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Best Campgrounds near Cresskill, NJ

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Camping areas around Cresskill, New Jersey include both developed facilities and more natural settings within an hour's drive. Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park offers tent and RV camping with electric hookups, fire rings, and shower facilities about 20 miles northwest of Cresskill. Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson provides year-round camping with tent sites, RV spaces, and cabin accommodations approximately 15 miles north along the Hudson River. Liberty Harbor RV Park in Jersey City represents one of the closest options to Cresskill, offering 90 RV sites with electric and water hookups in an urban setting with views of the Manhattan skyline.

The camping season varies considerably across the region, with some campgrounds operating year-round while others maintain limited schedules. Beaver Pond Campground typically operates from late April through early October, making it unavailable during winter months. Several campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends when facilities reach capacity quickly. Camp Glen Gray and Campgaw Mountain Reservation in nearby New Jersey provide additional options with varying amenities and reservation systems. Fire regulations differ by location, with some campgrounds permitting campfires in designated rings while others prohibit open flames entirely. A review of Harriman State Park noted that "Welcome to Bear Mountain" grumbles the park ranger as he sits in complete darkness! He is in his ranger hut, checking in the late evening arrivals to the campground."

Waterfront camping ranks high among visitor preferences in the region. Croton Point Park offers Hudson River access and views, making it a popular destination during warmer months. The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center provides boat-in access and lakeside camping that consistently receives positive reviews. Several visitors highlight wildlife encounters as memorable experiences when camping near Cresskill. As one camper reported, "Campsites are fully shaded and include a picnic table, fire ring, and hook to hang food supplies from (away from wildlife). The site was well kept and clean." Urban camping options like Liberty Harbor RV Park offer a unique experience with proximity to New York City attractions, while woodland settings in the surrounding state parks provide more traditional nature-based camping experiences with trails and water activities.

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Best Camping Sites Near Cresskill, New Jersey (74)

    1. Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park

    41 Reviews
    Pomona, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 947-2792

    $21 - $24 / night

    "Drive-in tent campgrounds. Adequate restroom facilities sprinkled amongst tent sites. Some campsites have raised platforms. All sites have picnic tables and fire ring with flip-top grill."

    "The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out."

    2. Liberty Harbor RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Jersey City, NJ
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (201) 516-7500

    $149 / night

    "This is all about location. The closest RV park to NYC. It's basically a parking lot with a dump station. Not much else. Pick one of the larger end row sites to get a little extra elbow room."

    "Basicly a parking lot, but the location can't be beat. 2 ferries that run to Manhattan. Path train is a 12 minute walk away that will take you yyo manhatten."

    3. Croton Point Park

    10 Reviews
    Croton-on-Hudson, NY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (914) 862-5290

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience! Bathrooms with shower is near by and has plenty porta potties all around."

    "Was close to bear mountains state part and the train station is right there!"

    4. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

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

    $74 - $130 / night

    "It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it."

    "This place is only an hour away from NYC with so much to do and see. These cabins are VERY rustic, four walls, a cot, and a fridge."

    5. Collective Governors Island

    5 Reviews
    Jersey City, NY
    18 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."

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

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

    "This was beautiful campground with an even nicer lake. You are able to do a hike around the lake."

    "Great trails to hike for novices looking to branch out but not too large that you'll be lost forever lol highly recommend and can't do so enough 👍🏽"

    7. Camp Glen Gray

    2 Reviews
    Oakland, NJ
    17 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."

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

    8. Campgaw Mountain Reservation

    1 Review
    Ramsey, NJ
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (201) 327-3500

    9. Skyline RV Camp - Non-Waterfront

    2 Reviews
    New York City, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (347) 434-6891

    $85 - $120 / night

    10. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Fishkill, NY
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 225-7207

    $21 / night

    "When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."

    "We were right next to the entrance for hiking trails which was convenient. The facilities are a bit of a walk, but that means it is spread out and there's plenty of room to relax and have fun."

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  • 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.

  • Paul K.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Croton Point Park

    Not the Best Place to Go in the Northeast By a Longshot

    Croton Point Campground is a modest little campground, located along the Hudson River within Croton Point Park in NY. In addition to camping, the park itself offers many of its own attractions, including swimming, hiking, kayaking, cabin rentals, and a host of other family-oriented activities just along the Hudson. 

    The park, which is honestly probably the largest attraction here, is located just an hour and a half outside of the city. This proximity is both its perk and its downfall, as the park itself, but particularly the campground, has become laden with all sorts of inexplicable and burdensome rules, endless guidelines, and restrictions only a New York State-run bureaucracy could ever make sense of, let alone hope to justify. 

    This includes all manner of restrictions on how you can camp, where you can camp, what equipment can be used, and use in relation to what particular site you may have been lucky enough to reserve. Much of this you can understand while imagining what may have taken place here to bring them to such measures, but it doesn't make it any easier to contend with. 

    In terms of the actual camping conditions Both the tenting section and RV sites are each very clustered together, and quite crowded, with regular patrols🚓(actual patrols) being made day and night, by both the Park Rangers and what appears to be general park staff members, all looking to see if you or your family might be doing something that they might consider outside of the guidelines or not in compliance with the many restrictions. 

