- QUIET HOURS: 10PM to 7AM. Only registered site occupants and vehicles are permitted in the park during this time.
- Check-In Procedure: All campers must check in at Park Office before occupying site. Please have the following information ready: site #; all license plate numbers/description of vehicles occupying site; list of everyone that will be on your site.
ATTENTION PET OWNERS:
- Current proof of rabies inoculation is required at check-in (metal tags will not be accepted).
- At any time during your stay, pet owners may be required to provide proof of rabies inoculation upon request. Be sure to have this information available to present to park staff.
- Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6ft and under control at all times.
- Do not leave pets unattended and always clean up after them.
- Pet owners/permit holders are liable for any damage, personal injury, or nuisance caused by the pet.
- Where pets are permitted, there is a maximum limit of 2 pets per site.
- Pets are NOT permitted on the playground, beach area, or inside park buildings including comfort stations.
Looking to reserve for just 1 night? If you make your reservation within 3 days of your arrival you can book a 1-night stay online or through the Call Center. This applies to campsites only.
PRE-REGISTRATION: Have an existing reservation? Don't forget to PRE-REGISTER!! Two days prior to arrival you can sign into Reserve America and pre-register. IT SAVES TIME.
LENGTH OF STAY: A camping party and their equipment may occupy a site for a maximum of 14 continuous nights. After which, the camping party and equipment must leave the site and facility for 48 hours before registering again for another site.
Please Note: To ensure fairness for all NY customers, any reservation with departure dates outside the 9-month Maximum Window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made.
OPRHP General Camping Rules, Information, and Cancellation Policy
Location
Sampson State Park Campground is located in New York
Directions
The park is on Route 96A, 11 miles south of Geneva. It is located on the east shore of Seneca Lake, off Route 96A. 315-585-6392
Address
6096 ROUTE 96A
Romulus, NY 14541
Coordinates
42.72400002 N
76.90200075 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly