Winding Hills Park accommodates pets at 51 varied campsites nestled in a wooded setting near Campbell Hall. Most sites offer electrical hookups, and each includes a fire ring and picnic table. The park maintains pet-friendly policies with no breed restrictions, though pets must be leashed at all times. Clean bathroom facilities with hot showers serve the campground, while the surrounding forest provides shaded relief during summer months. Black Bear RV Park and Korns Campground also welcome pets, with Korns offering tent sites along a river and cabin options for those seeking more amenities. Campground staff regularly maintain bathroom facilities and clean them daily, creating a pleasant environment for both pets and their owners. Campground data and reviews near Campbell Hall, New York is regularly updated on The Dyrt.
The forested environment at Winding Hills provides excellent walking opportunities for dogs, with trails surrounding both the lake and pond areas. Multiple benches positioned along the water make pleasant spots to rest with pets while fishing or enjoying nature. No swimming is permitted in the lake, but fishing requires a license, which rangers actively verify. Water spigots located throughout the campground provide convenient access for filling pet water dishes. Local police maintain a visible presence at campgrounds, ensuring quiet hours (10pm-7am) are observed and providing a secure environment. Sites closer to playground areas tend to be noisier but offer more space for pets to explore, while those deeper in the woods provide greater seclusion and natural surroundings for wildlife observation. During peak season, an ice cream truck regularly visits the campground, a welcome treat for both campers and their four-legged companions.
"We got a red carpet site by the Gaga pit and near the water park (Cindy bear lane) and it was a convenient yet noisy site. Kids were at the playground 8 am or before and the noise woke us up."
"With a new check in area, Gardiner has really stepped up. They expanded the pool area to include another pool plus splash area and water slides."
$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."
$25 - $30 / night
"We have stayed here multiple times since it’s so close to home. Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day."
"The trails to walk on are perfect to get out of the campsite for a few hours. There are no spots with sewer hookup but they have a dumping area."
"Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue."
"The staff was nice and they were dog friendly!"
$17 / night
"With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."
"When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."
$82 - $95 / night
"Have stayed here several times - great location and nice, full hook-up sites. Back-in and pull through sites and can accommodate large rigs. A little expensive but everything is included."
$30 - $60 / night
"My original site had been moved by ReserveAmerica without notification but the staff at Korns Campground moved me to an even better site with a closer proximity to the bathroom."
"We parked right next to our camp site and had water, fire pit, outlets, and our car all in one area. One of the owners came out to make sure we were all ok."
$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."
$5 - $20 / night
"There are about 40 to 50 sites around Sawmill Lake. Many of these sites , like ours, are walk in sites (about a 50 yard walk) that sit lakeside."
"_The campground at High Point State Park has 50 spacious tent sites, many with direct lake access, located in a wooded area surrounding Saw Mill Lake."
ScoutThe campsite was great. Big and going after Labor Day means there was tons of space. Well priced. We did have neighbors that had a trailer and used their generator early in the morning and late at night. Beside that it was fantastic. We had planned on driving to hiking but there was so much to do around the camp site we just walked around and did the hiking near by. The dog park is wonderful. Our dog loved it.
GuideLots of room in many sites for my 24 ft RV and 30 ft trailer. Big meadow in middle with new full playground set.
Dry camping but water available and a sewer dump. Gotta haul your own trash.
Two ponds to play in and a fenced dog park.
Some nice hiking in the park.
GuideSuch a clean and well maintained campground. Staff were so nice and friendly. Only one shower area that was a bit of a trek from our site, a bike would have been nice to get around. We had to move our tent as we had set it back too far and was not on the site pad and park ranger Brian who was very lovely came and asked us to move it and we had a nice chat. Lovely big dog park. There are some nice little walks and small hikes on the ground with a lake that you can rent kayaks or canoes. Close to Woodstock which is a cute town. Our site was a little exposed but the sites either side of us were closed for restoration thankfully. There are some more secluded and set back sites too though.
