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Camp Glen Gray offers rustic cabin glamping accommodations in a serene woodland setting near Ridgewood, New Jersey. The cabins feature clean spaces stocked with firewood and surrounded by multiple hiking trails. Additional glamping options can be found at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, which provides electric hookups, drinking water, and showers in a wooded setting. For a more distinctive experience, Moon Valley Campground features geodesic dome structures that provide panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The domes blend comfort with natural surroundings while maintaining proximity to hiking opportunities. Collective Governors Island provides a more upscale glamping experience with electricity and market access. "The 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," noted one Christopher M. about Camp Glen Gray.
The surrounding area offers extensive recreational opportunities with multiple hiking trails directly accessible from the glamping sites. Visitors at Mahlon Dickerson can explore miles of wooded paths including connections to nearby lakes and overlooks. Moon Valley Campground sits near the Appalachian Trail while remaining just an hour from Manhattan, creating an ideal balance of wilderness and accessibility. Water activities are available at several nearby lakes, with Panther Lake Camping Resort offering boating options from April through November. Most glamping sites in the region operate seasonally, with peak availability from April through October. The trading post at Camp Glen Gray provides supplies and treats for glampers who prefer not to venture far from their accommodations. A visitor described Moon Valley as "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."
"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"
"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."
from $5 - $200 / night
Check Availability"Arrived to campsite late but easily found. Campsite and lean to was clean. Fire pit with grill and picnic table."
"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."
"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."
"So it rained during set up and it rained during take down. It stopped raining for a bit and we took a nice walk around the campsite, out to the lake and back. Then night fell and so did the rain."
from $7 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Very kid and pet friendly, lake to fish and kayak on, lots of activities, great pool and awesome hot tub."
"The campground is clean, the people who live there are friendly, very well organized, sites are big, street are easy to travel, the amnesties are good, the welcome center store is has the basic needs,"
"Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping."
"It is not very private/secluded as it is right by the road, but we enjoy waving at neighbors driving or walking by. Short 5-10 min walk to the restroom and water, no sinks or showers."
from $5 - $20 / night
Check Availability"Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only. Will return! Staff is friendly and helpful. Military families should check it out!"
"The campground is beautiful and the staff was wonderful! We started our camping season off right with a quick weekend stay at Round Pound. We were very impressed with the playground on site!"
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Love the pool and small pond for fishing it is well stocked with little fish. The barn with games is nice. They have theme weekends with lots of activities. Nice store & food by the pool."
"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."
"The Moon Valley Campground is an awesome spot for those who want to camp in luxury, with their awesome dome structures. "
from $50 - $275 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $529 - $1200 / night
Check Availability"The staff was friendly and accommodating, and the camp store was well-stocked with essentials."
"Rafting and hiking is always a great time, and you can have a good campfire with music and a few beers and nobody is going to bother you."
from $75 - $400 / night
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ScoutThis 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.
GuideEasy access from Rt 80 and located close to the Lakota Wolf Preserve. With tours leaving them campground twice a day on both Saturday and Sundays for the wolf preserve, I was glad there was camping so close. The camping selection of sites is excellent with Cabins, Glamping tents, primitive tent sites and of course RV sites. I choose to stay in one of the glamping tents and was pleasantly surprised at the space inside the tent even with a double bed and two other fold out couches to beds. Water is available at the site. A small lake for swimming and boating. And lots of trails linking you to the Delaware river water gap area.
RangerCampground 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.
TravelerHaving been here on a few occasions I will say it is def a beautiful spot in many regards. However, there are some downsides.
Positives: sites are decent sized with fire pits and picnic tables. easy access to hiking, convenient to a beautiful vineyard, peaceful region, and the most amazing wolf preserve is right next to you.
Negative: limited access to firewood. sites are picked clean, quiet hours are strongly enforced- which can be a good thing depending upon who you are, the lake is anything but refreshing.
GuideStayed 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.
ScoutNice, family friendly campground with 3 levels to camp at. Top level has a pool, showers and bathrooms with laundry area and game room. Middle level has open field with bathrooms with sinks and running water. There is water and electric on the sites at the middle level. River level has more primitive bathrooms and some bathrooms with running water. You can camp right next to the river and it has a great view.
RangerMy first trip to this campground was September 2020. We wanted to get out of the house, but stay clear of other campers during the pandemic. 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. The other 3/4 of the campsite was bound by trees and shrubs which was nice and why we chose the spot. Other sites are more open and only the darkness of night will give you privacy. Each campsite has a firepit/ring, picnic table, and lantern hook.
We hung out at the campsite mostly, using the fire pit, playing frisbee, and relaxing in our hammocks. When we did roam a bit, there was a nice lake, with seating every so often and a boat dock ramp thing in the campground. There was also a playground, beach, pavilion, and picnic tables, but we did not use any of that.
Campsite sells fire wood. Clean bathrooms with flush toilets and showers, masks required for the pandemic.
LegendLocation- 4 stars- close to NYC but kinda just in the woods and close to homes, not much around.
Sites- 4 stars- a real mixed bag- the rv/trailer only section is really nice, wooded. Has a classic campground feel. The other tent/cabin side was loud and not private. Ours is really great- very woodsy and private, close to amenities.
