Hiking and creek-side exploring draw campers to Max V. Shaul State Park Campground in Fultonham, New York, where nearby waterfalls and the trail to Vroman's Nose give visitors concrete destinations to plan around. The park sits in forested terrain with some open areas, and the 30 sites are laid out with notable spacing between them, making the campground feel less compressed than similarly sized parks. Reviewers consistently note that the upper loop sits farther from the park entrance and road noise, which is worth considering since a well-traveled road runs adjacent to the property and generates some traffic sound.
Cleanliness stands out across nearly every review. The bathhouses are modern and well-maintained, and the campground includes dedicated dish-washing sinks, a children's playground, and a pavilion. ryan S. sums up what multiple visitors report: "very clean facilities and incredibly nice staff." Firewood is available for purchase on-site, and a Stewart's convenience store is roughly 10 minutes away for resupply.
Sites have electric, water, and sewer hookups available, with a 25-foot RV length limit. Reservations are accepted, and the season runs from mid-May through mid-October. Pets are welcome on leash. Campers wanting to compare nearby options can browse campgrounds around Max V. Shaul State Park or look at Duck Pond Campsite and Betty Brook Camp in the surrounding Schoharie County hills. The combination of well-kept facilities and spacious sites makes this a solid base for anyone focused on day hiking in the region.
Description
Max V. Shaul State Park is a small, quiet camping area with 30 wooded tent and trailer sites. The park has shady picnic grounds, as well as playing fields. There is a nature and hiking trail, fishing is allowed in Panther and Schoharie Creeks. A car top boat/fishing access trail to the Schoharie Creek was established in 2011. The park offers a group camping area as well.
The park's proximity to Mine Kill State Park opens many more recreational opportunities to campers. Mine Kill offers an Olympic size pool, wading pool and a diving pool at no additional cost to campers with a valid camping permit. Hiking trails, boating (by permit) and Mine Kill Falls overlook are also available to campers.
<font color="blue"><b>PLEASE NOTE: 1-night stays are allowed all season.</b></font>
<font color="purple"><b>Seasonal Camping is available at Max V. Shaul. Please contact the park for more details.</b></font>
General Information:
- Fires must be attended at all times. Propane gas is available in Cobleskill.
- There is NO dumping station at this campground.
- Quiet time is from 10PM. to 7AM.
- There is a caretaker on call 24 hours.
- Group Camping Area: The group camping area is a wooded area with a water spigot, fire ring and picnic tables. Maximum capacity is 30 people and 8 cars. Non-Profit Rate: $30/night. It is only rented to non-profit groups at this time. Please contact the park for more details.
<font color="red"><b>ATTENTION PET OWNERS:</b></font>
- Current proof of rabies inoculation is required at check-in (metal tags will not be accepted).
- At any time during your stay, pet owners may be required to provide proof of rabies inoculation upon request. Be sure to have this information available to present to park staff.
- Where pets are permitted, there is a maximum limit of 2 pets per site.
- Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6ft and under control at all times.
- Do not leave pets unattended and always clean up after them.
- Pet owners/permit holders are liable for any damage, personal injury, or nuisance caused by the pet.
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.
LENGTH OF STAY: A camping party and their equipment may occupy a site for a maximum of 14 continuous nights. After which, the camping party and equipment must leave the site and facility for 48 hours before registering again for another site.
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
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Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Air Quality at this campground may currently be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMax V. Shaul State Park Campground is located in New York near Fultonham
Directions
The park is located in the Schoharie Valley along Route 30, approximately 6 miles south of Middleburgh, at the base of Toepath Mountain. 518-827-4711
Address
PO BOX 23 RT 30
Fultonham, NY 12071
Coordinates
42.54700037 N
74.41100018 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/15/26- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/15/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 45 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr 10 min from Kingston, NY
- 1 hr 21 min from Utica, NY
- 1 hr 32 min from Pittsfield, MA
