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    Liberty Harbor RV Park's central location attracts pet owners visiting New York City, with water and electric hookups in a fenced marina area where dogs are welcome. The park maintains 24-hour security and provides a designated area for pet relief, though the gravel parking lot layout offers minimal green space for dogs. Campgaw Mountain Reservation permits pets at its primitive tent and RV sites with picnic tables and trash receptacles. The reservation's trail network allows leashed dogs, with several paths running directly through the campground. Visitors note that while the campsite becomes quiet after sunset, popular hiking trails run close to camping areas, making early morning dog walkers a common occurrence.

    Nickerson Beach Park Campground features full hookup RV sites where pets are permitted, though dogs are not allowed on the adjacent beach. A dedicated dog run is available on the opposite side of the beach parking lot for exercising pets. The campground is situated near veterinary clinics in Long Island's Lido Beach area, providing emergency pet care options for campers. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation offers pet-friendly tent sites, RV spots with water and electric hookups, and cabins that welcome dogs, with nearby hiking trails providing additional exercise opportunities. During peak summer months, campers should be aware that limited shade at some of these facilities can create hot conditions for pets, requiring extra water and cooling considerations.

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      1. Liberty Harbor RV Park

      3.8(16)8mi from Edgewater1 siteRVs

      "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."

      from $145 - $180 / night

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      2. Skyline RV Camp - Waterfront

      5.0(1)7mi from Edgewater20 sitesRVs

      "A little intimidating driving in to a nondescript gate at the end of a narrow street but the overall experience exceeded expectation."

      from $130 / night

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      3. New York City North/Newburgh KOA

      4.2(40)29mi from Edgewater129 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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."

      from $17 - $20 / night

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      4. Skyline RV Camp - Non-Waterfront

      2.0(2)7mi from Edgewater28 sitesRVs

      from $85 - $120 / night

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      5. Cheesequake State Park Campground

      3.7(19)30mi from EdgewaterRVs, Tents

      "I stayed at Cheesequake at the beginning of August and had a very positive experience."

      "This park is on the list of 50 top NJ Hikes, and it has a few great trails. The trails range from easy to moderate with quite a few lookout locations."

      from $200 / night

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      6. Croton Point Park

      3.7(10)26mi from EdgewaterRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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!"

      from $30 - $60 / night

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      7. Nickerson Beach Park Campground

      3.6(9)25mi from EdgewaterRVs, Tents

      "It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around."

      "They have a dog park basketball courts playground swimming just about everything."

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      8. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

      4.7(6)26mi from Edgewater40 sitesTents, Cabins

      "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."

      from $74 - $130 / night

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      9. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation

      4.7(18)34mi from EdgewaterRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Located in the Skylands of New Jersey, Mahlon Dickerson Campgound is a perfect place to spend a few nights or a couple of weeks. The campsites are paved and mostly level. They are wooded and large."

      "Police patrolled, and dog friendly."

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      10. Campgaw Mountain Reservation

      3.0(1)20mi from EdgewaterTents
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    • Cynthia K.
      Aug. 30, 2024

      Great Divide Campground

      Rock'in

       Our 4rth state in our 5 state trip is New Jersey! We wanted to see Delaware Water Gap NRA & I found a campground by Newton called The Great Divide. This is a private campground. Very scenic with a small lake, a pond & surrounded by woods. This is also the most expensive campground on our trip at $96.11 a night.

           Lots to do for families- they have kayaks for camper use. Horseshoes, tether ball, volleyball, a pool, a playground, a dog park. There's a swimming beach.

       One strange thing is there's a lot of tent sites & they seemed popular. For the amount of tent/popup sites they only have 1 shower per loop. They are very clean & checked often, but they're used heavily during the weekend. I had better luck Sunday evening. A bench outside the bathroom would have been nice to sit & wait. 

       The rv sites were all full hookup on our loop.

         We came in on a Friday & found out this campground ROCKS!!! They have live bands every Friday & Saturday night during the warm months. This might explain the higher rates. Party on!

