Gilbert Lake State Park
Camp site features
Across 168 camp sites:
- Electric hookups: 62 of 168 sites
- Water hookups: 33 of 168 sites
- Fire pit: 33 of 168 sites
- Picnic table: all 168 sites
- Pets allowed: 161 of 168 sites
- ADA accessible: 7 of 168 sites
- Longest RV: 50 ft
- Largest party: 6 people
- Power up to 50 amps
Fees
Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00
Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00
Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00
Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00
Peak Primitive Site $10-$12
Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00
Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00
Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00
Rules
Park Rules & Information:
There is very poor cell service at the park.
Maximum occupancy per campsite is 6 people.
Maximum number of tents per campsite is 2.
Tents are NOT permitted on Cabin sites.
The permit holder must be at least 18 years of age to rent a campsite/cabin and must be present at all times. Park staff will check ID upon check-in.
Chainsaws, subletting of camping areas, roller-blades, firearms, and fireworks are not allowed in the park.
Water balloons are not allowed in the park.
Firewood available at park, fires are allowed in designated areas only.
Campers must be on site before the park closes and visitors must leave by 10PM. Park closes at sunset.
Water is centrally located.
Quiet hours 10PM to 8AM.
Smoking is not permitted in the cabins.
Generators may be used between the hours of 9AM to 11AM and 5PM to 9PM.
There is an overflow parking area available for 3rd vehicles for a fee.
CABINS:
Cabins require a 7 or 14-night minimum stay ALL SEASON. Restrictions are as follows:
Cabins 1-12 and 17-21 require a Sunday to Sunday stay.
Cabins 13-16 and 22-33 require a Saturday to Saturday stay.
ATTENTION PET OWNERS:
Current proof of rabies inoculation is required at check-in (metal tags will not be accepted).
At any time during your stay, pet owners may be required to provide proof of rabies inoculation upon request. Be sure to have this information available to present to park staff.
Where pets are permitted, there is a maximum limit of 2 pets per site.
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6ft and under control at all times.
Do not leave pets unattended and always clean up after them.
Pet owners/permit holders are liable for any damage, personal injury, or nuisance caused by the pet.
Please note: Cabins 1, 10, 16, 20, 30, 31, and 32 are NON-pet cabins, and only allow certified service animals.
SWIMMING: Each year the campground makes every effort to provide safe swimming opportunities by testing the water and by keeping the swimming areas staffed with lifeguards. Please be aware that if the safety of our swimmers is compromised due to lack of lifeguard coverage or water quality issues, swimming will be prohibited. Swimming cannot be a guaranteed activity; therefore, we cannot offer refunds on camping stays. We apologize for this inconvenience as it may occur with little advance notice.
Looking to reserve campsite for just 1 night? If you make your reservation within 3 days of your arrival you can book a 1-night stay online or through the Call Center. Applies to campsites only.
PRE-REGISTRATION: Have an existing reservation? Don't forget to PRE-REGISTER!! Two days prior to arrival you can sign into Reserve America and pre-register. IT SAVES TIME.
LENGTH OF STAY: A camping party and their equipment may occupy a site for a maximum of 14 continuous nights. After which, the camping party and equipment must leave the site and facility for 48 hours before registering again for another site.
Please Note: To ensure fairness for all NY customers, any reservation with departure dates outside the 9-month Maximum Window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made.
OPRHP General Camping Rules, Information, and Cancellation Policy
Directions
PLEASE NOTE: GPS navigation to Park is NOT accurate. PLEASE follow road side signs from main roadways.
From Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse: Thruway (I-90) East to exit 30, Herkimer; Rte 5S West to Rte 51 South. Left on County Rte 12, follow signs four miles to park entrance.
From Albany: I-88 West to Rte 205 (exit 13); Rte 205 North to Laurens; County Rte 12 West to park entrance.
New York: Thruway (I-87) to exit 21 (Hudson-Catskill); Rte 23 West to Oneonta; Rte 205 to Laurens; County Rte 12 to park entrance.
607-432-2114
Stay Limit
Check in from 3 PM, check out by 11 AM.
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