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Camping near Utica

Kayak the old Erie Canal or explore the foothills of the Adirondacks in this historic small city.

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Tilden Hill Farm

14 sites ¡ RVs, Tents155 acres ¡ Vernon, NY
Relax at Tilden Hill Farm its a 155 acre farm raising Black Angus Cattle it has been in the Brewer family for seven generations. Founded in 1798 by Josiah Brewer, the farm has served as a grist mill, chicken farm, cheese factory. We offer several types of site selection for your comfort. Choose from our private tent camping to relaxing RV sites. Our tent sites are quiet and scenic, just a quick walk down to the pond. Some of our sites you can park next to, but a few you will have to walk ~100 yards with your belongings. Tent sites have a porta-john and homemade outdoor shower for your enjoyment! Our RV sites have full hookups: water, electric and also a dump station.Once settled in, take a meandering walk through our 4 miles of walking trails or find your way down to our pond. Water activities are plentiful: fishing for bass, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, we accommodate it all!We look forward to seeing you at Tilden Hill Farm where you can "Experience a Family Tradition"
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Kasoag Lake

148 sites ¡ RVs, Tents23 acres ¡ Williamstown, NY
Located on 25 acres in Northern New York. Kasoag lake is a spring fed lake and feels like the Adirondacks. Minutes away from Salmon River Falls and connected to the local Oswego Countu ATV and Kasoag Trailblazerz trails. Come relax with us and make some memories here at beautiful Kasoag Lake……..
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Szaro Farm

1 site ¡ RV, Tent175 acres ¡ Utica, NY
Family farm since 1922.Beautiful woods with dramatic topography, a creek, a pond, fields and streams.Learn more about this land:Explore the creek. Hike the woods. Hang by the pond. Wander the fields. Do nothing. There is much to do - or not do - to relax, unwind, spend quality time with friends and family, or just yourself. This land is for true outdoors folks, who are eager for a raw, primitive experience in Upstate, New York! 
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R & B Acres

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Newport, NY
Let Renee and Bill welcome you to the beautiful Mohawk Valley on 10+ acres surrounded by farms, with spectacular views of the Adirondack foothills. Camp open field, pine grove or completely private orchard setting, all with beautiful mountain views. Only 1 1/2 miles from the Herkimer Diamond Mines. We are welcoming to LGBTQ+ campers, all ethnicities, live acoustic music and 420 friendly in private sites. Secluded, but less than a mile to Stewart's shop for essentials, and 10 miles to major shopping. Close to state parks, biking and hiking trails. Dogs welcome with an additional $10 fee. For a fee we have firewood and generator and tent rentals. Additionally, we have a deluxe equipped pop-up camper available for rent with electricity and running water in the pine grove. From inexperienced campers who might need assistance to experienced campers who just want seclusion, this is the place to be!
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Wonderland Forest

99 sites ¡ Tents300 acres ¡ La Fayette, NY
Wonderland Forest is located on 500 beautiful acres that overlook New York's Apple Valley. Camp Wonderland offers primitive camping sites. Home to the historic Rattlesnake Gulf and The Blue Hole, along with other waterfalls and watering holes. Spend your days exploring! In 2023 Wonderland Forest will host its 1st music events!
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Mohawk Valley Dairy Farm Living

4 sites ¡ Tents550 acres ¡ Frankfort, NY
Our Mohawk Valley Homestead was established by Dale's great grandfather in the late 1800s. Our family is the 4th generation to operate the dairy farm, which is home to 100 milk cows and their babies. Together with our family, we operate the farm 365 days of the year caring for our livestock. During your visit, we welcome you to partake in "life on the farm" and help us milk, feed, and harvest the food for our animals. Our farm is located in the Mohawk Valley which is full revolutionary war history. During your stay enjoy the wonders our community has such as a ride on the Erie Canal, visit to the baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, Omegang and the Saranac Brewery. We would love to share our farm with you and your family.
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Absolute Serenity

1 site ¡ RV, Tent100 acres ¡ Lyons Falls, NY
Learn more about this land:100 acres of wooded land to enjoy with trails and a creek. Large open area for RV parking or find a secure area and pitch a tent. Well water & generator available upon request (no electricity). Located across the street to miles of maintained ATV trails. Nights can be enjoyed with large campfires. Wake up to the roaming deer and wild turkeys. Plenty of firewood to be burned. Enjoy the Moose river 1/4 mile down the road or Brantingham Lake 6 miles away. Mountains can be climbed just 30 minutes away. Old Forge offers many attractions.
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West Canada Creek Farm

2 sites ¡ Tents115 acres ¡ Barneveld, NY
115 acres along the West Canada Creek. Great spots for fishing, swimming and or tubing down the river. Fishing just down the creek from the trophy waters of the West Canada Creek. Fields and woods for hiking. Also great for bird watching, have a grassy pond that is popular with various species of birds. Three islands in the West Canada Creek to explore. Stay in a lean-to overlooking the West Canada Creek or pitch a tent.
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indian hills

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents23 acres ¡ Redfield, NY
One 30amp and a 110v receptacle may be available for $10 extra per night. A small cabin with air mattress may also be available but please check availability first and bring your own bedding and linens. Don't forget the bug spray. In warmer weather the bugs can be quite brutal. Learn more about this land: This location receives approximately 300 inches of snow per year starting anytime around October through March. Site is available for camping from April or May through the first snowfall. Typically in late October or November. Seven miles South is the Redfield Reservoir with public boat launches great fishing swimming kayaking Etc. No animals allowed without prior permission and must have tick treatments.
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Camp Tree Top

