Best Camping near Andes, NY

Searching for the best camping near Andes, NY? Andes is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Andes, NY. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Andes, NY (184)

    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pond - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pond - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pond - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pond - DEC
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    1. Little Pond - DEC

    19 Reviews
    119 Photos
    122 Saves
    Margaretville, New York

    Nestled in a remote area of the Catskills, quiet, picturesque Little Pond Campground shows off the pristine beauty of the mountains. The Beaverkill, a world-renowned fly-fishing stream, is within minutes of the campground. Nature lovers will enjoy the leisurely hiking trail around a 13-acre pond and the opportunity to venture along trails leading to the ruins of an old farm or enjoy breathtaking views atop the Touchmenot Mountains. Most campsites are heavily wooded, with walk-in and boat-in remote sites available for those who prefer more primitive camping.

    Geography: Little Pond Campground is located in the Catskills Forest Preserve.

    Recreation: Excellent hiking opportunities are available, from within the campground or from nearby trailheads. Non-motorized boats are welcome, and anglers may fish for panfish. A Junior Naturalist program is available for children.

    Facilities: Each campsite has a picnic table and fireplace. There are water spigots, restrooms, showers, a trailer dump station, and a recycling center. A swimming beach available. * Please take note the swimming facilities at this location are not supervised by a lifeguard or other responsible person. In place of on-site supervision, this facility has established a series of safeguards to be followed by all guests, the details of which are outlined in a brochure presented to customers upon arrival at the facility. A picnic area with tables, grills, fireplaces, and shelters are within walking distance of the campground. The park also offers volleyball and basketball courts, a soccer field, playground, horseshoe pits, ice and firewood sales, a boat launch, and rowboat, paddle boat, kayak, and canoe rentals. Most park facilities offer accessible features.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $22 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Woodland Valley Campground - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Woodland Valley Campground - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Woodland Valley Campground - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Woodland Valley Campground - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Woodland Valley Campground - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Woodland Valley Campground - DEC

    2. Woodland Valley Campground - DEC

    29 Reviews
    79 Photos
    594 Saves
    Phoenicia, New York

    Nestled at the foot of Slide Mountain, the tallest peak in the Catskills, and surrounded by Panther, Cornell, and Wittenberg Mountains is Woodland Valley Campground. The campground offers 70 tent and trailer sites, a picnic area with tables and grills, flush toilets, hot showers, a trailer dump station and a recycling center. Woodland Valley Campground serves as the trailhead for both Slide-Wittenberg Trail and Woodland Valley-Denning Trail. Area attractions include the Village of Phoenicia which offers tubing on the Esopus Creek (famous for its trout fishing), a railroad museum, train rides on the Catskill Mountain Railroad, fine shops, antiques and restaurants. 70 tent and trailer sites, picnic area with tables and grills, flush toilets, hot showers, trailer dump station, recycling center, mobility impaired accessibility, pay phone.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground

    3. North-South Lake Campground

    43 Reviews
    170 Photos
    725 Saves
    Palenville, New York

    North South Lake Campground is the biggest and most popular state campground in the Catskill Forest Preserve, offering extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites, such as: Alligator Rock, Kaaterskill Falls, and the former site of the Catskill Mountain House. An abrupt change in elevation occurs from about 540 feet above sea level at the base of the escarpment to approximately 2,250 feet at the site of the former Catskill Mountain House. The provinces around the lakes have long provided visitors with exceptional views of the surrounding countryside. It is said that on a clear day, five states can be viewed from the escarpment. 7 camping loops; 219 tent and trailer sites; 2 lakes; 2 beaches; Two picnic areas: one on North Lake with two picnic pavilion rentals a 20' X 32' and a 44' X 24' (the larger of the two with electricity) and one on South Lake with a 40' X 60' picnic pavilion rental (with electricity).; 2 picnic areas with tables and fireplaces or charcoal grills; playground; flush toilets; hot showers; boat launch (no motorized vessels); rowboat, canoe, kayak and paddle boat rentals; firewood sales; volleyball; horseshoes; fishing; playing field; trailer dump station; recycling center; solar cell phone charging station; ADA fishing platform.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $22 - $27 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Alder lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Alder lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Alder lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Alder lake
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    Camper-submitted photo from Alder lake

    5. Alder lake

    7 Reviews
    25 Photos
    305 Saves
    Margaretville, New York

    There are five lean-tos as well as five primitive campsites marked with round, yellow, DEC markers. In addition, primitive camping is allowed. Campsites must be at least 150 feet away from the nearest road, trail, or body of water. Camping for more than three nights or in groups of ten or more requires a permit from the regional office.

