Across the Way Camping
Across The Way Camping Goes On Sale Friday February 14, 2025 at 9 AM ET
Across The Way Campground Gates Open at 9 AM ET on Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Early camping fee for wednesday is $40
Located at 8669 Falls Road in Trumansburg, NY, our Across The Way Campground features a lovely circular layout with a community area in the center of the campground with showers, a food vendor, EMS, security, a dishwashing station, and a community fire pit, picnic and recreation area.
Although it’s not too far of a walk, there is a shuttle to transport you from Across The Way (ATW) to the Front Gate and back during limited posted hours. There is also a wheelchair accessible shuttle on Thursday, Friday and Saturday during peak hours when handicap parking tends to fill up Onsite.
Across The Way features various configurations of campsite sizes. There are also designated areas for Quiet Family Camping (A5-19, B2-11 and C5-15) and Generator Camping (H74-112, G78-79 and G92-94).
VEHICLE CAMPING
Campsites that are found to not be in compliance with ALL of the campsite regulations listed below must come into compliance within one (1) hour of notification, or their belongings will be removed and held by the ATW Camp Rangers.
Across the Way (ATW) Vehicle Sites
There is a mix of Regular Vehicle, Premium Vehicle, Large Premium Vehicle, and Oversized Group Camping sites at Across the Way.
REGULAR VEHICLE
$315 plus fees
Across the Way vehicle sites range in dimensions, but all are at least 1250 square feet. ATW vehicle sites are big enough for up to two (2) vehicles, and two (2) large tents. An RV will fit on a ATW Regular Vehicle site, but is unlikely to have extra space for a second vehicle plus additional structures.
PREMIUM VEHICLE
$395 plus fees
These sites are a little larger and/or more preferably located than a regular site.
LARGE PREMIUM VEHICLE CAMPING
$495 plus fees
These sites are even bigger and are the most accessible from our gravel road, perfect for heavier vehicles.
OVERSIZED GROUP VEHICLE CAMPING
$675 plus fees
These are extra large sites, great for larger groups who like to share, or people with larger camping setups.
CLICK HERE TO SEE A LIST OF SITE SQUARE FOOTAGE
VEHICLE campSITE RULES:
Sites may not be combined in any way in order to create a larger site.
You MUST maintain TEN (10) FEET of separation distance between structures on your site and structures on neighboring sites, but no separation distance needs to be maintained between structures on your site provided all structures on your site have emergency access. This means that you are required to keep five (5) feet of open space between the end of structures on your site and the painted border line between neighboring sites. You will need to work with your neighbors so all campsites are in compliance.
The term “Structures” includes, but is not limited to, tents, vehicles, pop-ups, tarps, tapestries, etc., including fencing.
All structures must maintain emergency access, so please don’t crowd, and keep the openings to your structures accessible!
Sites must not infringe on roadways and pathways - keep all access roads clear.
Only Portable Camping Stoves with a ONE (1) LB secured fuel tank are allowed on a Regular Vehicle Campsite or larger site. ALL UNSECURED PROPANE TANKS LARGER THAN 1 LB will be confiscated by festival security and removed from the premises. All tanks greater than 1 LB must be securely mounted to an RV or tow behind vehicle.
No campers will be allowed to store flammable or volatile liquids other than approved propane tanks at their site.
NO OPEN FLAMES OF ANY SORT ARE ALLOWED (excluding approved portable camping stoves). This includes, but is not limited, to campfires, tiki torches, charcoal grills and stoves, candles, etc.
No liquid fuel tanks of any type are allowed.
No propane lanterns are allowed.
No charcoal stoves are allowed.
If you plan on using a one (1) LB Portable Camping Stove, we suggest you come equipped with your own fire extinguisher.
No indoor furniture is allowed on any campsite.
No generators are allowed except for the designated generators allowed area at the Across the Way campground (see Frequently Asked Questions below).
These rules will be strictly enforced in accordance with NYS Health Department regulations. Campsites that are found to not be in compliance with ALL of the campsite regulations listed above must come into compliance within one (1) hour of notification, or their belongings will be removed and held by ATW Camp Rangers.