    • Mackenzie B.
      Aug. 4, 2018

      Nickerson Beach Park Campground

      surfers dream

      I grew up in Long Beach. If you’re looking for a spot to camp so you can surf, this is perfect! It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around.

      benefits: allows dogs childrens playground beach programs like movie nights throughout the summer

    • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Dec. 14, 2023

      Stephens State Park Campground

      Might be hard for big rigs

      Lovely campground, but maybe not the best for big rigs. We drove through here thinking we’d stay a night, but saw the “no pets” in the list of rules and didn’t stay. Later, when I was looking at the closeup of the picture of the campground map we took, I saw that some of the sites are designated as pet sites. Would have been nice to know that. Also, no alcohol allowed here. 

      The campground as a whole and the individual sites are kind of tricky for bigger rigs. We are in a 26ft class c and we squeezed through, and there were a few sites where we could have made it work, but I can imagine a big class A or 5th wheel having a tough time. 

      Showers here are nice and free and clean, water runs continuously (no button to push), and you can adjust the temperature. There’s a playground and volleyball court. There are dumpsters but no recycling (not sure if New Jersey segregates recycling after pickup). 

      ATT had some reception but we forgot to check the Verizon phone. 

      Didn’t see any instructions for how to pay if you don’t have a reservation. Reserved sites were marked, so maybe you just pick an empty unreserved site and a ranger will come collect the fees- but I’m just guessing. We drove through at the end of October and only saw one camper there, and another that might have been the host.

    • LThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 10, 2026

      Nickerson Beach Park Campground

      Great place

      Very nice family oriented, places the beach, which is great except for the birds watch out they come at you. They have a dog park basketball courts playground swimming just about everything.

    • Jeff W.
      Oct. 29, 2018

      Mahlon Dickerson Reservation

      Quiet County Park with Large Sites

      Located in the Skylands of New Jersey, Mahlon Dickerson Campgound is a perfect place to spend a few nights or a couple of weeks. The campsites are paved and mostly level. They are wooded and large. Water and electric hookups and a dump station. Convenient for hiking and exploring, it's also only a 20 minute drive to a large mall in Rockaway.

    • Joey
      Aug. 31, 2018

      High Point State Park Campground

      highest park in New Jersey

      Beautiful park with in the skylands region of New Jersey. Great campsites on a lake, with lots of hiking and biking trails right from your site. Hike to the monument at the highest point in the state, or maybe along the Appalachian trail, or maybe just a swim in the lake. Either way there’s plenty to see and do at High Point State Park.

    • Trip Over Life
      Oct. 23, 2018

      Stokes State Forest

      Ranger Review: humangear FlexiBowl and GoBites at Steam Mill Campground

      Campground Review

      Stokes State Forest has four campgrounds. The Steam Mill Camping Area is tucked out the of the way and is the most primitive. It is the smallest of the campgrounds with 27 sites only suitable for tents or small trailers/campervans. 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. Many sites are a bit rocky.

      We selected site T219. It was a solid choice: private but close to the toilet and water. Some sites located around the opposite side of the ring back up to a babbling brook. The rushing water will soothe you to sleep.

      Remember, this is bear country so proper food storage is a must. Bear lockers are not provided. The area also has ticks and rattlesnakes.

      Outdoor activities in the area abound. Go fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, and more. There are 21 marked trails that cover over 63 miles within the boundaries of Stokes State Forest. Twelve miles are part of the Appalachian Trail. Pick up a hiking map at the park office or download the Avenza Maps app.

      This visit we hiked the Tillman Ravine trail (tip: make the trail a loop and visit both the ravine and the nearby old cemetery).

      You can also drive or hike to Sunset Mountain Scenic Overlook for a view of High Point Monument. High Point Monument is the highest elevation in New Jersey and is located in High Point State Park which borders Stokes State Forest on the north. High Point State Park also offers camping, hiking, sightseeing opportunities. And, on the western border of Stokes State Forest is the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. So, there is lots of outdoors to get out and explore!

