Camping reservations can be made up to 9 months in advance. Sites become available at the 9-month window at the following times:
March 15 - Labor Day: 8AM Monday - Friday, 9AM Saturday & Sunday.
Day after Labor Day - March 14: 9AM Monday - Friday, 9AM Saturday & Sunday.
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WATKINS GLEN STATE PARK, NY
Book a Site at WATKINS GLEN STATE PARK, NY
** Arrival dates earlier than the online-reservation-window may also be available at the facility.
*** Some sites may be available only from the campground on a first-come-first-served basis.
**** Some sites may be available only from the campground. Call the park to check availability.
Description
Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade. Rim trails overlook the gorge. Campers and daytime visitors can enjoy the Olympic-size pool, modern playground, scheduled summer tours through the gorge, tent and trailer campsites, picnic facilities, and excellent fishing in nearby Seneca Lake or in Catherine Creek, which is renowned for its annual spring run of rainbow trout.
Geography:
Watkins Glen State Park is located in the village of Watkins Glen, at the south end of Seneca Lake, in Schuyler County.
Recreation:
Considered a flagship facility, visitors can enjoy near by fishing, picnicking, modern playground, hiking, camping, hunting, and swimming in our Olympic sized & kiddie pool. There are 19 waterfalls on the Gorge Trail.
Facilities:
The park offers 305 campsites with restrooms, hot showers, dumping stations and firewood for sale. Other offered amenities include food concessions, gift shops, rental pavilion, picnic tables & grills, playing fields, an Olympic sized swimming pool & kiddie pool, modern playgrounds, scenic views, and 19 waterfalls.
Nearby Attractions:
Nearby state parks include Robert H. Treman State Park, Buttermilk Falls State Park, Sampson State Park, Taughannock Falls State Park, and Lodi Point State Park. Other attractions are Watkins Glen International Racetrack, Corning Museum of Glass, Seneca Lake Wine Trail
Cabin
Fri Sep 20 2024 - Thu Jun 19 2025Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.
Campsite
Fri Sep 20 2024 - Thu Jun 19 2025Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.
Pavilion
Thu Oct 03 2024 - Tue Aug 19 2025Reservations must be made 14 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.
Watkins Glen State Park - 2024 Camping Season
Campsites & Cabins: Friday, May 17, 2024 - Sunday, October 13, 2024
Watkins Glen State Park - 2025 Camping Season
Campsites & Cabins: Friday, May 16, 2025 - Sunday, October 12, 2025
Season Schedule
- Baseball/Softball Fld
- Basketball Net/Court
- Dump Station
- Hiking
- Ice
- Interpretive Programs
- Parking
- Pavilion
- Picnic Tables
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Recreation Programs
- Restroom
- Showers
- Swimming - Pool
- Water Fillup Station
- Antiquing
- Biking
- Boat Launch
- Boat Rental
- Boating
- Canoe Rental
- Canoeing
- Convenience Store
- Cultural Activities
- First Aid Station
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Paddle Boat Rentals
- Paddle Boating
- Restaurant
- Sail Boating
- Shopping
- Swimming - Beach
42.36861, -76.90111
42°22'7"N, 76°54'4"W
For the pool, camping, and picnic areas, please use the South Entrance: 3530 State Route 419, Watkins Glen NY 14891
607-535-4511
Mailing Address:
WATKINS GLEN STATE PARKP.O. BOX 304
WATKINS GLEN NY 14891