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Letchworth State Park
Letchworth State ParkLetchworth State Park (OPRHP)
Geneseo, NY (Western New York)
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Status: CLOSED but opens in 187 days on Fri May 15
Season 2026 Dates: Fri May 15 to Sun Oct 11, 2026
9 Month Booking Window: Sat Aug 8, 2026
Campground Overview
Letchworth State Park, renowned as the "Grand Canyon of the East," is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge, over three major waterfalls, between cliffs as high as 600 feet in some places. The river's cliffs are surrounded by lush forests. Hikers can choose among 66 miles of hiking trails. Trails are also available for horseback riding, biking, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Letchworth offers nature, history and performing arts programs, guided walks and tours, a summer lecture series, whitewater rafting, kayaking, hot air ballooning, and two pools for swimming. Winter activities include snow tubing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and horse-drawn sleigh rides. Letworth offers 269 campsites. None are on the water. All sites are electric. Letchworth State Park, is located in the Genesee River gorge 35 miles south of Rochester.
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Status: CLOSED but opens in 187 days on Fri May 15
Season 2026 Dates: Fri May 15 to Sun Oct 11, 2026
9 Month Booking Window: Sat Aug 8, 2026
Campground Phone: (585) 493-3600
Region: Western New York
Weekend Occupancy: High
Minimum Nights Reservation: 2 nights
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Reservations (Reserve America)
Fees
| Base Fee | $25 |
| Electric Surcharge | $7 |
| Out of State Surcharge | $5 |
| Weekend/Holiday Surcharge | $4 |
Facilities
| Showers | showers in washroom buildings |
| Washrooms | flush toilets |
| Dump Station | yes |
| Recycling Station | no |
| Cell Coverage | Verizon: Poor spotty service. |
Campground Summary
| Lakeside Rating | 1 out of 5 lakeside stars. Offers a fine camping experience with sites a distance away from water and without a water view. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Genesee River gorge however in the park with 2 major waterfalls. Water activities are limited to white water rafting and swimming in a pool. |
| Total Campsites | 269 |
| Reservable Sites | 269 |
| Lakeside Sites | 0 |
Site Details
| 20ft Trailer Sites | 5 |
| 30ft Trailer Sites | 14 |
| 40ft Trailer Sites | 63 |
| 45ft Trailer Sites | 1 |
| 50ft Trailer Sites | 186 |
| Pull thru sites | none |
| Hookups |
269 sites with electric
146 sites with 30A 123 sites with 50A |
Featured Activities
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