Camping in the Finger Lakes, New York

Kelly Herdrich
Travel to the Finger Lakes region of New York should be filled with wine tastings, exploration, and fine dining. With all that extravagance, travelers looking to save money on their stay might be interested in utilizing a Finger Lakes campground. With campgrounds offering waterfront accommodation, a stay at a Finger Lakes campground might be just what you are looking for.

Cool-Lea Camp on Cayuta Lake
Open from mid-May to mid-October, the Cool-Lea Camp is a family-friendly campground on Cayuta Lake in the Odessa, New York area of the Finger Lakes. With holiday activities and a convenient location near Watkins Glen State Park, Cool-Lea Camp offers cabins, a rental cottage, and RV facilities. They also boast a playgound, waterfront access, and a boat ramp. With weekly prices from $120-240 depending on your requirements, Cool-Lea Camp is a Finger Lake Campground that travelers won't want to miss.

Camp Bell Campground in Corning, New York
Families who require a bit more entertainment than is offered at Cool-Lea Camp might be interested in staying at the Camp Bell Campground in Corning. This Finger Lakes campground also offers RV and tent facilities, as well as rental trailers and cabins. Their rates are comparable to those at Cool-Lea, and they even offer a Pavilion with television for rainy days, a heated pool, and WI-fi Internet access. Pets are welcome, too! Camp Bell Campground is a great location for exploring Watkins Glen and Corning.

Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort in Bath, New York
A family-friendly campground in the southern Finger Lakes region, Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort offers everything families might need in a central location. They offer fax and Internet access, coaching, mini-golf, and a game room on site, as well as spa treatments, a store, and swimming pools. They offer RV and tent facilities, and also rent cabins, cottages, and lodges. Hickory Hill Family Camping Ground is only slightly more expensive than the other options listed above, but does offer reasonably priced monthly and seasonal rates.

A Finger Lakes campground is a wonderful alternative to a traditional hotel accommodation in this beautiful region. Save money on your room, and leave more for exploration and wine tasting!

Resources:
Cool-Lea Camp; http://www.coolleacamp.com
Camp Bell Campground; http://www.campbellcampground.com
Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort; http://www.hickoryhillcampresort.com

Published by Kelly Herdrich - Featured Contributor in Health & Wellness, Travel and Lifestyle

Kelly has a bachelor s degree in elementary education, raises three young daughters, and recently returned from three years living and traveling overseas. Since beginning her freelance writing career, Kelly...  View profile

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  • jcorn5/19/2008

    I really like the way you made this one reader friendly. It was a pleasure to read and full of the details I'd want to know before visiting the areas.

  • Carol Wilkins5/5/2008

    Sounds great for campers!

  • Lenora Murdock5/5/2008

    These sound like some great campgrounds!

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