Hickory Hill Camping Resort

Welcome to Hickory Hill Camping Resort, a distinguished destination within the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, offering a comprehensive outdoor experience for local users and visitors alike. Nestled in the scenic Finger Lakes region of Western New York, this resort provides a welcoming and engaging environment for all types of campers, whether you prefer the comfort of an RV, the rustic charm of tent camping, or the convenience of a rental cabin or lodge. With nearly 300 acres of rolling, wooded terrain, Hickory Hill Camping Resort is designed to be a gathering place where families can reconnect with nature and create cherished memories.

The environment at Hickory Hill Camping Resort is characterized by its expansive natural beauty and serene atmosphere. Situated in upstate New York, the grounds boast a picturesque setting with wooded areas, two private lakes (9 and 6 acres, both offering catch-and-release fishing), and borders on Mill Creek. This natural backdrop provides ample opportunities for wildlife spotting, including deer and turkey, and offers a quiet, relaxing escape from daily life. The secure and gated community ensures a safe environment for all guests, allowing children to play freely and parents to relax. The property is meticulously maintained, with well-kept grounds and clean facilities, contributing to a pleasant and enjoyable stay for everyone.

Hickory Hill Camping Resort excels in providing a wide array of services and accommodations to meet diverse camping needs. For RV enthusiasts, the resort offers spacious, level RV sites, including full hook-up options with water, sewer, and 20/30/50 amp electric. Both pull-through and back-in sites are available, accommodating everything from smaller RVs to large rigs. Premium sites offer additional comforts such as concrete patios, fireplaces, picnic tables, and in some cases, private gazebos. Big Rig sites are specifically designed for larger RVs with generous dimensions. For those seeking a more traditional camping experience, dedicated tent sites are available, often tucked back in wooded areas, providing a grassy spot, 20 amp electric, water, a fireplace, and a picnic table. Beyond traditional camping, Hickory Hill also offers cozy rental cabins, cottages, and lodges, providing a "home away from home" experience. These lodging options come furnished, often with full kitchens, private bathrooms, heating, air conditioning, TVs, covered porches, outside charcoal grills, fireplaces, and picnic tables, ensuring a comfortable stay with modern amenities. Wi-Fi hot spots are available throughout the park for convenient internet access.

The features and amenities at Hickory Hill Camping Resort are extensive, designed to cater to all ages and interests. Two heated swimming pools, one featuring a spray park, offer refreshing aquatic fun. A 30' x 50' jumping pillow is a highlight for children and adults alike, providing hours of entertainment. For sports enthusiasts, there's an 18-hole mini-golf course, a full-size basketball court, pickleball, horseshoe pits, and cornhole boards. Miles of hiking trails allow guests to explore the beautiful natural surroundings, some even connecting to the larger Finger Lakes Trail. A large dog park, known as the Bark Park, ensures that furry family members can also enjoy their vacation. For younger campers, two dedicated playgrounds provide safe and engaging play areas. The resort also offers unique activities such as gemstone panning at a sluice, where a 100% guarantee of a find is promised, and a petting barnyard with friendly farm animals like pot-belly pigs, pygmy goats, and rabbits. Guests can even help collect free-range chicken eggs. Golf cart, kayak, canoe, and row boat rentals are available for registered guests to enhance their exploration of the resort's expansive grounds and lakes. Other practical amenities include clean and modern restrooms, hot showers, coin-operated laundry facilities, propane sales, and a dump station for RVs. The on-site camp store, known as the Rusty Spur Cafe and Retail Shop (open Friday through Sunday), offers grocery items, RV supplies, and more.

Beyond the impressive list of physical amenities, Hickory Hill Camping Resort is renowned for its vibrant social calendar and planned activities, which are a major feature of its services within the Campgrounds & RV Parks category. Themed weekends and daily planned activities are regularly scheduled, ensuring there's always something engaging happening. Events range from wagon rides with the resort mascot, Scamper, to outdoor games, movie nights under the stars, flashlight candy hunts, and water-themed activities during "Wet and Wild" weeks. Seasonal celebrations like Memorial Day, Halloween's "Monster Mash," and harvest festivals with pumpkin carving and festive feasts are eagerly anticipated. Special interest weeks, such as "Dinosaur Adventures" with fossil digs and dinosaur-themed games, and "Spectacular Science" with hands-on experiments and stargazing, cater to diverse interests. The resort also boasts two large covered gathering spaces, one a 30' x 30' wheelchair-accessible pavilion and another a 50' x 56' enclosed facility with a full kitchen, ideal for group events, reunions, and social gatherings. These facilities host a variety of social events throughout the season.

Hickory Hill Camping Resort also serves as an excellent base camp for exploring the wider Finger Lakes region. Nearby attractions include renowned wineries and breweries such as Bully Hill, Heron Hill, Pleasant Valley, Dr. Konstantin Frank, Steuben Brewing, Keuka Brewing Company, Krooked Tusker, and Abandon Brewing. Cultural attractions like the Corning Museum of Glass and the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum are also within easy reach. The resort's proximity to events like the Steuben County Fair and NASCAR at Watkins Glen adds to its appeal as a central hub for regional exploration. The surrounding area offers additional opportunities for outdoor recreation and local experiences, making it a comprehensive vacation destination.

In terms of promotional information, Hickory Hill Camping Resort encourages guests to book their spot and create lasting memories. The resort operates seasonally, typically from May 1st to October 31st. Reservations can be conveniently made online through CampSpot. Special reservation policies apply, including a 3-night minimum stay for Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, with holiday reservations requiring full payment at the time of booking. The resort proudly offers a 10% discount for Military Veterans with valid ID, applicable to one night only and excluding holiday weekends; guests can use promo code MILITARY5 when booking online to redeem this discount. For those looking to make Hickory Hill their regular retreat, seasonal and monthly rates are available. The resort emphasizes its legacy as a family-owned establishment, with the current Lehman family aiming to enhance guest experiences while maintaining the warm, family-friendly environment that has defined Hickory Hill for over 40 years. They are committed to streamlining operations, introducing innovative guest programs, and preserving the spirit of connection and adventure for future generations. Guests are encouraged to check their website for additional information regarding amenities, a detailed calendar for themed weeks, and activities for all ages. Contact can be made via email at hello@hickoryhillcampingresort.com or by phone at 607-776-4345.