The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Seneca Lake

Bringing your dog to Seneca Lake? You’ve got over 2,700 campsites that welcome pets, so there’s no need to leave your four-legged mate at home. Campsites here range from $10 to $50 a night on average, making it easy to match your budget. You’ll find sites that allow campfires, offer toilets, and make pets a priority. Trails wind through woods and along the water, and anglers reel in trout right from the shore. In winter, snow sports take over the landscape. Top picks from fellow campers include Pooh’s Corner (333 reviews), Waterfall Creek (321 reviews), and ZiegenVine Homestead (313 reviews). Pack the treats, grab the leash, and explore the lakeside trails—there’s room for everyone.

96% (5K) • 675 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Seneca Lake

Bringing your dog to Seneca Lake? You’ve got over 2,700 campsites that welcome pets, so there’s no need to leave your four-legged mate at home. Campsites here range from $10 to $50 a night on average, making it easy to match your budget. You’ll find sites that allow campfires, offer toilets, and make pets a priority. Trails wind through woods and along the water, and anglers reel in trout right from the shore. In winter, snow sports take over the landscape. Top picks from fellow campers include Pooh’s Corner (333 reviews), Waterfall Creek (321 reviews), and ZiegenVine Homestead (313 reviews). Pack the treats, grab the leash, and explore the lakeside trails—there’s room for everyone.

96% (5K) • 675 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Seneca Lake

1. Minglewood Camp

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(238)

2 sites · Lodging · Trumansburg, NY

Minglewood Camp is a place we built so people could escape from the hustle of our busy lives and find some peace in nature. The cabin was built with respect for the environment. We constructed it with locally harvested and milled lumber and approached the build with minimal impact on the surrounding forest. the cabin is off grid and uses a small solar panel to charges a battery for the water heater and a light while utilizing rain water for the shower and sink. The bathroom functions with a composting toilet. The property is situated beside a creek and 90 acres of hardwood forest which campers are welcome to explore. the cabin is hidden about 3/4 of a mile off the road behind a small mobile home park and is completely secluded and campers will have total privacy.

2. Whitetail Ridge Farm

99%

(114)

8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Savona, NY

Whitetail Ridge Farm is a 100-acre farm in the heart of the Finger Lakes Region with ponds, hiking trails, catch & release fishing, crop field and abundance of wildlife. Our farm is a wedding/event venue. We have Poppy's Cabin on Pond it is a rustic Cabin with fire pit, picnic table, & many trails. Perfect for a weekend getaway. There are two ponds on the property for swimming. We also have tent camping and RV/Camper Sites. Apple picking & leaf-peeping available in the fall.

3. Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

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4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Locke, NY

About the Property: Our unique property boasts quiet camping on a beautifully manicured MotoTrials Riding and Obstacle Play Course. 2025 marks our first year offering camping to the public, and we look forward to HipCampers joining us in our unique venue. All 4 camping sites are nestled into the Obstacle course. Trials riders and non-Trials Riders alike will find much to enjoy here. Campers unfamiliar with Trial are welcome to take advantage of a Lesson on one of our Rental Bikes, while the Obstacle Course is also super-fun on foot (for walks or runs), mountain bike, trials bicycle, or for playing with your RC toy! We have night lighting to turn on at your request, even if just to sit in the evening and enjoy the lights reflecting off the pond-We surely do! We are located on NY 38 but our traffic is not obnoxious (Log and Milk Trucks, Farm Tractors and Commuters). It is very peaceful here. Your camping can be as private, quiet and leisurely as you wish. The views and big sky are gorgeous in our corner of farm country. Our small pond (tho not suitable for fishing or swimming) provides entertainment w/ turtle sunbathing raft and lots of nature's visitors. Pets always welcome off-leash with your guidance. About the Trials Riding: Sundays are a practice day or Event day. We host 4 Mototrial Events each season (see below) and if spectating appeals, you can plan your trip to coincide. You're in for a treat if you've never seen these nimble motorcycles do their 'thing'... up, over, and around the obstacles. Events are busy and exciting, but no worries (!) trials bikes are not loud. Riders are friendly and considerate. If spectating not your thing- no worries. Non-event/non-practice days are quite laidback. If Trials riders come here for additional practice (or instruction) it's not loud or invasive, nor interferes with any camper training or play on the course. When riders are here (barring Events or Sunday Practice ), it's typically only 2-4 at once. Multiple activities co-exist nicely, as there is plenty of room for all. There are many days no one is on the course at all (!) and you may have it all to yourself or possibly with another camper. Hope to see you in our slice of heaven! (2026 Sunday Trial Event Days: May 24, June 21, October 11, November 8)

4. Nik&Jay's Come & Stay

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1 site · Lodging · Canaseraga, NY

Overlooking the lush valley of Canaseraga NY, in the hills of Northern Allegany County just minutes from Swain ski center, Stony Brook state park & Letchworth state park. Located 1/2 Mile from an access point to the finger lakes trail, we offer 2 primitive tent sites that include a picnic table & fire pit; 1 RV site that includes a picnic table & fire pit without electricity or sewage & a comfortable 1 room cabin that sleeps 2 and overlooks the valley where you wake up to a beautiful sunrise. The cabin offers a heat on demand shower and limited solar power with the option of upgrading to a quiet generator for additional power. All sites have clear view of the starry sky and will have no issues with cell coverage.

