Camp Chautauqua: Your Lakeside Retreat in Mayville, NY

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For New Yorkers eager to embrace the beauty of Western New York, Camp Chautauqua in Mayville offers a fantastic camping experience, especially for those who love the water. Situated directly on the shores of picturesque Chautauqua Lake, this well-established campground provides a vibrant and welcoming environment for seasonal campers and weekenders alike. It's more than just a place to stay; it's a destination where the serene beauty of the lake meets a community-focused atmosphere, making it a beloved spot for countless families. Whether your idea of a perfect getaway involves launching your jet ski for a thrilling ride, relaxing by the pool, or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance by the lake, Camp Chautauqua is designed to create lasting memories right here in our own backyard.

Camp Chautauqua is conveniently located at 3901 NY-394, Mayville, NY 14757, USA. This prime address places the campground directly on the shores of the expansive Chautauqua Lake, offering immediate access to one of New York's most cherished bodies of water. The location along NY-394 (also known as West Lake Road) provides straightforward and easy access from various points within New York State and beyond. You’ll find yourself just a short drive from the charming village of Mayville, which offers local amenities and services. The campground is strategically positioned in the heart of Chautauqua County, an area renowned for its natural beauty, vibrant arts scene, and rich history. Just a short drive away lies the famous Chautauqua Institution, a hub for arts, education, and recreation. For those coming from larger cities, the drive is scenic and manageable, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape or an extended vacation. The location on the lake also means convenient access to boat launches and marinas, making it a true paradise for water sports enthusiasts. The security gate at the entrance provides an added layer of peace of mind, ensuring a safe and controlled environment for all campers.

Camp Chautauqua is dedicated to offering a comprehensive range of services and facilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all its guests, catering to various camping preferences.

Services Offered:

Campsites: A wide variety of sites are available, including full hook-up sites (water, electric, and sewer) with 30-amp and 50-amp connections. Options include gravel pull-thru sites, concrete pads on executive sites near the lake, and more wooded, shaded sites.
Tent Sites: Dedicated non-hookup tent sites are available for traditional campers.
Seasonal Sites: Camp Chautauqua offers a significant number of seasonal sites, fostering a strong sense of community among long-term residents.
Water Access: Easy access to Chautauqua Lake with boat docks, a boat launch, and specific charges for jet skis, catering to watercraft owners.
Restrooms and Showers: Well-maintained and clean restroom and shower facilities are available throughout the campground.
Laundry Facilities: Convenient laundry facilities are on-site for guest use.
Camp Store: A well-stocked camp store provides camping essentials, snacks, treats, and firewood.
Propane Sales: LP gas is available for purchase, either metered or by bottle exchange.
RV Services: On-site RV service, secure RV storage, and self-service/staffed RV wash options are available. Sewerage pumping services are also offered.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi access is available at overnight sites and hotspots, supporting mobile devices and streaming, with approximately 20 sites having Wi-Fi access.
Cable TV: Many sites are equipped with cable TV hookups.
Security: Gated security ensures a safe environment for all campers.
Golf Cart Rentals: Golf carts are available for rent, providing an easy way to navigate the hilly terrain of the campground.
Pet Policy: Camp Chautauqua is pet-friendly, allowing one pet per site at no additional fee. Pets are not allowed in buildings, must be cleaned up after, kept on a leash at sites, and vaccination certificates must be submitted upon arrival. An off-leash pet exercise area is available.

Camp Chautauqua truly shines with its array of features and highlights that enhance the camping experience, making it a popular choice for New Yorkers.

Direct Lake Access for Watercraft: A major highlight for many campers is the incredibly easy access to Chautauqua Lake for jet skis and boats, with convenient boat launch and dock facilities available directly on-site.
Community Atmosphere: The campground is noted for its friendly atmosphere, with seasonal campers being particularly welcoming and kind to weekend visitors, fostering a true sense of community.
Scenic Lake Views: The location on Chautauqua Lake provides beautiful views, perfect for watching the sunrise or sunset over the water.
Family-Focused Activities: Camp Chautauqua is family-oriented, offering a variety of scheduled events throughout the camping season, such as hayrides, bingo, scavenger hunts, special-occasion fireworks, and themed weekends.
Swimming Pools: The campground features a clean and well-maintained swimming pool, along with a small kiddie pool, perfect for cooling off on warm summer days.
Petting Farm: A unique and popular feature, the petting farm comes alive with various birds and friendly animals that guests can feed and pet.
Recreational Facilities: Beyond the pools, there are playgrounds for children, a basketball court, and a volleyball court. A pond for fishing (catch and release for frogs too!) adds to the fun.
Adequate Camp Store: The camp store is well-equipped with a variety of camping goods, snacks, and treats, as well as firewood.
Helpful and Friendly Staff: Reviews consistently highlight the kind, friendly, and accommodating nature of the staff, from check-in to camp hosts, who are quick to assist with any issues.
Hilly Terrain for Exercise: The campground's hilly landscape provides opportunities for good walks, offering some gentle exercise amidst nature.
Variety of Sites: With options ranging from open gravel sites to shaded, wooded areas, campers can find a spot that suits their preference, although site leveling can sometimes be a consideration.

Camp Chautauqua offers various rates and discounts to make your camping experience more affordable and appealing for New York residents. It’s always best to contact them directly or visit their official website for the most current and specific promotions.

