Gilbert Lake State Park
Closed — Closed for the season. Camping reopens May 15, 2026, with all 135 campsites and 33 cabins available through October 11, 2026. Cabins require 7 or 14-night minimum stays. Reservations required for all camping and available up to 9 months in advance through ReserveAmerica.
Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 7:11PM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and scattered power outages may occur.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 5:46PM EST until December 31 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 7 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will create blowing snow, which could reduce visibility. * WHERE...Chenango, Cortland, Otsego, and Southern Cayuga Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing and drifting snow could reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Higher snow totals up to 10 inches are possible across the northern portions of these counties. Near blizzard conditions are possible at times overnight into Tuesday morning, especially in open, exposed locations.
About
Gilbert Lake State Park's lake and three ponds lie in wooded, hilly terrain in the foothills of the Catskills in Otsego County. The park offers 135 campsites divided between two campgrounds: Hilltop (sites 1-57) with 29 electric sites, and Deer Run (sites 58-135) with 40 electric sites and 46 non-electric sites. Additionally, 33 cabins are available for weekly rentals. The park features a clean sandy beach with lifeguards during summer months, boat rentals including kayaks and paddleboards, and allows cartop boats with electric trolling motors. Recreational opportunities abound with disc golf, fishing, hunting in season, and over 12 miles of interconnecting trails suitable for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. The park includes pavilions for group events, playgrounds, a softball field, and food concessions. Unique to Gilbert Lake is the New York State Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, featuring exhibits and memorabilia about the CCC's work throughout New York and the United States. Modern amenities include hot showers, flush toilets, a dump station, and accessible facilities including cabins and a beach wheelchair for terrain and water access.
Directions
From I-88 West, take exit 13 to Route 205 North toward Laurens, then follow County Route 12 West to park entrance. GPS navigation may not be accurate; follow roadside signs from main roadways.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $17 - $250 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (607) 432-2114 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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