      Product Review

      We camped at the Steam Mill Camping Area in Stokes State Forest in our campervan over a chilly autumn weekend. We had the opportunity to cook some soup on our stovetop and chill out by the campfire. And, as Rangers for The Dyrt, we get products to test from time to time so we were psyched to try out some new dinnerware and cutlery. This included the FlexiBowl and GoBites from humangear.

      What made these humangear products pretty awesome? Well, the fun colors to start. I mean, seriously, my orange bowl rules. The FlexiBowl also has some neat features: it’s flexible - just like the name suggests - and foldable. The bowl can be squished and stuffed anywhere. And, the top section can be folded down to create a smaller bowl. The FlexiBowl is versatile yet durable. It held my hearty, warm soup just perfectly.

      I paired the FlexiBowl with one of the GoBites utensils (the Uno model). The Uno model is my favorite - it has a fork on one side and a spoon on the other side. Very simple and convenient. The other GoBites models include the Duo (separate fork and spoon that can snap together) and the Trio (a fork, spoon, and knife - with bottle opener - in a case).

      PRO TIP: I keep the Trio GoBites model in my travel pack at all times. It recently came in handy on a (non-camping) trip to Sardinia. The knife on the Trio allowed me to slice some delicious local cheese to pair with bread, jam, and wine that was purchased from the grocery store. YUM.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 16, 2021

      Stokes State Forest

      Great area, decent camping experience

      Stokes is nestled in a beautiful part of New Jersey and it’s just remote enough that you can get away from the crowds and activity while still being in a short driving distance of restaurants, grocery stores, etc. We stayed at Lake Ocquittunk, which was a little disappointing. The site itself (T001) was absolutely massive and stunningly beautiful. Unfortunately, when the site was cleared, trees were cut down to the stump and the stumps were just left there. This posed both a tripping hazard and a driving hazard. You have to weave your way around the various stumps and small boulders protruding from the ground in all lighting conditions. The site is on a gentle slope, which made it difficult to find a level area for the tent, but we found a spot that suited us perfectly. The campground overall needs some improvement. It almost felt neglected or abandoned. The bathrooms weren’t great, but I’ve seen much worse. The park staff were incredibly helpful and generous with time and information. Directions were easy to follow and we felt comfortable staying there. Ultimately, we would gladly return in the future, but we might visit in a warmer season.

    • C
      Sep. 21, 2021

      Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort

      Not a Resort, despite the name and per night fee.

      Some things you should be aware of before booking: The office, playground, dog park, pool, laundry are located at the top of the hill. Camping spots are downhill, a good distance from the office and amenities. Trash is located off site in a pullout on the road you drive in on. There are 2 showers for women and 2 for men. Both are old and not well maintained or in our experience clean, either. In general the camping spots are not well maintained, weedy, un-level and picnic tables are weathered and warped. This resort campground is composed of mainly residents, the rules (we observed) apply to the overnight campers, not the residents. Children of the residents run free all day and past curfew in the evenings unsupervised. The setting is quiet, the views from the upper level are lovely. With some updating of bath facilities, cleaning and leveling of campsites, uniform enforcement of rules, Pleasant Acres could become a resort destination.

    Guide to Edgewater

    Campsites near Edgewater provide access to the varied terrain of the New Jersey-New York border region, where elevations range from sea level to 400 feet. Winter camping temperatures typically drop to 20-30°F, while summer highs reach 85-90°F with moderate humidity. Most campgrounds in this urban-adjacent area require advance reservations, particularly from May through September when occupancy rates exceed 80%.

    What to do

    Hiking at Beaver Pond: Access numerous hiking trails directly from the campground with options for all skill levels. The trails offer views of Welch Lake and surrounding forest. "The biggest positive about Beaver Pond is how spread out it was. You definitely feel like you have your own space and are not camping on top of your neighbor," says Ethan K. about Beaver Pond Campground.

