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Best Campgrounds near Bedford Corners, NY

424 Reviews

Bedford Corners, New York provides access to several established campgrounds within driving distance of New York City. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, located in nearby Pound Ridge, offers year-round camping with tent sites and lean-to shelters spread across its expansive grounds. Other options include Mountain Lakes Park with yurt accommodations, Croton Point Park with tent, RV, and cabin camping along the Hudson River, and multiple campgrounds in Harriman State Park such as Beaver Pond Campground and Sebago Cabin Camp. The region includes a mix of county and state park campgrounds accommodating tent campers, RV users, and those seeking cabin or yurt experiences.

Most campgrounds require advance reservations, though booking systems vary by location. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation requires in-person booking at their office, while state park campgrounds typically offer online reservation options. Seasonal availability differs significantly between locations - Ward Pound Ridge operates year-round while Beaver Pond Campground operates from April to October and Kettletown State Park in neighboring Connecticut runs May through September. Facilities range from primitive sites with minimal amenities to developed campgrounds with electric hookups, showers, and dump stations. A visitor to Ward Pound Ridge noted, "They have great sites and are open all year round. I've stayed in hammocks, tents, lean-tos, and even did a good share of car camping."

Campers consistently rate Ward Pound Ridge Reservation highly for its extensive trail network and private campsites. Several reviewers highlight the 40+ miles of hiking trails accessible directly from the campgrounds. The lean-to shelters at Ward Pound Ridge receive particular praise for providing protection from unpredictable weather while maintaining a rustic camping experience. Mountain Lakes Park earns positive reviews for its yurt accommodations and multiple lakes for recreation. Croton Point Park, situated on a peninsula jutting into the Hudson River, offers water access and scenic views but receives mixed feedback about noise levels, with some mentioning dance music playing past quiet hours. Proximity to New York City makes these campgrounds popular weekend destinations, with many reviewers noting their convenience for quick escapes from urban areas.

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Best Camping Sites Near Bedford Corners, New York (77)

    1. Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park

    41 Reviews
    Pomona, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 947-2792

    $17 - $20 / night

    "$15 dolares la noche para los que viven en el Estado de New York o New York city .. si es fuera del estado son $5 dolares mas!!"

    "Drive-in tent campgrounds. Adequate restroom facilities sprinkled amongst tent sites. Some campsites have raised platforms. All sites have picnic tables and fire ring with flip-top grill."

    2. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation

    9 Reviews
    Cross River, NY
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (914) 864-7317

    $45 - $55 / 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."

    "The shelter sites are large and private with access to hiking trails and make for a unique experience. The staff is friendly as well"

    3. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Fishkill, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 225-7207

    $17 / night

    "This park has a nice open beach on Canopus Lake with a concession area and bathhouse, which we found to be quite clean! They even have boat rentals - or you can bring your own boat to launch!"

    "When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."

    4. Croton Point Park

    10 Reviews
    Croton-on-Hudson, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (914) 862-5290

    $30 - $60 / night

    "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."

    "Was close to bear mountains state part and the train station is right there!"

    5. Mountain Lakes Park

    3 Reviews
    North Salem, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (914) 864-7312

    "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."

    6. The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center — Harriman State Park

    6 Reviews
    Pomona, NY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (617) 523-0636

    "This was beautiful campground with an even nicer lake. You are able to do a hike around the lake."

    "Great trails to hike for novices looking to branch out but not too large that you'll be lost forever lol highly recommend and can't do so enough 👍🏽"

    7. West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area

    5 Reviews
    Highland Falls, NY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 774-9524

    $25 - $40 / night

    "Love the proximity to NYC - I always look for areas that are not too far, but not too close to NY. Beautiful but small-ish tent sites."

    "We are looking forward to stopping by Round Pond again in the near future."

    8. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

    6 Reviews
    Sloatsburg, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 429-2039

    $74 - $130 / night

    "It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it."

    "This place is only an hour away from NYC with so much to do and see. These cabins are VERY rustic, four walls, a cot, and a fridge."

    9. Kettletown State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Stevenson, CT
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (203) 264-5678

    $17 - $50 / night

    "We love this State Park because it's close to our home for a quick getaway. 

    This time we tried one of the sites on the water, and I probably wouldn't choose the same site again. "

    "Semi private with great view and nice walks to the water. Noise was not a problem overnight as to having problems with noises neighbors at other CT state parks."

    10. Camp W Herrlich

    1 Review
    Holmes, NY
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 319-3084
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  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Liberty Harbor RV Park

    friendly staff at the office

    Gave us a welcome folder with lots of helpful info, can walk to get food up the street, short drive to Liberty Park where we got out and walked at night to admire the city skyline and Statue of Liberty at night. They have hook ups and big laundry room.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Gentiles Campground

    Nice place to stay

    Quiet CG near Waterbury CT. Close to major stores for resupply. CG has lots of friendly seasonal campers and lots of other sites. Most sites seem pretty level, but there are some steep roads in the CG. There is an airport next to CG, but it is for single engine private planes only so not a problem. Not by a major road so little traffic noise. I would stay here again.

  • Paul K.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Croton Point Park

    Not the Best Place to Go in the Northeast By a Longshot

    Croton Point Campground is a modest little campground, located along the Hudson River within Croton Point Park in NY. In addition to camping, the park itself offers many of its own attractions, including swimming, hiking, kayaking, cabin rentals, and a host of other family-oriented activities just along the Hudson. 

    The park, which is honestly probably the largest attraction here, is located just an hour and a half outside of the city. This proximity is both its perk and its downfall, as the park itself, but particularly the campground, has become laden with all sorts of inexplicable and burdensome rules, endless guidelines, and restrictions only a New York State-run bureaucracy could ever make sense of, let alone hope to justify. 

