The best big rig friendly campgrounds in Seneca Lake

Life slows down at Seneca Lake, the largest of the Finger Lakes. Check in to a lakeside campground or RV park, and spend your days cruising the lake, wine tasting along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, or relaxing at the lakefront picnic areas. Three state parks border the lake, providing plenty of biking and hiking trails, and Sampson State Park also has a boat launch and swimming beach. Spring through fall is the most popular camping season, but campgrounds at Seneca Lake Park stay open year-round, and Watkins Glen State Park also has cabin rentals for winter campers.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Life slows down at Seneca Lake, the largest of the Finger Lakes. Check in to a lakeside campground or RV park, and spend your days cruising the lake, wine tasting along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, or relaxing at the lakefront picnic areas. Three state parks border the lake, providing plenty of biking and hiking trails, and Sampson State Park also has a boat launch and swimming beach. Spring through fall is the most popular camping season, but campgrounds at Seneca Lake Park stay open year-round, and Watkins Glen State Park also has cabin rentals for winter campers.

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1. Hillside Haven

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10 sites · Tents, RVs · Trumansburg, NY

Hillside Haven is a small, private campground nestled in-between Cayuga and Seneca Lakes. 5 miles from the heart of Trumansburg, and 6 miles from the Seneca Wine Trail. The property borders over 1000 acres of National Forest. With 14 RV sites, we offer wifi , Electric with water, also dry camping, we do have a dump station. Full Hook Up will become available, site dependant, after June 15, 2025. *Not all sites will offer Full Hookup* There is a play set on site for our younger friends. Dogs welcome. Limit 2 per site and must be leashed at ALL times.

2. Junius Ponds Cabin and Campground

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58 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Phelps, NY

If you’re looking for a peaceful campground setting with a family-friendly atmosphere, and tons of activities, then Junius Ponds Cabins & Campground is the perfect spot for you! Join us by pitching a tent, renting a cabin, or by parking your RV. We’ve got sites you will fall in love with after just one stay that will make you want to start a family tradition. Whether you are just passing through or planning a vacation with us you will not be disappointed with your stay. We simply offer the best camping experience you can have within the Finger Lakes location, complete with camping amenities and a broad selection of camping activities. There is something to do for everyone, check out our activities for our different weekend events.

3. Lake Bluff Campground

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35 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Wolcott, NY

Nestled near the blue waters of Lake Ontario in northern New York, Lake Bluff Campground is a family-oriented Wayne County campground located just one mile from Chimney Bluffs State Park. Bring the whole family and truly get away from the push and pull of your everyday life! Whether you stay for a day, a weekend, a month, or longer, our Lake Ontario RV resort is the ideal place for your next family vacation, romantic weekend getaway, or family reunion. We have tent spaces and cabins available, as well. The campground offers your choice from a total of 140 open or wooded RV sites, including 6 pull-thru sites and 100 with full hook-ups. All sites include water and electric, and our full hook-up sites include water, electric, and sewer. All of our sites can accommodate double slideouts. We offer a separate, more wooded camping area, with water and electric (dump station available), and can accommodate up to 40′ units. Two of these sites offer 50-amp service! Many of our tenting guests prefer this area, as it is wooded and private. We also have cabin rentals for those who would like to leave all the gear behind! When you arrive at Lake Bluff Campground near Sodus Bay, you are going to wish you could stay forever! We have created a camping haven for you and your family – one where you will feel like you are among old friends! Our RV park has 53 short-term sites, 84 full hookup seasonal sites, 2 tent sites, & 4 cabins. Select “Check Availability” above to book online today!

4. Country Charm Campground

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82 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Middlesex, NY

We have large sites with 30 amp electric service, water, Limited open WiFi, and a dump station, along with honey wagon service. Other amenities include brand new bathrooms with private showers, a camp store, laundry facilities and a fully-equipped, wheelchair-accessible bathroom. You can also enjoy our well-stocked 5 acre pond with fishing dock. We have paddle boats and row boats for your enjoyment, disc golf, 100+ acres of hiking trails, and hay wagon rides. COME AND TRY OUR TWO NEW CABINS!

