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Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground welcomes pets across its diverse camping options, with cabins, RV sites, and tent areas that accommodate dogs. Other pet-friendly options near Cornwall Bridge include Macedonia Brook State Park, Lake Waramaug State Park, and Cozy Hills Campground. Leashed pets must be supervised at all times throughout these campgrounds, with waste disposal required. Campers have observed bears near Housatonic Meadows, making proper food storage essential when camping with pets. The park's location along the Housatonic River provides excellent opportunities for dogs to cool off during summer months, though swimming areas may have separate pet policies.
Hiking trails throughout Macedonia Brook State Park accommodate leashed dogs, with the park's stream providing natural water access for pets. The .65-mile trail behind Lake Waramaug offers an accessible walking option for dog owners seeking shorter excursions. Wildlife encounters are common in these areas—multiple reviews mention bears and skunks at campgrounds, requiring vigilant pet supervision. White Memorial Conservation Center near Bantam features additional pet-friendly trails for day trips. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours, though enforcement varies by location and season. The remote location of these campgrounds means limited cell service, so researching nearby veterinary services in Kent or New Preston before arrival is recommended for pet owners. Macedonia's primitive camping setup with portable toilets and water pumps provides a more rustic experience for campers with dogs who prefer fewer crowds.
"However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high."
"We stayed near the water. Clean private bathrooms were a plus. Clean pool but only 3 feet deep."
from $72 - $122 / night
Check Availability"teaching scouts of all ages how to take and prepare for the wilderness survival badges place is clean it has running water has a porta potty and festival you don't have to worry because the state of Connecticut"
"Our camp spot was right above the river the flows behind this spot. You can go sit down by the water. But be careful!"
from $14 / night
Check Availability"My family has been camping at Lake Waramaug for over 20 years. I can say most of what’s been said is true or partially so but whether it’s bad or good depends on your point of view."
"One of my favorite so far , went with family , to comply w covid and social distancing, the camp only rent your site and no one on your left or right or across ! Amazing !"
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Tall pines, the sound of the mighty housatonic river, and some car noise on the nearby 2 lane."
"The Housatonic river is wide and shallow but good for soaking on a hot day and right behind pretty much every campsite. The riverside sites have a clear view, the others you walk through the woods."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Tons of kids activities to keep the little ones busy and great hikes around! Tons of waterfalls in the area and the highest point in Connecticut."
"I happened upon Lone Oaks Camp Site when looking for someplace to stay in north eastern Connecticut."
"We were passing through Connecticut and needed a place to crash. Loved this campsite! Very chilled and secluded in your own site. I liked that it felt like a litrle community but still quotr private."
"Hawes is one of the few campgrounds in CT that's dog friendly. The sites are nice and large, with room for trailers, and they also have a few cabin sites as well."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"However, clean, dog friendly and good hiking nearby! Great for a getaway but not my first choice of campgrounds in NYS."
"There are 2 dog friendly loops at the back. Overall, very quiet and friendly. 2 lIfeguarded swimming areas — a kiddie pool and a deep area with floating dock to jump off of."
from $17 - $175 / night
Check Availability"However one issue was the garbage situation. Had to walk a long distance to throw out the trash."
"We got a tent spot and it was perfect since it was the furthest one away and there was no one near us which is probably why we loved it so much bc we were so isolated. a little disappointed in the site"
from $74 / night
Check Availability"This campground is also dog friendly so bring your fur babies!"
"This is a really interesting campground that's situated on a hill overlooking Rudd Pond in Taconic State Park. "
from $17 - $20 / night
Check Availability"The campground is right on Bantam Lake which is great for boaters/kayakers fisherman and families. I have found the east side of the lake to be much more windy than the west side of the lake. "
"Beautiful lake for swimming, kayaking or fishing. Small little island"
ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.