    This includes all manner of restrictions on how you can camp, where you can camp, what equipment can be used, and use in relation to what particular site you may have been lucky enough to reserve. Much of this you can understand while imagining what may have taken place here to bring them to such measures, but it doesn't make it any easier to contend with. 

    In terms of the actual camping conditions Both the tenting section and RV sites are each very clustered together, and quite crowded, with regular patrols🚓(actual patrols) being made day and night, by both the Park Rangers and what appears to be general park staff members, all looking to see if you or your family might be doing something that they might consider outside of the guidelines or not in compliance with the many restrictions. 

    This is not to say you can't possibly have a good time here. It just might mean being a bit more diligent toward reviewing the potential legitimacy of your normal camping routine to ensure it meets with many restrictions and guidelines imposed, while also making yourself comfortable with some fairly regular surveillance during your stay here. These all being things we hoped to get away from while camping ourselves It just turned out to be a bit much for our particular liking.

  • Mike W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Cozy Hills Campground

    First time here

    Nice facility, friendly staff. They pack us in pretty tight in some sites.

  • Bob F.
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Moon Valley Campground

    Very unique smaller private campground

    This was a great campsite nestled in the foothills of Northern NJ on the NY border. Small, clean with great views and great location for hiking , cruising etc. Bring your tent or use the existing glamping tents. Headed back for a fall weekend in the "dome" which has incredible views. Try it you won't be sorry.

  • J
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Wildwood State Park Campground

    Our go-to spot

    My wife and I love this campground. It is right at the entrance to wine country on Long Island and has a beach on the Long Island Sound. (A little rocky on the north shore)

  • Elizabeth M.
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Jellystone Park Gardiner

    Dirty bathrooms

    This is my second time I visited the park, the first time was 4 years ago and we stayed in a cabin, but a few weeks ago we decided to stay in a tent side and it was a nice experience except for some things, the campers don't respect the quiet time at night and morning too. A lot noises until 2 am and early from 6 am. But the worst experience was bathrooms, very few for the number of sites and people it covers. They need to add more bathrooms. They rarely cleaned the bathroom in all the 6 days that I stayed. The showers didn't have enough water pressure, 2 out of 6 had only hot water, some had no paper, hairs everywhere, the toilets didn't work, and super dirty, the truth was a disgusting thing that didn't encourage to use them but there was no other option. For the price you pay is not for having the bathrooms under those conditions. I hope you get better because the truth is a park that has many things to have a good time but with the bathrooms with that condition, is not encouraged to reserve again. And please add more shadows in the areas of the tents and MORE BATHROOMS, is not enough to cover all the tents area.

  • sdwalter@bellsouth.net
    Jul. 10, 2025

    Interlake RV Park & Campground

    Great campsite.

    Great Campsite. Well maintained. Lots of pretty lots under the shade. Good for Families. Pool. Recreation Barn. Recycling. Some people stay here all summer. Close to FDR home and library...a must to see. Quaint towns nearby.

  • 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.

Guide to Bedford Corners

Camping near Bedford Corners, New York, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Many campgrounds have access to great trails. For example, at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, one reviewer said, "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."
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Beaver Pond Campground is near a lake where you can cast a line. A visitor mentioned, "I like the platform sites that are available, the location close to the lake and beach."
  • Wildlife Watching: Campgrounds like Clarence Fahnestock State Park are great for spotting local wildlife. One camper noted, "The site was also surrounded by wild raspberry and blackberry bushes which was an amazing surprise."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Beaver Pond Campground stated, "I enjoy the beach/lakefront, and regularly cleaned bathroom and shower facilities."
  • Convenient Location: Many enjoy the easy access to nearby attractions. One camper at Kettletown State Park said, "This place is only an hour away from NYC with so much to do and see."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Croton Point Park are noted for being great for families. A visitor shared, "This must be one of the most breathtaking campgrounds... Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but that's what makes it a unique experience!"

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get loud, especially on weekends. A review for Black Bear RV Park mentioned, "There are no quiet times...80s hairband music was blasting with occasional screams throughout the night."
  • Site Proximity: Many sites are close together, which can affect privacy. One camper at Blydenburgh County Park noted, "The sites are open and fairly close would be only negative."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain facilities. A visitor at Kettletown State Park mentioned, "The camping spots are uneven, making it challenging to set up tents or campers."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Campground: Look for family-friendly options like Sebago Cabin Camp. One reviewer said, "Sebago cabins are the way to get away and relax enjoy the lake."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have activities planned. A camper at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation mentioned, "They have many sites and a ton of hiking trails."
  • Pack Essentials: Bring everything you need, as some campgrounds lack stores. A visitor at Croton Point Park advised, "No on-site stores so pick up all your necessary essentials prior to."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Clarence Fahnestock State Park noted, "Careful which site you choose."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds may not have full hookups. A camper at Black Bear RV Park mentioned, "Basic sites with full hookups for about $80 a night."
  • Expect Crowds: Popular spots can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Beaver Pond Campground warned, "I DO NOT recommend going on holiday weekends or peak summer seasons."

Camping near Bedford Corners, New York, has something for everyone. Just be sure to plan ahead and choose the right spot for your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Bedford Corners, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Bedford Corners, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 77 campgrounds and RV parks near Bedford Corners, NY and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Bedford Corners, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bedford Corners, NY is Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 41 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bedford Corners, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Bedford Corners, NY.

What parks are near Bedford Corners, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 parks near Bedford Corners, NY that allow camping, notably Hop Brook Lake and Northfield Brook Lake.

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