5. Hickory Hill Camping Resort

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148 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bath, NY

Plan your best trip ever in the beautiful New York Finger Lakes Wine Country! Hickory Hill Camping Resort is a beloved family owned and operated full amenity RV camping resort. Whether you like to set up your tent, park your travel trailer, or hook up your RV - we have got you covered! If you prefer a rental instead, choose a furnished cabin, cottage, or lodge for a home away from home; all with the luxury of your own bathroom. On Hickory Hill’s sprawling 215-acre property, you have access to recreational activities and facilities for every age and activity level. Whether you want to wind down or get pumped up, spend some time solo or meet like-minded travelers, we offer an accessible, safe, and fun environment for couples, families, and group travelers to choose their own adventure. Hickory Hill is more than a camping resort—it’s a gathering place. Join us for special events and themed weekends throughout the year. You can also host your own events, from birthdays to family reunions and weddings, here in the great outdoors. We offer the perfect base camp for exploring nearby attractions such as Watkins Glen, the Finger Lakes Trail, Glen Curtis Museum, Corning Museum, and award-winning wineries and breweries. Check out our website for additional information regarding amenities, calendar for themed weeks, and activities for all ages! Happy Camping!

6. Peaceful Private Campground

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3 sites · RVs · Penn Yan, NY

Private campground with 3 full hookup sites (book each separately, see below) on 10 acres of wooded property with winding Sugar Creek running through. Everything the Finger Lakes has to offer is close by! Wineries, breweries, hiking, fishing, boating, antiquing, shopping, historic sites, and charming small towns are just some of the little adventures you can experience. Keuka Lake State Park is only 4 miles away and we're in close proximity to the village of Penn Yan where you'll find any provisions you may need. Time slows down as you relax and experience what we like to call 'Camp Time'. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!The sites are grouped together so that you can do just that - go with a group! Also a great site to go solo. If you rent a site, the entire property is yours for that time frame. We would not rent to multiple unassociated groups during the same reservation time.**Of note, you will need a 50 amp plug to hook into our electricity**We're just beginning on our HipCamp journey. We're happy to work with you while we learn the ropes!

Stories from the community

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Evan

November 2025

23 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hillside Haven

Host was super helpful and kind. Great hiking trails and wonderful location. The playground was a nice bonus and the bathrooms and showers were clean.

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Kelly

October 2025

24 ft Class C

3 nights at Hillside Haven

We stayed during mid-week so campground was extra quiet. Restrooms are brand new and sites were well spaced. Camp host was accommodating and helpful.

Todd

October 2025

16 ft travel trailer

22 nights at Peaceful Private Campground

Bailee is a phenomenal host. Her communication goes above and beyond. An absolute pleasure to work with. This was our fourth time at the site. We keep coming back for so many reasons - the privacy, the tranquility, the well manicured site, the large space, the proximity to everything, the awesome fire pit….. . It’s extremely difficult to find another Hipcamp that is comparable.

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Courtney

October 2025

22 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at Hillside Haven

The spot was great, bathrooms and showers were clean. There was a problem with the water pressure in the AM but it was quickly fixed and the hosts personally let us know. Will be staying again!

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Phyllis

October 2025

23 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Hillside Haven

The campground only has about a dozen or so spots. It was a pleasant space. It was a good place to stay 20 minutes to Ithaca. Shower could be larger (clean enough). Good price we were left alone and we left satisfied.

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Megan

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hillside Haven

Really nice and clean campground! Beautiful sunrises and foggy fall morning views. Bathrooms were very clean!

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Lindsey

October 2025

35 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hillside Haven

I liked that it was quiet and conveniently located close to taughannock falls.

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Laura

September 2025

19 ft campervan

1 night at Junius Ponds Cabin and Campground

We enjoyed our site at junius ponds. It was further back in a more private wooded area. Easy access to the restrooms and showers. Both were very clean while we were there. Very friendly staff called to confirm when we booked a second night. They have a store and soft serve ice cream on site. Makes camping easy!

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Kelly

September 2025

22 ft Class B

With pets

2 nights at Hillside Haven

Our stay was great because the camp site was easy to access independently and it was clean, quiet and exactly what we expected! The young owners were eager to make everyone feel comfortable and satisfied with the bathrooms and showers (which were clean and comfortable with nice hot showers ) we walked our dogs in a beautiful field with mowed paths. Close to State Park and interesting day trips in the finger lakes! We will return!

