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Thousand Trails Rondout Valley Campground accommodates pets at all 3 accommodation types—tents, RVs, and cabins. Located in Accord, this campground maintains well-kept grounds with spacious, shaded sites that provide ample room for campers traveling with dogs. Leashed pets are welcome throughout the property, though owners should be prepared to clean up after their animals. The campground features full hookup sites, a swimming pool, playground, and activities for families, while still maintaining a relatively quiet atmosphere even during busy weekends. The camp store stocks pet supplies for emergency needs. Occasional weekend activities include dog-friendly events, and the babbling brook behind some campsites offers a peaceful spot for morning coffee with pets nearby.
Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground's pet-friendly sites provide excellent access to dog-approved hiking trails in the surrounding Mohonk Preserve and Minnewaska State Park. This campground caters primarily to outdoor enthusiasts, particularly rock climbers, with both walk-in and drive-up sites that accommodate tents. Dogs must remain leashed at all times due to wildlife concerns and proximity to other campsites. The campground features clean facilities including vault toilets, pay showers, and a communal pavilion with sinks for washing dishes. Located at the base of the Shawangunk Mountains, this campground serves as an ideal basecamp for exploring numerous pet-friendly trails through stunning terrain. Sites are relatively close together but positioned with enough space to give pet owners some privacy. Bear activity in the area requires careful food storage, with bear boxes provided at each site for safe storage of pet food along with human provisions.
"We got a red carpet site by the Gaga pit and near the water park (Cindy bear lane) and it was a convenient yet noisy site. Kids were at the playground 8 am or before and the noise woke us up."
"With a new check in area, Gardiner has really stepped up. They expanded the pool area to include another pool plus splash area and water slides."
"Great place situated in a great area with lots to do all within an hour's drive. Even camping during a pandemic was peaceful & fun!"
"This is a Thousand trails campground so it was free. I think the regular price is $64. Full hookups, tents and cabins to rent. Pleanty to do in and around campground."
"We had planned on driving to hiking but there was so much to do around the camp site we just walked around and did the hiking near by. The dog park is wonderful. Our dog loved it."
"Two ponds to play in and a fenced dog park. Some nice hiking in the park."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"I definitely recommend trying to get the walk-in (meaning you can't drive to them) sites (8-15) because they're just a little bit more set back and kind of wonderfully wooded all around. 8 & 9 seemed"
"There are drive-up sites and also walk-in sites. No fire pits at individual campsites, though. Only a group fire pit."
"This campground had easy access to excellent hiking trails. Woodstock, NY was about 30 min away and we enjoyed exploring the area on our non-hiking day. Very dog friendly."
"water to play in right behind tent. I do prefer fire pits over the brick stove. this had the stove. more advanced hiking in walking distance. no cell service. my gps on phone was able to track though."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue."
"The staff was nice and they were dog friendly!"
"We stayed in lot 109, which was perfect because going through the really faint trail through the trees you can come to a ledge overlooking the Hudson River."
"There are great hiking trails on the Hudson River right outside your campsite. Amenities are the great outdoors and an ancient bath house built during the New Deal in the 1930's."
from $17 - $102 / night
Check Availability"Best views around and close to the horses! Second night we got a special site with an amazing fire-pit. Last night was cool amongst the pine trees, a fire pit and epic views. "
"But the location is great for accessing the Shawamhunks. Given the lack of affordable RV campgrounds (and even the few expensive ones) in the area, this stands out."
from $25 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe."
"It’s got good access to Lake Minnewaska (driving), staff was nice and polite. But I thought the sites were on the smaller side and no fire is allowed."
from $20 - $42 / night
Check Availability"We got to the spot at around 4pm, and choose a spot in the “upper field”, although we didn’t see anyone at the lower spots on the road."
"This was a good campground for a base point for hiking around the peekamoose area. I stayed in the middle field campground site #6 (which is the worst spot on that field)."
ScoutThe campsite was great. Big and going after Labor Day means there was tons of space. Well priced. We did have neighbors that had a trailer and used their generator early in the morning and late at night. Beside that it was fantastic. We had planned on driving to hiking but there was so much to do around the camp site we just walked around and did the hiking near by. The dog park is wonderful. Our dog loved it.
GuideLots of room in many sites for my 24 ft RV and 30 ft trailer. Big meadow in middle with new full playground set.
