KOA Resorts offer a carefree vacation in the great outdoors. Enjoy robust recreation and staff-led activities, kick back and relax by the resort-style pool, or grab a bite to eat, all while never leaving the campground. And with plenty of RV Sites with KOA Patios® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths to meet your needs, it’s the ultimate camping getaway.
KOA Resorts offer a carefree vacation in the great outdoors. Enjoy robust recreation and staff-led activities, kick back and relax by the resort-style pool, or grab a bite to eat, all while never leaving the campground. And with plenty of RV Sites with KOA Patios® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths to meet your needs, it’s the ultimate camping getaway.
On Rt 414: 14 miles north of Corning (from I-86 Exit 46) or 5 miles south of Watkins Glen.
GPS address: 1710 KOA Dr.
Get Google DirectionsRESORT LUXURY. AMAZING RECREATION. Our New York family campground is sure to please everyone! We are a top RV resort in the Watkins Glen area with many hookup site options, tent camping, and rental cabins available! A minimum three to five-day stay is recommended to enjoy all that is offered by the Watkins Glen / Corning KOA Resort and the surrounding region's bounty. The Watkins Glen / Corning KOA Resort has been a past KOA Campground of the Year for its abundant offerings and ideal campground location. We have an indoor heated pool, fitness center, and other great amenities at our campground. We are also less than 5 miles away from Watkins Glen State Park and other family-friendly hiking trails!
Where to Stay for Camping Near Corning, NY
At Watkins Glen / Corning KOA Resort, you have several ways to stay. You can bring your BIG RIG, RV, or camper, stay in one of our deluxe cabins or pitch your tent in one of our shaded Tent Sites. We have:
Things to Do and Amenities at the Luxury RV Campground
There are numerous amenities and activities that make your stay fun and relaxing. The campground has an OUTDOOR POOL and pond that are enjoyed by all! You also have access to Wi-Fi throughout the campground. Enjoy our 30'x50' HEATED INDOOR POOL, spa and fitness center that is in a class by itself. Did you know, our campground is one of the only campgrounds in New York with an indoor and outdoor pool?! You can also find a gigantic pirate ship playground, Jumping Pillow, Jump Pad and giant waterslide called “The Plunge”, all activities great for children. The whole family can enjoy an Army truck ride, too! When the weather permits, catch a family-friendly movie at our theater in the woods — where staff plays movies most nights. Other activities and amenities include:
Explore Nearby Areas While Camping Near Watkins Glen
The resort is located in a convenient spot that allows you to explore nearby areas easily. We are a prime location for Watkins Glen State Park camping, as you can access the famous New York Watkins Glen Gorge with its 19 waterfalls in less than a 12-minute drive! You can take a trip to the Corning Museum of Glass. And if you would like to head out to the surrounding area to explore, you will have an abundance of things to do in the Finger Lakes. Such as Seneca Lake sightseeing, dinner cruises, local wine sampling at more than 100 wineries and more! Our Finger Lakes RV Park offers all 50/30/20 RV sites suitable for all rigs which is perfect for the nearby Watkins Glen International Race Track that hosts the NASCAR CUP. Our RV campground in the Finger Lakes of New York offers a prime vacation destination to enjoy the offerings of Watkins Glen and the Finger Lakes. Fishing, golfing, shopping and hiking also abound in this area!
Book Your Next Vacation
We recommend booking at least four weeks in advance to secure your spot at one of the best places to stay in Watkins Glen! The resort is also a 24-hour gated campground — all after-hours arrivals will require a reservation. See our campground information for more details. Contact us online to learn more or reserve your campsite today!
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KOA Resorts offer a carefree vacation in the great outdoors. Enjoy robust recreation and staff-led activities, kick back and relax by the resort-style pool, or grab a bite to eat, all while never leaving the campground. And with plenty of RV Sites with KOA Patios® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths to meet your needs, it’s the ultimate camping getaway.
When: May 9 – 10, 2025
What: Stay at a participating KOA campground on May 9 & 10, 2025, and 50%* of the cost of the site on the second night will be donated to Care Camps!
Why: Your stay will make a difference in the lives of children with cancer, by helping raise funds for medically supervised pediatric oncology camps. These camps help children who have cancer enjoy care-free time focusing on fun, friends, and activities instead of on their illness. Funds raised from Saturday, May 10, will be donated to the Care Camps Foundation, which distributes $2 million annually to support 100+ pediatric oncology camps across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more at koacarecamps.org. * Only valid at participating KOA locations. Applies to one site, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. Only KOA Rewards discounts apply.
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