Best camping near Ames

4 campgrounds · 4 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Ames, New York — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 4 of 4 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina
#1 St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina Prime
10.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Mild day · high 61°F· No active weather warnings
The St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina is a popular camping area located in the state of New York. It offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The…
Why 75: live conditions (prime) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
75Top-rated
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Caroga Lake - DEC
#2 Caroga Lake - DEC Prime
19.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
The Caroga Lake DEC camping area in New York offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Nearby activities include fishing, boating, and hiking in the nearby…
Why 64: live conditions (prime) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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Mallet Pond
#3 Mallet Pond Prime
18.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
Mallet Pond camping area, located in the state of New York, is a picturesque campground with abundant amenities for campers to enjoy. With multiple independent sources confirming…
Why 61: live conditions (prime) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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Glimmerglass State Park
#4 Glimmerglass State Park Prime
14.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Mild day · high 62°F· No active weather warnings
New users please read 9mi NE of Cooperstown TYPE:SP SITES: CAMPGROUND PH: 607.547.8662 EL(ft):1212 AMENITIES:(see box below map) NH RS DP SH DW PA LAT,LON:42.794,-74.869 ACCEPTS…
Why 59: live conditions (prime) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid

Camping near Ames

The Ames area has 4 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Ames

How are these campgrounds ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

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