Long Point State Park RV & Campground Guide
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There are three parks called Long Point State Park in the state of New York: one on Lake Ontario, one on Lake Chautauqua, and one on Cayuga Lake. This description is about the one on Cayuga Lake. The park covers 297 acres and at the very tip of the point in the park, there is a small lighthouse to explore. Just the other side of Cayuga Lake, you'll find Watkins Glen, which used to hold the premier Formula One race in the United States. The track was closed in 1980 because of safety concerns, but there is a Grand Prix festival every year during either August or September, and this festival celebrates the town's racing history.
Nearby Cities:
Watkins Glen, NY
Ithaca, NY
Syracuse, NY
Auburn, NY
Spring 44-70 F
Summer 79-82 F
Fall 50-74 F
Winter 18-44 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Long Point State Park
There are no RV campsites of any kind in Long Point State Park.
Spruce Row Campground and RV Park
Spruce Row Campground and RV Park is a campground that’s located in Ithaca, which is slightly north of Long Point State Park. The campground has activities for children and adults, and quiet relaxation time is offered as well. One of the biggest draws of this campground is the large lake that can be found here.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Mini-golf, fishing pond, swimming pool, paddle boats, and playgrounds
Pinecreek Campground
Pinecreek Campground is another campground that you can find in this area, and it’s conveniently located so that you can easily travel to the different wineries in the area. There are plenty of activities that the entire family can enjoy with other campers, and there are a good number of trails that allow you to enjoy nature as well.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes; breed restrictions apply
Other amenities: Catch-and-release fishing pond, trout-stocked stream, swimming pool, volleyball court, basketball court, horseshoe pits, arcade, and playgrounds
Hejamada Campground
Hejamada Campground has full-hookup sites with either 30-amp or 50-amp connections on 85 acres of land. There's also a 3.5-acre pond, a recreation hall, and themed weekends that visitors can enjoy.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Swimming, fishing, horseshoes, miniature golf, and playgrounds
Waterloo Harbor Campground
Waterloo Harbor Campground is a very popular Finger Lakes campground that offers activities for all ages. The campground is located on the water, so there's plenty to do for those who love aquatic activities like fishing, kayaking, paddle boating, and more. You can even rent boats here that will allow you to go out on the water with your family if you’d like.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Fishing, boat rentals, volleyball, and laundry facilities
What to Do at
Long Point State Park
You can hunt in the designated areas during some seasons. You can take your boat out into Cayuga Lake, too, and fish either from your boat or on the shore. Hiking trails crisscross the park, and these double as snowshoe or cross-country skiing trails during the winter. There's a playground for your children and plenty of grills so that you can have a barbecue.
Long Point State Park is open from dawn to dusk, and when the park is open, you can visit the ranger station to learn about the area and the natural ecosystems within the park.
Inside Long Point State Park
When visiting this park, you'll be able to explore the lake, which provides gorgeous sunsets. There are 4.5 miles of trails within the park that are pretty easy to maneuver, making them ideal for inexperienced hikers. During the winter, cross-country skiing is permitted on these trails as well as the surrounding roads before they are plowed. The lake makes fishing and boating easy at this park, and since there's a boat-rental area, you don’t even have to worry about bringing your own vessel on your RV trip.
Hiking
There are 4.5 miles of trails through the park. These are flat, easy hikes that are also good for biking. Before setting out, check the weather report so that you can be prepared if the weather turns bad.
Flora and Fauna
The trees in Long Point State Park include beech, oak, maple, spruce, and poplar. The park is known as a haven for migrating birds. There are many species to see, including redstarts, harriers, and waxwings. During the autumn, owls and kestrels nest in the trees. Out over the water, you can see ducks, loons, scoters, and grebes. Even if you don't see one, you'll hear woodpeckers getting their dinner above you.
Fishing
Northern pike, gar, landlocked salmon, both common kinds of bass, and even gigantic sturgeon swim the waters of Cayuga Lake. The lake is up to 435 feet deep, so there are many more species of fish than you might think, including such rare catches as alewives. The trout in the lake will respond well to both flies and trolling baits.
Boating
Cayuga Lake is great for boating of all kinds even if you don't fish. Long Point State Park has four boat ramps. Just be sure to be back by the time the park closes. Remember to have your boat cleaned beforehand so that you don't accidentally bring any "aquatic hitchhikers" with you that might cause problems in the lake.
Swimming
The grass beach is rocky, but there is a marked swimming area with a diving float. During the summer, the water temperature is in the mid-70s. There are lifeguards present during the late spring and summer but not at other times. Without lifeguards, no swimming is permitted.
How to Get to
Long Point State Park
From Syracuse and all points east, drive west on Route 5. When you reach Auburn, take Route 326 west. It will bend to the south, so keep following Route 326 south. Route 326 will eventually reach State Route 90, which is not to be confused with the New York State Thruway. Drive south on State Route 90 until you reach Lake Road. There is a winery near the junction. Take Lake Road west, and it will bring you to Long Point State Park.
From Ithaca and all points south, drive north on Route 34 until you come to the crossroads with Route 34B. Turn west on Route 34B, and follow that until you reach State Route 90 in King Ferry. Turn west on State Route 90, which will take you to a junction with Lake Road. Follow Lake Road to Long Point State Park.
From points west of Cayuga Lake, such as Watkins Glen, drive east on Route 79 until you reach Ithaca, and then proceed from Ithaca as if you started there.
Entering Long Point State Park
The park entrance fee is $7.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Long Point State Park
Summer is the best time to visit Long Point State Park because the water is the warmest for swimming and the fishing in all parts of Cayuga Lake is at its peak. Winter is good if you like the snow and activities like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
The wildlife consists of many species of birds, including raptors and other birds of prey, songbirds, and waterfowl, some of which are migratory.
No, there are no camping facilities of any kind at Long Point State Park.
Reservations are not required to enter the park for day use, and other than the park entry fee, there is no cost to use any of the facilities at the park.
Yes, you are allowed to bring your pets to Long Point State Park. They must be on a leash that is no longer than 6 feet in length, and you must clean up after them. If you take a boat out, then you either must take your pet with you or leave your pet in your vehicle. Although you may bring your pets with you on your hike, they are not allowed in the buildings or on the playground unless they are service animals.