ScoutRecently, we camped here for a week. We don’t ever post negative reviews like this. The last day, we experienced a violent attack by a very large and aggressive Pit Bull. The Pit Bull did not have a collar or a leash and was accidently let out of the RV to roam free and unsupervised. It immediately ran to our site(4 sites away) and attacked our dog that was tied at the time. The incident was unprovoked. While trying to save our dog, my wife and I were also attacked. The wounds were serious enough to require emergency transport to a hospital for treatment including stitches. All we could think of was what might have happened if our granddaughter had been playing with our dog.
To put it mildly, their existing pet policy is grossly lacking. They never checked what breed of dog or ask to see documentation of shots when we were registering. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park needs to better manage their pet policy to address aggressive dog breeds and ensure the safety of campers. We camped there for seven days and saw multiple sites have more than one large dog, which in many places we’ve camped at would have been banned due to breed type or size. We have RV’ed extensively across the US and have never seen such careless enforcement of a pet policy regarding aggressive dog breeds. Seriously, think about avoiding this park if you have pets or small children.
TravelerGood for skinny dipping and other fun things! Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe.
GuideThis campground is nestled in the Catskills, New York, with easy access to New Jersey and Connecticut. With large campsites and most surrounded by trees, you will find just the right mix of privacy and community depending upon what you are looking for. Although the showers aren't top notch, they do have them and a great recycling center for all of your garbage. If hiking is what you enjoy, they have nearly 4 miles of trails within the campground and surrounding areas that circle two nearby ponds and their day use area. If you are looking for something offsite, don't miss the Giant Ledge hike, a 30 min drive and about a 3 mile out and back hike to Giant Ledge for amazing views overlooking the entire area. Head out to watch the sunrise one morning with awesome views looking east. When you need a break from cooking, don't miss the nearby Phoenicia Diner for some great breakfast and coffee! All of the Park Rangers are very helpful and will provide recommendations and maps, just ask!
TravelerSome things you should be aware of before booking: The office, playground, dog park, pool, laundry are located at the top of the hill. Camping spots are downhill, a good distance from the office and amenities. Trash is located off site in a pullout on the road you drive in on. There are 2 showers for women and 2 for men. Both are old and not well maintained or in our experience clean, either. In general the camping spots are not well maintained, weedy, un-level and picnic tables are weathered and warped. This resort campground is composed of mainly residents, the rules (we observed) apply to the overnight campers, not the residents. Children of the residents run free all day and past curfew in the evenings unsupervised. The setting is quiet, the views from the upper level are lovely. With some updating of bath facilities, cleaning and leveling of campsites, uniform enforcement of rules, Pleasant Acres could become a resort destination.
LegendOur 4rth state in our 5 state trip is New Jersey! We wanted to see Delaware Water Gap NRA & I found a campground by Newton called The Great Divide. This is a private campground. Very scenic with a small lake, a pond & surrounded by woods. This is also the most expensive campground on our trip at $96.11 a night.
Lots to do for families- they have kayaks for camper use. Horseshoes, tether ball, volleyball, a pool, a playground, a dog park. There's a swimming beach.
One strange thing is there's a lot of tent sites & they seemed popular. For the amount of tent/popup sites they only have 1 shower per loop. They are very clean & checked often, but they're used heavily during the weekend. I had better luck Sunday evening. A bench outside the bathroom would have been nice to sit & wait.
The rv sites were all full hookup on our loop.
We came in on a Friday & found out this campground ROCKS!!! They have live bands every Friday & Saturday night during the warm months. This might explain the higher rates. Party on!
TravelerStaying here is great! You’ve got fishing either in 2 private lakes or you can fish in the river but to do the river you’ll need a New York State fishing license. There are playgrounds for the kids, basketball, pool and a remote control car track. We stayed in the “ overflow” are several times and it is very nice.
