Lakeside RV camping in Finger Lakes

Wine, waterfalls, and natural wonders await campers in the Finger Lakes region.

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Mission Hemlock Grove

4 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Conesus, NY
Welcome, Mission Conesus, originally built by Franciscan Catholics. These lands were likely chosen for many reasons. Suffice it to say there is something special here. Come discover for yourself. Lose yourself here, or maybe find yourself, among the Hemlocks. First, a bit about the terrain. There is much in the way of forest, very mature, and a broad array of plant species. Elevation differences are vast, land to the west is uphill for quite a ways, and downhill to the east, to Hemlock lake below, so the world here can feel a bit tilted. We adjoin 150 acres of nature conservancy lands that nobody seems to know about. These lands are for respectful public daytime use. We also adjoin 6600 acres of NY state forest which is public property. Exploring all that is here would take a very long time! Want to get away? Welcome to our little slice of heaven. We are just getting started in the camping space, but for now, we're accepting bookings and looking forward to hosting you, at the mission. See the provided map for site locations. Site 1 is open field and is near the pavilion, sites 2 and 3 are along the woods, and site 4 is the most private and tucked into the woods. We looking forward to hosting you, at the mission.
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Waterfall Creek

6 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Millport, NY
This is a beautiful piece of property located in the heart of the Finger Lakes and Wine Country of NY. It features a stunning spring fed waterfall and nice forest land. Very close to town but also very secluded and private. Great place to unwind and relax from our everyday lives. It is situated however in a gully next to a creek and waterfall so it is susceptible to heavy rains. It is recommended to at least have an AWD vehicle if rainy. I can usually help campers with getting to the site in my side X side if you need to park up at the pasture. Please order enough wood initially as I have found I spend a lot of time delivering extra wood to campers. It seems as if you will typically go through 2 bundles per night on average. Also I supply a contractor size garbage bag to you if you choose garbage removal. It is also a good idea to text me when you have a solid ETA so I can be here to take you to the site. I want to mention that the two sites closest to the waterfall are a slight hike in and can only accommodate up to 4 person tents so if a bigger group or vehicle camping you will be placed at another site. Hope to see you soon. Ken
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Pooh’s Corner

9 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Watkins Glen, NY
WELCOME to Pooh's Corner- We hope you enjoy Pooh's Corner as much as we enjoy having all of you great Hipcampers sharing our beautiful Fingerlakes Region with us. Pooh's Corner lies in a rural area just 1.5 miles from Watkins Glen. (3315 County Road 28, Watkins Glen, NY 14891). We took great care to make sure each campsite is PRIVATE (parking on-site*) and the trails are easily navigable. Our 'Welcome Shed' is equipped with a compost toilet, local information, (newly added) Hot Water Station, first-aid kit, charging station, bug spray etc. and is located in a safe, well lit, open area on the property. Each site is equipped with a fire pit and comfortable seating with tables, chairs, and/or picnic tables and tripod grills. Firewood is available on a donation basis. There are State Parks and places to hike one of the many gorges around beautiful Seneca Lake and surrounding area. Take a tour of the many wineries and breweries which our region is famous for. Enjoy hiking, swimming, biking, kayaking, and many historical sites to see. Our reviews tell it all. We know you'll love it here :) *PLEASE NOTE: Our sites are custom made for TENT or CAR camping. Because we have "parking on-site", Large RVs, Campers (over 16'), and any 5th-wheel campers are very difficult to place since there are no easy ways to back in or turn around. We highly recommend "Havana Glen State Park" (same general area) for those types of camping units.
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Robinia in Glenwood Heights