Daily Site Rates: Rates vary by site type (e.g., non-hookup tent site, water & electric, full hook-up, executive sites). For example, rates may range from $35/night for non-hookup tent sites to $70-$76/night for executive 50-amp full hook-up concrete pad sites.
Holiday Weekend Surcharge: There is typically an additional $5.00 per night for all three nights of holiday weekends. Holiday reservations are often non-refundable.
Discounts:
- Stay 6 Nights, Get the 7th Free: A popular offer for weekly stays.
- Stay Friday and Saturday, Get Sunday Half Price: Ideal for extended weekend trips.
- Monthly Discount: Enjoy 20% off the daily rate for monthly stays, plus electric usage.
- Good Sam Members: Receive 10% off their total stay.
- Travelers' Rate: A special rate of $35.00 for all sites if checking in after 7:00 PM and checking out by 9:00 AM.
- Off-Season Discounts: Look for potential discounts (e.g., 20% off) during the shoulder seasons (e.g., September 21st to October 27th, or April 19th to May 23rd). During deep off-season (October 27th to April 15th), rates may be as low as $35.00 per night or $700.00 plus electric.
Seasonal Rates: Annual rates for seasonal sites typically range from $3,200.00 to $5,200.00, not including electric usage.
Boating/Docking Fees: Separate daily and seasonal fees apply for boat launches, daily dock usage, yacht club access, and jet ski use (per trailer, per day).
Visitor Rates: Daily and overnight visitor fees apply for guests not staying on a registered site.

Please note that only one discount can be applied per visit, and discounts are generally not valid on holidays.

For reservations, inquiries, or to learn more about Camp Chautauqua, please use the following contact information:

Address: 3901 NY-394, Mayville, NY 14757, USA

Phone: (716) 789-3435

Mobile Phone: +1 716-789-3435

Email: camp@campchautauqua.com (for holiday and weekday rates)

For New Yorkers, Camp Chautauqua truly stands out as a highly suitable and appealing camping destination. Its prime location directly on Chautauqua Lake provides unparalleled access for boating, jet skiing, and enjoying the water, making it a dream spot for water enthusiasts right here in our state. The unique blend of spacious sites, essential amenities, and a vibrant community atmosphere ensures a comfortable and engaging experience, whether you're visiting for a weekend or a whole season. Families will particularly appreciate the wide array of activities, including the swimming pools, playgrounds, and the charming petting farm, guaranteeing entertainment for all ages. While some sites may present leveling challenges, the proactive and friendly staff are noted for their willingness to assist and resolve issues promptly. The presence of a security gate adds peace of mind, and the various discounts available make it an accessible option for many. For those seeking a dynamic and friendly camping environment with excellent lake access and a strong sense of community in Western New York, Camp Chautauqua offers a complete and memorable local getaway.

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Camp Chautauqua

New York Chautauqua County Mayville New York 394

3901 NY-394, Mayville, NY 14757, USA

Camp Chautauqua Reviews

I absolutely love this campground. We have jet skis so it’s incredibly easy to get in and out of the water. This is the only campground the the seasonal people treat the weekenders with kindness. I have a favorite spot and it took a few years to get there. The staff are always kind and friendly.Just waiting for a seasonal spot to open so I can be there forever
Feb 27, 2025 · Colleen Stauch
Great camp if you have a boat. ( We don't) Gated security. Hilly, so you can get a good walk. Camp store adequate, staff at check in was great.You can't choose your site when you make reservations . They put us in the section at the back of the camp, next to the road, all sites are on the side of a hill so they aren't level.We were assigned site #195, too short and too narrow for our trailer and tow vehicle. Our slide out was 7 feet away from the park model next to us and we had to squeeze our truck between a fence and our awning. There's a cable box there so we could only back the truck up so far. If we parked sideways in the front the truck was partially on the road.The sight slopes from front to back so our step legs were fully extended and we had to add additional blocks under them. Found a cinder block to make another step.Grass was not cut when we arrived, ankle deep, had to ask the grass cutters doing the empty sites, 3 days after we arrived,to come do ours.Had power problems all week, surge protector kept kicking on and off, asked the camp address on our second to last day, they promptly came up and replaced the breaker in the main section box, problem resolved.A few nicer, longer,wider sites around us sat empty all week.If you don't need a sewer site there are nicer wooded (shade) sites further down the hill closer to the lake.
Jul 18, 2024 · Bill Knoell
I've been camping my whole life, and I've got thoughts about this one. The lake is beautiful, and the camp is well maintained.However, this campground is all about the seasonal sites. You can't see the lake from any trailer or tent sites, as the seasonals get front row. We were the only ones in our area of the camp, and we were given a site that was less than eight feet from the seasonal next to us. WHOLE campground, and we were squeezed in for a week on a totally unlevel site. (Had to go and search for a cinder block to use as the bottom step into the trailer, it was that far off the ground.)Power was going in and out for a day and a half on 90-degree days until they had to replace something in a circuit box.Bathrooms were clean and plentiful, trash was emptied, recycling containers were available.If I were coming back, I'd look for another campground along the lake.
Jul 18, 2024 · Sharan Knoell
Worst customer service experience in my life. Checking in they said $6 extra for Checking in early. I say okay and they assign my site and I go to the site, set-up, level and connect everything and start to enjoy my family. 2 or 3 hours later a person pulls up and is looking at my camper so I walk over and he says you are in my site. So he calls the office and they say I have to move. Not happy, everyone knows Worst part of camping is setting up and taking down. So the owner walks up and says I have to move and I said I want my 6 bucks for Checking in early back. He Flys off the handle and kicks us out. He came up the hill mad because he had to come up to straighten things out.
May 24, 2024 · Tim Smith
We always enjoy staying in a site near the water...it's a small paradise. However, we wish that the trees and bushes were trimmed back so our motorhome doesn't get scratched on them upon arrival and departure.
Sep 08, 2024 · Bob Skraba