12 Mile (Horsey Hilton) Camping Area
Gaines, New York
camping area, 4 numbered site, mostly ATV users now
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Cherry Valley is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
New York weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Cherry Valley.
Don't miss local attractions near Cherry Valley. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 23, 2026
We have been coming to this area for the past 40 years... we do like the area. This campground is a privately owned and the location is perfect. We were there the very hot week of Aug. 9-16, 2025 so the location was perfect. We even went for a swim at the Sandbanks PP in the evening. Bathrooms are kept clean, "thank you", nice play areas for kids and 10 minute walk to the beach. The only really... We have been coming to this area for the past 40 years... we do like the area. This campground is a privately owned and the location is perfect. We were there the very hot week of Aug. 9-16, 2025 so the location was perfect. We even went for a swim at the Sandbanks PP in the evening. Bathrooms are kept clean, "thank you", nice play areas for kids and 10 minute walk to the beach. The only really downside with this hot and dry weather is that the roads in the campground were so dusty everything is dirty (cloths drying, chairs, meal time is dusty) constructive suggestion for the owners, if they could sped water of something on the roads would be so appreciated. Will we come back, of course. Hoping the owners don't increase the cost!
Mar 23, 2026
Camped here twice this summer - beginning (May long weekend) and end (this past weekend) of season. Nice spot with easy access to Sandbanks PP park. We spent the day on Saturday touring the area - breweries, cidery and dinner at Lake on the Mountain. We will be back next year!
Mar 23, 2026
We stopped here for two nights on our way through Ontario. We loved our stay; the shower/restrooms look new and are clean, staff was very friendly. Our site was shaded and mostly private however from what I could see as we drove around the campground, we would not have been happy with most other sites. Too open and close together. The other shaded sites had their fire pit located too close to the... We stopped here for two nights on our way through Ontario. We loved our stay; the shower/restrooms look new and are clean, staff was very friendly. Our site was shaded and mostly private however from what I could see as we drove around the campground, we would not have been happy with most other sites. Too open and close together. The other shaded sites had their fire pit located too close to the road so that if you wanted a campfire you would practically be sitting on the road. I have not encountered that before. Overall we were very very happy with our stay but with some caveats.
Mar 23, 2026
The location close to Outlet beach is phenomenal and the staff make the stay at the campground an absolute pleasure. So many things to enjoy for both adults and children. Can't wait to get back next summer.
Mar 23, 2026
Our group has been staying here for the last 8 years or so, love the location, and staff is great. Bathrooms are clean too. We're already booked for next year🙂
Mar 18, 2026
Not a bad campground but many sites were quite close together. Lots of beaches nearby and easy hikes with great scenery. The long straight road beside the campsite unfortunately, had a fair amount of cars speeding by significantly over the speed limit.
Mar 18, 2026
Honest, I was scared after I booked this camp ground due to the negative reviews. We were in spot 429, and it was great. Decent privacy, shade, close to the water. I could see how some of the camp sites lack this, though. The toilet facilities are typical out houses, not sure what people expect. They had sanitizer and toilet paper. Good enough. Showers are a bit of a distance, but all good if yo... Honest, I was scared after I booked this camp ground due to the negative reviews. We were in spot 429, and it was great. Decent privacy, shade, close to the water. I could see how some of the camp sites lack this, though. The toilet facilities are typical out houses, not sure what people expect. They had sanitizer and toilet paper. Good enough. Showers are a bit of a distance, but all good if you plan for it. 25 minute walk to the dunes on West Beach, 15 minute walk to the Lake Ontario beach. No complaints there.
Mar 18, 2026
0 star camping . It’s packed in like a can of sardines.. the tents beside are basically in our camp spot 5 tents , the other side was the same and across the road same thing behind us was a noisy road .. worst camping I have ever experienced, drove 4 hours to get there on top of that , left the same day drove another 4 hours home . No thanks , first and last time @ sandbanks
Mar 18, 2026
It's a quiet camp site, there is a small beach there. Unfortunately, there is no proper washroom there. You have to drive to other camp locations for proper washrooms.
Mar 18, 2026
Not a bad campground but not the best in the park. There are no comfort station just vaults so that may be an issue if you have kiddos. It’s very very closer to the lake, the Lakeshore Beach and West Point. Really you can get to any beach from this campground. It’s convenient but not the greatest and it’s low lying so it can get wet. This site is best for experienced campers and hikers who have th... Not a bad campground but not the best in the park. There are no comfort station just vaults so that may be an issue if you have kiddos. It’s very very closer to the lake, the Lakeshore Beach and West Point. Really you can get to any beach from this campground. It’s convenient but not the greatest and it’s low lying so it can get wet. This site is best for experienced campers and hikers who have the correct gear. Not really for families with small children and those without good all weather gear.
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