1009 North Franklin Street
Watkins Glen
New York, 14891
(607) 535-4511
www.parks.ny.gov/parks/142/details.aspx
Watkins Glen State Park is a campground or RV park located in Watkins Glen.
Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade. Rim trails overlook the gorge. Campers and day-visitors can enjoy the Olympic-size pool, scheduled summer tours through the gorge, tent and trailer campsites, picnic facilities and excellent fishing in nearby Seneca Lake or Catherine Creek, which is renowned for its annual spring run of rainbow trout.
Places to eat within 10km of Watkins Glen State Park include Landon’s Pub And Pizza approximately 0.4 km away, Seneca Harbor Station, El Rancho Mexican Restaurant & Grill, Classic Chef’s located at 380 North Catherine Street, and Lucky Star approximately 0.2 km away.
Other nearby accommodations options close to Watkins Glen State Park include 1871 Benjamin Hunt Inn B&B, Barger Landing, Watkins Glen Vacation Rentals, Westhaven House, and Best Western Lodge On The Green located at 3171 Canada Road.