3 sites · RVs, Tents24 acres · Ithaca, NY
Robinia in Glenwood Heights is a working homestead located on 24 acres of mostly forested land. The predominant species in the mixed hardwood forests are Robinia Pseudoacacia (Black locust) and Black Walnut. There are places on the land and a short walk away along DuBois and Glenwood Heights Roads where there are wonderful views of Cayuga Lake. It is less than a mile walk or ride to the Black Diamond Trail, a hiking and biking trail that extends four+ miles North to Taughannock Falls State Park and four+ miles South to Cass Park, the Ithaca Children's Garden, and the City of Ithaca Municipal Pool. And all of downtown Ithaca. Hundreds of adjacent (although not accessible) acres are wildlife preserves, abandoned orchards, and a working honey bee and bison farm. Bathroom and hot showers available in the house, included in price, indoor kitchen and an on-site enclosed porch space for rainy days available for separate fee. Gardening, produce and flower-picking can be arranged on-site in season. Within biking distance of Finger Lakes National Forest in Hector. Located half-way between Ithaca and Trumansburg, down a long driveway. Amazingly quiet and private.
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Underhill Forest and Farm

6 sites · RVs, Tents36 acres · Dryden, NY
Underhill Inn is a small homestead located in the Finger Lakes region tucked in the rolling hills near Dryden Lake. We have a small garden, a flock of sheep and chickens, hives of honeybees and countless wild foraging on our 36 acres of pasture and hiking trails.   Take a walk down to Brockendock pond and cruise across the water in a canoe or paddleboat to find peepers, heron, toads and turtles. Drop a line in the water to catch trout, bass and sunnies. The chicken coop is always bustling and there are plenty of eggs to harvest each day. A morning hike on the trails usually kicks up the deer and wild turkeys and at night the barn owl will sing for you if you listen close. Adults and children are welcome to pet and feed the animals on the farm. There are farm tours available where you can learn more about our mushroom garden, composting techniques, blueberries, felting, and more. 
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Hawk Meadow Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents68 acres · Trumansburg, NY
Enjoy a retreat into the woods on Hawk Meadow Farm’s spacious 68 acres. We are a working farm who specializes in woodland mushroom cultivation, medicinal tinctures and earth based education. Our farming practices and products are based in Regenerative Farming, Chinese Medicine and a deep love and respect for the natural world, always striving to work in harmony with nature. This approach is a collaboration with the land which creates the conditions for plants, animals and people to thrive! Many of our campers have been delighted to discover the variety of song birds and other wildlife that they have seen just hanging out at the campsite. When you stay with us you will enjoy spacious, private campsites with a generous amount of firewood included in your booking! All of our sites can be accessed by car and located near one of two compost-style outhouses. We also have a farm store where you can find our products and we often have fresh shiitakes available for purchase. This is a place for you to reconnect with nature and recharge your spirits! We look forward to having you stay with us.
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Willow Grove

