The best family-friendly campgrounds near Rochester, New York

Looking to go camping near Rochester, New York? Hipcamp has over 150 family-friendly camping options in the area, with prices starting as low as $30 per night. Some popular campsites with great reviews include ZiegenVine Homestead (230 reviews), Waterfall Creek (197 reviews), and Stargazing Field at Olga Farm (135 reviews). These campsites offer amenities such as potable water, campfires, and showers. You can enjoy activities like horseback riding, hiking, and climbing during your camping adventure. So pack your gear and get ready for a memorable outdoor experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Rochester

1. Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

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46mi from Rochester · 2 sites · RVs

FULL HOOKUP site, 30, 50, 110 electric, WIFI, SEWER For hook-up or dump NOTE: THERE IS NO POTABLE WATER OR WATER HOOK-UP FROM 11/1/25-04/15/26. - LARGE DRIVEWAY ENTRANCE - LEVEL PARKING on pad - FIRE PIT Local firewood is for sale in the area- WE DO NOT PRIVIDE FIREWOOD This is a perfect area for fishing, kayaking, bicycling, kite flying, hiking, wine trailing or relaxing. Enjoy the well-maintained fire pit in the Adirondack chairs. Sunrise and sunset are spectacular here and stargazers will be delighted with the expansive views. Amish carriages and work horses are common sites. Park however it suits you for getting the best views. It's easy to back in or out with big rigs and trailers from the quiet road . The driveway entrance is extra large. There's plenty of space for a boat, trailer or second vehicle. YOST RIDGE is located between Cayuga Lake and Seneca Lakes ("Trout fishing capital of the World") in the Finger Lakes wine country, and is just a short distance from numerous wineries; Swedish Hill, Knapp Vineyards, Three Brothers, Thirsty Owl, Ventosa, Buttonwood Grove, and Hosmer wineries. Also located nearby are the National Women's Hall of Fame, and many state parks, including Cayuga Lake State Park, Seneca Lake State Park, Taughannock Falls State Park, Watkins Glen State Park, Buttermilk Fall State Park, within short distances of this site. Two boat launch sites a few miles away.

Looking to go camping near Rochester, New York? Hipcamp has over 150 family-friendly camping options in the area, with prices starting as low as $30 per night. Some popular campsites with great reviews include ZiegenVine Homestead (230 reviews), Waterfall Creek (197 reviews), and Stargazing Field at Olga Farm (135 reviews). These campsites offer amenities such as potable water, campfires, and showers. You can enjoy activities like horseback riding, hiking, and climbing during your camping adventure. So pack your gear and get ready for a memorable outdoor experience!

99% (105)

Top-rated campgrounds near Rochester

1. Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

97%

(121)

46mi from Rochester · 2 sites · RVs

FULL HOOKUP site, 30, 50, 110 electric, WIFI, SEWER For hook-up or dump NOTE: THERE IS NO POTABLE WATER OR WATER HOOK-UP FROM 11/1/25-04/15/26. - LARGE DRIVEWAY ENTRANCE - LEVEL PARKING on pad - FIRE PIT Local firewood is for sale in the area- WE DO NOT PRIVIDE FIREWOOD This is a perfect area for fishing, kayaking, bicycling, kite flying, hiking, wine trailing or relaxing. Enjoy the well-maintained fire pit in the Adirondack chairs. Sunrise and sunset are spectacular here and stargazers will be delighted with the expansive views. Amish carriages and work horses are common sites. Park however it suits you for getting the best views. It's easy to back in or out with big rigs and trailers from the quiet road . The driveway entrance is extra large. There's plenty of space for a boat, trailer or second vehicle. YOST RIDGE is located between Cayuga Lake and Seneca Lakes ("Trout fishing capital of the World") in the Finger Lakes wine country, and is just a short distance from numerous wineries; Swedish Hill, Knapp Vineyards, Three Brothers, Thirsty Owl, Ventosa, Buttonwood Grove, and Hosmer wineries. Also located nearby are the National Women's Hall of Fame, and many state parks, including Cayuga Lake State Park, Seneca Lake State Park, Taughannock Falls State Park, Watkins Glen State Park, Buttermilk Fall State Park, within short distances of this site. Two boat launch sites a few miles away.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Harry

November 2025

19 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Very easy to get to. Flat and the fact that it had power, water and a dump! Great views and in the middle of wineries, cheese etc..,

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Ann

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

We loved this private rural space! The well water was delicious, and having cows and sheep and turkeys on our road made taking a walk so interesting! It was easy to get to Ithaca and Watkins Glen. Dawn, our host was very responsive and helpful. We even had wifi!

