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Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground

13 Reviews

About

State Park

Welcome to Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground! Nestled near Ancram, NY, this spot is a gem for anyone looking to escape into nature. The campground offers a mix of tent, RV, cabin, and even glamping accommodations, so there's something for everyone.

One of the standout features here is the beautiful lake, perfect for swimming and boating. The beach area is a hit, especially on busy weekends. If you're into hiking, there are plenty of trails to explore, and the park's expansive picnic areas are great for a family outing or a big group gathering.

The campground itself is well-maintained, with clean bathrooms and hot showers. Some visitors have noted that the campsites can be a bit close together, but there are a few more secluded spots if you prefer a bit more privacy. Sites like G1 and #19 come highly recommended for their relative seclusion and convenience.

For those who enjoy a good campfire, you'll be pleased to know that fires are allowed, and you can buy firewood right on site. Pets are welcome too, so feel free to bring your furry friends along for the adventure.

If you need any supplies, there's a small market within the park that sells essentials like firewood and ice. And don't worry about noise; the 10 pm quiet policy is generally well-respected, making for a peaceful night's sleep.

Whether you're here for the swimming, the hiking, or just to relax by the fire, Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground has got you covered. Enjoy your stay!

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Location

Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground is located in New York

Directions

The park is located 11 miles southeast of Hudson in the town of Gallatin, NY. Passenger cars can access the park from the the Taconic State Parkway, one mile south of the Route 82 Hudson/Ancram exit. Visitors can also access the park from State Route 82, approximately two miles south of the hamlet of West Taghkanic. Large trucks, RV's and campers can enter the park from the State Route 82 entrance

Address

1528 Route 82
Ancram, NY 12502

Coordinates

42.09400088 N
73.708 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Good
Verizon
Available
AT&T
Good
T-Mobile
Good

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Pull-Through Sites

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Reservations

Robinson E.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 17, 2024

The cleanliness of the facilities at the campsite

@geometry dash lite talk with me It is quite peaceful, spotless, and well worth the money. The showers are hot and have lots of water pressure. The cleanliness of the facilities at the campsite is influenced by the volume of activity.

Taylor P.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 8, 2023

Cabin

Labor Day Weekend stay. A lot of people! Very nice beach but packed. Huge parties at the picnic area. If your okey with all that then it was a great time. Cottage was great besides all the bees.

Sitecottage

Month of VisitOctober

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Don R.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 20, 2021

Wide-open state park with cramped campsites

The park is huge with tons of space for picnics, beachgoing and - weirdly - parking. (Someone must've gotten a tasty asphalt contract.)

Unfortunately, all of the campsites are jammed into one quadrant, with very little distance between each. Our site (#17) was quite small and was not clearly marked. It seemed to run into #18. We were told we could spread out into two sites since the adjoining site wasn't taken. (By the way: Site #19 looked to be the best in our neck of the woods.)

The roads to the tent sites are quite rocky and can be difficult to navigate.

The facilities are a bit warn, but the maintenance staff does a good job of upkeep. Since it was raining during our visit, it was impossible to keep the individual shower/lavatories clean for very long.

Though the camp was mostly filled, noise was not a problem during our stay.

The lake is quite nice and the swimming area is well-protected.

Jenny L.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 6, 2021

Everything we needed

The sites were fairly close together, and there wasn’t a ton of privacy. G1, however, was separated from the rest by its own little drive. We appreciated the privacy, even if it meant being right on the main road. The 10 pm quiet policy was well followed by everyone. Bathrooms weren’t great, and I wondered why the trash cans didn’t seem bear-proof.

The park itself is nice, with a beautiful lake and beach, as well as trails.

SiteG1

Month of VisitAugust

Perrin M.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 24, 2021

Superb

Quiet, clean enough and well worth the price. Showers are hot and there’s great water pressure. The cleanliness of the bathrooms depends on how busy the campground is.

SiteP31

Month of VisitJune

Lizz H.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 23, 2020

Best swimming experience ever

I went there with a friend and her family on Tuesday and it was awesome!

Elisa Q.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 4, 2019

Very Nice

This place is very beautiful and rustic at the same time. The employees are all very friendly. Once you get the hang of getting around the area there is so much to do, I can't wait to go back.

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Mary-Kate L.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 13, 2019

Great Spot!

Big and spacious state park with many camping options. Has options for trailers, tent sites, platforms for tents and even some cabins. Small store in park that sells firewood and ice and a few other things you may need. Big lake with swimming and boating as well as many hiking trails. Bathrooms on site as well as showers. Some sites are close together, but there are a few a little more secluded and set back. Fire pits are great. Can’t wait to camp here again!

Seth K.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 27, 2018

Comfortable, clean, great for stargazing

This campground was one of the best I’ve been to. They have both platform and dirt tent sites, all sites come equipped with fire pits. The bathrooms and showers are clean and the water stayed hot until the last weekend of the season (Oct 12-14, 2018) which was when we were there. The campground has a lake with boat rentals. Late night, stargazing over the lake is a great pastime, because the water is calm and the light pollution is low.

The town of Hudson is also close by if you’re looking to get some of the comforts of a town while you’re out and about.

Month of VisitNovember

Rosie R.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 29, 2018

Platforms great for groups and inclement weather

This was our second time coming to this campground and our second time getting dumped on by the rain, but have no fear!! The platforms kept us off the ground and were helpful in setting up appropriate tarp protection! The lake is gorgeous and there are plenty of nearby hikes for exploring. Wish I would have brought my fishing pole.

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Kurt S.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 9, 2018

Good for family car camping

Great beach, 5 minute drive from campgound. Clean facilities, with a rec room for rainy days. A camp store with all the supplies you might have forgotten.

One caveat: beware of site G006. The grill at the fire pit is upside down, so it doesn't hold level above the fire. Impossible to use. I had to MacGuyver it with a large rock and wedge the grill into place, and then level it with a log. We were lucky that I was able to find these things, otherwise we would have been cooking on our single stove that night. Also, this site was downwind, so occasionally was in the cloud of septic stench.

My advice would be to take the sites on the hill, nearest to the bathrooms, as all these sites seemed to be generally very well maintained.

SiteG006

Month of VisitAugust

Mellisa T.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 2, 2018

clean cabins, cottages, beach

no complaints. everything is perfect every year we've been. the lake is beautiful and clean. expect to pay $15 fee (I think) to use your paddleboards / kyacks etc. Worth every penny.

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george L.

Traveler

Reviewed Nov. 20, 2017

Camping in our 50s

My school friends decided on a camping trip since 1970's. We decided on Lake Taghkanic. Lake Taghkanic State Park was not a long drive from NYC, maybe 2 hours. The campsite was very clean and maintained. We loved the hot showers after a long day of fishing and swimming in the lake. The park offered many activities or just sit around the campsite drinking beers and reminiscing our youth days. We went on weekdays which is not crowded. Wal-Mart was 25 minutes from the campsite which make making meals lots simpler and refilling our beers. LOL We will repeat.

Sitep1 and p2. The shower room is a walking distance but heavy traffic at night. The door slamming at night was kind of annoying.

Month of VisitAugust

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is good.