Best Cabin Camping near Caldwell, NJ

Cabin accommodations near Caldwell include rustic options at Camp Glen Gray and Mahlon Dickerson Reservation. The cabins at Camp Glen Gray feature basic amenities with access to shared bathroom facilities, while Mahlon Dickerson offers cabins with electric hookups and heating for year-round use. Mahlon Dickerson cabins are situated on paved, level sites surrounded by wooded areas that provide privacy between accommodations. Most cabins include sleeping platforms or beds, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills. "Cabins are always clean and stocked with firewood. Lots of hiking trails," according to one visitor's experience at Camp Glen Gray.

Rustic cabin options range from basic shelters to more equipped accommodations with varying amenities. Most locations require advance reservations, particularly during summer and fall weekends when availability becomes limited. Camp Glen Gray prohibits vehicles within the campground but offers gear transportation services during favorable weather conditions. Pet policies vary by location, with Mahlon Dickerson allowing leashed pets while Camp Glen Gray does not permit them in cabin areas. The reservation system at most locations opens months in advance, with a recent review noting that Mahlon Dickerson provides "large, wooded campsites with electric and water" that make it "perfect for spending a few nights or a couple of weeks."

Most cabins do not provide linens, pillows, or cooking utensils, so visitors should pack their own bedding, towels, and meal preparation supplies. Some locations like Camp Glen Gray maintain a trading post where campers can purchase basic provisions and treats. Refrigeration is typically not available in rustic cabins, so coolers are recommended for food storage. Firewood is commonly provided or available for purchase on-site, though supplies may be limited during peak periods. Water access points are available at most cabin locations, but guests should verify proximity to their specific cabin when booking.

Best Cabin Sites Near Caldwell, New Jersey (51)

    1. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation

    18 Reviews
    Jefferson, NJ
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 697-3140

    "There are level padded sites with electric and water (in warmer months). Sites were spaced out with beautiful woods in the background. Hiking trail goes right through the campground."

    "Fire pit with grill and picnic table."

    2. Collective Governors Island

    6 Reviews
    Jersey City, NY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 445-2033

    $529 - $1200 / night

    "The article also mentions the benefits of camping on Governor Island, such as feeling close to nature, relaxing and enjoying a peaceful space, away from the noise of the city."

    3. Camp Glen Gray

    2 Reviews
    Oakland, NJ
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (201) 327-7234

    $5 - $200 / night

    "One rustic place with many hiking trails to choose from. Camp also provides trucking of gear weather permitting. No vehicles allowed to drive through camp. Trading Post for treats and other items."

    "Cabins are always clean and stocked with firewood. Lots of hiking trails. Trading post is well stocked and volunteers are always friendly and able to answer any questions"

    4. Panther Lake Camping Resort

    17 Reviews
    Andover, NJ
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 347-4440

    "Fire rings and picnic tables provided at each site and cabin. Lots of family activities on the weekend. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub, Hiking trails and paved roads to ride bike."

    "Fun camping place to books groups. Very kid and pet friendly, lake to fish and kayak on, lots of activities, great pool and awesome hot tub."

    5. Great Divide Campground

    16 Reviews
    Andover, NJ
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 383-4026

    "Not only is it in a beautiful setting, but the sites have a nice amount of space and everything is so clean. The pool was great and the laundry room was immaculate."

    "The campgrounds were very big and spread out and the campsites have their own space so you can enjoy quiet at night. Each site had a water spout and electric plug in."

    6. Staten Island — Gateway National Recreation Area - CLOSED for 2025

    4 Reviews
    Bayonne, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (718) 354-4655

    $30 / night

    "You have a clear view of the Narrow bridge and at night the city lights light up your surroundings light a nigh light. The camp here has 7 campsites here and it fill up really fast."

    "this place is awesome when it comes to finding an affordable place to stay while in NY, this camp ground isnt your usual forest camp sites, however there are some beautiful views, and it is located in"

    7. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

    6 Reviews
    Sloatsburg, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 429-2039

    $74 - $130 / night

    "They have rustic cabins. Theae do not have plumbing or heat. It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it."

    "Near lake Welch- which is phenomenal for easy nearly- beach like camping. The cabins are "rustic" - but there's what you need: cots, electricity, a fridge."

    8. Stokes State Forest

    27 Reviews
    Layton, NJ
    36 miles
    Website

    $7 - $55 / night

    "The cabins are reasonably priced and well-appointed, if a bit rustic. The interior features are just what you'd expect for getting away for the weekend."

    "No pets or alcohol allowed.

    The campground has a pit toilet and a well. Each large campsite has a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern hook. Some sites also have a tent platform."

    9. The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center — Harriman State Park

    6 Reviews
    Pomona, NY
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (617) 523-0636

    "They offer cabins and campsites.  We spent 4 nights in the campsite area and this is a first class facility.  Very clean. "

    "Beautiful lakes all over the place.