ScoutThe campsite was great. Big and going after Labor Day means there was tons of space. Well priced. We did have neighbors that had a trailer and used their generator early in the morning and late at night. Beside that it was fantastic. We had planned on driving to hiking but there was so much to do around the camp site we just walked around and did the hiking near by. The dog park is wonderful. Our dog loved it.
GuideLots of room in many sites for my 24 ft RV and 30 ft trailer. Big meadow in middle with new full playground set.
Dry camping but water available and a sewer dump. Gotta haul your own trash.
Two ponds to play in and a fenced dog park.
Some nice hiking in the park.
GuideSuch a clean and well maintained campground. Staff were so nice and friendly. Only one shower area that was a bit of a trek from our site, a bike would have been nice to get around. We had to move our tent as we had set it back too far and was not on the site pad and park ranger Brian who was very lovely came and asked us to move it and we had a nice chat. Lovely big dog park. There are some nice little walks and small hikes on the ground with a lake that you can rent kayaks or canoes. Close to Woodstock which is a cute town. Our site was a little exposed but the sites either side of us were closed for restoration thankfully. There are some more secluded and set back sites too though.
ScoutRecently, we camped here for a week. We don’t ever post negative reviews like this. The last day, we experienced a violent attack by a very large and aggressive Pit Bull. The Pit Bull did not have a collar or a leash and was accidently let out of the RV to roam free and unsupervised. It immediately ran to our site(4 sites away) and attacked our dog that was tied at the time. The incident was unprovoked. While trying to save our dog, my wife and I were also attacked. The wounds were serious enough to require emergency transport to a hospital for treatment including stitches. All we could think of was what might have happened if our granddaughter had been playing with our dog.
To put it mildly, their existing pet policy is grossly lacking. They never checked what breed of dog or ask to see documentation of shots when we were registering. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park needs to better manage their pet policy to address aggressive dog breeds and ensure the safety of campers. We camped there for seven days and saw multiple sites have more than one large dog, which in many places we’ve camped at would have been banned due to breed type or size. We have RV’ed extensively across the US and have never seen such careless enforcement of a pet policy regarding aggressive dog breeds. Seriously, think about avoiding this park if you have pets or small children.
GuideMy first visit to New York state was amazing, largely in part due to my campsite at the Woodland Hills campground. I had a back in site and was having problems with my camper, and they were able to change to a pull through at time of check in. However, it was in early May and before the summer crowds. The pond has a fountain which sounds like a small waterfall at night, and wildflowers were in bloom. Very nice bathrooms and showers, and my dog loved the dog park.
ScoutCan a campground be cozy? I think this place is.
It's not too big, and it's not too small, it's just right.
Bring decent tent pegs because you will probably hit a stone or two.
They sell huge bags of firewood for 8 or 9 dollars and it's much better than the plastic wrapped stuff you get at convenience stores.
Last time we went they were sold out and we had to buy (damp) wood elsewhere.
Each loop has a bathroom. They are clean and well-lit.
They have a single building for trash/recycle/reuse and for washing dishes. They also have a playground and a dog park.
The campsites are nice and shaded.
Each site has a picnic table and grill. The picnic tables can be moved around.
No Wi-Fi. Haven't tried to make a call so I'm not sure about that.
I'd feel safe here if I camped alone. Staff are friendly and helpful.
RangerCampsites Great campsites, wooded and cozy, though a little tight for longer rigs as our neighbors found out when they ran over a wooden post backing in. But spaced apart nicely with lots of vegetation between. Nice and level. Amenities Bathrooms are older and need of some repair but let me tell you I was very happy to see a normal shower head with real hot water! So no complaints here. Laundry facilities were clean and open 24/7 with reasonable prices 2.50/2.00 washer/dryer. And the dryers actually worked. Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue. We have Starlink but in a wooded campsite, connecting is an issue but luckily their WiFi was great. Had no issues and could stream just fine. Halloween! We visited mid October and folks had sites decorated and the KOA has trick or treating and other activities every weekend in Oct. we were SO bummed to be leaving on a Friday and miss the festivities because it looked really fun. Would definitely go back. Also, staff was super nice.
