Cabins near Beacon, New York range from basic to deluxe accommodations, scattered across a region defined by Hudson River Valley terrain and elevations between 10-1,100 feet. Camping options typically remain open from April through October, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak season. Overnight accommodations in the region require advance reservations, especially during summer weekends.
What to do
Swimming at lake beaches: Croton Point Park offers a lifeguarded swimming area with designated buoys marking safe swimming zones. "The site was very nice, all the people friendly and area beautiful," notes first-time camper Kevin G. The park sits on a peninsula extending into the Hudson River.
Hiking trail networks: Mills Norrie State Park Campground connects directly to extensive hiking paths within the park. "There are great hiking trails on the Hudson River right outside your campsite," shares Michael G., adding that the park offers "perfect proximity to the best attractions in the religion" including Lake Miniwaska and Dover Church Falls.
Child-focused activities: Jellystone Park Gardiner schedules regular weekend events with themed programming. "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," explains Jennifer I. The campground includes water features specifically designed for younger campers, with "a nice pool that is shallow so you can relax and let the little ones go in the water park section alone."
What campers like
Military-exclusive accommodations: West Point FMWR Lake Frederick Outdoor Recreation Area maintains high standards through restricted access policies. According to Heather M., "This place is incredible. Being military-only keeps standards high, the campground clean and well maintained." The facility offers both rustic power-only campsites and upgraded cabins.
Communal activities: Sebago Cabin Camp organizes social gatherings for all ages throughout the season. A visitor reports they "have a ton of activities like outdoor movies and communal bonfires on weekends," and another camper mentions "they also do Karaoke nights" according to information from a park ranger.
Scenic river views: Mills Norrie State Park Campground sits directly on the Hudson River, providing water views from select campsites. "When the park clears out during the week you sleep to the sounds of nature and the occasional freight train in the distance," notes Michael G. The park includes boat access and kayak rentals for exploring the river.
What you should know
Bathroom facilities vary significantly: Cabin rentals near Beacon often have limited bathroom facilities, requiring planning. At Jellystone Park Gardiner, Elizabeth M. found "very few [bathrooms] for the number of sites and people it covers. They need to add more bathrooms." Basic cabins typically lack private bathrooms.
Phone service limitations: West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area has cellular coverage gaps depending on provider. "Just a note to other campers with T-Mobile, we did not have any service on the campsite, however just a hop in the car or a quick walk down the mountain for 5G service near the entrance off the main road," advises Jacey H.
Off-season closures: Many cabin facilities shut down between November and April. Sebago Cabin Camp operates seasonally, with limited shoulder season availability, while Croton Point Park remains one of the few year-round operations in the region.
Tips for camping with families
Water features for different ages: Croton Point Park offers swimming areas suitable for various age groups. "Nice site and a 30-40 minute drive from Western Queens," notes Jonathan C., though he cautions the "site was very loud (dance music) until after 11pm" despite a 10pm quiet time rule.
Book activity-focused weekends: When reserving at Jellystone Park Gardiner, Stephanie H. recommends specific days: "It looks like Saturdays have the best activities but we were not there on a Saturday." Activities rotate throughout the week with weekends featuring more extensive programming.
Consider noise levels: Cabin positioning affects nighttime quiet at several campgrounds. At Croton Point Park, one reviewer warns that sites near the playground experience early noise: "Kids were at the playground 8 am or before and the noise woke us up."
Tips from RVers
Limited large RV access: Thousand Trails Rondout Valley accommodates larger RVs with full hookup sites, though some have drainage issues. One camper noted "the sewer connection in 372 ran uphill for me, but my pipe sits very low," suggesting requesting alternative sites if needed.
Electric hookups available: Most cabin camping areas offer limited electrical service. According to Inez W., even when full hookup sites present challenges: "my Starlink didn't work at the first site (372 - full hookup) but they let me choose another site (435 - no sewer) and I was happy as a clam."
Seasonal road considerations: Access roads to cabin areas may present challenges during spring thaw periods or after heavy rain. Boulder Point Campground restricts access to "small tow behinds or popups, no large RVs" due to road conditions and site limitations.