1 site ¡ Lodging5 acres ¡ Hubbardsville, NY
Camp Tree Top is named after the beautiful views from the Trees at the top of our hill in Brookfield NY. We are located about 2 miles from 130 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails in the beautiful NYS Brookfield trail system. Hamilton (home of Colgate University) is an easy 6 mile drive.
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Blackberry Meadow

1 site ¡ Lodging150 acres ¡ Holland Patent, NY
Learn more about this land:PLEASE READY ENTIRE DESCRIPTIONA private little campsite in breathtaking upstate New York equipped with a beautiful 4 acre pond right on the property! Sit back and cast a lure, just be sure to bring your equipment as we do not provide any. Our site is located on 155 acres situated on a meadow. If you come at the right time, you can watch local farms in the field! We have made many improvements to our campsite this year! We upgraded our canvas tent and now offer a cabin! Our cabin has a queen bed with a coleman air mattress that can sleep 2. We do have a 5 person tent available for those that have more than 2 adults. There is plenty of room in the cabin for little ones that have sleeping bags or a twin air mattress. We also provide bedding for the queen bed. In the morning, you can sit in our nook inside the cabin to enjoy your coffee or take in the view from our platform which has our picnic table and additional seating. We offer a loo (portable toilet, just use the bags provided and properly dispose of them) as well as a sun shower. We are in the works of adding Shady Groove- a "Cool" place to hang during our hot months. Our favorite feature is our bridge that takes you to the pond for fishing! You will pass this on your way to the campsite, roughly a half mile walk to the pond near our residence. Upon arrival, you’ll have a complimentary jar of blackberry jam made from our own local blackberries as well as access to many of our yard games (jenga, yardzee, and much more!) Located just 30 minutes north of Utica, you will be a short drive from many local restaurants and shopping if sitting at the campsite is not your speed. Drive 40 minutes north to Old Forge, NY for some local shopping, a water park, and a local brewery and some hiking as well!
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Reflections Homestead

3 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Cold Brook, NY
I am Karl and with my wife Danielle together we own 10 acres of peacefully settled forest on the edge of over 10,000 acres of State Forest land. It is on a seasonal road. I have no registered address, but a small sign marks my access road as Jacob Lane. This is a tribute to my friends. The Amish that helped me build our off-grid cabin. It is very quiet here. My closest neighbor about a half mile away and I kind of like it that way. There are seasonal roads here that allow four wheelers that behave themselves to buzz by from time to time. The forest rangers and DEC officers that patrol here keep a tight rein on the forest and its preservation. We have one guest cabin and several places a tent or RV can park. There are no hookups. Water is a precious commodity here. We capture rainwater and filter what we drink and cook with. Please bring some potable water. We do have spring water available but it's a drive. We are currently working on a well so this may not be a permanent condition. I first came here about 15 years ago. I would like to try and see if others would enjoy what we have made our lives. Be alone or follow me on my daily adventures. I do like to talk and although I don't lie, stretching the truth is an artform I have perfected so be prepared. There is a state-run beach and picnic area about 3 minute drive away on the Hinkley Reservoir. We are about 15 to 20 minutes away from the Herkimer Diamond Mines. You can bike, hike, nature watch or just enjoy the peacefulness of the tree you chose to sit against. Down and ready firewood is everywhere if you want to bend over and pick it up. You can possess firearms on the property, but you may not discharge one without prior approval unless it's to save your life or that of another. There are places not far away that you can legally shoot and enjoy yourself. There are traditional outhouses on the property and for those that know how cat holing is allowed. Ask if unsure. No dumping tanks or portable toilets anywhere and that includes the outhouses. The state of New York has facilities at campgrounds that do a proper job with that type of waste. If you stop by, I will see you. If not go find what you seek and enjoy what has been created for everyone to pursue. Happiness. Peace be with you. Karl and Danielle
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Camping near Utica guide

Overview

Just 35 miles south of the Adirondacks, this small city is a gateway to central New York. With lakes, marshes, and the Erie Canal, Utica is fascinating for urban adventurers and families alike.

The Erie Canal hasn't run directly through Utica for nearly a century. Today, the paved-over waterway is the 13.5-mile Canalway Trail. The flat terrain makes for easy biking. The trail passes the Utica Marsh Wildlife Management Area, a nice spot for nature walks and birding.

The Mohawk River is also here, offering a watery view of the shore's shuttered factories and wildlife. To launch, take your canoe to Harbor Road near Genesee Street in Utica. You can also hop aboard an Erie Canal tour boat, with options from group kayaks to house boats. The guides are a great source of Erie history and can explain finer points like the canal's antique locks.

Kayakers can pitch tent at Lock 20 in Marcy, NY. The facilities have bathrooms and water, but the first-come, first-serve camping is quite small, so try to arrive early.

In nearby Rome, Delta Lake State Park sits on a peninsula jutting into the Delta Reservoir. A popular spot for fishing, the park has a boat launch and a sandy beach with lifeguards during the summer. The camp has spacious sites, some on the waterfront, and each comes with a picnic table and fire ring. The wooded grounds here are relatively flat, making for easy walking along the trails.

Pixley Falls State Park is a short drive from Delta Lake. The star of the park is the 50-foot tall waterfall. A hiking trail follows the streams uphill for deeper exploration.

The private campgrounds in the Adirondack foothills are great if you want a summer camp vibe. Close to Utica, these camps range from rustic cabins to RV parks and resorts. Several offer extras such as fishing ponds and swimming pools, plus amenities like Wi-Fi and laundry.

Utica is well-situated for day trips, with Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes both about 80 miles away. Less than an hour away, the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown is a must-see for sports fans.

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