Best Glamping near Cos Cob, CT
Mountain Lakes Park in New York houses well-appointed glamping yurts within a 60-mile drive of Cos Cob, Connecticut. These canvas accommodations let guests experience upscale camping surrounded by multiple lakes and hiking trails accessible directly from the glamping sites. One visitor noted, "A fun option available at Mountain Lakes is to rent a yurt to camp in. The area, as the name implies, is home to several lakes which can be used for various recreational purposes." For a more exclusive glamping experience, Collective Governors Island provides luxury canvas tent accommodations with amenities including comfortable beds, electricity, picnic tables, and private fire rings. Both locations feature resort-style camping with drinking water and electricity while maintaining a connection to natural surroundings. Lake Waramaug State Park Campground in New Preston also includes glamping options with full hookups including water, electric, and sewer connections.
Hiking trails at Mountain Lakes Park lead directly from glamping accommodations to Mount Bailey, the highest point in Westchester County, offering scenic views throughout the year. According to a camper, "There are also many hikes which can be trekked straight from the campgrounds which is always a huge plus in my mind." Water activities dominate the summer months at these glamping destinations with swimming, fishing, and kayaking available at most locations. Collective Governors Island provides a unique glamping experience with boat-in access, offering guests an urban escape with comfortable canvas tent accommodations. During winter months, some locations close seasonally, with Lake Waramaug State Park operating from May 26 to September 4. Military families can access exclusive glamping facilities at West Point FMWR Round Pond and Lake Frederick Outdoor Recreation Areas, both offering well-maintained facilities with scenic waterfront locations.