    Camping is prohibited above 3,500 feet in elevation from March 22 until December 20 each year to protect the fragile summit environment. Campfires are permitted below 3,500 feet in elevation, but only dead and down fuel may be used. In an established campsite, use the existing fire ring. Before you leave, completely extinguish the fire. Never leave a fire unattended. The use of camp stoves is encouraged.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Spring Mountain - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Spring Mountain - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Spring Mountain - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Spring Mountain - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Spring Mountain - DEC
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Spring Mountain - DEC

    6. Bear Spring Mountain - DEC

    7 Reviews
    22 Photos
    33 Saves
    Downsville, New York

    Bear Spring Mountain is located in the western end of the Catskill Forest Preserve. The campgrounds beach, boat rental, and multi-use trail system offers fun for all ages. For the horse riding enthusiast, Spruce Grove camping and trail system is one of a kind facility in the Catskill region. This region is also known for its excellent hunting and fishing.

    The facility is broken into two distinct areas, the Launt Pond Area (the main campground) and the Spruce Grove Area which is 3.5 miles from the campground office. The Spruce Grove Area is equipped with pit toilets. The hot showers, rest rooms and garbage disposal area are all located in the Launt Pond Area. Spruce Grove campers have access to all amenities, however they will be a drive from their camping area. Amenities

    41 tent and trailer sites; picnic area with tables, grills, playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball and pavilion rental; rowboat, canoe, kayak and paddle boat rentals; firewood sales; trailer dump station; recycling center; flush toilets and hot showers at Launt Pond Area; boat launch; sand beach; 24 horse tie stalls and horse accessible ramp; 24 miles of multi-use trails. Please note: There are no horse rentals available at this campground. Proof of current negative Coggins Certificate is required for all horses entering the campground. Out-of state horse owners will be required to produce a 30-day health certificate Patrons must carry each horse's health papers with them at all times.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $18 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Beaverkill Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaverkill Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Beaverkill Campground

    7. Beaverkill Campground

    6 Reviews
    18 Photos
    41 Saves
    Roscoe, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Giant Ledge Primitive Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant Ledge Primitive Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant Ledge Primitive Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Giant Ledge Primitive Camp
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    Camper-submitted photo from Nickerson Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Nickerson Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Nickerson Park Campground

    9. Nickerson Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    9 Photos
    25 Saves
    Gilboa, New York

    With 370 spacious sites, all nestled in an 100 acre mountain setting, you can choose the site that fits you! Whether you're looking for a grassy, wooded or waterfront site; a group site, or one that is secluded, Nickerson campground has it! Nickerson Park Campground is bordered by the Schoharie Creek from the Schoharie River, offering great fishing and waterfront fun for the whole family. We are a family oriented campground, helping you to create those lifetime memories for you and your children. Here at Nickerson Park Campground, the pace is unhurried, but there's always something to keep you busy ... if you want to be! The days are warm and the nights are just brisk enough to make that evening campfire worth the trip. The air is pure and clean, and the autumn colors are beyond description. Walk our nature trails and discover the abundant wildlife surrounding the campsites, or just sit and watch a leaf sail down the stream. Observe a falling star as you explore the heavens under a canopy of uncountable stars. If you've never camped at Nickerson Park Campground, try it this year, it's habit forming!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Crazy Acres Campground at Beaver Spring Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Crazy Acres Campground at Beaver Spring Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Crazy Acres Campground at Beaver Spring Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Crazy Acres Campground at Beaver Spring Lake
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    Camper-submitted photo from Crazy Acres Campground at Beaver Spring Lake
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  • SJ W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alder lake
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Alder lake

    Beautiful single drive in site!

    Love this place will definitely be back, not sure why it didn’t show up for free camping when I had it filtered, found it on another app. Was not the easiest for my RV van to get up the hill with the ruts, but I have a small lift so it helps, lower clearance vans might not make it. It’s a single camper site at the top of the hill left before the trailhead parking.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Unadilla KOA
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Unadilla KOA

    Lackluster and full service

    The weather was terrible while I was there, so perhaps this review may be biased. The Campground was very quiet in mid October. Many of the sites seem to be seasonal as there was no traffic to or from them. But there was quite a bit of daily traffic, usually arriving late and leaving early. Perhaps because the weather was turning very chilly and although the leaf peeping was at its peak for this season, I think people were heading south fast like me.

  • Jared W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Osa Trail
    Sep. 29, 2024

    Osa Trail

    Great family campsite!

    We had a great time staying here. It's a very beautiful campsite. There's lots of great hiking and activities in the area.

  • Eric L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Valley Campground
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Beaver Valley Campground

    Clean, well laid out campground

    Clean, modern bathrooms.  Campsites were raked and ready for us when we arrived.  Super friendly staff!  Just a well laid out campground that was perfect for us.  Peaceful, a mix of wooded sites for RV's and open sites with their cabins.  2 swimming pools, really nice playground for the younger kids, 2 baseball fields.  Just a top notch place.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Allaben Campground
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Allaben Campground

    Close to town, but private

    Park on side of road, campfire located down slope. Very little traffic. Felt safe.

  • YThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Duck Pond Campsite
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Duck Pond Campsite

    Open quite campsites

    After driving unpaved dirt road for a while, we arrived a surprisingly well maintained beautiful campsites. The pond is small so the mosquitos were not too bad. So few people passed by and very unknown quite and we just loved the experience. Just be careful driving in the sometimes rough conditions.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hide-A-Way Campsites
    Aug. 30, 2024

    Hide-A-Way Campsites

    Quite suprise

    This is a small campground but very quiet and nice. The people that run it are very nice and accommodating. Would highly recommend it.

  • Cynthia K.
    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground
    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!

  • Drew H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Allaben Campground
    Aug. 27, 2024

    Allaben Campground

    Nothing too special but got the job done

    A great free spot for dispersed camping tucked right off the road. Had a fire pit and picnic table

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickok Brook
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Hickok Brook

    Small, don't blink you'll miss it.

    There are only 3 spots where we are. No motor vehicles beyond where I'm camping. Bring everything with you. It's a hike back to town... there is a small town 10 minutes away. Eldred, NY. Really is a nice quiet place. It's Labor Day weekend, see how many people try to cram in to the very limited camping area. Where I originally camped was not a spot, according to Ranger. Had to move next to the lake. Need a permit on NY state land. Contact Rangers office of whatever county.

  • Sue O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from A Tiny House Resort
    Aug. 20, 2024

    A Tiny House Resort

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  • Michael G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mongaup Pond
    Aug. 18, 2024

    Mongaup Pond

    Great Catskill Campgroud

    Really enjoyed our 2nd stay at Mongaup and will return. Good, private sites and a great pond. Facilities were clean and staff was very helpful and friendly.

  • Emily F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North-South Lake Campground
    Aug. 16, 2024

    North-South Lake Campground

    Nice sites

    I really love this campground each of the campsites in our loop which was in the lower 100s, has a lot of foliage around it, creating privacy between you and the site next to you. There is a lake with swimming, clean bathrooms, clean, clean showers. Picnic table and fire pit with grill top. There’s a lot of bear activity here, so constantly cleaning up your food is very important. Definitely love it here for woodsy feel.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Phoenicia Black Bear Campground
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Phoenicia Black Bear Campground

    Upstate fun!

    Blackbear is such a fun spot. Always a good time, clean, and the perfect weekend away. This spot is only 40 minutes from my regular 9-5 and it feels like it’s in another world. When you wake up, look up at the black bears in the trees and enjoy the water!!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Flat Creek Rd.
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Flat Creek Rd.

    Doesn’t exist

    We ended up having to spend the night at a different campsite that were familiar with this place. This place is a scam.

