New York · Camping · Hector

Potomac Group Campground

1
sites
from $20
fee
Aug–Sep
best months
  • 1 site for group and tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 1,826 ft
  • Near HectorHector Ranger District · Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests

Potomac Group Campground and Day Use Area provides a primitive camping experience for groups of 8-40 people. It is an excellent site for family events and youth group activities. The facility is situated in a scenic area of New York, which makes for an exciting place to explore. A variety of recreational activities are available. Parking for the campground is located approximately 500 feet from the campground itself and all gear must be carried in and out. Recycling cans are available on site but trash must be packed out.

  • Best time to go · Aug–Sep

    Best time to visit Potomac Group Campground

    Best months: August–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      30° / 14°

      17 wet

    2. Feb

      32° / 15°

      14 wet

    3. Mar

      39° / 21°

      15 wet

    4. Apr

      53° / 32°

      14 wet

    5. May

      66° / 43°

      14 wet

    6. Jun

      74° / 52°

      13 wet

    7. Jul

      79° / 56°

      13 wet

    8. Aug

      77° / 55°

      12 wet

    9. Sep

      71° / 48°

      12 wet

    10. Oct

      58° / 39°

      15 wet

    11. Nov

      46° / 30°

      14 wet

    12. Dec

      35° / 21°

      17 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Mecklenburg 4sw, NY, 3.8 mi away at 1,510 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Potomac Group Campground

1 site for group and tent and RV camping

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