The best safari tents in Finger Lakes

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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.

92% (29) 13 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Finger Lakes

Seneca Lake Brewing/The Beerocracy

1. Seneca Lake Brewing/The Beerocracy

77%
(13)
3 sites · Lodging · Rock Stream, NY
Stay with us right in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Seneca Lake Brewing Company & The Beerocracy Pub offers a unique experience, throwing guests back in time at our Turn Of The Century Tudor Style British Pub overlooking picturesque Seneca Lake. Enjoy Fine Cask Ales, Local wines, cocktails & mixed drinks on our deck or lawn area or one of the many events that we host throughout the year. Head out and explore some of the other 70+ wineries, 20+ breweries, distilleries, cheeseries & ice creameries that are on our doorstep. The region is home to countless waterfalls including the Watkins Glen State Park & Gorge along with a host of other available activities.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$59
 / night
Naturalists’ Campfire Collective

2. Naturalists’ Campfire Collective

100%
(3)
2 sites · Lodging · Ithaca, NY
Share in our Finger Lakes sanctuary! Set on 6 acres along the Enfield Creek and just a short drive from famous naturalist attractions in every direction, our land is shared with our fun-loving host family and guests at other sites. We’re far enough out of town to enjoy peace and quiet, yet close enough to access local culture, nature, and nightlife. Nearby Highlights & Local Adventures 1/2 mi: Dandy Gas & Dollar General (grab basic groceries or snacks) 8 mi: Ithaca Commons – local art, food, culture, and small shops 9 mi: Cornell University Campus 9 mi: Ithaca College Campus ~10 mi: Start of Seneca & Cayuga Lake Wine, Beer, and Spirits Trails 15 mi: Watkins Glen – charming town, world-famous racetrack, gorge trail 25 mi: Greek Peak Mountain Resort – winter snow sports, summer ropes course, indoor water park year-round Parks & Nature 4 mi: Robert H. Treman State Park – our favorite! Lower Treman for a short waterfall walk and swim; Upper Treman for scenic hikes and the historic Old Grist Mill. 7 mi: Taughannock State Park – flat year-round hike ending at a stunning waterfall; swim in the lake afterward. 8 mi: Buttermilk State Park – perfect stop for a hike or waterfall dip; shallow areas for littles. 10 mi: Finger Lakes National Forest – explore wild trails and forests. 9.3 mi: Cayuga Nature Center – wildlife exhibits and a 6-story treehouse!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$119
 / night
Water to Wine Glampground

3. Water to Wine Glampground

100%
(16)
6 sites · Lodging · Rushville, NY
My husband and I bought our camp property when our children were young, and our kids grew up there. Between frog-catching contests, paddle boats, picnics, dirt biking, bonfires, camp outs, and the occasional wedding it was our special getaway. Now that the kids are growing up and going out on adventures of their own, we decided it's time we share our little piece of heaven with others, and so here we are, meeting new people from all over the world, making new connections, and enjoying the opportunity to share this beautiful woodland and pond property that we've been blessed with. We'd love for YOU to come enjoy a stay at this whimsical, delightful, sacred place.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$160
 / night
NaturLuxe and Stars

4. NaturLuxe and Stars

100%
(1)
21 sites · Lodging · Watkins Glen, NY
That magical moment of ahh. The sudden connection with nature when you breathe in the fresh air and close your eyes to the warm sun. A closeness with nature and abundance of comfort. At NaturLuxe and Stars, we create unique outdoor resort experiences for our guests: perfectly, luxuriously appointed tents surrounded by nature, and indulgent guest services for a stay that is effortless and welcoming. Luxury outdoor resorts exquisitely, impeccably designed for those who revere both luxury and the outdoors.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$259
 / night
The Key to Happiness!

5. The Key to Happiness!

1 site · Lodging · Naples, NY
Many hiking trails nearby, wineries, restaurants with live music, Cummings nature Center is on our road, famous waterfalls at Grimes, Glenn, plus much more! 33 foot Jayco camper with fireplace, full kitchen, shower, master bedroom, spectrum, TV, and Internet, full stocked with everything you need. There is a brick patio with awning, two different fire pits, and a long driveway to fit multiple cars. Abundance of rare, songbirds, dear and wildlife! OK to park RVs for $249 for the weekend no electric or water campfires OK but take out your own garbage.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$99
 / night

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.

