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The Catskill Mountains region surrounding Circleville, New York provides a spectrum of camping environments ranging from fully developed campgrounds to more primitive sites. Jellystone Park in Gardiner and Korns Campgrounds in Middletown offer cabin accommodations alongside traditional tent and RV sites. The area features several mixed-use campgrounds that accommodate various camping styles, including glamping options at Neversink River Resort and Oakland Valley Campground. Boulder Point Campground and Winding Hills Park represent additional developed campgrounds within driving distance of Circleville, providing varying levels of amenities and natural settings.
Seasonal operations impact most campgrounds in the region, with the majority operating from April or May through October. Many sites require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends when waterfront locations fill quickly. "The sites are very crowded together, some you can't tell where one begins and the next one ends. But the park is beautiful. Avoid going on the weekends if you can help it," advised one visitor regarding a nearby state park. Road access varies throughout the region, with some campgrounds accessible via paved roads while others require navigation along dirt or gravel routes. The Catskill and Hudson Valley terrain creates diverse camping conditions, from lakeside locations to more densely forested settings at higher elevations.
Campers consistently highlight water features as significant attractions throughout the area's developed campgrounds. Several campgrounds provide direct access to lakes, ponds, or rivers, enhancing recreational opportunities. As one camper noted, "We stayed at one of the creek front campsites and highly recommend doing so. They're slightly more expensive but the view is so worth it." Wildlife viewing opportunities represent another popular feature, with bear activity mentioned in multiple reviews. Campgrounds closer to Harriman State Park often include warnings about bear activity. Facilities typically include standard amenities like fire rings, picnic tables and access to potable water, though bathroom facilities range from primitive outhouses to modern shower buildings depending on the specific campground. Proximity to hiking trails and scenic viewpoints enhances the overall camping experience in this region of New York.
"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."
"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."
"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."
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability"They have the best staff and they are everywhere, if you need someone they are always around and super friendly also."
"Location- 4 stars- close to NYC but kinda just in the woods and close to homes, not much around. Sites- 4 stars- a real mixed bag- the rv/trailer only section is really nice, wooded."
"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."
from $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability"Some of the sites are literally on the road - stay away from the sites on the same side of the road as the pond. "
from $41 - $375 / night
Check Availability"A few of my friends stayed at Kittatinny Canoes River Beach Campsites recently, and while the location is fantastic for river enthusiasts, there are some areas that could use improvement. "
"With over 160 sites spread across 18 acres, campers can choose from wooded, open field, or riverfront locations, all equipped with essential amenities like electric hookups, fresh drinking water, and picnic"
from $75 - $400 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $5 - $20 / night
Check Availability"They loved to fish and play in the river, explore the woods and ride bikes around. Quiet, family friendly and close to home! We love OVC."
"You can camp right next to the river and it has a great view."
"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."
from $82 - $95 / night
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ScoutOctober leaves starting to fall makes for a very quiet, peaceful midweek evening in one of the two dispersed car camping sites. Exactly what I was hoping for - private and empty and lovely. Easy to find - two dispersed car sites are to the left at the fork in the road before the trailhead.
GuideMade a reservation (site44) since I arrived as the sun had set. Office registration was open until 8. Staff was neither friendly nor unfriendly. Bathroom was dated but fine and a short walk from my site. CG was emptier being a Tuesday night in mid-October, so was plenty of space.
Great trail following the Hudson River. Beautiful fall colors.
ScoutI stayed here in March 2026 for a night before going snowboarding at Belleayre Mountain. It was in the middle of a snowstorm on a Tuesday night, so I had the whole place to myself, which was nice.
ScoutNice campground, bathrooms are clean but dated, first come first serve for the sites.
Travelerbeautiful quiet space, great home base for the Catskills and small towns around here. note there's only a few spots. road conditions were fine.
RangerI'll start by saying this is a site-specific review (C20). I booked using Campspot and didn't select my own site but put in the criteria for my rig (30ft TT plus truck) and got a 50A back-in spot. The site was big but abnormal. Between the picnic table placement and the trees, I ended up right around 50ft from the electric and water, and the water spigot was so low I could barely put on my camco filter. With the uneven dirt roads, I had to unhitch with my truck in a gigantic puddle (lol). The site was otherwise fine aside from my gate code not working on Day 2. As for the campground as a whole, I thought it was pretty unique place by the river that offered several good amenities and activities, like downstream river tubing, an arcade, bathroom/shower facilities, a small store, little trails, and more. I would say this place borders the more primitive side.
ScoutPast reviews has mentioned that the office seems to be closed often, while I found that to be true I had no reason to contact anyone. This is definitely one of the cleanest quiets site I’ve ever visited
GuideDefinitely a wide variety of sites—look at the site pictures before booking—there are two areas where it’s just an open field with bonfires and picnic tables that I’d avoid. I could see a large group going there or something but personally it doesn’t offer any privacy.
BUT if you book one of the other sites that DOES have privacy you’ll be in camping heaven. The “hike in” sites are more like “walk-in,” I was worried at first but it’s some are as little as a few yards from the road. The most annoying part was lugging the cooler back and forth, but totally worth it
GuideWe went the 2nd week of October and seems like we had just missed the foliage peak but it was still beautiful.
