Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Amherst, NY
Amherst, NY, located in the western part of New York state, offers a variety of camping options that are perfect for outdoor lovers. Nearby, the expansive Niagara Falls State Park provides a picturesque camping experience, with tent and RV sites located near one of the world’s most famous natural wonders. For those seeking wooded retreats, the Adirondack Mountains offer tranquil campgrounds nestled among dense forests, ideal for hiking, fishing, and canoeing. Further south, Allegany State Park provides a peaceful atmosphere with its rolling hills, scenic lakes, and opportunities for both dispersed and developed camping. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway by the falls or a more rugged mountain adventure, Amherst offers the perfect base for exploring western New York’s outdoor beauty.
Shenango Rec Area in Mercer County is located 40 min northeast of Youngstown, OH with an elevation of 892 feet. Shenango Rec Area is rated 3.8 stars from 250 reviews. There are a total of 328 campsites including 137 boat sites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 199 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 114 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $34.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, sports, floating sports.
Kelly Pines Campground is located in the Marienville Ranger District, Allegheny National Forest (1 hr 23 min south of Jamestown, NY) with an elevation of 1,468 feet. There are a total of 7 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to mid December. 2 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $25.00. Activities include horseback riding.
Potomac Group is located in the Hector Ranger District, Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests (just 28 min west of Ithaca, NY) with an elevation of 1,879 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Geneva Campground is part of Geneva State Park in Ohio (35 min northeast of Mentor, OH) with an elevation of 589 feet. There are a total of 117 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 130 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 38 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 72 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $23.00 to $45.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, playground, swimming, fish cleaning station, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
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