We stumbled across this park quite by accident, and it was an amazing find. I love camping in off-the-beaten-path areas like this, especially when there is water involved. I had no idea this park even existed. It was a delightful surprise. Located in the Southern Tier area, Kanakadea Park is located on Almond Lake.
I love the name of this park! It just sorts of rolls off the tongue. More than that, what a beautiful place to camp. Almost every campsite facing the small lake. Although there isn’t a great deal of privacy between sites, it’s still a beautiful campground.
Camping
I love campgrounds that allow camping near the water, whether that be a creek, river, or lake. Although the water sites at Kanakadea Park aren’t directly on the lake, they face the lake and aren’t too far away from it. The campsites are, for the most part, fairly wide open and not spaced very far apart. If you prefer sites with a little bit more privacy when you’re camping, this isn’t the place for you. There are other sites that are more shaded, but these are away from the water.
There are 70 sites able to accommodate tents, campers, and RV’s. However, only 40 of these sites are electric. There are also 4 primitive cabins, 2 of which have electricity. Dogs are allowed (with proof of rabies vaccination) at the campsite but not the cabins.
Camping Season
- April 15 to December 1
- Water Available April 15 – Oct. 15
- 10% Discount to Sr. Citizens (62 Yrs+)
- 10% Discount to Veterans
- Check-in: 1 pm
- Check-out: 11am
Rates:
| Campsite | No Electric | Electric |
| Nightly | $19.00 | $27.00 |
| Weekly | $115.00 | $170.00 |
| Cabins | |
| Friday, Saturday, Sunday Nights | $69/night |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Nights | $60/night |
| Weekly Package | $350 |
Camping Reservations (607) 590-0535
7:00am-3:30pm Tuesday & Wednesday.
8:30am-5:00pm Thursday – Monday.
Hiking
There is about a mile of hiking trails in and around the park. However, the Finger Lakes Trail runs through the park. The Finger Lake Trail is approximately 580 miles, so that you will have plenty of hiking available to you.
Park Facilities
- 4 Picnic Pavilions w/grills
- Picnic Tables with Fire Rings
- Almond Lake Overlook
- Playgrounds and Horseshoe Pits
- Softball Field and Basketball Courts
- Sand Volleyball Court
- Flush Toilets and Hot Showers
- Dumping Station ($10 for non-campers)
Almond Lake
Lake Facts
Elevation: 1,255 feet
Area: 125 acres
Shoreline Length: 3.7 miles Maximum Depth: 25 feet Average Depth: 15 feet
The Lake is man-made and was built by the Army Corp of Engineers to control flooding in the area. The Almond Dam is clearly visible on the shoreline of the lake. Swimming is not permitted at Almond Lake.
Boating
This lake is for non-motor boats, making this a great lake for kayaking and canoeing. There is a boat launch within the park, as well. The park does not offer kayak or canoe rentals.
Fishing
Almond Lake is excellent for fishing. Species found in the lake are Largemouth bass, black crappie, brown bullhead, common carp, golden shiner, pumpkinseed, spottail shiner, white sucker, and yellow perch. Ice fishing is also permitted on this lake.
Address
CR 66 Webbs Crossing Road
Hornell, NY 14843