The Coeymans area sits at the eastern edge of Albany County along the Hudson River, with elevations ranging from 15 feet near the riverbank to 400 feet in surrounding hills. Seasonal camping typically runs May through October, with high summer temperatures averaging 85°F. Most campgrounds in this region feature wooded sites with variable terrain and mixed accessibility for larger vehicles.
What to do
Fishing access: North-South Lake Campground provides multiple fishing spots with both North and South Lake options. "This campsite is by far my favorite in the Catskills! Their staff is friendly and knowledgeable, bathrooms & beach areas are always clean, & the hiking nearby is fantastic," notes one visitor to North-South Lake Campground.
Swimming options: Lake Taghkanic State Park offers a maintained beach area with clean swimming conditions. "The lake is beautiful and clean. Expect to pay $15 fee (I think) to use your paddleboards / kyacks etc. Worth every penny," mentions a camper at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground.
Hiking trails: Taconic State Park contains numerous hiking paths with variable difficulty levels. "There is a trailhead at the end of the campground that connects to the other trails in Taconic State Park," explains a visitor who appreciated the convenient trail access from the campground.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Lake Taghkanic maintains high standards for their restrooms and shower buildings. "Quiet, clean enough and well worth the price. Showers are hot and there's great water pressure. The cleanliness of the bathrooms depends on how busy the campground is," reports a camper about the facilities.
Private wooded sites: Mt. Greylock Campsite Park offers tree cover that creates separation between campsites. "This place is great. It's got so many different nooks and crannies and so many different levels up and down the hill and Valley and just a beautiful peaceful place in the woods," explains a visitor to Mt. Greylock Campsite Park.
Wildlife viewing: Schodack Island provides opportunities to observe local fauna. "Lots of bunnies, weasels, chipmunks, birds, and butterflies. Plenty of space to walk the dog," notes a camper describing the natural surroundings.
What you should know
Interior road conditions: Mt. Greylock Campsite Park has challenging terrain that affects vehicle access. "The camp has a lot of hills and some are pretty steep. We always bring our bikes and love to bike through the campgrounds, but this one is not good for biking. Our little ones had trouble going down the hills because of the loose gravel," cautions one visitor.
Pet documentation: Rabies records must be presented in paper form at many campgrounds. "Plenty of space to walk the dog. Be sure to bring your dogs rabies records. They don't let you in with just the tag, it has to be the paper records," advises a visitor to Schodack Island State Park Campground.
Weekend noise levels: Crowds and activity levels increase significantly during weekends. "It was a very quiet campground during the week. However, I gave it only 4 stars because when Friday came and the weekend campers arrived, it got loud and rowdy," reports a visitor to Mt. Greylock Campsite Park.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and recreation: Lake Taghkanic offers diverse family-friendly facilities. "Big and spacious state park with many camping options. Has options for trailers, tent sites, platforms for tents and even some cabins. Small store in park that sells firewood and ice and a few other things you may need," shares a visitor who appreciated the family amenities.
Platform tent sites: Several campgrounds provide raised platforms that improve camping during wet weather. "This was our second time coming to this campground and our second time getting dumped on by the rain, but have no fear!! The platforms kept us off the ground and were helpful in setting up appropriate tarp protection," explains a camper at Lake Taghkanic.
Swimming beaches: Designated swimming areas with clean conditions benefit families with children. "Located just about a mile from Kaaterskill Falls this campground couldn't be in a better spot. We had a wonderful weekend there. The restrooms were clean and had showers, which we did not expect," notes a visitor to North-South Lake Campground.
Tips from RVers
RV campgrounds Coeymans, New York: Arrowhead Marina & RV Park provides full-service sites with direct river access. "Well maintained, located on the Mohawk River. Shady, grassy areas. Boat launch and pier. Friendly people. A perfect campground," reports an RVer at Arrowhead Marina & RV Park.
Site dimensions: Many campgrounds near Coeymans feature variable site sizes affecting larger rigs. "This was one of our favorite campgrounds of our cross-country trip. Our site was back-in and had plenty of space. There's a lot of green space in this campground and it's right on the river," notes a visitor about the spaciousness at Arrowhead Marina.
Power considerations: Interlake RV Park provides full hookup options at varied price points. "It took me a while to identify a campground that was convenient for exploring the Hyde Park area. This year the most basic site with water costs $46; add electric on up to sewer and cable tv and you'll pay as much as $60/night," explains a visitor to Interlake RV Park & Campground.