Cheryl

September 2025

21 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Peaceful Private Campground

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Happy Hours. It was private, quiet, and peaceful yet close to coffee shops, hiking, restaurants, wineries, and breweries, etc. Our dogs enjoyed the property as well. We would definitely stay there again!!!

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Casey

September 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hillside Haven

What a peaceful little haven on a hillside! We had a wonderful weekend and would highly recommend. Rebecca helped us find the best site to camp with our tent and made sure our party of three sites were well situated. The bathrooms were lovely and clean. Highly recommend!

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Sandra

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Hillside Haven

Nice, clean small camp ground that was very relaxing and quiet. Nice sized sites. Perfect place to get away from city lights and noise but near all the Finger Lakes fun and adventure.

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Jason

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Peaceful Private Campground

very private and peaceful. Lots of wild rabbits greet in the morning and at night.

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Dan

August 2025

25 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hillside Haven

Was a nice and quiet campground. Lots of room to get the dogs out and enjoy the nice weather.

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Levi

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Country Charm Campground

Nice and quiet camp. Not too many people we just tent camped and had no problems.

Savanna

August 2025

27 ft travel trailer

1 night at Junius Ponds Cabin and Campground

We had a wonderful stay at Junius Ponds Campground! The sites were clean and well-kept. The location made it easy to explore the surrounding area, yet it still felt peaceful and relaxing. Amenities were well-maintained, and everything worked just as expected. We’d happily stay again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great campground experience.

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Gregory

August 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hillside Haven

Hidden gem! We'll be back. Good site for Bills backers too!

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Bob

August 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Hillside Haven

Very peaceful and quiet site. Clean bath house. Definitely recommend.

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Maryanne

August 2025

26 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Junius Ponds Cabin and Campground

Well maintained large campground with lots of seasonal units. As an overnighter, we were placed in the very back of the campground. It was beautiful and quiet. Lots of weekend activities going on with soft serve ice cream available in the camp store. 😋 Our WE site was only big enough for our 25’ motorhome which was fine. Bathrooms were a little walk away but immaculate.

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Vincent

August 2025

33 ft Class C

With pets

6 nights at Peaceful Private Campground

Beautiful private campsite with full hook ups. Camp host communicated very well and checked to confirm we got there and set up okay. We loved the area and enjoyed the vineyards, farms, and hiking in the area. We even did a hot air balloon ride in Ithaca. Very cool experience. We enjoyed the private and peaceful evenings at the campsite and by the fire.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best big rig friendly camping in Seneca Lake guide

Where to go

Cayuga and Owasco Lakes

East of Seneca Lake, adventurous campers can choose between walk-in sites or enjoy backcountry tent sites in the Finger Lakes National Forest. Hiking trails, wineries, and waterfalls dot the shores of Cayuga Lake. Neighboring Owasco Lake is a water sports hotspot, where boating, fishing, and water skiing are the main activities.

Onondaga County

Woodland tent camping, lakeside fishing, and a renowned craft beer scene await at the eastern edge of the Finger Lakes Region. Syracuse is the county’s largest city, but there are also plenty of ways to explore the outdoors. Cruise Skaneateles Lake by boat or kayak, discover tranquil fishing spots at Lake Otisco, or enjoy seasonal camping in Green Lakes State Park.

Western Lakes

To the west of the Finger Lakes region, the “little lakes” of Conesus, Hemlock, Canadice, and Honeoye are where to escape the crowds. Hike along forest trails, enjoy kayaking or fishing on the lakes in summer, or hit the ski slopes at Bristol Mountain in winter. Camping options are limited, but you’ll find cabins and full hookup sites at Conesus Lake, and plenty of choices around nearby Canandaigua Lake.

Lake Ontario

North of Seneca Lake, the Great Lake Ontario marks the border between New York State and Ontario, Canada. Rochester is the gateway to the lake, and state parks, beaches, and wetlands fringe the south shore. Go hiking in the Chimney Bluffs State Park, spot wildlife around the Lake Shore Marshes, or choose from various camping options around Sodus Bay or Port Bay.