Best Tent Camping near Chester, NY

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Chester, NY has a lot to offer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Chester. Find the best campgrounds near Chester, NY. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Tent Sites Near Chester, New York (51)

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

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

    "Campfires are restricted to certain areas and you have to share.  They do have bear boxes available as this is bear country.  Very well run campground and cabins. Great Lake to swim."

    "I camped on one of the platforms, which was very nice and did not feel crowded even with other people on neighboring platforms. One highlight was having meals cooked by the stellar chef."

    2. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

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

    "Near lake Welch- which is phenomenal for easy nearly- beach like camping. The cabins are "rustic" - but there's what you need: cots, electricity, a fridge."

    "Theae do not have plumbing or heat. It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it."

    3. Peace and Carrots Farm Bluebird Tiny Home

    1 Review
    Chester, NY
    2 miles
    Website

    $90 / night

    "In September my Girlfriend (who has never been camping) and I made the trip to New York."

    4. Wawayanda State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    New Milford, NJ
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 853-4462

    "Fantastic loop hike near some amazing hidden lakes. One downside is there were obviously people who had visited and didn't understand what LEAVE NO TRACE means. We'll bring a trashbag next time."

    "It is off the beaten path without any running water or showers within walking distance."

    5. West Point FMWR Lake Frederick Outdoor Recreation Area

    1 Review
    Highland Mills, NY
    9 miles
    Website

    $20 - $150 / night

    "Yes, this is a military-only campground but, that doesn't take away from how incredible it is and that is properly advertised. 

    This place is incredible. "

    6. Moon Valley Campground

    1 Review
    New Milford, NJ
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 900-2773

    $50 - $275 / night

    "The campground is also near the Appalachian trail while still only about an hour from Manhattan!  Check them out and leave a review with your adventures during your stay!"

    7. Croton Point Park

    9 Reviews
    Croton-on-Hudson, NY
    23 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."

    "Peaceful and gorgeous campsite, with plenty of space between sites. Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper."

    8. Suffern-Bear Mountain from Gate Hill Road Primitive

    1 Review
    Stony Point, NY
    14 miles

    "Suffern-Bear Mountain from Gate Hill Road is a high difficulty 15 mile out and back trail. At one point of the trail is a very difficult, but doable, rock scramble up the side of the mountain."

    9. Stonetown Circular trail Primitive #2

    1 Review
    Ringwood, NJ
    17 miles

    "Stonetown Circular trail is a 11 mile medium/high difficulty loop trail. This is the second of two primitive sites along the trail. The trailhead is across the street from a large parking lot."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Chester, NY

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Which is the most popular tent campsite near Chester, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Chester, NY is The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center — Harriman State Park with a 5-star rating from 6 reviews.

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