Cabin options near Blauvelt, New York range from rustic to modern accommodations positioned within state parks and recreation areas. Most cabin sites sit at elevations between 400-1,000 feet, offering wooded surroundings with access to local waterways. Winter cabin camping is limited to specific locations with heated facilities, while summer availability often requires reservations 9 months in advance.
What to do
Swimming access: The Mahlon Dickerson Reservation offers convenient swimming options for cabin campers. "Short 5 minute drive to nearby supermarket to pick up food or firewood. I would highly recommend it. Oh...and did i say, gorgeous scenery along the river and a private beach which is opened from Wednesday to the weekend with life guards on duty!" reports one visitor to Croton Point Park.
Hiking trails: Many cabins connect directly to trail systems. At The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center, visitors note "You are able to do a hike around the lake. They have both cabins for rent and camping spots on platforms which are great, especially when it rains." This center provides both cabin accommodations and platform sites.
Water recreation: Canoe and kayak rentals are available at select locations. "The lake is very peaceful, and home to beavers we watched from the dining hall patio," writes one camper about The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center, adding that "This campsite is accessible by public transportation. There is a shuttle run by the campsite to and from Tuxedo Park Train Station."
What campers like
Affordable pricing: Basic cabins offer cost-effective alternatives to hotels. At Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, campers appreciate that sites are "very cheap as well. $15/night on Memorial Day weekend!" This location also offers platform structures for tents that keep gear dry during wet conditions.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses enhance the cabin experience. A reviewer at Camp Glen Gray notes "Cabins are always clean and stocked with firewood. Lots of hiking trails. Trading post is well stocked and volunteers are always friendly and able to answer any questions."
Group accommodations: Many cabins accommodate families or larger gatherings. According to one visitor to Croton Point Park, "It's a good park/camp for groups. 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." Group sites often include multiple cabins clustered together with shared amenities.
What you should know
Varying electricity options: Not all cabins have reliable power. A reviewer at Sebago Cabin Camp advises: "The cabins are 'rustic' - but there's what you need: cots, electricity, a fridge. Ignore the hotplate and just cook on a fire out other outdoor set up."
Reservation challenges: Weekend bookings require advance planning, especially in summer. "We spent 4 nights in the campsite area and this is a first class facility. Very clean. They offer a meal plan (Option for breakfast, lunch, dinner) that you can get at their dinning hall and I HIGHLY recommend that option," suggests a visitor at The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center.
Bathroom limitations: Many locations have central bathhouses rather than in-cabin facilities. At Croton Point Park, a camper warns "Only one or two bathrooms in the whole place so be prepared to go for a walk when you have to go." Similarly, High Point State Park has "Clean-ish bathrooms with flush toilets, no sinks, no showers, with that awful outhouse smell."
Tips for camping with families
Budget-friendly options: Several locations offer affordable cabins with basic amenities. At High Point State Park, a visitor shared: "I spent two nights camping with my niece and this campground was perfect. The site was maybe a 50-yard walk-in and we barely heard anyone around us and had a real wilderness feel. We fit in a hike up to the Appalachian Trail from our campsite, swam at the pond (Lake Marcia), and got in a fishing session at Steeny Kill Lake."
Bring extra bedding: Cabins typically provide frames or cots without linens. As one Croton Point Park visitor explains, "This is state park, very large nested on Peninsula on the Hudson River." Most cabins require guests to supply their own pillows, sleeping bags, and blankets.
Wildlife awareness: Several parks have active wildlife populations. A visitor to Croton Point Park warns, "Keep your food in the dry bag and away from the tent or benches provided or face the packs of fearless racoons at night. Fire is allowed and has no issues of mosquitoes."
Tips from RVers
Limited hookup options: Most cabin areas have separate RV sections with varying amenities. "Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping. Camps are secluded from each other and most if not all have an elevated space to put tents or chairs," notes a camper at High Point State Park.
Site selection matters: Some cabins offer more privacy than others. At Camp Glen Gray, visitors mention "Great Camp!!! One rustic place with many hiking trails to choose from. Camp also provides trucking of gear weather permitting. No vehicles allowed to drive through camp. Trading Post for treats and other items."
Consider noise levels: Proximity to facilities can affect quiet enjoyment. At Croton Point Park, one visitor notes "The tent site is after the RV site, so use their LX before you get to site if you can. Dumpster and water near sites... The site was very loud (dance music) until after 11pm. Quiet time at 10pm."