5. Sanctuary InTheWoods Tent/Yurt Camp

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(161)

3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Newfield, NY

After traveling and living around the world, raising my kids... you can return home. I craved the seasons and the woods and some quiet peaceful land. I feel in love with this property as it had the perfect spot in the middle of the ten acres for camp, not to far from the house and driveway so very easy assess. A short walk up a trail. It is private and has lots of wildlife. We have 2 cabins for rent on land as well. It is a short 12 miles to Ithaca for provisions and activities, or stay and play on the land, hike, swing, rest, read, write, meditate, dream. come in peace or come to rediscover your peace. I look forward to meeting you Learn more about this land: We have 10 forested hilly acres 12 miles from Ithaca. We’ve built a camp with a yurt with a foam floor that sleeps a family of 4. Bring sleeping bags and pads or you have an air mattress you can blow up inside the yurt that is fun. in the photo s you will also see a dry lean-to with a double bed platform inside to put your sleeping bags or air mattress or to put supplies off the ground to keep dry. Also lots of room for tents. The campfire has a grill to cook over a wood fire, 2 benches & Adirondack chairs, a hammock and a picnic table. There’s also a fun homemade swing & seesaw. There are many marked walking trails around our land to enjoy. There is access to well water. Dry cut Firewood is available for $7 a bundle at the property or you can add extras with booking for $7.70 per bundle.  Portable toilet outside & outdoor hot water shower. It is very quiet here. We are close to Treman, Buttermilk And Taughannock State Parks which all have swimming. Watkins Glen State Park and racetrack is half an hour away. 150 breathtakingly magnificent waterfalls in this area. Great hiking. We are 14 miles from Cornell University and 10 miles from Ithaca College. We are between two finger lakes, Cayuga and Seneca, there are 60 wineries and breweries around the lakes. Woman’s Rights National Museum in Seneca Falls, Corning Museum of Glass is fabulous. Ithaca has theatres, many museums & lots for kids to do. Or just hang out in our forest & enjoy our 10 private acres of trails. Bob is in the Ithaca Art Trail so check out his workshop if you are interested. On Instagram and FB go to Robertroemischcreativearts.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

K

November 2025

24 ft Class C

1 night at Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

This is your on stop spot for motorcycle Trials. Mike and Laurel have made a welcoming spot on the hillside for RV's. Easy access to parking from the road. They provided us with a nice welcome packet. That had plenty of information about the area. Places to eat or see. Most people who camp here will be coming for riding. Mike offers lessons as well. But it would a nice spot for anyone looking for a getaway. Don't be put off by the riding. This is not a motocross track. You might be amazed at seeing riders tackling the obstacles and trials bikes are quiet. You might even want to try it yourself? Looking forward to a summer stay. Thanks.

Our camp kitchen is equipped with basic dishes and cookware.

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Idan

October 2025

With kids

2 nights at Minglewood Camp

It was a really great experience and we had great time, despite the rainy weather. the cabin is beautiful and the surrounding is amazing.

Lisa

October 2025

2 nights at Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

This was my second time staying at the little barn on the hill and my first solo trip there. It was a rainy autumn afternoon when I showed up but perfectly cozy inside the hayloft, where I set up my hammock. Laurel got me acquainted with the many new amenities, as they seem to always be making wonderful upgrades to the property. Mike and Laurel's land is the perfect place for me to go when I don't want the hassle of setting up my tent and want a wall and roof and a little electricity. To a tenter, this is a luxurious paradise and I can't wait to return.

Brooke

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Minglewood Camp

This is our 3rd stay at Minglewood and it never disappoints. The cabin is always clean, cozy and warm with the wood stove. Ithaca, Watkins Glen and Taughannock State Park are all a short drive away. We will definitely be back!

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Rachel

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Nik&Jay's Come & Stay

It was such a treat to stay with Nicole and Jason's quaint cabin! Every detail was charming and incredibly thoughtful and considerate to our needs. We arrived later the normal check in time and were met at the road as the sun was setting to guide us to the cabin, which was a bit removed from the road, but no issue for our compact car given the dry weather. The cabin, despite the crisp October weather, was cozy and warm, with a electricity and a heater we didn't need to use. There was a beautiful fire pit, coffee and cute wheel-thrown mugs, as well as extra blankets, water, and anything else we might have needed to be comfortable (three adults and an 10-month old, who loved the nearby pond, big bull frogs, and beautifully maintained space to explore). We alerted Nicole ahead of time that we would have an extra guest staying with us, and they even put up an additional tent, though a collapsible cot fit well enough inside the cabin. This stay was a wonderful experience and we can't wait to return when we are next in the area. Thank you!