TravelerI have camped here many times. There are three campsites; two that require short hikes (.5 miles and .75 miles, respectively) and a third that can be driven to. Each one is far away from the others. The two that are closest are still divided by several hundred feet of wooded area; you can hear if someone at the other campsite shouts loudly enough, but you can't hear normal conversation or see any lights.
There is no cell phone coverage at any of the campsites (if you care about that while camping).
All of the campsites are right next to the Shepaug River. There is a very crude outhouse between campsites #1 and #2, but none at #3. Each campsite has a designated fire pit, and the Steep Rock Association provides ample firewood. SR 1 and SR 2 both have picnic tables at them; SR 3 does not. Pets are welcome; there are many people hiking and camping with dogs, and people ride horses down some of the trails.
On 9/2/17, when camping at SR1, we saw a Dumpster on the side of the trail that leads from campsite SR1 to campsite SR2. I have never seen a Dumpster anywhere at Steep Rock before, so I don't know if that is a permanent new addition or if it was there temporarily.
Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the Steep Rock Association office during the week.
Macedonia Brook State Park offers primitive camping with distinct rustic characteristics that distinguish it from other dog friendly campgrounds near Cornwall Bridge. Sites have portable toilets and water pumps rather than full bathroom facilities. The park spans across varied terrain with elevation changes, creating secluded camping areas amid the wooded landscape of northwestern Connecticut. Temperatures can fluctuate significantly between day and night, especially in spring and fall.
Hiking with elevation changes: Macedonia Brook State Park Campground features trails with moderate difficulty levels. "The loop hike over the mountains was good, at times more intermediate than beginner and I wouldn't try to go it with younger kids. We did the east side one afternoon and the west the next," notes Marque D.
Outdoor skills practice: The primitive setting provides an educational environment for teaching wilderness skills. "The place is great, it's perfect for teaching scouts of all ages how to take and prepare for the wilderness survival badges," writes Merle S.
Stream exploration: Multiple campgrounds offer access to brooks and rivers where dogs can wade. At Macedonia Brook, "We camped next to the brook and one couldn't have had a much better experience," shares Ford S., while another camper mentions, "The brook was great for the kids to explore."
Dark night skies: Austin Hawes Memorial Campground provides exceptional stargazing opportunities. Macedonia Brook similarly offers "a night sky as dark as you can find in CT," according to Kate.
Fishing access: The Farmington River at Austin Hawes provides exceptional angling. "Right on the farmington river and off the main road with access to many many other favorable fishing spots," shares Tom C., while Anthony and Kim C. add that the "Pleasant Valley General Store down the road is great. Provides everything you need in addition to live bait."
Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate the spacing at several pet-friendly campgrounds. At Austin Hawes, campers note "the sites are spaced apart nicely" and "sites are nice and large, with room for trailers." Another camper describes it as having "well spaced out lots, you have a lot of privacy."
Limited cell service: Multiple campgrounds have poor connectivity. At Rudd Pond Area, one camper noted limited connectivity, while at Macedonia Brook, a reviewer mentions, "No cell service. Loved the drive to the camp and following the winding brook."
Weekend crowds vs. weekday tranquility: Campgrounds near Cornwall Bridge experience significant usage patterns. "While I would probably skip Macedonia on the weekends in summer since it looks like it could get packed, a little more off season and during the week it was great. Hardly anyone around," reports a camper.
Bathroom facilities vary widely: From primitive to modern, bathroom options differ across campgrounds. At Copake Falls Area, "Bathroom facilities are adequate," while at Macedonia Brook, facilities consist of "just portable toilets and a few water pumps."
Look for platform tent sites: Point Folly Campground and Copake Falls provide elevated tent platforms. "Each of the sites had a large platform (enough room for one very large tent or 2-3 smaller tents), a fire pit, and picnic table," notes a Copake Falls camper.
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