4 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Freeville, NY
Willow Grove is a small private woodsy setting.RV CampingTent CampingPRIMITIVE CAMPING - NO FRILLS- NO ELECTRICITY- NO RUNNING WATER.**Nudity/Nudism  is Accepted and Allowed at your Campsite.** It is also allowed at the Communal Fire IF all campers present onsite are comfortable with it and have given their Consent.2 Acres of Primitive/ Rustic Campsite Areas. Central Fire Pit area and Picnic Table, Outhouse/ Composting Woodchip Toilet.This is a Leave No Trace place to stay. ( & Radical Self Reliance as well) **Please; No Cigarette Butts are to be left anywhere onsite**There is No Cable TV, Electricity, or wired/wifi internet.Cayuga Lake , Ithaca College, Wine Country and Cornell University are close by. Kayaking , Hiking, Swimming, Ithaca Festival, or one of many other festivals that take place locally including  Grassroots Music festival may be of of interest to our Guests. Hiking the various Gorges, and viewing our area Waterfalls are always a favorite thing to do. Wine Tours  at our local Wineries are popular as they sit alongside 2 of our closest Lakes .The Science Center and Cornell's Lab of Ornithology are popular places to explore as well.The Corning Museum of Glass is about 40 minutes away.Shopping on The Ithaca Commons, is within 15 minutes at most, as are the many Restaurants within the city of Ithaca NY. **FYI--- There is a neighbor about one acre away who has some  chickens, ducks, a cute goat;  a couple of smallish dogs who like to greet their owner with some barking every so often;  and....a Rooster who welcomes the morning with a glorious cockadoodledoo every single morning. Often before the Sun rises you may hear him crowing to welcome the new day. So, if this may be an issue for you; our campsites may not be a good fit. * **Earplugs are a good solution if a person is sensitive to unwanted noises in nature or neighbors.Learn more about this land:Willow Grove is a small private woodsy setting.RV CampingTent CampingPRIMITIVE CAMPING - NO FRILLS- NO ELECTRICITY- NO RUNNING WATER.**Nudity/Nudism  is Accepted and Allowed at your Campsite.** It is also allowed at the Communal Fire IF all campers present onsite are comfortable with it and have given their Consent.2 Acres of Primitive/ Rustic Campsite Areas. Central Fire Pit area and Picnic Table, Outhouse/ Composting Woodchip Toilet.This is a Leave No Trace place to stay. ( & Radical Self Reliance as well) **Please; No Cigarette Butts are to be left anywhere onsite**There is No Cable TV, Electricity, or wired/wifi internet.Cayuga Lake , Ithaca College, Wine Country and Cornell University are close by. Kayaking , Hiking, Swimming, Ithaca Festival, or one of many other festivals that take place locally including  Grassroots Music festival may be of of interest to our Guests. Hiking the various Gorges, and viewing our area Waterfalls are always a favorite thing to do. Wine Tours  at our local Wineries are popular as they sit alongside 2 of our closest Lakes .The Science Center and Cornell's Lab of Ornithology are popular places to explore as well.The Corning Museum of Glass is about 40 minutes away.Shopping on The Ithaca Commons, is within 15 minutes at most, as are the many Restaurants within the city of Ithaca NY. **FYI--- There is a neighbor about one acre away who has some  chickens, ducks, a cute goat;  a couple of smallish dogs who like to greet their owner with some barking every so often;  and....a Rooster who welcomes the morning with a glorious cockadoodledoo every single morning. Often before the Sun rises you may hear him crowing to welcome the new day. So, if this may be an issue for you; our campsites may not be a good fit. * **Earplugs are a good solution if a person is sensitive to unwanted noises in nature or neighbors.
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Lakeside RV camping in Finger Lakes guide

Overview

With 11 lakes, 25 state parks, three wine trails, and more than a dozen golf courses, it's easy to see why the Finger Lakes is one of the most popular vacation spots in New York state. Camping options abound around the lakeside, whether you prefer a family campground with full hookups, a rustic cabin in the woods, or a cozy glampsite. Summer is peak season, and the best time for swimming, wine tasting, and water sports, while leaf-peepers flock to the Finger Lakes state parks in fall. Winter camping can be fun, too, with skiing, ice skating, and sledding all on the activity menu.

Where to go

Seneca Lake

The largest of the Finger Lakes has forest hiking trails, patchwork vineyards, and farm-to-table dining experiences right at its fingertips. Once you've gone wine hopping along the largest of the Finger Lakes wine trails, marveled at the waterfalls in Watkins Glen State Park, and enjoyed boating around Sampson State Park, check into a state park campground or book an RV park around Seneca Falls or Geneva.

Cayuga Lake

An 87-mile scenic byway loops around Cayuga Lake, affording panoramic views over the lake and the surrounding wine country. At the southern tip, Ithaca is the gateway to Buttermilk Falls State Park and Taughannock Falls State Park, while the nearby Finger Lakes National Forest is the ideal spot for a backcountry camping experience—dispersed camping is permitted throughout. 

Western Lakes

West of Seneca Lake, there are plenty of ways to get on the water at Keuka, Canandaigua, and Honeoye lakes. Camp amid the vineyards at Keuka Lake State Park, check into an RV resort at Naples or Hammondsport, or escape the crowds at the Honeoye Lake boat launch. Further west, Letchworth State Park is home to the "Grand Canyon of the East," where its waterfalls and forests are most magnificent during fall foliage season.

Eastern Lakes

Syracuse is the entry point to Finger Lakes' eastern corner, where you'll find Owasco, Skaneateles, and Otisco lakes. Swimming and water skiing are popular pastimes at Owasco Lake, and there's a great campground and swimming pool at Fillmore Glen State Park. If you’re seeking peace and quiet, neighboring Skaneateles is a tranquil spot for boating. 

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