Dry camping but water available and a sewer dump. Gotta haul your own trash.
Two ponds to play in and a fenced dog park.
Some nice hiking in the park.
GuideSuch a clean and well maintained campground. Staff were so nice and friendly. Only one shower area that was a bit of a trek from our site, a bike would have been nice to get around. We had to move our tent as we had set it back too far and was not on the site pad and park ranger Brian who was very lovely came and asked us to move it and we had a nice chat. Lovely big dog park. There are some nice little walks and small hikes on the ground with a lake that you can rent kayaks or canoes. Close to Woodstock which is a cute town. Our site was a little exposed but the sites either side of us were closed for restoration thankfully. There are some more secluded and set back sites too though.
ScoutRecently, we camped here for a week. We don’t ever post negative reviews like this. The last day, we experienced a violent attack by a very large and aggressive Pit Bull. The Pit Bull did not have a collar or a leash and was accidently let out of the RV to roam free and unsupervised. It immediately ran to our site(4 sites away) and attacked our dog that was tied at the time. The incident was unprovoked. While trying to save our dog, my wife and I were also attacked. The wounds were serious enough to require emergency transport to a hospital for treatment including stitches. All we could think of was what might have happened if our granddaughter had been playing with our dog.
To put it mildly, their existing pet policy is grossly lacking. They never checked what breed of dog or ask to see documentation of shots when we were registering. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park needs to better manage their pet policy to address aggressive dog breeds and ensure the safety of campers. We camped there for seven days and saw multiple sites have more than one large dog, which in many places we’ve camped at would have been banned due to breed type or size. We have RV’ed extensively across the US and have never seen such careless enforcement of a pet policy regarding aggressive dog breeds. Seriously, think about avoiding this park if you have pets or small children.
TravelerGood for skinny dipping and other fun things! Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe.
LegendWe were on a 5 state East Coast camping trip. Our first campground was in New York Aug 8th. Unfortunately, Debbie was socking New York hard. North South Lake Campground in the Catskills was our camping home. Thursday & Friday it was Neverending rain & wind. Saturday was the nice day.
North South Lake has no electricity. The sites are almost all beautiful, tucked in under shady trees. Not a good way to try out our solar panel! Some are by a stream. A few are by the lake. This is a tent campers paradise. New York tent campers are hard core camping during Tropical Storm Debbie!
There are 7 loops. We were in loop 2. Site 85. There are some sites with an incline down to the site. That might give some rvs trouble. It did for us & I had to be driven out of the campground to call 911. Thank you Mary!! It all ended well & we got a different site.
There are bears that visit the campground & one came one of the nights & visited our camping neighbor's site. They showed us a picture- it was a large black bear.
Generators are allowed for 5 hours & they tell you when you can use them.
The bathrooms/showers are state park clean- which means not very.
There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged.
This is a hiking park & for this middle aged overweight flatlander they are pretty strenuous. Kaaterskill Falls is an exception - short, easy trail, but the parking fills up quickly. Then they close it! You'll have to take a shuttle to get in.
The trail to the Mountain House Site is also pretty easy, with more of an incline.
There's 2 nice lakes with beaches.
The Catskills are very scenic& we enjoyed our time there!
GuideThis campground is nestled in the Catskills, New York, with easy access to New Jersey and Connecticut. With large campsites and most surrounded by trees, you will find just the right mix of privacy and community depending upon what you are looking for. Although the showers aren't top notch, they do have them and a great recycling center for all of your garbage. If hiking is what you enjoy, they have nearly 4 miles of trails within the campground and surrounding areas that circle two nearby ponds and their day use area. If you are looking for something offsite, don't miss the Giant Ledge hike, a 30 min drive and about a 3 mile out and back hike to Giant Ledge for amazing views overlooking the entire area. Head out to watch the sunrise one morning with awesome views looking east. When you need a break from cooking, don't miss the nearby Phoenicia Diner for some great breakfast and coffee! All of the Park Rangers are very helpful and will provide recommendations and maps, just ask!
TravelerNorth South lake is one of the larger public camp grounds in New York. The sites are well spaced out. Great for families. The lake is huge.
Avoid holidays to avoid the crowds.
TravelerSome 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.
Camping near Accord, New York offers diverse opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts throughout the Catskill Mountains region. This area sits at elevations ranging from 300 to 4,000 feet, creating distinct microclimates and varied terrain for campers. Seasonal temperature swings are significant, with summer highs reaching 85°F while fall nights often dip into the 40s, making weather preparation essential for pet friendly camping near Accord.
