This is a very nice, well maintained state park. There is an open area that provides a wonderful view of Lake Ontario for all visitors to enjoy. There are 3 loops lakeside with many sites having lake views. On the other side of the main road are 3 more loops designated as pet loops. Only 5 of any of the sites in the pet loops had any visibility of the water at all. The rest were all tucked back into the woods or way back into a more open area: seemed a bit unfair. There were several cleared trails for hiking and one that followed the waterfront which is all boulders. While we didn't hike throught the entire park, I never found a spot that would have been practical for fishing and there is a big sign that says 'No Fish Cleaning', so don't know what you would do had you caught anything anyway. This park is more of a spot to set up and enjoy the scenery. They offer a few playgrounds for kids and a recreation center and store. I will return as it does offer a nice spot to just put your feet up and relax.

If you are looking for a place to “Get away from it all” then this is it! Tucked neatly into the northern part of Allegheny National Forest, Willow Bay is just south of the New York State border and easily accessible from NY 86/17 Southern Tier Expressway. We spent Memorial Day weekend on site #64 in Hemlock Loop which was a level paved pad set above a rolling spacious waterfront site. Both sides of our site were naturally landscaped with trees and rocks which afforded us complete privacy. There is also a boat launch and boat rentals available. Plus some sites are suited for launching small boats right from the site. Our site did not have any hookups (none of the premium lake front sites have hookups). We ran our generator briefly each day for DH to check his baseball scores and top off the batteries and that was it. There are water spigots throughout, but they are older style with no threading; however people were still able to fill their water tanks. There are two full hookup sites for camp hosts and several electric sites on the opposite side of the road if that is important to you. The grading and amount of shade on those sites made them less appealing to me. There is a brand new bath facility which is centrally located to the loop and is immaculate. There is no cell phone signal while in the campground. (Unless you have a good amplifier. Ours wireless one brought in 2-3 bars but you needed to have the phone almost touching the antenna.) Aspen and Oak loops offer more electric sites but they are in an open area away from the water, very close together and seem more appropriate for group camping. The Deer loop is set back into the woods and is strictly walk-up tent camping. If you enjoy tenting, these are huge private sites, many of them waterfront. Make sure you pack everything you need if you don’t want to be inconvenienced. There is no camp store other than firewood and ice at the check in station and the nearest store is about 15 miles away. The scenery was so breathtaking we were almost never inside except to sleep. There is lots of hiking available. We were in a 38’motorhome plus tow vehicle and had no trouble traversing the loop or parking. Our loop was comprised of a fairly even mix of tents, pop-ups and trailers with only three motorhomes including the host who was busy yet always available and friendly. The most remarkable thing was how quiet it was for a holiday weekend even though every site was filled. It was the nicest Memorial Day camping experience I have ever had. Nightly rate includes the $9.00 online reservation fee spread over the 3 nights. .

Very scenic camping right on Almond Lake. This park is operated by The Parks Division of Steuben County Department of Public Works. They do not take reservations; strictly first come first serve. A little risky in the summer, but we have camped here in the late fall and early spring with no problem getting one of the best sites. Of the 70 sites 40 are electric and 30 are for tent camping. There are a few upgraded 50 amp sites and the park supervisor told us they are planning on adding more sites and upgrading the front row of waterfront sites to 50 amp. Thus the increase in rate this year from $15 to $23 for the existing 50 amp sites. The park has wonderful facilities for families; basketball, baseball diamond, volleyball in sand along the lake. Bring leveling boards. There are water spigots available, but no water hookups at each site. There are three restroom facilities near each tent area and a bath facility near the park entrance. There is a dump station and large trash dumpster. Scenery abounds from every campsite. It is absolutely magnificent in the fall with reflections of the reforestation area above Route 21 reflecting in the lake. No swimming is allowed in the lake. Boating (non-motorized) and fishing is allowed. There are two boat launches. This is a public park, so you will share the days and sometimes evenings with folks who are just there for the day. That has presented no problem any time we have stayed there. This is a well maintained public facility. We truly enjoy it a couple weekends every year.