Everyone minded their business and most sites were 2-4 people, showers were clean and warm but the kind where you gotta push the button every 30 seconds. Toilets were clean and running smoothly (we were in the southernmost loop, closest to the camp office)
No cellphone reception but we could get satellite signal to text our loved ones that we were alive and well!
We loved the hiking and especially kayaking on the pond
Cabin camping options near Circleville, New York provide access to the Neversink River watershed and surrounding Catskill foothills. Most cabin accommodations can be found within a 20-mile radius, with elevations ranging from 400 to 1,200 feet. The region sees four distinct seasons, with cabins typically available from April through late October.
River activities: Oakland Valley Campground offers direct access to the Neversink River for fishing and playing in the water. "We spent most of early spring at Oakland Valley right on the river. Even though covid really forced a shutdown on activities, this was one of my kids favorite places of the year. They loved to fish and play in the river, explore the woods and ride bikes around," reports one camper.
Swimming options: Lake swimming is available at several campgrounds within 30 minutes of Circleville. Winding Hills Park features a large lake for kayaking and fishing, though swimming is not permitted. "The forest is beautiful around the park. Lake is pretty too. Site we stayed at was nice and level for a tent, plenty of trees for a hammock," notes one visitor.
Hiking trails: Access to the Appalachian Trail and numerous other hiking paths exist within the region. High Point State Park, approximately 40 minutes from Circleville, connects directly to the historic trail. "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," reports a camper.
Riverside sites: Multiple campgrounds offer premium waterfront locations. At Korns Campgrounds, "Site 90 was real nice. Fairly secluded and surrounded by a stream. Electrical and water on every site was a bonus," according to one visitor. Another camper noted their location "was by the river and did not disappoint. It was a rocky location but we didn't mind."
Privacy levels: Some campgrounds offer more seclusion than others. Winding Hills Park receives praise for its secluded environment. "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," states one camper. "Lots of trees everywhere, which is nice. Some sites are really nice, with a little driveway to go deeper into the woods and off of the main road."
Clean facilities: Several campgrounds maintain high standards for bathrooms and shower facilities. "Showers are free and hot and clean, water runs continuously (no button to push), and you can adjust the temperature," notes one visitor to Winding Hills Park. Another camper states, "The bathrooms are kept very clean as well."
Varied terrain: Campsite conditions can differ significantly even within the same campground. At High Point State Park, "The sites are varied, some have tent platforms, it's just off the AT, but we have a trailer and the 'trailer' sites aren't level." Another camper warns about the steepness: "The gravel driveway is on a 30-40 degree incline. The tent was too long for the 12'x10' platform, so we had to set it up on the flattest part and hope not to roll down the hill in the night."
Seasonal limitations: Most facilities restrict camping to the warmer months. Winding Hills Park operates from May 20 to October 10, while other campgrounds in the region run from early May through mid-October. "We were there at the end of October, and staff told us Oct 22, 2023 was the last camping day of the season," reports one camper.
Advance planning: Holiday weekends typically require reservations. At Winding Hills Park, "Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season: Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. Must book the entire holiday weekend 3 days ($90 for non-electric sites add $5 each day for electric)."
Kid-friendly activities: Jellystone Park Gardiner focuses heavily on children's entertainment. "This campground is great for kids. It has an event just about every weekend with kid activity," notes one visitor. 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. My older kids preferred a deeper pool but they still had a great time there they have lasertag which they enjoy. And a bounce pillow."
Noise considerations: Family campgrounds can be louder, especially during peak times. "This campground has a lot of activities and has kids of all ages galore. I was worried my 12 year old would be too old for it but he enjoyed making friends there. 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."
Site selection: Choose sites strategically based on bathroom proximity and play areas. "We found the sites closer to the Playground side/closer to the bathrooms to be more noisy. Also those sites are closer together which would be good for larger groups," advises one camper at Winding Hills Park.
Electric hookups: Neversink River Resort provides electric and water hookups but site selection matters. "We were there at the end of the season, which we loved bc we practically had this huge campground to ourselves. Our spot backed up to the river, which was great, but we had to try 2 different spots bc some of them are VERY un level," cautions one RV camper.
Campground layouts: Oakland Valley Campground features multiple levels that accommodate different camping styles. "Nice, family friendly campground with 3 levels to camp at. Top level has a pool, showers and bathrooms with laundry area and game room. Middle level has open field with bathrooms with sinks and running water. There is water and electric on the sites at the middle level."
Dump facilities: Some campgrounds offer dump stations but not full hookups. Winding Hills Park provides a "dump and potable water fill available here. Dump is kept locked, but there's a number to call and staff will come unlock for you. Water spigots available throughout campground."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Circleville, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Circleville, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 212 campgrounds and RV parks near Circleville, NY and 11 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Circleville, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Circleville, NY is Jellystone Park™ Gardiner with a 4.2-star rating from 33 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Circleville, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Circleville, NY.
What parks are near Circleville, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Circleville, NY that allow camping, notably Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreation River.
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