Hiking near Minnewaska: Access excellent trail networks from Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground, which provides direct access to the Shawangunk Mountains. "Holy crap is this the perfect location for exploring the Gunks, Mohonk Preserve, etc. You couldn't be more central to everything that's going on around it," notes one visitor who appreciated the strategic location.
Fishing opportunities: Fish in the streams around Woodland Valley Campground, where the mountain creek creates a peaceful backdrop. As one camper describes, "the mountain creek is like nature singing a lullaby - sleeping next to it was very relaxing." The area supports various trout species throughout the season.
Autumn leaf viewing: Visit during September-October to experience spectacular fall foliage, especially along the hiking routes near Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground. One camper mentions, "We went in September and the color of the leaves on the trees were stunning. There are lots of trails and places to climb nearby."
Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate the spacing at The Peekamoose Valley campsites. "It's actually a set of 4 campgrounds, the lower field, the middle field, the upper field, and the trailer field... There is plenty of privacy between spots," one reviewer notes about this primitive camping option.
Creekside camping: Enjoy the sound of flowing water at certain sites within Woodland Valley Campground. A satisfied camper shares, "If you like to camp by water, this is the perfect place for you. It has amazing on the water sites you can camp at, plus a stunning view of the Catskills."
Budget-friendly options: Free camping is available at The Peekamoose Valley for those seeking economical pet friendly camping options near Accord. "I stayed in the middle field. On a Wednesday night in early September I had the whole campground to myself. Quiet, next to a lightly trafficked road," reports one camper who enjoyed the solitude.
Seasonal closures: Most campgrounds in the area operate from May to October, with limited off-season availability. Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground operates specifically "from May 19 to October 9," according to their official season dates.
Bear activity: Bears are active throughout the region, requiring proper food storage. One Kenneth L Wilson camper shared a memorable experience: "It was the wildest weekend I ever had, I'm not being sarcastic. The hiking areas are great, the weather is perfect and the bear was very nice for a bear."
Limited cell service: Prepare for disconnection as most campsites have minimal to no coverage. At Gunx Camping on a Horse Farm, the rural setting means you'll need to plan communication accordingly while enjoying what one visitor called "stunning mt views" with "private campsites accessible by car."
Tick prevention: Bring appropriate repellent, especially in wooded areas during spring and summer. One Peekamoose Valley camper warned, "Peekamoose is a very nice place if you're into the primitive thing... Oh, did I mention the Tics!??"
Kid-friendly activities: Jellystone Park™ Gardiner offers extensive programming for children. A parent notes, "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," while another adds, "Nice pool that is shallow so you can relax and let the little ones go in the water park section alone."
Swimming options: Several campgrounds feature swimming facilities to keep children entertained. A camper at Jellystone Park describes, "they have a 3 ft pool also. My older kids preferred a deeper pool but they still had a great time there they have lasertag which they enjoy. And a bounce pillow."
Easier hiking trails: For families with younger children, choose shorter trails around campgrounds. At Woodland Valley Campground, "The hikes are just easy enough for anyone in the family," according to a reviewer who visited with children.
Bring entertainment: During off-peak seasons or rainy weather, have backup activities planned. A visitor to Jellystone notes, "Even when it rains they have activities in the tent outside!"
Site selection: At New York City North-Newburgh KOA, choose sites carefully for space and shade. One RVer advises, "if staying here and concerned about branches I'd suggest one of the pull through sites. Specifically 138, 146 and 145 have a nice concrete patio and nicer firepit if you want to spend a little more."
Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain requiring leveling equipment. An experienced camper shares, "Great campsites, wooded and cozy, though a little tight for longer rigs as our neighbors found out when they ran over a wooden post backing in."
Hookup variations: Services differ significantly between campgrounds, so confirm availability before arrival. At Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, a visitor noted, "the sewer connection in 372 ran uphill for me, but my pipe sits very low," highlighting the importance of site-specific research for RV campers seeking pet friendly camping near Accord.
Wi-Fi considerations: Plan for limited connectivity at most sites. One New York City North-Newburgh KOA visitor noted, "I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue. We have Starlink but in a wooded campsite, connecting is an issue but luckily their WiFi was great. Had no issues and could stream just fine."
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