The best tiny home rentals in Allegheny Reservoir

Spanning more than 12,000 acres across New York and Pennsylvania, the reservoir, along with the surrounding Allegany State Park, Allegany Reservation, and the Allegheny National Forest, form one of the largest outdoor recreation complexes in the northeast. It’s a prime destination for water recreation, including swimming, paddling, boating, fishing, and flat water windsurfing, while hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling trails surround the area. Numerous camping options let you camp waterside, in the backcountry, or in the woods, and span primitive tent-only sites, RV sites with hookup, rustic cabins, and cozy cottages.

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1. Campground Adventures

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42 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · NY

Pitch your tent, bring your RV camper or stay at one of our glamping sites at Campground Adventures and stay next to the Ischua Creek. Bring your kayak/canoe and fishing pole and enjoy the adventure. At your site you will have access to water connection and 20/30 Amps service. Each site will have a picnic table and a fire ring. Outdoor communal kitchen, just steps away from your accommodation. Equipped with a Weber propane grill, Blackstone griddle, fridge/freezer, hotplate, drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster, waffle maker, and a range of dishes, pots, pans, and utensils, it's the perfect space for preparing meals. Our bathhouse is located within a short walking distance of your site. There are hot showers, a changing area, and flush toilets.

2. Camp On Rushford Lake

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2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Rushford, NY

Rushford Lake! Fishing! Boating! Kayaking! The boat launch is about 300' from site. See the Rushford Lake Recreation District website for rules. You can park your pop-up/small camper or bring your tent. Bring your kayak, canoe or boat or you can rent kayaks from us at checkout. For our 2nd site, we offer a new built rustic structure as well (10'x10' interior)--see the photos. There's room to park your boat or jet ski trailer as well as your boat trailer. Running water bathroom at "bathhouse". Cold only for the time being. We are on 37 acres, but this is a working cattle farm, so there is a designated area for you to setup camp. Please stay out of the pastures. You will be situated near the cows. Check out nearby Moss Lake, or some of the other nearby small lakes. Genesee River access site in Caneadea is 3 miles down the road and Letchworth State Park is 19 miles/24 minute ride North and on Route 19. Hikers...can explore the nearby state lands and the greenway trail is 3 miles down the road.

Spanning more than 12,000 acres across New York and Pennsylvania, the reservoir, along with the surrounding Allegany State Park, Allegany Reservation, and the Allegheny National Forest, form one of the largest outdoor recreation complexes in the northeast. It’s a prime destination for water recreation, including swimming, paddling, boating, fishing, and flat water windsurfing, while hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling trails surround the area. Numerous camping options let you camp waterside, in the backcountry, or in the woods, and span primitive tent-only sites, RV sites with hookup, rustic cabins, and cozy cottages.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Campground Adventures

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42 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · NY

Pitch your tent, bring your RV camper or stay at one of our glamping sites at Campground Adventures and stay next to the Ischua Creek. Bring your kayak/canoe and fishing pole and enjoy the adventure. At your site you will have access to water connection and 20/30 Amps service. Each site will have a picnic table and a fire ring. Outdoor communal kitchen, just steps away from your accommodation. Equipped with a Weber propane grill, Blackstone griddle, fridge/freezer, hotplate, drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster, waffle maker, and a range of dishes, pots, pans, and utensils, it's the perfect space for preparing meals. Our bathhouse is located within a short walking distance of your site. There are hot showers, a changing area, and flush toilets.

2. Camp On Rushford Lake

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2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Rushford, NY

Rushford Lake! Fishing! Boating! Kayaking! The boat launch is about 300' from site. See the Rushford Lake Recreation District website for rules. You can park your pop-up/small camper or bring your tent. Bring your kayak, canoe or boat or you can rent kayaks from us at checkout. For our 2nd site, we offer a new built rustic structure as well (10'x10' interior)--see the photos. There's room to park your boat or jet ski trailer as well as your boat trailer. Running water bathroom at "bathhouse". Cold only for the time being. We are on 37 acres, but this is a working cattle farm, so there is a designated area for you to setup camp. Please stay out of the pastures. You will be situated near the cows. Check out nearby Moss Lake, or some of the other nearby small lakes. Genesee River access site in Caneadea is 3 miles down the road and Letchworth State Park is 19 miles/24 minute ride North and on Route 19. Hikers...can explore the nearby state lands and the greenway trail is 3 miles down the road.

Stories from the community

Coby

May 2025

With pets

3 nights at Camp On Rushford Lake

It was a great stay! Very peaceful, close to the lake. Right across from the boat launch, too!! Gillian offered me a grill to use as well as a cot for my friend! The cabin was neat, and clean. Seems brand new! Very cozy feel. It was also nice interacting with the Cows in the field next to us. The pups were very curious. There was also several nice yard chairs for use as well as a table with an umbrella. Would certainly stay again when I’m back in the area.

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Drizzy69drew

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Camp On Rushford Lake

Had a wonderful time the owner went above and beyond to make my weekend great I even got my car stuck (not there)and she came to help pull me out the views were amazing and was so peaceful

Other options in and near Allegheny Reservoir

Allegheny River Campground

129 sites · Roulette, PA

Nestled in the heart of North Central Pennsylvania, Potter County stands out as a pristine wilderness, offering an unparalleled camping experience. This region is renowned for its unspoiled landscapes and is perfect for stargazers, boasting some of the darkest skies on the East Coast. Adventure awaits along the Allegheny River, where visitors can indulge in a variety of river sports, including river tubing, fly fishing, and stocked fishing opportunities. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the scenic drive along Historic Route 6, which leads to the breathtaking vistas of “Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon.” For those lucky enough to explore the area, the chance to spot a majestic wild elk herd adds to the allure of this untouched paradise. With its combination of natural beauty and outdoor activities, Potter County is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a true escape into nature.

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Where to go

Allegany State Park

On the north end of the reservoir, Allegany State Park offers 65,000 acres of rare, old growth forest, two lakes, and rugged terrain with plenty of trails for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling. Two developed areas—Quaker and Red House—offer more than 300 campsites, 350 cabins (142 winterized), and eight cottages. Amenities include swim beaches, playgrounds, playing fields, boat and bike rentals, and boat launches. Just west of the state park, in the Enchanted Mountains of New York, Onoville Marina Park offers nearly 100 seasonal and transient camping sites, some right along the shores of the reservoir.

Allegany Indian Reservation

The northwestern part of the reservoir is surrounded by the Allegany Reservation of the Seneca Nation of Indians, which also includes several towns, the city of Salamanca, and the Seneca-Allegany Casino. Campers can stay at the Highbanks Campground, across the reservoir from Allegany State Park’s Quaker Area. Options include tent sites and RV sites with water and 30-amp electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits, along with spacious cabins and chalets, and amenities that include a boat launch, pool, picnic areas, and playground.

Allegheny National Forest

A mecca for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, the forest features 10 developed campgrounds. Willow Bay, Dewdrop, Kiasutha, and Red Bridge are the closest to the reservoir, and together offer more than 400 tent sites, RV sites, and rustic cabins. Most sites include picnic tables and fire rings, while many RV sites offer hookups and a dump station. For the best views, book a waterfront site or stay at a boat-in campground, such as Hopewell, Pine Grove, or Hooks Brook. With more than 500,000 acres, there’s plenty of space for dispersed camping.