Cabin accommodations near Ashley Falls are positioned within the Berkshire foothills where Massachusetts meets Connecticut and New York. The area sits at elevations between 700-1,000 feet, creating mild summer temperatures that typically range from 55°F at night to 80°F during peak season. Most cabin rentals in this region can be booked from mid-May through mid-October, with several properties offering extended shoulder season availability.
What to do
Hiking to waterfalls: Copake Falls Area at Taconic State Park offers direct trail access to Bash Bish Falls, a 60-foot waterfall crossing the NY-MA border. "Nice campground, friendly staff, great trails around it. Would come back," notes Priscilla M. about the hiking opportunities from the campground.
Fishing on the Farmington River: Austin Hawes Memorial Campground provides dedicated fishing access to this trophy trout river. "First time here this past fourth of july! Excellent campground for tent campers. Right on the farmington river and off the main road with access to many many other favorable fishing spots," reports Tom C.
Swimming in state park lakes: Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground maintains a beach with lifeguarded swimming areas. As one visitor explains, "They have both platform and dirt tent sites, all sites come equipped with fire pits... 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."
What campers like
Platform tent sites: Several campgrounds near Ashley Falls offer raised wooden platforms for tent camping, providing better drainage during wet weather. A visitor to Lake Taghkanic noted, "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!"
Secluded wooded sites: Austin Hawes Memorial Campground provides more private camping spots. According to one reviewer, "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... In the summer, this place is mosquito central, so bring lots of bug spray or be eaten alive!"
Weekend entertainment: Lone Oak Camp Sites offers structured activities for all ages. One camper shared, "This campground is large and has a variety of sites to choose from. It has a large field for seasonal and large rv's to small wooded sites for tents... it is family oriented and has plenty of activities, but we ignored all that and were pleasantly left alone."
What you should know
Bear activity: Wildlife encounters are possible at several campgrounds in the region. A reviewer at White Pines Campsites mentioned, "We and several other neighboring campers spied a pretty big black bear not far enough away in the late morning hours. I'm sure they are fed well."
Seasonal differences: October Mountain State Forest Campground operates from mid-May to mid-October with varying conditions. One camper advised, "For some, the strange people who haunt certain grounds are a plus... Anyway, being some of the first people to hit a campground like this one early in the season certainly has its benefits. For one, the bathrooms are cleeean as hail."
Noise levels: Some cabins are located near power infrastructure or roadways. A camper at October Mountain State Forest Campground noted, "Outside the entrance station (near the RV sites) is a HUGE power station that emits a hum constantly. Super annoying and an eyesore. You'll see many vehicles drive-by with boats or ATVs in tow as the state forest also has areas suitable for their use."
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation options: White Pines Campsites offers multiple water-based activities for children. A visitor shared, "This campground has been renovated over the past few years. The camp sites are close but there are tons of activities for the kids. They have free paddle board, kayak, pedal boat rentals, and an inflatable water obstacle course."
Scheduled activities: Campgrounds near Ashley Falls often organize weekend events. A Lone Oak Camp Sites visitor mentioned, "Nice clean well run campground. Entertainment all weekend with lots of staff. Play areas, pool over 21 bar area bands etc. well worth a visit and close to berkshires."
Cabin availability for groups: Coordinating multiple accommodation types is possible at select locations. One White Pines Campsites guest explained, "We camped here with a group of friends - about a dozen in all. It was easy to coordinate with the staff to get a few tent sites and a cabin in close distance. Campsites were a bit minimal, and amenities were OK."
Tips from RVers
Site selection importance: Housatonic Meadows State Park Campground offers varying site quality based on location. A long-time visitor advised, "This is a small campground and the sites on the north side are the only ones worth staying at... Our first 24 hours were a bit of a let down, as we landed right in the middle of a 3 site family 'fiesta'... but we used Winnebago 1700BH to block it out."
Seasonal site options: Copake Camping Resort (formerly Copake KOA) maintains year-round facilities. A visitor noted, "This was our first time staying since it was no longer a KOA. The comcrete patio sites once nicely maintained with gravel, woodchips and flowers were now just some flowers and weeds... They offer a mix of site types in both full sun and shaded areas."
Water and electric access: Check utility locations when booking cabin or RV sites. A camper at October Mountain warned, "What site you get makes all the difference... Additionally, there is a station nearby that offers a constant hum and during the week there are trucks going in and out before 7am. The closer to the street side the worse it is."
