BETTY and WILBUR DAVIS STATE PARK Campground - 7 Sites, Maps & Photos

Perched atop a hill in Southern Otsego County, Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park provides spectacular views to the south and west. Nearly two thirds of the park is blanketed by a forest of hardwoods, intermixed with smaller areas of conifer plantation. The remainder of this 200-acre property is occupied by gently rolling meadowlands and two ponds. The park offers 6 newly built full-service cottages and a variety of recreational opportunities. Its expansive views and tranquil surroundings make it a particular favorite among birdwatchers and hikers. Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park is sure to be a fantastic destination for any family outing.

Location: Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park, named for the generous New York couple who donated their land to the state, is located in Southern Otsego County.

Recreation: Park activities include hiking, picnicking, and catch and release fishing. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobile trails that connect to the state corridor trail system.

Nearby: Located in Westford, the park is just a short drive from Cooperstown, home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Glimmerglass State Park, Gilbert Lake State Park, Hyde Hall State Historic Site, and Max V. Shaul State Park are all nearby.

Important information

PLEASE NOTE: Linens/bedding are NOT included. Patrons must provide their own. Cottage Rental Info: At this time, the cottages rent at a 5 or 12-night minimum all season. All cottages require a Friday arrival and a Wednesday departure. When reserving online or over the phone, the system will only allow a 5 or 10 night stay. The park will contact you to adjust your 10 night stay to 12 nights. Thank you for your understanding. YOU MUST CONTACT GLIMMERGLASS STATE PARK during normal business hours @ 607-547-8662 for key entrance code into the rented cottage AT LEAST 3 DAYS prior to arrival. Patrons still need to check in and register at the Park Office. Late arrivals should check in the next day between 8AM - 9AM. Park Rules & Information: PETS are NOT permitted. Smoking is NOT permitted in the cottages. Access Pass/Lifetime Liberty Pass is not accepted for the cottages. Walk-ins are NOT accepted. Cottage reservations must be made in advance. A $200 security deposit will be required upon check-in, in the form of a check or credit card, NO CASH. Eight people per cottage/two vehicles per cottage. Each additional vehicle is charged $7 per day. Cottages include: bathroom with shower, refrigerator and stove, microwave oven, Television, DVD player, furniture, pillows, bedding, cooking utensils, dishes etc... Tents and tree hung hammocks are NOT permitted around cottages. Picnic table, charcoal grill, and fire pit are located outside the cottages. Cottage rentals include access to swimming facilities at Glimmerglass State Park (17.6 miles from Betty & Wilbur Davis State Park). No one under the age of 21 may reserve a cottage. No subletting, substitutions, or registering for others will be permitted. The registrant must occupy the site for the entire length of stay. Check-in is at 3PM. On your departure date, renters must leave their cottage by 11AM and the surrounding area should be clean and orderly. PRE-REGISTRATION: Have an existing reservation? Don't forget to PRE-REGISTER!! Two days prior to arrival you can sign into Reserve America and pre-register. IT SAVES TIME. Please Note: To ensure fairness for all NY customers, any reservation with departure dates outside the 9-month Maximum Window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made. OPRHP General Camping Rules, Information, and Cancellation Policy