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Booking odds · May

Ives Run Campground in May: How Hard Is It to Book?

Ives Run Campground · PA · Tioga-Hammond Lakes

The verdict

Hard

Booking difficulty 9 out of 10. Competitive. Be ready when the booking window opens.

Sells out in daysBased on 3 years of reservation data

Popular May dates usually sell out within a few days of release.

Ives Run Campground in May scores 9 out of 10 for booking difficulty — hard. Competitive. Be ready when the booking window opens.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical May booking was locked in about 124 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 74% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Tuesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 4% of bookingsSame day1–3d: 5% of bookings5%1–3d4–7d: 4% of bookings4%4–7d1–2wk: 4% of bookings1–2wk2–4wk: 7% of bookings7%2–4wk1–2mo: 8% of bookings8%1–2mo2–3mo: 8% of bookings8%2–3mo3–6mo: 38% of bookings38%3–6mo6mo+: 22% of bookings22%6mo+Median booking lead time: 124 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Tuesday in May. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

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Booking window · May 2027

When May reservations open

Reservations for Ives Run Campground in May 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

May 1 stays open

November 1, 2026

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for May 1, 2027 become bookable on November 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout May releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

Facility note: Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Ives Run Campground?

All reservations must be made on www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777 prior to arrival. Shelter Weekdays-$0.00 (Reservations can be made as well as first come first served). Shelter Nonelectric Weekends $75.00. Shelter Electric Weekends $100.00. Boat mooring slips are first-come-first-served for campers only.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in May

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

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FAQ

Ives Run Campground in May: common questions

How hard is it to book Ives Run Campground in May?
Ives Run Campground rates 9 out of 10 for May — Hard. Competitive. Be ready when the booking window opens.
How far in advance should I book Ives Run Campground for May?
The typical May reservation was made about 124 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do May reservations open for Ives Run Campground?
Reservations for Ives Run Campground in May 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for May 1 become bookable on November 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Ives Run Campground in May?
Arrivals are lightest on Tuesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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