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TOMPKINS

PA · Cowanesque Lake

TOMPKINS is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 5 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in May (9/10) and eases to its lowest in September (2/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.

Season at a glance

Booking difficulty by month

12-month reservation season
  1. Jan–
  2. Feb–
  3. Mar–
  4. Apr–
  5. May9
  6. Jun8
  7. Jul6
  8. Aug6
  9. Sep2
  10. Oct–
  11. Nov–
  12. Dec–
1 · Easy10 · Lottery

Midweek tip: in the busiest month (May), arrivals are lightest on Sunday — shift your dates to improve your odds.

Booking window

When reservations open

Booking window

Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.

For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.

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

Facilities

Sites & amenities

  • 80 electric sites
  • 83 water hookups
  • 49 sewer hookups
  • 106 RV sites
  • 3 accessible sites
  • Max RV length 68 ft

Activities: DAY USE AREA, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, BOATING

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Tompkins Campground?

All reservations must be made on www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777 prior to arrival. Shelter Weekdays-$40.00 (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.

Location

Where it is