Cochecton sits in the Upper Delaware River Valley, nestled between Pennsylvania and New York at elevations ranging from 700-1,200 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter lows frequently below freezing. Camping facilities typically operate from May through mid-October, with seasonal variations in availability across different campgrounds.
What to do
Delaware River activities: Soaring Eagle Campground in Equinunk offers direct river access for fishing, tubing, and kayaking. "Nice campground right on the Delaware river great for fisherman, hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing," notes a camper who appreciated the water recreation options.
Mountain hiking: The surrounding Catskill Mountains provide numerous hiking trails within 30 minutes of most campgrounds. At Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, campers enjoy "the creek that runs by the campground is gorgeous, and my kids had fun finding Crayfish."
Swimming options: Many campgrounds maintain pools that offer alternatives to river swimming. Skyway Camping Resort features "a nice pool, this is a good family campground for kids. It large with nice size sites."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Several campgrounds offer larger-than-average campsites. At Soaring Eagle Campground and the Inn at Kellam's Bridge, "sites are huge, plenty of room for 2+ family campers" and "the sites are larger than most campgrounds and well spaced out."
Natural settings: Many campgrounds maintain wooded environments rather than paved lots. "It still manages to maintain a more remote and rustic feel by preserving the trees, stream and riverfront property in a mutual state without concrete pads or driveways."
Fishing access: Keen Lake Resort Campground provides excellent fishing opportunities. "The kids caught multiple sunnies and even a small perch. All in all, we had a great time and plan to go back next year."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Most RV parks have poor cellular reception, particularly in wooded or mountainous areas. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, "cell service for most providers is practically non-existent. I understand this is not the park's fault and some would say that this is 'real' camping."
Seasonal operation: Many facilities close completely during winter months. The majority of campgrounds operate from May through mid-October, with Tri-State RV Park being one of the few open year-round options.
Distance between amenities: Some larger campgrounds have significant distances between camping areas and facilities. At Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort, "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."
Tips for camping with families
Consider river safety: The Delaware River has varying currents and depths. At Keen Lake Resort Campground, families appreciate alternatives: "My kids really loved having a pool to swim in, in addition to the lake."
Pack entertainment options: While natural exploration is abundant, some connectivity may help during downtime. One camper at Soaring Eagle noted "having Wi-Fi would be great esp when camping w/ kids."
Look for dedicated family activities: Some campgrounds offer structured programs. At Keen Lake, "they have activity coordinators that make sure there is something to do for all ages every hour of the day."
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Many mountain sites require extra effort for leveling. At Mountain Top RV Park, "the lower area where we were did flood pretty bad a couple times when there was a lot of rain."
Water pressure variations: Water systems vary significantly between parks. Timothy Lake South has "best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi."
Seasonal closures impact utilities: Most RV campgrounds near Cochecton winterize their water systems in October. Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South operates "May 1 to October 31," which aligns with most RV camping options in the region.