    This is not to say you can't possibly have a good time here. It just might mean being a bit more diligent toward reviewing the potential legitimacy of your normal camping routine to ensure it meets with many restrictions and guidelines imposed, while also making yourself comfortable with some fairly regular surveillance during your stay here. These all being things we hoped to get away from while camping ourselves It just turned out to be a bit much for our particular liking.

  • Bob F.
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Moon Valley Campground

    Very unique smaller private campground

    This was a great campsite nestled in the foothills of Northern NJ on the NY border. Small, clean with great views and great location for hiking , cruising etc. Bring your tent or use the existing glamping tents. Headed back for a fall weekend in the "dome" which has incredible views. Try it you won't be sorry.

  • Carrie H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2025

    Panther Lake Camping Resort

    Horrid showers

    Probably the worst shower ever. The lights are timed. The water is a button. The space is small as hell.

  • Brittany V.
    Jul. 3, 2025

    Tri-State RV Park

    No frills layover spot

    This place is unique by location alone! We stopped for two nights on our way to CT. They have an onsite buffet with live entertainment if your timing is right. They are also located right on a river that you can easily access by foot. They have a decent laundry facility and full hook ups. No frills at the site but perfect for the commuting RVers just looking for somewhere safe to sleep for the night.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 5, 2025

    Black Bear RV Park

    Under construction

    I would rate this a 5 when they’re finished with the upgrades. Unfortunately there was nothing on this saying that they have limited spaces due to construction or that they changed the name. We passed it up at first. A little pricey just for an overnight and since no amenities were available. It will be beautiful when they’re finished. Can’t wait to come back and give them a 5 star review! The best part was at dusk when the animals came out!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 16, 2025

    Tri-State RV Park

    Good for overnight stop

    Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot. Restrooms are clean. Not much else to say about this CG, is just a parking lot with hookups. air amount of seasonal sites, I suspect are day workers.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 8, 2025

    Heckscher State Park Campground

    My favorite place for group camping

    This place is the best around for group and family camping. The entire campground is one flat open space where some sites are full in the shade and other sites (lower numbers) have lots of sun. I've been going here every summer since 2019 after it re-opened. Each site has a picnic table and grill. Water is also available near the sites.

    You can come here in tents as well as RVs and the staff is very nice. They toilets are cleaned constantly, though they are not immaculate. There is a shop at the entrance to get supplies if you need it and you can rent firepits and buy firewood. The ice cream trucks comes by as well. There is a playground just for the campground.

    Bring a bicycle or scooper and you can ride the loop around to the beach; you can also drive to the beach. There is a pool, but it has not been open for many years. There are also hiking trails and a place where you can rent a kayak.

    On one visit there was a magician performing for the camp goers. I've even been there while there was a philharmonic concert near the campground.

    Park staff and rangers regularly patrol the campground and are diligent about cleaning up.

  • M
    May. 3, 2025

    Blydenburgh County Park

    Great stay

    If your going to be on Long Island ,Suffolk county is really only RV friendly place.Worth buying green key card for resident access.200 but you’d spend that 4 nights regardless.Very clean campgrounds lots of space.Not much to do inside the grounds.

Guide to Cresskill

Camping near Cresskill, New Jersey, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled weekend, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are many trails nearby, perfect for exploring the great outdoors. At Worthington State Forest Campground, one camper mentioned, "The trails are nice and well marked," making it easy to enjoy a day of hiking.
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Round Valley State Park Campground is a great spot. A visitor shared, "The water was clean and provided a lovely view in the morning."
  • Beach Access: For those who love the beach, Wildwood State Park Campground is just a short walk away. One reviewer noted, "The beach is in walking distance. You can swim or fish there."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A visitor at Beaver Pond Campground said, "I like the clean shower and bathroom facilities."
  • Secluded Sites: Many campers enjoy the privacy offered at various campgrounds. One camper at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation mentioned, "The sites are spaced well and have a nice bonus of large fire rings set back in the woods."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner offer tons of activities for kids. A parent shared, "This place is so much fun. My whole family loved the activities."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially on weekends. A camper at High Point State Park Campground expressed frustration, saying, "We received complaints about the volume of our music and karaoke."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A visitor at Stokes State Forest noted, "The bathrooms were nice and had flush toilets, but the showers were out of service during my time."
  • Wildlife Caution: Some areas have bear warnings, so it's essential to be cautious. A camper at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation mentioned, "There are a lot of bear warnings here so that gave us a bit of pause with our three little boys."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. One family at Camp Taylor Campground said, "The kids are kids!!! They play in the creek, get dirty, build fires and hike on the premises."
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Make sure to respect quiet hours to keep the peace. A camper at Beaver Pond Campground advised, "When I plan my trip around the spring, fall, or summer weekends that look sparse it is quiet."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring items to keep your family comfortable, like extra blankets and games. A visitor at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner mentioned, "The camp store had a few necessities and importantly for us, frozen treats."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Clarence Fahnestock State Park noted, "Careful which site you choose."
  • Be Prepared for Hills: Some campgrounds have steep roads. A visitor at Camp Taylor Campground warned, "Make sure if you’re towing, you have a good tow vehicle because the hills on the way there are epic."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check ahead. A camper at Round Valley State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites were well maintained and facilities are easy to get to."

Camping near Cresskill, New Jersey, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Cresskill, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, Cresskill, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 74 campgrounds and RV parks near Cresskill, NJ and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Cresskill, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cresskill, NJ is Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 41 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cresskill, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Cresskill, NJ.

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