West Canada Creek Campground
12275 State Route 28, Poland, NY 13431
Conveniently located midway between Syracuse and Albany and just 12 minutes north of beautiful Utica, New York. Situated on the gorgeous West Canada Creek at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.
From the North
Take Route 12/28 South into Barneveld. Take left at the light and follow Route 28 in Barneveld. When you get to the intersection with Route 8 in Poland, take a left and go for half a mile. The Campsite is on your left just before the bridge over the West Canada Creek in to Poland.
From the South
Take Route 12/8 North and drive completely through Utica. About 4 miles north of Utica take the Exit for route 8 north to Poland. Drive approximately 8 miles. The Campsite is on your left just before the bridge over the West Canada Creek in to Poland.
From the East
Take NYS Thruway (Interstate 90) until the Herkimer Exit (Number 30). Turn right out of exit and follow signs for Route 28 North. After approx. 16 Miles on 28 North you will drive through the Village of Poland. As you exit you will cross the bridge over the West Canada Creek. We are on the right 75 yards across the bridge.
From the East
Take NYS Thruway (Interstate 90) until the Herkimer Exit (Number 30). Turn right out of exit and follow signs for Route 28 North. After approx. 16 Miles on 28 North you will drive through the Village of Poland. As you exit you will cross the bridge over the West Canada Creek. We are on the right 75 yards across the bridge.
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Written cancellation required. 10+ days prior: less one night fee for short stays, less two nights for weekly+. No refunds within 10 days or for holidays (2025: May 24-26, Jul 3-7, Aug 29-Sep 2, Oct 11-13). Travel insurance recommended. Please read our campground policy Here
Campfires are welcome at your site's designated fire ring. To protect our local forests from invasive pests and diseases, outside firewood is not permitted. Quality firewood is available for purchase at our camp store and we'll deliver it right to your site!
Yes! Two pets max per site (dogs/cats only) with $5/pet fee - all proceeds support our local no-kill shelter. Must be leashed, supervised, and current on vaccinations. No pets in cabins or community areas. Service animals welcome everywhere. Please clean up after your pet
Yes absolutely! Day visitors welcome until 8 PM ($5/person age 5+) and overnight visitors ($10/person). Total number of registered campers and visitors cannot exceed 10 people per site. All visitors must register at the office before arrival. Sorry, no visitor pets.
Your site comes with parking for 2 vehicles, fire ring, and picnic table. Base rate includes 2 adults and up to 4 children (under 18). Additional adult campers: $10/night per person. A one-time $6.50 booking fee applies to all reservations.
Check-in is 2 PM and check-out is 12 PM. Early check-in or late check-out may be available for $25, subject to site availability. After 8 PM arrivals must be arranged in advance. All guests need to register at the front desk. Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 8 AM, with all site lights out by midnight.
Each site includes 2 adults and up to 4 children (under 18). Additional adults are $10/night per person. One tent per site only (two tents allowed on tent-specific sites). RV sites do not permit any tents. Maximum 10 people total per site, including all campers and visitors
Yes! Based on availability, we offer early check-in (noon instead of 2 PM) or late check-out (2 PM instead of noon) for $25 per option. Contact our front desk in advance to arrange this service.
Where the fire is warm, the creek winds gently, and simple pleasures become unforgettable
12275 State Route 28 Poland NY 13431
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