Campgrounds near Campbell Hall offer varied terrain with elevations ranging from 350 to 1,100 feet throughout Orange County. The area experiences distinct seasonal changes with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. Winter camping opportunities exist at select locations where facilities remain open year-round, though most campgrounds operate from April through October.
Hiking trails with lake views: At Beaver Pond Campground, explore trails that connect to the Appalachian Trail system. "A quick 40 minutes north of NYC, Harriman State Park has an eclectic little campground called Beaver Pond. The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out," notes one visitor.
Fishing opportunities: Anglers can fish at multiple locations with proper licensing. "The lake is a nice size and has a trail so you walk the entire length with benches around a good portion to sit and/or fish. There is a nice sized pond at the park to fish which also has benches around it," explains a camper from Winding Hills Park.
Winter camping options: For off-season camping, some parks offer year-round access. "We were there in late October, towards the end of the season, and there were only a few other campers there, and it was a weekend! So nice to have the whole place feel so quiet and desolate," shares a camper about Winding Hills Park's extended season.
Secluded sites for privacy: Campers appreciate sites with natural buffers. "We have stayed here multiple times since it's so close to home... It's deep in the woods of the park so there is good shade which is nice on the hotter days," explains a regular visitor to Winding Hills Park. Sites in more wooded areas typically offer greater seclusion from neighboring campers.
Accessible shower facilities: Clean bathing options are important to many campers. At High Point State Park, one camper notes: "Showers are at the day use area, from 10-5:30... Showers are free and hot and clean, water runs continuously (no button to push), and you can adjust the temperature."
Short-term camping flexibility: Some parks accommodate last-minute plans without reservations. "When not going on a holiday it is first come first serve spots which is good if you just need to spend one night here. Pull into whichever site you want and at some point the groundskeepers will come to collect your money," shares a Winding Hills Park camper.
Pet policies vary by location: Most campgrounds accommodate pets with leash requirements. At Korns Campground, pets are welcome, but specific areas may have restrictions. Bring proper documentation if required by the campground.
Seasonal staff availability: Staffing levels change throughout the season. "I would rate this a 5 when they're finished with the upgrades. Unfortunately there was nothing on this saying that they have limited spaces due to construction," notes a visitor to Black Bear RV Park.
Water quality considerations: Water sources may have distinct characteristics. "The water smells a little like sulfur, so you may want to bring your own," advises a camper from High Point State Park. Potable water is generally available at spigots throughout most campgrounds.
Designated youth activities: Jellystone Park Gardiner offers organized programs for children. "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," says one family. Another adds, "Nice pool that is shallow so you can relax and let the little ones go in the water park section alone or they have a 3 ft pool also."
Playground accessibility: Choose sites based on proximity to play areas. "The sites closer to the Playground side/closer to the bathrooms [are] more noisy. Also those sites are closer together which would be good for larger groups," explains a Winding Hills camper.
Lake swimming options: Swimming opportunities enhance family experiences. "Dug it. Not a fan of the platform for the tent. Nice hikes. The view from the lighthouse is worth it," shares a visitor to High Point State Park, where Lake Marcia provides supervised swimming during summer months.
Hookup availability: Electric and water connections vary between parks. At West Point FMWR Round Pond, "No frills but beautiful. Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only," notes one RVer.
Site leveling challenges: Terrain affects setup difficulty. "Some sites are hard to get into and others are in more of a large parking lot," cautions a camper about the Newburgh KOA. Check site specifications before arrival to ensure compatibility with your RV size.
Winter camping preparations: Off-season camping requires additional planning. "We are returning to the south after spending a couple months of fall in New England... At least we had a place to park for the night, and power, but unfortunately it was very overpriced for what we got," shares an off-season traveler at Black Bear RV Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Campbell Hall, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Campbell Hall, NY is Jellystone Park™ Gardiner with a 4.3-star rating from 32 reviews.
What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Campbell Hall, NY?
TheDyrt.com has all 134 dog-friendly camping locations near Campbell Hall, NY, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