Staff- 5 stars. Friendly and helpful.
Camping Clientele- 4- a real mixed bag here too.
Amenities- 4 stars. Two pools but both were overcrowded. Playground was large and in decent condition. Mini golf looked pretty small and basic. Jumping pad was under construction and closed, oh well.
Pleasant place overall. Worked well for us as a one night stop. Kids really enjoyed it.
GuideNo frills but beautiful. Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only. Will return! Staff is friendly and helpful. Military families should check it out!
Cabin camping options near Ridgewood, New Jersey offer distinct experiences across northern New Jersey's forested Ramapo Mountains where elevations reach 1,000 feet. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing while summer conditions remain mild compared to urban areas, with evening temperatures typically 5-10 degrees cooler than daytime highs.
Fishing opportunities: Panther Lake Camping Resort provides boating and fishing from April through November. "The lake and pool were a big plus, especially for hot days. While I did not take advantage, you are allowed to rent boats and take them out on the lake," notes Ethan K. about the recreational options.
Hiking trails: High Point State Park Campground connects to 21 marked trails covering over 63 miles within park boundaries, including 12 miles of the Appalachian Trail. "We fit in a hike up to the Appalachian Trail from our campsite, swam at the pond (Lake Marcia), and got in a fishing session at Steeny Kill Lake," shares Justin P.
Scenic overlooks: Stokes State Forest offers the Tillman Ravine trail and access to Sunset Mountain Scenic Overlook with views of High Point Monument. "After packing up we drove down the road and were able to get in a nice 5 mile hike up to the fire tower," writes Josh S.
Wildlife viewing: High Point State Park Campground provides natural habitat for various wildlife species. "Remember, this is bear country so proper food storage is a must. Bear lockers are not provided. The area also has ticks and rattlesnakes," cautions one reviewer about necessary precautions.
Secluded sites: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation offers private camping experiences. "Very clean and quiet. Website lists water hook ups at long distances but they have hose reels to help with that," mentions reviewer antruze.
Dome structures: Moon Valley Campground features unique geodesic domes with panoramic views. "Headed back for a fall weekend in the 'dome' which has incredible views. Try it you won't be sorry," suggests Bob F., highlighting the distinctive yurt camping option near Ridgewood, New Jersey.
Clean facilities: Great Divide Campground maintains well-kept amenities. "Bathrooms clean And shower was warm and clean as well. They even have a heater to keep you comfortable in and out of the shower," notes Julie, describing the comfortable accommodations.
Riverside spots: Kittatinny Campground provides direct river access for water activities. "The most beautiful campsite ever. Don't cheap out. Get the tubing package as well. Also love their camp store!" recommends kendra P., emphasizing the value of water proximity.
Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds operate from April through October, with limited winter availability. "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," explains Damia F. about High Point State Park's accommodations.
Shower access: Some locations have limited shower facilities. "Showers are only located INSIDE High Point State Park, not throughout the campsites, but entry is free for campers," notes Damia F., providing important planning information.
Vehicle restrictions: Camp Glen Gray limits vehicle access. "No vehicles allowed to drive through camp. Trading Post for treats and other items," explains Jose N., highlighting logistics considerations.
Site terrain: Several campgrounds feature varied elevation and rocky surfaces. "We stayed at site 11 on Lake Ocquittunk. While making reservations it said almost all sites were full but upon arrival the vast majority of sites were empty which made for a quiet/relaxing night," describes Josh S. about Stokes State Forest.
Activity planning: Great Divide Campground offers numerous family-focused events. "Great family run campground. Owners are a blast. Most sites are level. Nice small lake with boats to use. Nice small beach. Lots of weekend activities," recommends Scott N.
Site selection: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation provides strategically positioned family sites. "I have been camping for many years but I chose Mahlon Dickerson for my first solo trip. Super easy to book. Easy to find on a GPS and even if you lose service there are signs marking the reservation campground!" shares Christina L.
Accommodation options: Stokes State Forest includes cabin facilities beyond tent camping. "We stay in the cabins. It's great to have the small kitchen when camping with the family. A must see campground," writes Amy B., highlighting the convenience for family groups.
Wildlife awareness: High Point State Park requires proper food storage due to wildlife presence. "Park officials come through the campsites pretty regularly, a few times a day which is nice. Areas are clean and well maintained," observes Damia F. about safety monitoring.
Utility access: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation provides essential RV hookups. "Easy to navigate our 38 ft. RV. Easy to dump and fill. Peaceful. Close to train to N.Y. City," describes Nancymike K. about the accessibility for larger vehicles.
Leveling considerations: Great Divide Campground features variable terrain. "Some areas are a little steeper then I would like to set up on, but that's me," notes Scott N., providing practical insights for RV positioning.
Site spacing: Panther Lake Camping Resort offers varied site configurations. "We stayed in the center lawn and it was lined with seasonal campers. We felt like we were staying in the middle of a neighborhood," observes Julie F., highlighting the importance of strategic site selection.
Seasonal site availability: Limited RV spots exist during peak season at many campgrounds. "Only a handful of full hook up sites surrounded by seasonal cottages. Other area of the place had water and electric but it would be hard to get in/out of if it had rained a lot as it was all on soft grass," warns April L. about potential access challenges.
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