Potomac Group Campground
Potomac Group Campground and Day Use Area provides a primitive camping experience for groups of 8-40 people. It is an excellent site for family events and youth group activities. The facility is situated in a scenic area of New York, which makes for an exciting place to explore. A variety of recreational activities are available. Parking for the campground is located approximately 500 feet from the campground itself and all gear must be carried in and out. Recycling cans are available on site but trash must be packed out.
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Site mix
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 500 | Gravel | Full | 40 / 10 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Fees | The fee is based on the number of people. A group of 8-20 people will be charged $20.00 per night/daily. A group of 21-40 people will be charged $40.00 per night/daily. |
Many primitive, group, tent-only campsites, and a group picnic shelter are available for reservation and equipped with at least 4 tables. A campfire circle and grills are also provided and vault toilets are located nearby. The shelter can accommodate up to 40 people and an adjacent parking lot can hold up to 10 vehicles. There is no electricity at the shelter.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests |
| Booking | This site may be reserved by only one group at a time. Reservations are required and can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444–6777. |
| Fees | Reservation Fee: $20.00 per night for up to 20 people. $40.00 per night for 21-45 people. All payments must be made through the reservation system online or by phone. |
| Rules | Maximum length of stay is 14 days within a 30 day. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Check out time is 11:00 AM |
Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From the south, take State Route 14 north to Watkins Glen. Turn right at the Fourth Street intersection, onto State Route 414. Continue about 9 miles north, past the Hector Ranger Station, and turn right on County Route 2. Drive 5 miles to the intersection, turn left on Potomac Road and continue to the campground.
| Nearest town | Hector, New York |
| Coordinates | 42.4920° N, 76.7880° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Drinking water is not available at the campground or picnic shelter, nor is trash collection.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 14.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 17.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 29.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miPotomac Campgroud Cutoff0.09 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miPotomac Campground Accessunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miPotomac Interpretive0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miPotomac Connector0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miPotomac Ponds Access0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miPotomac Ponds4.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.5 miBackbone Trailhead ↗Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Logan Methodist ChurchBuilding · Logan · 2.1 mi
- First Presbyterian Church of HectorBuilding · Hector · 4.4 mi
- Queen's CastleBuilding · Lodi · 6.3 mi
Natural features
The lush, green campground is located in Finger Lakes National Forest, between Cayuga and Seneca Lakes in southwestern New York. It is New York's only National Forest. The Forest has over 30 miles of interconnecting trails that traverse gorges, ravines, pastures, and woodlands.
Recreation
A variety of trails exist in the area, including the Potomac Trail, which extends about 5 miles round-trip. It is a moderately difficult trail that travels through a variety of forest types and follows the edges of quite a few ponds in the area. It is a nice loop on which to learn cross-country skiing and is also a popular game bird hunting area. The Potomac Trail connects with the Interloken Trail and the campground. Fishing is allowed in the ponds, pertaining to state fishing regulations.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Potomac Group Campground?
Sites at Potomac Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site may be reserved by only one group at a time. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Potomac Group Campground?
The fee is based on the number of people. A group of 8-20 people will be charged $20.00 per night/daily. A group of 21-40 people will be charged $40.00 per night/daily.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Potomac Group Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Potomac Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Potomac Group Campground?
Potomac Group Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Potomac Group Campground?
A variety of trails exist in the area, including the Potomac Trail, which extends about 5 miles round-trip. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Potomac Group Campground?
Hector, New York.
Source: Getting there
What if Potomac Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Blueberry Patch Campground (0.9 mi), Backbone Horse Campground (1.1 mi, partly first-come), and Tompkins (40.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby