1 campground with availability this weekend
Tent campsites surrounding New Rochelle span across several county parks and natural areas, with Ward Pound Ridge Reservation and Croton Point Park offering established tent camping within reasonable driving distance. These tent campgrounds feature designated tent sites with varying amenities and proximity to the Hudson River and other natural features, providing accessibility for New York City residents seeking outdoor experiences without extended travel.
Most tent sites at Croton Point Park include picnic tables and fire rings with regulations limiting fires to designated areas. Tent campsites are typically situated on flat, cleared terrain with some offering shade from surrounding trees. Drinking water is available at central locations rather than individual sites, requiring campers to plan accordingly. Many tent areas enforce quiet hours beginning at 10pm, though reviews indicate this isn't always strictly followed. Bathroom facilities with showers are available but may require a walk from tent-only areas. As noted in feedback on The Dyrt, "The site was very loud (dance music) until after 11pm. Quiet time at 10pm. Great site for a party, try to stay away from this end of the site or choose a site away from other bookings if you'd like quiet."
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation provides a more secluded tent camping experience with spacious sites and primitive lean-to shelters available for tent campers. Sites are well-spaced for privacy with access to over 40 miles of hiking trails. The tent areas feature port-a-potties near campsites with formal restroom facilities located further away. The natural setting includes small creeks and diverse terrain for exploration. Campers should note that reservations must be made in person rather than online or by phone. A review mentioned that "The sites are much farther away from the comfort stations than most campgrounds we have been to. But there are port-a-potties very close to the sites, which is very important when you have young kids."
"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."
"Peaceful and gorgeous campsite, with plenty of space between sites. Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper."
from $30 - $60 / night
"Close to the city and civilization, yet large enough to have nice trails and creeks to feel away from it all. The camping sites are very different so it’s useful to go in person and select the area."
"There’s elevation gain, creeks, and open fields for stargazing. You have the options of a lean to here."
from $45 - $55 / night
"I have lived 6 miles from this campground for the last 20 years and never knew they had tent sites. The park is clean the bathrooms are well maintained and there is a playground for the kids."
"They have shower and restroom facilities , the showers were amazing and also so clean ! I had such a great stay and this is deffinatly one of my top favorite campgrounds."
from $5 - $60 / night
"Campfires are restricted to certain areas and you have to share. They do have bear boxes available as this is bear country. Very well run campground and cabins. Great Lake to swim."
"I camped on one of the platforms, which was very nice and did not feel crowded even with other people on neighboring platforms. One highlight was having meals cooked by the stellar chef."
"There are 20 tent sites spread across four loops. There is NO beach access. Some sites have shelters, others do not. Pay attention when reserving. All sites have a fire pit and picnic table."
"Very reasonable rates to pitch a tent. You get a private space with a fire pit. Ocean is close with lifeguards. Good fishing and pleasant people. Boat from New York City."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $50 / night
"You have a clear view of the Narrow bridge and at night the city lights light up your surroundings light a nigh light. The camp here has 7 campsites here and it fill up really fast."
"this place is awesome when it comes to finding an affordable place to stay while in NY, this camp ground isnt your usual forest camp sites, however there are some beautiful views, and it is located in"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 / night
"Mountain Lakes park is a great place to camp within driving distance from NYC. A fun option available at Mountain lakes is to rent a yurt to camp in."
"A gorgeous piece of land that contains lakes, a lookout and Mt. Bailey, the highest point in Westchester County. A dirt road loops through the property with trails off and through it."
"Suffern-Bear Mountain from Gate Hill Road is a high difficulty 15 mile out and back trail. At one point of the trail is a very difficult, but doable, rock scramble up the side of the mountain."
"Stonetown Circular trail is a 11 mile medium/high difficulty loop trail. This is the first of two primitive sites along the trail. The trailhead is across the street from a large parking lot."
TravelerThe campsites were big had no trouble finding it. One of the ranges escorted us to the site. The staff was very nice. The bathrooms were immaculate. I saw it being cleaned twice in 24 hours. It was a little partying going on till about 1 AM, but it wasn’t too bothersome.
TravelerMike grandson and I had a fun time he enjoyed the little beach and especially the playground. The staff in the office were very nice. Bathrooms were clean but can be updates.
ScoutNice campground, bathrooms are clean but dated, first come first serve for the sites.
ScoutOn Friday, September 4, 2026, I rented a trailer and brought my family to Cheesequake State Park to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary over the extended Labor Day weekend. Around 9:20 PM—well before the park's designated 10:00 PM quiet hours—we were sitting inside our canopy, playing Jenga, and listening to low background music. Two officers from the Matawan Police Department approached our campsite. They were polite and courteous, simply offering a standard reminder to wrap things up by 10:00 PM. Before they could leave, however, a third, senior officer intervened. Wanting to"show them how it's done," he made the two polite officers return and stand by to watch as he demonstrated how to aggressively harass campers. Flashlight in hand, the senior officer approached with an immediate hostile attitude, treating us like criminals as he demanded to know who rented the site. He began reiterating rules and claimed we had too many vehicles. We had three cars, one belonging to my brother-in-law's girlfriend, who was visiting with her daughter. She had paid the$10 visitor fee at the main office and was instructed by staff to obtain the gate access code from us, the primary renters, if she got locked in. No staff member ever informed her of an 8:00 PM visitor departure deadline, leading us to reasonably assume visitors were permitted until quiet hours began at 10:00 PM. The officer rudely snapped that she had been given wrong information. The senior officer then used profanity in front of three small children, aggressively telling her to ("get her shit and get the fuck out!") in that manner or use profanity, the officer went from hostile to furious. He angrily declared that these were official violations and threatened that he could be issuing us tickets instead. Desperately searching for anything and everything to throw at us, he demanded that we turn off our idling car—which was supplying power to our campsite—and instructed us to make sure the campfire was doused before shutting down for the night. He then proceeded to shine his flashlight into our private setup—including our canopy, tents, and the inside of our trailer—searching for any other possible violation while the two polite officers were forced to watch. What was supposed to be a special 10th wedding anniversary celebration with my family was completely ruined by a senior officer misusing his authority to put on an unnecessary display of intimidation. Worse than just ruining our night, he spent that evening teaching those two police officers how to be bad cops. He corrupted two officers in real time, demonstrating firsthand exactly why most people have lost faith in the police force. The next day we was ready for them. We turned off our lights and quietly by the fire while they went next door to harass an asian family that had just set up camp and had their leds lights on.
GuideDefinitely a wide variety of sites—look at the site pictures before booking—there are two areas where it’s just an open field with bonfires and picnic tables that I’d avoid. I could see a large group going there or something but personally it doesn’t offer any privacy.
BUT if you book one of the other sites that DOES have privacy you’ll be in camping heaven. The “hike in” sites are more like “walk-in,” I was worried at first but it’s some are as little as a few yards from the road. The most annoying part was lugging the cooler back and forth, but totally worth it
TravelerFamilies are all around. Place is clean. Several play areas for children. Office upon 24/7. Also they added an Activity Room for kids. Beach accessible and great views.
ScoutNo hookups. It was wooded, quiet and dark at night. I used the dump station on my way out. The first time I ever saw a poop fountain. The sewer opening sticks up above ground level. The cover swivels away, so I couldn't put it on top of my hose. And then, when I tried to rinse it, there was nowhere for it to go, because the inlet is elevated.
ScoutThe main issue with the sites was that they were primitive -- no water. The campsites were basically just wooden platforms, with a picnic table and fire pit. There were also a lot of bugs, though this may be due to the rain. The location itself was fairly pretty and there were a number of hiking trails of not-overly-serious difficulty. The particular site we picked left is a little farther from our car than we would have liked, but for other sites you can bring your car closer.
TravelerTo start, Andrew was phenomenal. I arrived at 6:40 PM and he was able to hook us up with the last campground and was so patient and friendly when answering our questions. Overall staff was great, I saw someone picking up trash after campers checked out. Bathrooms are clean, 1 mile walk from campgrounds to beach area. Very spider and tick heavy if you don’t stay on the walking trail. Campers were very respectful and friendly, overall an amazing first time camping trip. Paid about $32 for a night. Drinking water on site.
Tent campsites near New Rochelle, New York are situated within a moderately humid continental climate zone, with average summer highs around 83°F and winter lows near 27°F. Camping options span across Westchester County and neighboring areas, with sites typically at elevations between 200-1,100 feet. Most tent camping areas operate seasonally from April through October, though some facilities remain open year-round with reduced winter services.
Swimming and water activities: Croton Point Park features a designated swimming area with lifeguards on duty Wednesday through Sunday. The beach area has buoys marking safe swimming zones, with access to the Hudson River shores. "There is a place to swim but only within buoys and when a life guard is present," notes Isabel L. about Croton Point Park.
Winter activities: Campgaw Mountain Reservation serves as a camping base for winter recreation with its ski area. During colder months, campers can access snowtubing, skiing, and snowboarding directly from the camping area. "The sites themselves are fairly close to the road and there are super popular hiking trails that run right through all the camps," mentions Jake R. about Campgaw Mountain Reservation.
Rock scrambling: For experienced hikers seeking more adventure, primitive camping sites along the Suffern-Bear Mountain trail offer challenging terrain. "At one point of the trail is a very difficult, but doable, rock scramble up the side of the mountain. At the top of the scramble is a primitive camping site with amazing views," explains Ethan K. about the hike-in sites.
Proximity to NYC: Many camping areas near New Rochelle are accessible within a short drive, making them popular weekend getaways. "This is a great place for camping. The shelters are great for people who want to camp and not have to worry about unplanned weather. The best part of this campsite are the endless trails in the area," mentions Ethan K. about Ward Pound Ridge Reservation.
Wildlife viewing: The peninsula setting of Croton Point provides habitat for various wildlife. "On the bright side, there are lots of bunnies!" notes Isabel L. about the campground. Another camper, Anil S., warns about "fearless raccoons at night" that will investigate improperly stored food.
Spacious tent sites: Battle Row Campground offers generous tent camping areas with natural spacing. "The park is clean the bathrooms are well maintained and there is a playground for the kids. Each site is set back off a common area so there is plenty of privacy," writes Michael M. about Battle Row Campground.
Reservation systems vary: Some campgrounds require in-person booking while others use phone systems. "There is no phone or internet reservations and has to be made in person at the office. I would recommend call earlier and come in few minutes earlier to 9 am when the office opens to find the best spots," advises Anil S.
Fire regulations: Fire policies differ significantly between sites. At Battle Row, "there are NO fire pits, you must bring your own. Fires are allowed but you must have a fire container or bucket for your fire off of the ground," explains Katrina M.
Noise levels: Proximity to urban areas means some campgrounds experience noise from roads, trains, or fellow campers. "Only down side is there is a train depot right outside and you can hear them shunting trains all night," reports Andrew A. about Croton Point Park.
Accessible playgrounds: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children within sight of camping areas. "Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper," notes Thomas about Croton Point Park's facilities.
Educational opportunities: Mountain Lakes Park offers nature-based learning near camping areas. "A gorgeous piece of land that contains lakes, a lookout and Mt. Bailey, the highest point in Westchester County. A dirt road loops through the property with trails off and through it," explains Ben H. about Mountain Lakes Park.
First-time camping: Some sites are particularly welcoming for families new to camping. "I took my 5 year old-son and wife, all of us first time campers. this place was great. The site was very nice, all the people friendly and area beautiful," shares Kevin G. about his experience at Croton Point Park.
Limited hookup options: Most campgrounds near New Rochelle offer basic electric hookups with few full-service sites. "They have cabins and RV sites and now that the Tapan Zee bridge work is done most of them are now open again as the bridge workers have moved out," notes Andrew A.
Leveling requirements: RV sites in the area typically need minimal leveling equipment. "We had a loosely defined gravel pad that was level. All sites appeared level," reports Lee D. about Sandy Hook.
Compact RV preferred: Due to space limitations and road widths, smaller rigs have advantages. "This campground is old and there isn't much there, but it depends on why you're camping whether that matters to you. We wanted to be by the beach and we were," explains Katrina M. when describing the limited facilities but ideal location.
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