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KEVIN

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Very large, flat, grassy area for boondocking. As advertised, in the middle of farmland and homesteads along a very dark and quiet country road. Definitely would camp here again.

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John

October 2025

29 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Dawn's property is very nice. Close to wineries and the lakes. A great place to base out of for some wine tasting or fall foliage viewing. It's our third visit and won't be our last.

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Dave

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

We spent 5 wonderful days at Yost Ridge! After a couple nights at crowded state park campgrounds on the way out to the Finger Lakes, it was nice to be in a quiet space with great views. The site is also centrally located with Seneca Falls and Geneva just a few minutes away and Ithaca and Watkins Glenn 30-45 minutes driving distance. There is so much to do in that area. We could get in a hike or two in the morning, visit a winery in the afternoon and finish off the day with ice cream before heading back to the campsite

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Patricia

September 2025

34 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Yost Ridge was easy to find and had plenty of space for our 5th wheel and truck. It was located near a farm which offered cheese tasting and live music on the weekend. There is a nice bike path along the river. We went back the next day and took our kayaks thru the lock. Will definitely stay again when in the area. Thanks again for a wonderful stay.

Tom

September 2025

32 ft fifth wheel

2 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Except for it being a little tight for a 32 foot 5th wheel with 3/4 ton truck, the place was perfect.

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Gianna

September 2025

31 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

We loved the privacy this hipcamp has to offer— exactly what we look for when we are staying with our pets. It was incredibly easy to pull in, set up and pack out. A revisit spot for sure!

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Tori

September 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Perfect spacious and peaceful little spot for home base while exploring all the things the lakes have to offer. WiFi worked great, all the hook ups and the concrete pad were great too. Would definitely stay here again.

michele

August 2025

27 ft travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

The views from Yost Ridge are amazing. Richard kindly helped us position our RV to best capture the views. The site, while between 2 houses, was spacious and well maintained. We would happily return again.

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Warren

August 2025

25 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Nice stay, amazing view. Was very peaceful. We really enjoyed our time there. Close to all of the Winerys and 10 min from town of you need anything.

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Carroll

August 2025

23 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

This was a beautiful and relaxing spot. The sunsets were great and the breeze was amazing! The neighbors dogs were really only out while we set up and broke down camp. And they have a cute goat! 😊 Very nice host. Would recommend

Christine

August 2025

42 ft fifth wheel

4 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Very nice large lot with full hookups, overlooking huge crop fields. Hosts commuted well. Nice firepit area but unfortunately we never took time to use. The only problem the barking dogs at neighbor next door - they tried to keep quiet. This no fault of our camp hosts.

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Terry

July 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

This is my second time out at the campsite. I think it was even better than the first! It’s such a lovely piece of land in a beautiful part of the state. It’s quiet and you have so much all to yourself. There is a big beautiful tree that gives you lots of shade and the amenities are top-notch. I can see myself coming back here after year.

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jaclyn

July 2025

34 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

We loved camping at Yost Ridge. The property was well maintained. Well water was delicious as described. Neighbors had dogs, only really barked upon arrival and departure. Saw quite a few horse and buggies. Centrally located near wineries, cheese tastings, state parks.

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Deborah

July 2025

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

The site was on a beautiful ridge and was quiet and peaceful.

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DELETED

July 2025

25 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

Had a wonderful stay at Dawn’s place.. host was very friendly and made me feel right at home. Site was great with a fantastic view and easy hookups.. nice and level and felt very safe and comfortable.. highly recommended 😊👍🏻

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Michael

July 2025

40 ft Class C

With pets

4 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

We had a great experience at Yost Ridge. Great views of hills and farms. Very close to countless vineyards along with Geneva and Seneca Falls.

View from the back of the site near the chairs and fire pit

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Mikaila

July 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

This site is beautiful! The views are gorgeous and everything is very close by. We loved visiting the local Montezuma wildlife refuge and doing the scenic drive. Amazing place if you like birding! We also of course visited several wineries. Couple of things to know you if you are staying. Parking on the pads makes it challenging to use the water, sewage and electricity. Dawn was great though and said to park however comfortable so we parked parallel to the road. If you don’t plan to use the hookup options or if you have really long cords then you should be good. Otherwise parking parallel is perfect for hooking up and still having great views! I think it’s mentioned in the other reviews too but the neighbors are pretty close to the site. However they never bothered us at all. We would 100% stay again - our dogs LOVED the land and the nature walk. Great site!!!

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Alissa & Andy

July 2025

38 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Yost Ridge in the Finger Lakes

What a fantastic little place to spend the night on our way to New England! Quiet, full hookups, great views. We're already thinking about a longer trip to spend more time in wine country.