The best cabin rentals near Utica, New York with fishing

If you're looking for a cabin camping experience near Utica, New York, with great fishing options, Hipcamp has over 460 options to choose from. Some of the top campsites are Underhill Forest and Farm (166 reviews), Hidden Chalet (109 reviews), and Minglewood Camp (105 reviews). You can expect an average price of $87 per night, with options as low as $25. Popular amenities include showers, pet-friendly accommodations, and trash service. While fishing is a popular activity, you can also enjoy wildlife watching, horseback riding, and exploring historic sites.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Utica

If you're looking for a cabin camping experience near Utica, New York, with great fishing options, Hipcamp has over 460 options to choose from. Some of the top campsites are Underhill Forest and Farm (166 reviews), Hidden Chalet (109 reviews), and Minglewood Camp (105 reviews). You can expect an average price of $87 per night, with options as low as $25. Popular amenities include showers, pet-friendly accommodations, and trash service. While fishing is a popular activity, you can also enjoy wildlife watching, horseback riding, and exploring historic sites.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Utica

1. Awe Inspiring Views Cabin & Tenting

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31mi from Utica · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging

Home of Alambria Springs Farm, HeartStone Artisan Bakery and Hope Springs Eternal Horse Sanctuary. From Dairy farm, to organic produce farm, to artisan bakery, to horse sanctuary as the land transitions to it's natural state of being. Awe inspiring views from our off grid sleeping cabin or tent site both located along the ridge. Nature abounds with many birds, butterflies, bees, deer, etc. Incredible sunsets, star gazing, crickets, and fireflies! We look forward to sharing this sacred spot on earth with you! Stay in our off grid cabin for a bit more luxury or pack your camping gear and hit the ridge with your tent! We look forward to seeing you soon!

2. Camp Benjamin

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28mi from Utica · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

This 9-Acre Permaculture farm project, which includes fruit & nut trees, annual and perennial gardens, chickens, vermiculture, rainwater catchment systems. Property offers walking trails, camping areas with fire pits. Seasonal Concerts & Events... Property is a Certified Wildlife Habitat.

3. Trailside Ranch Cabin Rentals

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43mi from Utica · 6 sites · Lodging

YOUR CABIN IS WAITING FOR YOU! TRAILSIDERANCH IS OPEN YEAR-ROUND. This family friendly 10 acre off the grid ranch is located inside the Adirondack Park. We are at the end of Partridgeville Road and the beginning of Paradise in beautiful Brantingham NY Trailside Ranch is surrounded by the pristine 76,000-acre Independence River Wild Forest Preserve. It is linked to 65 miles of Horse trails, hundreds of miles of Snowmobile trails and to the nearly 600 miles of ATV trails. If you are looking for the full wilderness experience, you can hike right from your cabin! We also offer on-site snowmobile rentals in the winter and S x S rentals in the summer. You can hire our local guide to explore the area or if you are comfortable with a map and directions, we can give you details of some amazing scenery to see. Ask us about our rentals if you are interested in this adventure. Your time here will be something your entire family will remember for a lifetime.

4. Gilbert Lake State Park

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168 sites · Laurens, New York

Spend a lazy day on the lake (or a busy day on the trails) in this woodsy upstate park.

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5. Green Lakes State Park

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139 sites · Fayetteville, New York

This upstate New York park has striking scenery and year-round adventure.

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6. Reflections Homestead

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16mi from Utica · 4 sites · Lodging

I am Karl and with my wife Danielle together we own 15 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, but we are an active homestead and work starts at 9am every day, we do our best to be considerate and ask the same from you. 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. Please bring some potable water. We do have spring water available but it's a drive. 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. 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. And a few other bodies of water to kayak and fish. We have Kayaks for use at an extra cost. 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

7. Hemlock Cabin

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41mi from Utica · 1 site · Lodging

Learn more about this land: Treehouse cabin supported by two mighty hemlocks and overlooking the creek. Heated by a wood stove in winter and very cool in the summer warmth. Cabin lullabied by water-rush white noise. Completely off grid and sun powered. Cooktop, fire pit and mini fridge available for food preparation and storage. Drinking water and shower are spring fed with a 200 gallon reserve for your stay. Propane water heater, beautiful bathroom vista. Queen sized loft bed accessed by a pull out ladder + sofa which can be used as a bed (albeit a bit narrower than a twin)

