With camping season in full swing here in Western New York, we’re always on the lookout for the best places to pitch a tent around Buffalo. If you’re ready to escape the city for a weekend getaway, perhaps its time you make the quick drive out east to one of America’s best state parks! Offering more than just nature trails and endless waterfalls, see how you can go camping along the Genesee River out in Wyoming County.
Covering over 14,000 acres of land out near the small town of Castile, Letchworth State Park is the natural playground you’ve been dreaming of.
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With 66 miles of hiking trails to explore and three major waterfalls along the Genesee River, it’s always easy to understand why Letchworth has been recognized as one of the country’s top state parks.
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During the summer, you’ll see people going for whitewater rafting adventures with local companies like Adventure Calls Outfitters.
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One of our favorite things to do during this time of year though is to make use of the hundreds of campsites available within the state park.
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Secluded away into the woods of Western New York, Letchworth State Park has a total of just over 250 campsites that are all situated near the banks of the beautiful river.
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Considering that this amazing waterfall campground happens to be just over an hour east of Buffalo, it’s a no-brainer to plan a camping trip here with the entire family.
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If you’re not ready to completely dive into roughing it out in a tent, don’t worry! There are also 80 cabins available to rent!
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Providing everything you’ll need, from beds and kitchen tables to refrigerators and stoves, the cabins at Letchworth are another great way to experience this magical waterfall campground.
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If you’ve always wanted to spend more than an afternoon exploring all the natural wonders that make up this renowned state park, consider spending a night or two at Letchworth for an overnight outing that you’ll always remember.
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The 2019 camping season at Letchworth State Park will remain open until October 20th, so make sure to plan a getaway soon!
rsteup/Flickr For more information about Letchworth State Park, click here and to reserve a campsite inside of the state park, click here.
Address: 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY, 14427
Ready to enjoy more amazing campgrounds? Then be sure to read about This Fairytale Campground Near Buffalo Is Like Something From A Dream!
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For more information about Letchworth State Park, click here and to reserve a campsite inside of the state park, click here.
Address: 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY, 14427
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