  • Robert J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cazalia
    Jul. 9, 2024

    Cazalia

    Nice

    I especially like the idea of​​animals on the farm, iq test, which will bring an interesting experience to nature-loving tourists.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Lazy River
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Lazy River

    Great Campsite for Families and Kids

    Great first tent camping experience for kids. Lots of activities, clean restrooms. One thing to keep in mind is the tent sites on the opposite side of the road from the river has no shade. Site gets pretty hot on a sunny day. Sites by the river have some shade.

  • Kipa S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pond - DEC
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Little Pond - DEC

    Thank you

    Nice quiet campgrounds close to the Beaver kill and great service staff was supper friendly and helpful

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chenango County Cook Park
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Chenango County Cook Park

    Hike in to the lean-to!

    This is a small county park and campground located east of Greene NY. It gets a lot if day use for fishing, hiking and picnicking. There is also a wooded campground, mostly RV’s and some tents. The sites are a bit crowded in, though the trees provide shade. For folks planning a group campout or family reunion, this would be a good option. For a solo camper who wants a bit if solitude, there is a better and super-nice option—the hike-in lean-to! Its a short hike in, and it is lively, well built shelter and nice fire pit. The small lake that is central to the park has nicely mowed shoreline paths around it, and the hiking trails in the woods are not brushy, but you still should be on the lookout for ticks. Price is reasonable compared to other area campgrounds, and you could access several other state forests and parks in the area for hiking etc note: though you can fish and paddle here, there is no swimming allowed!

  • Corey The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickok Brook
    Jun. 17, 2024

    Hickok Brook

    Beautiful but buggy lakeside tent sites

    I drove in thinking that there would be flat places to park a very rugged camper in my full ton diesel pickup. The road is very rough with huge potholes so good clearance is a must. It's not a good spot for car camping but you could conceivably drive up to the spots and pull off the road to put up a small tent somewhere. Very gorgeous but not rv friendly.



Guide to Andes

Camping near Andes, New York, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: The area is known for its stunning trails. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking trails, with one reviewer noting, "There are tons of nice hiking trails nearby" at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC.
  • Fishing: If you love fishing, you’ll find great spots. One camper mentioned, "Close to the Beaverkill and lots of great fly fishing" at Little Pond - DEC.
  • Kayaking and Canoeing: Rent a kayak or canoe for a fun day on the water. A visitor at Kenneth L. Wilson Campground shared, "They rent paddle boards and kayaks for the lake."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground said, "The bathrooms were very clean and new."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. One camper at Gilbert Lake State Park Campground noted, "The staff is friendly and helpful, and check the campground regularly."
  • Scenic Views: The natural beauty of the area is a big draw. A visitor at Giant Ledge Primitive Camp said, "Best site in Catskills, sunrise and sunset."

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A camper at Little Pond - DEC mentioned, "No Verizon service and Starlink was spotty."
  • Campsite Proximity: Some sites can be quite close together. A reviewer at Devil's Tombstone Campground noted, "The campsites are super close together and very very small spaces."
  • No Firewood for Sale: Be prepared to bring your own firewood. A visitor at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC mentioned, "No firewood for sale."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Secluded Sites: Look for campsites that offer more privacy. A camper at Kenneth L. Wilson Campground suggested, "Some of the sites are right by a stream, and all of them have plenty of shade."
  • Bring Entertainment: Since some campgrounds can get busy, having games or activities can keep kids entertained. A family at Gilbert Lake State Park Campground enjoyed the playground and beach area.
  • Plan for Meals: Cooking can be a fun family activity. One camper at Oquaga Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "Nice camping spots, wonderful beach for day trips."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the campsite. A reviewer at Nickerson Park Campground noted, "The site reserved online was too small to fit two cars."
  • Bring Extra Water: Some campgrounds have limited water access. A visitor at Bear Spring Mountain - DEC advised, "Bring or rent a kayak! There is some pretty serious hiking on site and nearby."
  • Explore Nearby Towns: Check out local attractions. A camper at Max V Shaul State Park mentioned, "There are a lot of places in the area to visit."

Camping near Andes, New York, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

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