    Urban exploration from Liberty Harbor: Stay within minutes of Manhattan with transit access to major attractions. "Very plain & functional, no frills but right on the harbor & on the very edge of Jersey City, close to a ferry & the train that takes u across to New York City. Shopping & restraunts are right next door. We brought scooters & had a great stay!" notes Emily L. about Liberty Harbor RV Park.

    Beach activities: Access Atlantic beaches with swimming and surfing opportunities during summer months. "Right on the beach! Great spot to camp at if the waves are pumping at Lido Beach on Long Island," writes Michael K. about Nickerson Beach Park Campground.

    What campers like

    Proximity to NYC with natural settings: Many campsites offer quick access to urban attractions while providing wooded environments. "About 30 minutes from sleepy hollow and tarrytown NY and only an hour to central park!! Deer running everywhere and surprisingly beautiful and quaint," reports Megan B. about Beaver Pond Campground.

    Spacious, private sites: Several campgrounds feature well-separated camping areas. "The campground is small but also secluded. We always hike to the lake here, it's a very easy hike and also very peaceful," notes Paulene-Amanda M. about Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.

    Camp amenities for longer stays: Extended-stay campers appreciate facilities that make longer visits comfortable. "Our site is easily the nicest- all the way in the back with only one neighbor. It is so quiet here. The sites are spaced well and have a nice bonus of large fire rings set back in the woods a bit from the pad that you park on," shares Greg S. about Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.

    What you should know

    Bear activity in some areas: Several campgrounds report bear presence, requiring proper food storage. "Welcome to Bear Mountain' grumbles the park ranger as he sits in complete darkness! He offers us a highlighted map to our site, wishes us a good stay, and gives us the run down on bear activity in the area," reports Steve W. about camping at Harriman State Park.

    Noise levels vary significantly: Some campgrounds maintain quiet hours while others experience continuous activity. "Campgaw doesn't seem to offer much in terms of a camping experience. The sites themselves are fairly close to the road and there are super popular hiking trails that run right through all the camps. If you like being woken up by folks walking their dog at 7 AM, this is the spot for you," explains Jake R. about Campgaw Mountain Reservation.

    Limited facilities at some locations: Amenities vary widely between campgrounds. "No facilities, just a porta-jon, but i think that makes it better. Police patrolled, and dog friendly," reports Paul N. about Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.

    Tips for camping with families

    Rustic cabins for family comfort: Several parks offer basic cabin accommodations for families not ready for tent camping. "These cabins are VERY rustic, four walls, a cot, and a fridge. You still feel like you are 'roughing it' but with the convenience of a fridge. Absolutely zero phone service (for T-Mobile) which was AMAZING," notes Sara P. about Sebago Cabin Camp.

    Playground and beach access: Look for campgrounds with recreational facilities for children. "Great location and quick to get to from NYC. 45 minute drive and location has a lot of amenities. Full bathrooms and slop sinks throughout the campsite. Hike trails are all over the place and the lake is nearby," shares Kelvin about Harriman State Park.

    Dog friendly campgrounds near Edgewater: Most local campgrounds allow pets, but with restrictions. "Campsite allows dogs, however, the beach does not. They have a small dog run on the other side of the large beach parking lot," explains Theresa G. about Nickerson Beach Park Campground.

    Tips from RVers

    Urban RV parking challenges: RVs face unique challenges accessing campgrounds near NYC. "Getting in and out of the city is an adventure. Stay right off the highway to avoid the $30 tunnel toll. Follow RV life pro and not Waze," advises Joe R. about Liberty Harbor RV Park.

    Site selection for larger rigs: Carefully select sites if traveling with larger RVs. "Very clean and quiet. Website lists water hook ups at long distances but they have hose reels to help with that. Our site (15) said 75' however the 50' hose reel made it to our rv connection," shares antruze about Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.

    Hookup availability: Most pet-friendly RV parks near Edgewater offer limited hookups. "Easy to navigate our 38 ft. RV. Easy to dump and fill. Peaceful. Close to train to N. Y. City," notes Nancymike K. about Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.

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