Camping cabins near Calverton, New York offer easy access to the North Shore and South Shore beaches of Long Island. The region features oak and pine forests with sandy soil typical of Long Island's central pine barrens. Summer temperatures average 80-85°F with high humidity, while fall brings cooler weather around 65-70°F with less precipitation.
What to do
Beach activities at Rocky Neck State Park Campground: The campground sits near a public beach on the Connecticut shore, about an hour's drive from Calverton. "The campsite is only a short walk from the beach and available mountain bike and hiking trails. A great family campsite with easy to get to activities," notes a visitor.
Visit nearby farms during harvest season: North Fork Cottages & RV Resort in Greenport provides convenient access to local agriculture. "It's right at the entrance to wine country on Long Island," mentions one camper at Wildwood State Park Campground.
Seasonal activities at Hammonasset State Park: Located on Connecticut's shore, this park offers family programming during summer months. "They have plenty of things at the camp store and you can't beat the couple minute walk to the beach. There is plenty of things in the area if you need to pick up any extra supplies too!" explains one visitor to Hammonasset State Park Campground.
What campers like
Beach access on the Long Island Sound: The North Shore beaches offer a different experience than South Shore beaches. "The North Shore and South Shore are pretty different. This site gives you the North Shore experience with high bluffs, sandy calm beaches along the Long Island Sound, and views of CT across the water," shares a camper about Wildwood State Park.
Swimming and water activities: Watch Hill Fire Island Campground provides a unique beach camping experience. "Backcountry Beach Camping... You can get a permit to backcountry camp instead of reserving a designated campground spot. Just walk down to the beach after check-in and walk east until you see a pole with a tent symbol on it," explains one visitor.
Hiking trails and natural areas: Several parks near Calverton feature walking paths through diverse ecosystems. "Birdsong in the morning and the sound of the waves. There are showers, toilets and a café. For those who want to be at one with nature," describes a visitor to Watch Hill Fire Island Campground.
What you should know
Bug protection is essential: Mosquitoes can be problematic in waterfront cabin areas. "Def bring a shelter or a canopy with a mosquito net! We spent a lot of time inside our tent, needless to say," warns a visitor to Watch Hill Fire Island.
Bathroom facilities vary widely between parks: Some parks maintain their facilities better than others. "This camp site has a new check-in area, as well as, additional comfort stations, including family restrooms," notes a recent visitor to Heckscher State Park Campground.
Transportation considerations: Not all cabin sites are accessible by car. "Only about 20 min drive and 30 min ferry trip for us we got to Watch Hill. Awesome place close to home easy check in and very friendly ppl. It's a bit of a walk to camp site but all on board walk," explains a camper.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with organized activities: Some parks offer structured programming for children. "They have activities for the kids on weekends and holidays. They are close to local beaches and hiking trails," notes a visitor to Riverdale Farm Campsites.
Consider cabin options for easier family stays: Cabins provide more comfort for families with young children. "This was a last-minute booking for us and we were delighted with the beachside cottage, with enough amenities that mom and dad did not worry we had their cutie with us for camping. She's too little for backpacking into the woods but finally got to stay overnight," shares a camper at Heckscher State Park.
Choose sites with playgrounds: Some campgrounds have dedicated play areas. "There are a lot of you children. Short walk to Rock Neck beach. Nature Center has movies on weekends for kids," mentions a camper at Rocky Neck State Park Campground.
Tips from RVers
Reserve pull-through sites for easier setup: Some campgrounds offer more accessible options for larger rigs. "RV pull through sites were fantastic. It was a great campground for maiden voyage in new rig. Plenty of amenities," notes a visitor to Wildwood State Park.
Check bathroom access if not self-contained: Not all RV sites have full hookups. "I stayed here for 3 nights, kids loved the area and playground. Wi-Fi was not so great unless we paid $6 a day for premium access," mentions a visitor to Riverdale Farm Campsites.
Confirm site measurements before booking: Some cabin camping areas near Calverton have limited space for larger vehicles. "Sites were generously spaced, water spouts at almost every site. Was unaware there were no fire pits at the site so I would just bring your own," advises a camper at Heckscher State Park.