    The AMC camp in Harriman is fantastic too! Those are reserved and paid cabins and platforms."

    10. Swartswood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    13 Reviews
    Newton, NJ
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 383-5230

    "We booked a campsite at the far end of the loop by the lake, which looked to be the right spot for some privacy, but a longer walk to the bathroom and water spigot."

    "This campsite, CS52, was in the woods and we were able to get the illusion of privacy by parking the cars along the road as a makeshift wall and pitching our tents beside them, facing inward."

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Cabin Reviews near Caldwell, NJ

451 Reviews of 51 Caldwell Campgrounds


  • Erik M.
    May. 1, 2020

    Allaire State Park - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Close getaway

    I've stayed in the cabins here a couple times. Love the area lots to do hiking fishing nature walks, something for everyone. Cabins are no frills yet very nice no electricity they are equipi with 4 bunks a LG picnic table and a wood stove for heat. Also a nice porch fire ring and a charcoal grill

  • charles C.
    Aug. 5, 2021

    Turkey Swamp Park

    Swamp adventure

    Clean bathrooms, friendly staff. Spacious sites but lacks privacy. All sites have electric and water. Cabin rentals available. Hiking and biking galore. Beautiful lake for canoeing and fishing. Archery range available. Playground for kids.

  • A
    Apr. 22, 2021

    Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

    No RV sites a step up from tent camping.

    They have rustic cabins. Theae do not have plumbing or heat. It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it.

  • W L.
    Jan. 8, 2022

    Stokes State Forest

    Cozy Cabins and Serene Trails

    Rented a cabin in November (#009) and again in December (#008) of 2021. I favored Cabin 8, the kitchen and bathroom were separated from the main room.

    The cabins are reasonably priced and well-appointed, if a bit rustic. The interior features are just what you'd expect for getting away for the weekend. THe main room has a bunk bed and two twins, a table with benches, two Adirondack chairs, a wood stove set into a fireplace (some cabins still feature a fireplace only, but these two did not), hot/cold water, electric stove with oven, refrigerator, toilet, bathroom sink, mirror, plenty of hooks to hang jackets and coats, storage cabinets in the kitchen area, overhead lighting, wall outlets, and screened windows.

    The doors feature deadbolt locks - so be sure to always take the key or set the lock to be unlocked all the time.

    The mattresses are vinyl covered, so you can wipe them down with your own sanitizing wipes. There was hand sanitizer in each cabin as well.

    Outside is a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. There are hooks near the door to hang a lantern.

    The park office is not nearby, about 2(?) miles away. They sell wood, and there are a few road stands near the campground, but that wood is wet. You'll need to find some birch to get your fire going if, like me, you didn't buy wood on the way (plenty of signs for wood as you approach the park office) and the office was closed upon arrival. I bought wood from a house across the street from the entrance to the cabins and it was damp, but in November, I wasn't complaining, it took awhile but I got a nice blaze going. You need that wood stove to heat up the cabin. Turning on the oven is a help, but not a good solution. The wood stove definitely heats the room up nicely. I went through two bundles of wood in one night, and could have used more in the morning. (There's plenty of fallen wood around but it was damp/raining both times I visited). The second time I took six bundles of wood and used them all from Friday to Sunday morning, and 7 would've have been better.

    The trails nearby are varied, read the maps (especially NY NJ Trail Conference Maps) to get an idea of difficulty/elevation. We went in November when there was a light rain that turned into a thunderstorm with hail and sleet! It was certainly an adventure. The area was  incredibly peaceful in December with many cabin reservations abandoned due to rain in the forecast. It did rain, but was still a great trip. The photos of the tent sites were taken in December.

  • Dwight D.
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Jenny Jump State Forest

    Cute Comfortable Shelter

    This is the first time we decided to forgo tent camping and reserve a shelter at a state park. We had a much better experience than we were expecting! The "shelter" is what we would describe as a "cabin"; four walls, a roof, locking door, locking windows, large picture frame front window, four beds(two bunks), a wood burning stove, and a porch. Even compared to our glamping this was luxury!!

    There are eight shelters at Jenny Jump State Park. Shelter 2 is a minute walk from the restroom with sink/shower and water. Shelters 7 & 8 are even closer while 4 & 5 are the furthest, may an extra 5 minutes walk? The dead end means there isn't too much traffic, though the road is right there so you can wave to the other campers heading to the restroom or for hikes. There is a trail head at one of the parking lots. During the day the parking lots filled up and there was some overflow parking for day-hikers across the road. We got to see their dogs, so that was a bonus for us! Otherwise, this shelter is not situated too close to the other shelters and feels very private.

    We brought battery-powered lights since there is no electricity. There were coat hooks and a built-in shelf for our snacks, games, and other supplies. There was a picnic table and benches inside. We brought camping chairs for relaxing on the porch. We spent most of our time on the porch; cooking, chatting, and crafting while enjoying the sunshine and breeze.

