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Booking odds · September

Tompkins Campground in September: How Hard Is It to Book?

Tompkins Campground · PA · Cowanesque Lake

The verdict

Easy

Booking difficulty 2 out of 10. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Rarely sells outBased on 3 years of reservation data

September rarely sells out — you can often book close to your trip.

Tompkins Campground in September scores 2 out of 10 for booking difficulty — easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical September booking was locked in about 24 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 19% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Wednesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 7% of bookings7%Same day1–3d: 12% of bookings12%1–3d4–7d: 12% of bookings12%4–7d1–2wk: 12% of bookings12%1–2wk2–4wk: 12% of bookings12%2–4wk1–2mo: 10% of bookings10%1–2mo2–3mo: 18% of bookings18%2–3mo3–6mo: 16% of bookings16%3–6mo6mo+: 1% of bookings6mo+Median booking lead time: 24 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

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

Booking window · September 2027

When September reservations open

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

September 1 stays open

March 1, 2027

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for September 1, 2027 become bookable on March 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout September 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 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.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in September

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

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FAQ

Tompkins Campground in September: common questions

How hard is it to book Tompkins Campground in September?
Tompkins Campground rates 2 out of 10 for September — Easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.
How far in advance should I book Tompkins Campground for September?
The typical September reservation was made about 24 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do September reservations open for Tompkins Campground?
Reservations for Tompkins Campground in September 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for September 1 become bookable on March 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Tompkins Campground in September?
Arrivals are lightest on Wednesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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