92% (29) 13 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Finger Lakes

Seneca Lake Brewing/The Beerocracy

1. Seneca Lake Brewing/The Beerocracy

77%
(13)
3 sites · Lodging · Rock Stream, NY
Stay with us right in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Seneca Lake Brewing Company & The Beerocracy Pub offers a unique experience, throwing guests back in time at our Turn Of The Century Tudor Style British Pub overlooking picturesque Seneca Lake. Enjoy Fine Cask Ales, Local wines, cocktails & mixed drinks on our deck or lawn area or one of the many events that we host throughout the year. Head out and explore some of the other 70+ wineries, 20+ breweries, distilleries, cheeseries & ice creameries that are on our doorstep. The region is home to countless waterfalls including the Watkins Glen State Park & Gorge along with a host of other available activities.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$59
 / night
Naturalists’ Campfire Collective

2. Naturalists’ Campfire Collective

100%
(3)
2 sites · Lodging · Ithaca, NY
Share in our Finger Lakes sanctuary! Set on 6 acres along the Enfield Creek and just a short drive from famous naturalist attractions in every direction, our land is shared with our fun-loving host family and guests at other sites. We’re far enough out of town to enjoy peace and quiet, yet close enough to access local culture, nature, and nightlife. Nearby Highlights & Local Adventures 1/2 mi: Dandy Gas & Dollar General (grab basic groceries or snacks) 8 mi: Ithaca Commons – local art, food, culture, and small shops 9 mi: Cornell University Campus 9 mi: Ithaca College Campus ~10 mi: Start of Seneca & Cayuga Lake Wine, Beer, and Spirits Trails 15 mi: Watkins Glen – charming town, world-famous racetrack, gorge trail 25 mi: Greek Peak Mountain Resort – winter snow sports, summer ropes course, indoor water park year-round Parks & Nature 4 mi: Robert H. Treman State Park – our favorite! Lower Treman for a short waterfall walk and swim; Upper Treman for scenic hikes and the historic Old Grist Mill. 7 mi: Taughannock State Park – flat year-round hike ending at a stunning waterfall; swim in the lake afterward. 8 mi: Buttermilk State Park – perfect stop for a hike or waterfall dip; shallow areas for littles. 10 mi: Finger Lakes National Forest – explore wild trails and forests. 9.3 mi: Cayuga Nature Center – wildlife exhibits and a 6-story treehouse!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$119
 / night
Water to Wine Glampground

3. Water to Wine Glampground

100%
(16)
6 sites · Lodging · Rushville, NY
My husband and I bought our camp property when our children were young, and our kids grew up there. Between frog-catching contests, paddle boats, picnics, dirt biking, bonfires, camp outs, and the occasional wedding it was our special getaway. Now that the kids are growing up and going out on adventures of their own, we decided it's time we share our little piece of heaven with others, and so here we are, meeting new people from all over the world, making new connections, and enjoying the opportunity to share this beautiful woodland and pond property that we've been blessed with. We'd love for YOU to come enjoy a stay at this whimsical, delightful, sacred place.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$160
 / night
NaturLuxe and Stars

4. NaturLuxe and Stars

100%
(1)
21 sites · Lodging · Watkins Glen, NY
That magical moment of ahh. The sudden connection with nature when you breathe in the fresh air and close your eyes to the warm sun. A closeness with nature and abundance of comfort. At NaturLuxe and Stars, we create unique outdoor resort experiences for our guests: perfectly, luxuriously appointed tents surrounded by nature, and indulgent guest services for a stay that is effortless and welcoming. Luxury outdoor resorts exquisitely, impeccably designed for those who revere both luxury and the outdoors.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$259
 / night
The Key to Happiness!

5. The Key to Happiness!

1 site · Lodging · Naples, NY
Many hiking trails nearby, wineries, restaurants with live music, Cummings nature Center is on our road, famous waterfalls at Grimes, Glenn, plus much more! 33 foot Jayco camper with fireplace, full kitchen, shower, master bedroom, spectrum, TV, and Internet, full stocked with everything you need. There is a brick patio with awning, two different fire pits, and a long driveway to fit multiple cars. Abundance of rare, songbirds, dear and wildlife! OK to park RVs for $249 for the weekend no electric or water campfires OK but take out your own garbage.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$99
 / night

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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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