TENT CAMPING
At Across The Way there are two designated areas for tent-only camping: Woods Camping, which is in full shade all day as it is fairly densely wooded, and Knoll Camping, which is all open space without shade, but it does have a wonderful breeze and beautiful view.
Campsites that are found to not be in compliance with ALL of the campsite regulations listed below must come into compliance within one (1) hour of notification, or their belongings will be removed and held by the ATW Camp Rangers.
TENT CAMPING IN THE WOODS
$235 plus fees
Woods Camping tent sites are 20’x20’ or 400 square feet. These sites are big enough for one large tent or one small tent and a small pop-up shade tent. Attendees with large tents that do not allow for the five (5) feet of separation distance to be maintained between structures as described in the Rules section below will be moved to overflow sites at the Across the Way Campground.
TENT CAMPING IN THE KNOLL
$165 plus fees
Knoll tent sites are 20’x20’ or 400 square feet. Knoll tent sites are big enough for one 15’x15’ tent. Attendees with large tents that do not allow for the five (5) feet of separation distance to be maintained between structures according to the Rules section below will be moved to overflow sites at the Across the Way Campground.
TENT CAMPSITE RULES:
You MUST maintain FIVE (5) FEET of separation distance between your structures and structures on neighboring sites, but no separation distance needs to be maintained between structures on your site provided that all structures on your site have emergency access. This means that you are required to keep two and a half (2.5) feet of open space between the end of structures on your site and the painted border line between neighboring sites. You will need to work with your neighbors so all campsites are in compliance.
The term “Structures” includes tents, pop-ups, tarps, tapestries, etc., including fencing.
Sites must not infringe on roadways and pathways - keep all access roads clear.
NO OPEN FLAMES OF ANY SORT ARE ALLOWED. This includes, but is not limited to campfires, portable camping stoves, tiki torches, gas or charcoal grills, candles, etc.
No liquid fuel tanks of any type are allowed.
No propane lanterns are allowed.
No indoor furniture is allowed on any campsite.
VEHICLES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE TENT CAMPING AREAS. There is a large parking area at our Across the Way Campground at 8669 Falls Rd. where those planning on tent camping will be within walking distance of your vehicles. There is also a shuttle from Across the Way to the Fairgrounds that operates during posted hours.
These rules will be strictly enforced in accordance with NYS Health Department regulations. Campsites that are found to not be in compliance with ALL of the campsite regulations listed above must come into compliance within one (1) hour of notification, or their belongings will be removed and held by the ATW Camp Rangers.
CAMPING FAQS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When can I purchase a campsite?
All camp sites go on sale on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14, 2025 at 9 AM ET.
Is admission included with a camping ticket?
No, admission and camping are sold separately.
What if we purchased a large campsite, but both vehicles aren’t arriving at the same time?
At Across the Way & Onsite Vehicle Camping, all vehicles will receive a vehicle sticker with their site number on it upon check in. Vehicles do not have to arrive at the same time. When the first vehicle checks in we will be able to note in our system that the second vehicle is arriving later if that is the case. If you have a vehicle camping pass and need to leave the festival grounds, we request that you do so between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. No re-entry after dark.
Can I use a generator for my RV?
No generators are allowed On-site, but there is a specific area for RVs with generators to camp at Across The Way. Please purchase a large site at Across the Way if having a generator is part of your plan. These sites are H74-112, G78-79 and G92-94. Bring your generator full of gas! Gas cans are not permitted at campsites.
Are there any designated quiet family camping spaces?
Yes. These sites are A5-19, B2-11 and C5-15 at Across the Way.
Can we come early?
At Onsite there is NO Early Arrival or Early Camping. Furthermore as parking is not allowed on Rabbit Run Rd. by the Back Gate, in the interest of public safety, please do not arrive prior to the Gates opening at 12 PM on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
At Across The Way Early Camping is available for an additional $40 starting at 9 AM on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
How much fuel can I bring for my portable camping stove?
Large Vehicle Campsites at Onsite, and all Vehicle Campsites at Across the Way may ONLY have a 1 LB propane tank securely attached to a Portable Camping Stove.
No one under the age of 18 is permitted to camp at the festival without a parent or guardian.