Nestled in the rolling landscape of Schoharie County, Fultonham sits at approximately 1,200 feet elevation in a region characterized by wooded hillsides and valley streams. The camping season typically runs from May through mid-October, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during the day and dropping to 50-60°F at night. Fall foliage colors peak in early October when campgrounds experience their final surge of visitors before closing for winter.
What to do
Hiking at Vroman's Nose: A short drive from Max V. Shaul State Park Campground, this popular trail offers valley views. "There's no pond/lake here but there's several waterfalls nearby and vromans nose," notes camper Brian H.
Swimming and boating: Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground offers water recreation 45 minutes east. "The lake is beautiful and clean. Expect to pay $15 fee (I think) to use your paddleboards/kyacks etc. Worth every penny," mentions Mellisa T.
Stargazing opportunities: Clear nights offer excellent star viewing with minimal light pollution. "Late night, stargazing over the lake is a great pastime, because the water is calm and the light pollution is low," writes Seth K. about Lake Taghkanic.
Fishing access: Multiple streams and lakes in the area support trout fishing. Many campers bring their gear to North-South Lake where one visitor mentioned, "I've recently started going there again with my own family and it's great to see them take the same enjoyment I did. Camping, swimming, hiking, boating, biking, this place has it all."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Thompson's Lake Campground receives consistent praise for maintenance. "All public areas including the bathrooms are very clean," writes Dana O., adding that they appreciate "the playground area near the beach."
Secluded sites: Max V. Shaul State Park Campground provides privacy between campsites. According to Darby R., "I love this little place! No hook ups, but there are water spigots nearby. There is a children's playground and pavilion."
Level camping areas: Country Roads Campground features well-designed sites. "Beautiful campground. Stayed in The Pines section. Spacious sites. Super friendly and helpful staff," notes Tom R.
Water activities: Several nearby campgrounds feature lakes with swimming areas and boat rentals. "Big and spacious state park with many camping options. Has options for trailers, tent sites, platforms for tents and even some cabins. Big lake with swimming and boating as well as many hiking trails," states Mary-Kate L. about Lake Taghkanic State Park.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most RV campgrounds near Fultonham, New York only operate from May to October. "North South Lake Campground couldn't be in a better spot. We had a wonderful weekend there. The restrooms were clean and had showers, which we did not expect," mentions Brittany W. about a campground open until October 22.
Reservation requirements: Book well ahead for summer weekends and fall foliage season. Thompson's Lake camper Rachel G. advises, "Reserve very early for waterfront."
Weather preparation: The Catskills region experiences significant temperature drops at night even in summer. "This was our second time coming to this campground and our second time getting dumped on by the rain, but have no fear!! The platforms kept us off the ground and were helpful in setting up appropriate tarp protection!" shares Rosie R. about Lake Taghkanic.
Quiet hours enforcement: Most campgrounds strictly enforce quiet times. At Crazy Acres Campground, one camper noted, "I was very impressed that even though our neighbors were loud, they all respected quiet time at 11pm (because it was a holiday)."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. Thompson's Lake camper Dana O. specifically mentions, "This campground has always been my go to. Now that I have kids, I appreciate the playground area near the beach more."
Swimming safety: Lakes have designated swimming areas with varying depths. A camper at North-South Lake observes, "Located just about a mile from Kaaterskill Falls this campground couldn't be in a better spot. The restrooms were clean and had showers, which we did not expect."
Activity scheduling: Some campgrounds organize family events. At Crazy Acres, Robert M. reports, "We had fun, plenty of activities, a big lake to fish in and a pool to relax by. Nighttime family fun as well. We worth a weekend of fun for the whole family."
Nature programs: Look for educational opportunities at nearby state parks. "The park offered many activities or just sit around the campsite drinking beers and reminiscing our youth days. We went on weekdays which is not crowded," mentions george L. from Lake Taghkanic.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Arrowhead Marina & RV Park accommodates larger rigs. "This was one of our favorite campgrounds of our cross-country trip. Our site was back-in and had plenty of space. There's a lot of green space in this campground and it's right on the river," notes Tina.
Tent-friendly RV parks: Some RV campgrounds near Fultonham have dedicated tent sections. "Mainly an RV ground, but they have about 10-15 great tent sites back beyond the RV area. There are water spigots near all the tent sites and they are nice and spread out," writes William R. about Country Roads Campground.
Assistance with parking: Staff at some campgrounds help with site navigation. Philip M. appreciated this at Country Roads Campground: "We were escorted to our site upon arrival and I certainly appreciated that as we were very tired after a long day of travel."
Power requirements: Check amperage availability when booking. Wilson W. notes about Crazy Acres, "My site had 30 amp electric (also 2 extension cord outlets in the box) and water. Very quiet as they had just opened."