8. Bowman Lake State Park

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164 sites · Oxford, New York

Although far and few between, New York still has some hidden gems. And with its winding roads and dense forests, Bowman Lake State Park is considered one of them. The parks namesake, Bowman Lake, is 35 acres and is the center of pretty much all activity. And that’s a lot! You’ll find beach swimming, remarkable fishing (trout are regularly stocked), and several hikes, the most popular being a loop around the ol’ lake. Campgrounds are roomy, secluded, and shady--so if you aren’t feeling up for much, hanging out in a hammock by the fire is perfectly acceptable. With more than 650 wooded and wild acres, Bowman Lake State Park is well worth a visit.

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Public campgrounds near Utica

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Gilbert Lake Cabin Colony

36mi from Utica · 33 sites · in Gilbert Lake State Park

Green Lakes Cabin Colony

38mi from Utica · 7 sites · in Green Lakes State Park

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Bowman Lake Campground

48mi from Utica · 164 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bowman Lake State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Jill

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Awe Inspiring Views Cabin & Tenting

Such a beautiful property! Gracious hosts, it was the perfect get away.

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Marie

September 2025

1 night at Camp Benjamin

We only stayed one night but had a lovely time. Benjamin was very helpful and gave us great tips for hikes in the area. Definitely recommend!

The covered porch, chairs, firepit and picnic table are all just a few steps away from the cabin.

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Faith

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Awe Inspiring Views Cabin & Tenting

Truly such a serene space. Everything is set up for you to have a simple getaway. The loaf of bread was icing on the cake - pun intended! Thank you for being so kind and accommodating

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Weldon

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Reflections Homestead

Karl was an amazing host! My partner and I stayed here for a bike trip through the Adirondacks and Karl accommodated all of our needs and requests. The space was clean, welcoming, comfortable and I’ll definitely book another stay!

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Heidi

July 2025

1 night at Reflections Homestead

Great peaceful stay in a rustic cabin. Karl was very friendly and greeted me even though it was quite late. It was a little hard to find the place in the dark because he doesn't have an exact address, but there is a traffic cone marked HipCamp at the end of their driveway that was very helpful. Nice clean space and kind attention to detail of showing me how things worked and making sure I was all set. Their cabin being close felt nice as a solo traveler, but I imagine couples looking for a romantic stay might hope for more distance from their main cabin. I was comforted by the sounds of their watchdog and the stars were beautiful. If you're sensitive to laundry detergents with fragrance I would bring your own blanket to block that from getting on your clothing from the sheets.

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Emily

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Reflections Homestead

Karl is such a wonderful host, one of the kindest people I've met! The cabin was perfect, in an isolated spot, but still close enough to civilization if there was an emergency. It was cozy and had a ton of supplies like pots and pans, garbage bags, plastic cutlery, paper towels, a wash bucket. I appreciated the camp stove too! The fire pit was great and there was firewood there, along with kindling. The outhouse was super clean. Karl and I sat for a bit (after checking on me I invited him to, otherwise he gives you plenty of space!) and had an interesting conversation about life, which was great. There were also some barred owls at night, and he knew how to call to them. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Thanks for your hospitality Karl! 10/10 recommendation

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Brittany

July 2025

1 night at Reflections Homestead

Peaceful place! Karl greeted us upon arrival and had wood for us ready for a fire. Never did get a chance to meet Danielle though. Amazing stay!

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Mariya

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Hemlock Cabin

We spent two nights at this magical little house, and I think it’s the first time I’ve truly missed a place after leaving. Everything was thoughtfully crafted — you can feel the love and talent of the people who built it with their own hands. From the smallest kitchen details to the balcony overlooking the creek, and the shower with a floor-to-ceiling window facing the forest — it’s all just perfect. A huge thank you to the hosts for creating such a cozy and welcoming space. We’ll definitely be back! 💚💚💚

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Michael

May 2025

1 night at Camp Benjamin

The property is beautiful and the hosts were super hospitable, showed us around, gave recommendations about local food options and hikes, and offered us coffee in the morning. We stayed in the en-suite cabin and it’s small yet had small fridge and tv. Bed was comfortable and we appreciated how clean and unscented everything was.