    Oh, this shelter is wheelchair accessible. Some of the others are not.

  • Kelly F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2022

    Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA

    It's a KOA

    Its our first stop of many and we wanted to shake out any glitches with our new camper at a public campground. The staff are very helpful and accommodateing. This campground although dated offers all the necessary comforts-Wifi, hot showers, electric etc. Currently, there are various updates occurring: additional sites, new tiny cabins, WIFI and electric are also being modernized. We opted to relocate to a site with less construction occurring and although you can still hear back hoes etc-our view has much improved. We wish there was easier access to bike and hike trails so we didn't have to drive to a location but overall a comfortable and positive experience.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 18, 2025

    Turkey Swamp Park

    Nicely wooded park with many activity options

    General: Smallish (64-site) county park campground. There are also three cabins. As soon as you turn off the main road to the park, all roads are dirt, which was a bit surprising. They were well-maintained and in dry weather, not a problem, but probably not if it was rainy. The campground is in five loops with the bathhouse located in the D Loop. 

    Site Quality: Sites in Loops B-E all have pull-thru driveways. Sites are all level, very generous in size, and reasonably spaced apart for privacy. A lantern hook, picnic table, and fire ring complete each site. As mentioned, all roads and camper pads are dirt. There are some ADA sites but the only thing distinguishing them from others is their proximity to the bathroom. 

    Bath/Shower House: Very clean. Soap and paper towels are provided. The only thing missing were hooks or shelves for toiletries but there was a large bench that could be used. Since it is located in the D Loop it would have been helpful to have pathways leading from the other loops. Did not use the shower so cannot comment. 

    Activities/Amenities: There is a lake with a boat dock and a small boardwalk. Kayaking/Canoeing, fishing, and swimming. In the summer, canoe, kayak, paddle boats, and row boats are available for rental. Several short (longest one is 2.5 miles) hiking trails that are fairly well-marked but can be a bit confusing at times. Some sections of the trails were muddy due to swamps and bogs but passable. There is also a fitness trail. There is an archery range and a council ring (campfire). There is a dump station and laundry facility with brand-new washers and dryers (however, you need to pay using an app on your phone). The office is open until 9 pm and sells ice, firewood, and bait. There are age-appropriate playgrounds both in the campground and by the office. 

    There are not a lot of camping opportunities in NJ, and this was a nice one. The campground was only about 20% occupied when we were there at the end of April, so our stay was a quiet one.

  • B
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Tohickon Valley County Park

    One stop shop for adventure!

    This place is amazing! everything you could want, from tent and RV camping to cabin rentals. They also have a pool and playground. some of my favorite parts of this park are a good 100’ rack wall perfect for climbing, great fishing, trails for miles that even connects to the AT, and when scheduled they open the dam up stream for som world class whitewater rafting.

    As for some things that aren’t listed. this is no alcohol permitted in the park due to it being a state park, however that all depends on how open you are about it and the Park rangers. Cell phone service is limited last time I was up there in 2012 only people with Verizon Wireless had any reception. Also there is no WiFi. No hookups or camp store.

  • Damia F.
    Aug. 29, 2025

    High Point State Park Campground

    Relaxing and Well-Maintained

    Stayed 2 nights and it was really nice. Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping. Camps are secluded from each other and most if not all have an elevated space to put tents or chairs. Each place comes with a lamp hang, a fire pit, and a picnic table. Bathrooms are spaced out. No running water except for pump founded outside of the bathrooms. Toilets are pump flushed. Showers are only located INSIDE High Point State Park, not throughout the campsites, but entry is free for campers. One hiking trail is accessible in Sawmill campground, 3 others are accessible on the road outside of the campground and the rest are located inside the park. When you arrive you have to check in with the park office for your campsite tag. Hours are 8-4. Park officials come through the campsites pretty regularly, a few times a day which is nice. Areas are clean and well maintained.


Guide to Caldwell

Cabin camping near Caldwell, New Jersey offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle while enjoying the great outdoors.

Explore the Scenic Trails of Harriman State Park

Cabins are Available at Great Divide Campground

  • The Great Divide Campground provides a variety of cabin options, perfect for families looking to enjoy a weekend getaway with plenty of activities.
  • At Camp Glen Gray, you can find clean cabins stocked with firewood, making it easy to enjoy cozy evenings around the fire.
  • For a unique experience, consider the luxurious dome structures at Moon Valley Campground, which combine comfort with a touch of adventure.

Some Prices for Cabin Camping Range from $20 to $105

  • Cabin rentals at Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park start at around $20 per night, offering a budget-friendly option for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • The Great Divide Campground has cabin prices that can go up to $96 per night, providing a range of amenities and activities for guests.
  • At Camp Glen Gray, you can enjoy a rustic cabin experience for approximately $20 a night, making it an affordable choice for families.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Caldwell, NJ is Mahlon Dickerson Reservation with a 4.7-star rating from 18 reviews.

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