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Melissa

October 2025

16 ft campervan

With pets

2 nights at Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

Laurel was the sweetest host. The camp site was in pristine condition. Easy access to electric and water. Do note a road with speed off 55 mph is within a 100 yards of the camp site. Great place for a few days stay or even a quick overnight stay.

New yurt instead of teepee totally dry with a skylight so you don't have to bring a tent if you don't want to, just the bedding.

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Madeleine

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Sanctuary InTheWoods Tent/Yurt Camp

Camping here was such a lovely experience! Pamela was so kind and made sure we knew about all the amenities. The yurt was clean and very comfortable.

Eoghan

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Minglewood Camp

Amazing place. Cozy cabin with just enough comforts for the family. Will definitely return

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Sharon

October 2025

With pets

2 nights at Whitetail Ridge Farm

This is truly an amazing space. Offers multiple places to stay depending on your likes and dislikes. It’s relatively remote, however very peaceful surroundings. Made use of the water activities as well as visited many nearby towns. What a gracious hostess.

Landing-Looking from Communal Fire Pit out to entrance on country road. Stairs (hidden in this photo to the left) up to Barn and Communal Toilet Tent and Solar Shower Tent.

Michael

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

We booked the Landing for a short stay for traning seminar about 30 minutes away. We were greeted by Laurel shortly after we arrived. The site was nice and everything we needed. We didnt stay long enough to really enjoy the site but they had a table a chairs firepit with chairs and firewood availabe to use. Would absolutley reccomend staying there if your looking for a place in the Finger Lakes area.

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Morad

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

Staying at Mike’s and Laurel’s property was an amazing getaway! Close to great food and cute towns, less than 5 minutes from an amazing state park, and less than a half an hour away from Ithaca and some of the finger lakes! We also had an absolute riding Trial Motorcycles for the first time! I recommend the scavenger hunt to get familiar with the property and the Trial biking course. Looking forward to our next stay!

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Shaw

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Minglewood Camp

We had a great time everything was laid out perfectly. Also was given great instructions on everything that we needed and what to do. Will love to come back sometime soon.

Cassie

September 2025

With kids

2 nights at Minglewood Camp

What a great cabin! The inside had a wonderful hygge feel, and the wood stove is legit. Loved that the kitchen was outdoors, too. The best aspects were being able to let our dogs roam and explore as it was so peaceful and remote, yet a quick drive to our favorite FLX spots. Couldn't recommend Minglewood more highly!

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Ryan

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

Came again for Obstacle Course (see July review-tent at Hilltop). Great training with my border collie. My gal brought mountain bike this time to play. A good time for all. Highly recommend for training and fun to walk in evenings. First time renting Barn was awesome, just as described-better even. Several steps up from tent but still open-air. Thought about plugging in space heater (provided) but decided we didn't want to close up loft. Really nice at night. We were cozy enough in our sleeping bags just like our tent-but with futon mattress underneath us-and dry. Location near Rt. 38 wasn't issue for road noise for us. Description spot on about traffic 'not obnoxious' and I think muffled some by hillside trees too. Any traffic heard from road--just went along in a gentle rhythm -- like everything else here. Hosts are super accommodating in every way. Old school people who are there when you need 'em and leave you alone when you don't. The only possible drawback was being asked not to eat inside Barn. I'm a crackers-in-bed kinda guy- but I understand it- and appreciate what the Hosts do to keep critters and bugs out of Barn. Likely it ain't easy in this country setting- so no problem. The weather was a little damp outside but we built fire in the fire bowl and enjoyed warm supper just fine. It IS camping after all (!) my girl reminded me. Our dog of course was fine with the outside eating rule. Will be back again (and again) great place great hosts.

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Cathy

September 2025

With pets

2 nights at Minglewood Camp

We really enjoyed the cabin and the wood stove on the chilly nights. It was nice to not have travel with cookware. The woods and creek were peaceful.

Guy

September 2025

2 nights at Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

Mike and Laurel are awesome hosts. Great dark place for star gazing. I was up looking at late looking at the Milky Way. You Cant see that near a city. The cabin/shed was cool. Everything you need even a small fridge, flash light, water, outdoor faucet, sun heated shower and a place to charge phone. The outside looks like a resort. Got to see a green heron. Dont know about the WiFi but had great cell service. Don’t pass this by if you’re a camper. Way better than putting up a tent.

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Dominic

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tryals Park Camp & Obstacle Course

The Landing was awesome! Easy in and easy out and super, super spacious. Mike and Laurel were great and I would absolutely reccomend it to anyone looking for a spot. Will definitely be returning in the future.

Joanna

August 2025

With kids

3 nights at Minglewood Camp

Beautiful peaceful woods, cabin was amazing! My family already misses it. I LOVE the outdoor kitchen. That was my favorite part of the cabin. It rained so with the covered porch it was no big deal with cooking our meals. But also....what is more peaceful than listening to a good thunderstorm while you drift off to sleep? Love this place and Emma was super awesome as a host! Will make a trip back to this place in the future!

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MaryLee

August 2025

Group trip

2 nights at Minglewood Camp

I enjoyed being in the forest in a cozy cabin with an outdoor kitchen.