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    Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate tent campers, RV travelers, and cabin guests seeking outdoor recreation with their dogs. Located near Ancram, this established campground offers electric hookups, water access, and showers while welcoming pets throughout the property. The nearby Copake Camping Resort and Taconic State Park's Rudd Pond Area similarly permit dogs, with both locations offering access to hiking trails. Campsites at Rudd Pond feature platforms for tent setup, providing a practical solution during wet weather conditions. Most campgrounds in the area maintain standard leash policies and require proof of vaccinations upon check-in. Many sites in the region are situated near water features, with Rudd Pond offering decent largemouth bass fishing for campers bringing dogs along on their fishing adventures.

    Pet owners hiking the Appalachian Trail can access several primitive camping options that welcome dogs, including Brassie Brook Shelter near Bear Mountain and Alander Trail Campground in Mount Washington State Forest. These backpacking-accessible sites provide bear boxes for proper food storage, critical for overnight stays with pets in bear country. Trails throughout the Taconic State Park system connect campgrounds to scenic areas like Bash Bish Falls, a popular destination mentioned in multiple camper reviews. The region experiences significant seasonal variation, with most pet-friendly campgrounds operating from May through mid-October. Several campgrounds feature playgrounds and swimming areas adjacent to camping loops, though pets are typically restricted from beaches and public swimming zones. Wildlife encounters require vigilance with pets, particularly at the more remote hike-in sites where coyotes have been reported.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Ancramdale (121)

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      1. Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park

      4.3(19)8mi from Ancramdale103 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "However, clean, dog friendly and good hiking nearby! Great for a getaway but not my first choice of campgrounds in NYS."

      "There are 2 dog friendly loops at the back. Overall, very quiet and friendly. 2 lIfeguarded swimming areas — a kiddie pool and a deep area with floating dock to jump off of."

      from $17 - $175 / night

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      2. Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground

      4.7(12)8mi from Ancramdale86 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The campground has a lake with boat rentals. Late night, stargazing over the lake is a great pastime, because the water is calm and the light pollution is low."

      "We decided on Lake Taghkanic. Lake Taghkanic State Park was not a long drive from NYC, maybe 2 hours. The campsite was very clean and maintained."

      from $17 - $195 / night

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      3. Copake Camping Resort

      3.6(5)5mi from AncramdaleRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We have plans to return with friends due to the proximity to home and easy access to local things to do."

      from $79 - $229 / night

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      4. Rudd Pond Area — Taconic State Park

      4.0(4)5mi from Ancramdale38 sitesRVs, Tents

      "This campground is also dog friendly so bring your fur babies!"

      "This is a really interesting campground that's situated on a hill overlooking Rudd Pond in Taconic State Park. "

      from $17 - $20 / night

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      5. North-South Lake Campground

      4.5(44)26mi from Ancramdale214 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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."

      "This is a truly beautiful and scenic campground, easily one of the best places we have visited in New York State."

      from $22 - $44 / night

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      6. Lone Oak Camp Sites

      4.0(12)17mi from AncramdaleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We could have fit 3 campers in it and were a good distance from the neighboring sites (there are some places that you are packed in like sardines, not this one)."

      "well worth a visit and close to berkshires"

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      7. Alander Trail Camground — Mount Washington State Forest

      4.3(3)7mi from AncramdaleTents

      "You have to park at the entrance and hike in about 1.5-2 miles with everything on your back to get to the spots."

      "Each spot is easy to find off the trail. They also have bear boxes at each site!"

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      8. Brassie Brook Shelter - Bear Mountain — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

      5.0(2)7mi from AncramdaleTents

      "We started our hike at the under-mountain trailhead, located right off route 41, and climbed up the mountain. Be prepared for steep inclines, and lots of rocks."

      "There's also a bear box near by. Room to camp your tent on the ground too if you wanted to or had more ppl along."

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      9. Waubeeka Family Campground

      3.3(3)7mi from AncramdaleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We love going here for the activites and it is close by!! Check it out...you won't be disappointed"

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      10. Sage's Revine

      4.0(2)7mi from Ancramdale

      "Near non-potable stream, no fires allowed, bathroom is fine, bear boxes available. 50 feet between platforms. Right over the border of CT into MA on the Appalachian Trail."

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    694 Reviews of 121 Ancramdale Campgrounds

    • A
      Jun. 3, 2024

      Spacious Skies Woodland Hills

      A peaceful place with character.

      My first visit to New York state was amazing, largely in part due to my campsite at the Woodland Hills campground. I had a back in site and was having problems with my camper, and they were able to change to a pull through at time of check in. However, it was in early May and before the summer crowds. The pond has a fountain which sounds like a small waterfall at night, and wildflowers were in bloom. Very nice bathrooms and showers, and my dog loved the dog park.

    • Kim J.
      Jun. 8, 2025

      Cozy Hills Campground

      Very nice campground however…

      We have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.

    • Kirstin T.
      Sep. 14, 2017

      Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground

      Lots of fun

      The 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.

    • D
      Oct. 4, 2021

      Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground

      Big Widely Spaced Sites

      Lots 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.

    • T
      Sep. 19, 2022

      Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground

      Nice stay and very friendly staff

      Such 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.

    • Allen N.
      Aug. 12, 2020

      Jellystone Park™ Gardiner

      Serious Dog Bite Incident

      Recently, 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.

    • Cynthia K.
      Aug. 29, 2024

      North-South Lake Campground

      New York

      We 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!

    • Kristen B.
      Sep. 13, 2016

      Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground

      Nestled in The Catskills

      This 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!

    Guide to Ancramdale

    Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground welcomes pets in designated camping areas with both tent and RV sites available. This pet-friendly park features picnic tables, fire rings, and access to hiking trails where dogs can accompany their owners on leash. Copake Camping Resort also permits dogs throughout their property, offering cabin rentals alongside traditional camping options. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed at all times, properly supervised, and owners must clean up after their animals. Several campsites have platforms that keep tents off potentially wet ground during rainy weather, making camping with pets more comfortable. The campgrounds tend to enforce quiet hours which helps prevent excessive barking issues.

    The hiking trails near Taconic State Park provide excellent opportunities for dog owners to exercise their pets while exploring the natural surroundings. Bash Bish Falls, accessible via a short drive from Rudd Pond Area, offers a scenic destination for day trips with pets. Campers should be prepared for wildlife encounters and keep dogs secured, especially during evening hours. Sites at Rudd Pond Area have platforms for tents and include picnic tables, making meal time with pets more convenient. During summer months, the swimming areas at some parks provide a chance for water-loving dogs to cool off, though specific pet swimming policies vary by location. Some campgrounds feature fenced areas where dogs can safely run off-leash, but these amenities aren't universal across all sites in the region.

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