We knew this was a "parking lot" type base from which to visit NYC so were not surprised by the lack of asthetics. We traveled with my daughter and 5 year old granddaughter who wanted to see the Statue of Liberty. The excitement on her face to actually see the statue clearly from the campsite made it all worth while. Staff was friendly and helpful. They gave us excellent directions and looked information up for us. Sites are fairly close together, but no one was really "camping", so it didn't matter. Electric & Water hookups were a little confusing and some had to run their connections under their RV's. There was no picnic table available, so the meals we had there, we ate inside. It was too warm to eat outside anyways. We never even lowered our awning, but I never missed it because we were too busy. The closeness lent itself to friendly conversations with others at the park and sharing experiences. We stayed in a Motorhome, and there were pop-ups there as well as a tent set up. I really can't imagine staying there without my own bath and shower. Because of the lack of sewers, my daughter and granddaughter used their showers and said they were OK. Not 5 star hotel quality, but adequate. It was a 5 minute easy drive over to Liberty State Park to catch the ferry that takes you to both Ellis Island and Liberty Island. For a night-time Yankee game, we took the Jersey Light Rail (a block away)to Port Imperial and then rode The Yankee Clipper to and from the Stadium. After the game we reversed back, and walked the easy block back to our campsite at 1 o'clock in the morning. We felt very safe. The area is currently undergoing a great deal of renovation and will be much more up scale in the future. It would be nice if the RV Park could do some 'face lifting' too. But for right now the park provides an alternative, easy, and economical way to see New York City. We have more grandchildren who want to go, so we will be returning soon.

This is a private membership park affiliated with ROD (Resorts of Distinction) and AOR. We are members (this is our Home Park) and we camp here every year. The entire campground is currently divided into geographical 'sections' due to historical expansions as the park has grown. The original sites are a bit smaller with less room in between, but they are located near the Log Cabin Club House, Heated Pool and Lake. Also, the two lakes (more like ponds really) seem to divide the campground in half. The front section has newer larger sites and that is where most of the bigger rigs usually set up camp. On the positive side, all the bath houses have been completely renovated or built new and are cleaner and nicer than I keep my own home. The showers have roomy changing areas and each building also houses nice laundry facilities. Paddle boats and a canoe are available to go out onto the front lake and there is no extra charge. Just stop at the store located in the center of camp and pick up oars and life jackets. About the only negative we have encountered is the very limited number and location of sewer sites. The new area where the big rigs park have power and water only. I believe zoning or some other ordinance has their hands tied and they can't put in more full hook up sites. They do have two dumping stations and a honey wagon for a $5.00 charge per pump-out. We have double holding tanks on our motorhome but they never charge us extra for a pump-out. I see a lot of folks bring in their blue totes and take those to the dump station. There are planned activities for all ages. My 5 year old granddaughter stayed with us for a week and had plenty to do. There is a small playground for the kids and a small basketball court. Those could really stand some upgrading. There are also log cabins available to rent and new ones were being built when we camped there this year. A new pool is also planned to go in near the newer front section. Security is excellent and one thing I really appreciate is that the 5 mph speed limit is respected and enforced. They mark off about 20 or more sites all the time as reserved for their marketing efforts to solicit new members. This also tends to limit the number of available full hook ups sites, but it is understood and agreed to by all the members. Rules are reasonable and enforced so the camping experiences we have had were always pleasant. (Other than being a member, I am not affiliated with the owners or operation of this campground in any way.)

Nightly rate of $24 does not include the $9 reservation surcharge. If you are a Motorhome towing a vehicle and get there in the afternoon while the Entrance Cabin is open you will also be charged an additional $6.00 for your towed vehicle. We camp here at least once every year. We have dogs and have camped in the 100, 200 and 700 loops where pets are allowed. Of the 3, I prefer the 700 loop. The sites there are grassy and more level. The outside sites in the back of the 100 loop are near a big drop off and also the access point to one of the more popular trails. Speaking of trails, there are many different ones to explore with varying levels of difficulty and they are all well marked. There are water faucets in every loop, but it can create a traffic jam on Fridays when everyone is going one way and trying to get into their sites and someone stops to fill up their water tank. We don't have to travel that far, so we always just come with a full fresh water tank. The triple lane dump station is new within the past few years and is a welcome addition. In response to a different post, there is non-potable water at the dump station and I don't know why anyone would want potable water there. Along the roadway between the campground entrance and the camping loops are several different exercise stations. This is pretty unique and makes it fun for everyone out for a walk. You will want to be a little careful and drive slowly once in a camping loop due to trees and low branches. We have roof mounted satellite TV and Sirius radio and both worked just fine from site 739. It would also work for any of the adjacent sites in that loop as well.