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RangerWawayanda Group Shelter
Appalachian Trail Shelter/Campsite
This is an A.T. shelter and campsite. First come, first served. Privy was nice. Flat tentsites for 6 or more. Good for Hammocking also.
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The camping landscape in New York's Hudson Valley near Cragsmoor encompasses several established campgrounds with varied accommodation options. Jellystone Park at Birchwood Acres and Thousand Trails Rondout Valley offer tent, RV, and cabin camping within 15 miles of Cragsmoor. Boulder Point Campground and Winding Hills Park provide more natural settings with fewer amenities but larger campsites. Primitive tent-only camping is available at the Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground, which serves as a base for rock climbing and hiking in the Gunks.
Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from April or May through October or early November due to the northeastern climate. "Beautiful in the fall," noted one visitor about Winding Hills Park, highlighting the colorful autumn foliage as a prime time to visit. Rainfall impacts accessibility during spring months, while summers are typically warm and humid. Reservations are recommended for holiday weekends, particularly at popular family-oriented campgrounds like Jellystone Park, where strict quiet hours are enforced. Several campgrounds require cash payment for non-residents, with fees ranging from $30-45 per night for developed sites with electrical hookups.
Campers consistently mention the wooded, shaded sites as a significant benefit across multiple campgrounds near Cragsmoor. A recent review described Winding Hills Park as having "large private sites, some with electricity, clean bath house, hot showers in a quiet and wooded campground." Family-friendly amenities distinguish certain properties, with Jellystone Park featuring swimming pools, splash parks, and organized activities. Boulder Point Campground receives praise for its more rustic atmosphere while still providing essential facilities. Cell reception varies significantly across the area, with visitors reporting unreliable service at some locations, particularly with certain carriers. Most established campgrounds offer shower facilities, potable water, and trash disposal, while more primitive sites may have limited amenities beyond vault toilets and fire rings.
Best Campgrounds near Cragsmoor (208)
1. Jellystone Park™ Gardiner
"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."
2. Thousand Trails Rondout Valley
"Great place situated in a great area with lots to do all within an hour's drive. Even camping during a pandemic was peaceful & fun!"
"This is a Thousand trails campground so it was free. I think the regular price is $64. Full hookups, tents and cabins to rent. Pleanty to do in and around campground."
3. New York City North-Newburgh KOA
"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."
4. Winding Hills Park
"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 Availability5. Sun Retreats Birchwood Acres
"Our RV site was private, surround by trees with a nice fire pit and picnic table."
"There are no bathrooms in the cabin but there are public restrooms nearby. The resorts is decked out with 2 playgrounds, a splash park, kiddie pool, family pool and hot tub."
6. Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground
"I definitely recommend trying to get the walk-in (meaning you can't drive to them) sites (8-15) because they're just a little bit more set back and kind of wonderfully wooded all around. 8 & 9 seemed"
"There are drive-up sites and also walk-in sites. No fire pits at individual campsites, though. Only a group fire pit."
7. Boulder Point Campground
"This property has several sites for you to setup your tent, camper, van, or RV (only small tow behinds or popups, no large RVs) Nearby are wineries to explore. Nice bathrooms and showers!"
from $78 - $400 / night
Check Availability8. Gunx Camping on a Horse Farm
"Best views around and close to the horses! Second night we got a special site with an amazing fire-pit. Last night was cool amongst the pine trees, a fire pit and epic views. "
"But the location is great for accessing the Shawamhunks. Given the lack of affordable RV campgrounds (and even the few expensive ones) in the area, this stands out."
from $25 - $100 / night
Check Availability9. Woodland Valley Campground — DEC
"water to play in right behind tent. I do prefer fire pits over the brick stove. this had the stove. more advanced hiking in walking distance. no cell service. my gps on phone was able to track though."
"Close to Woodstock, NY, many trails and other attractions. You need to plan for it, there's a lot to explore; some trails are challenging. "
from $20 / night
Check Availability10. Skyway Camping Resort
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- 34 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
- 42 min from Kingston, NY
- 1 hr 23 min from New York, NY
- 1 hr 25 min from Scranton, PA
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Recent Reviews near Cragsmoor, NY
901 Reviews of 208 Cragsmoor Campgrounds
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ScoutDeerfield Campground — Promised Land State Park
Nice for a quick stopover
Stayed for a quick weekday overnight at a primitive site—fine spot overall. Pros: Restrooms and showers clean and in working order. Pet-friendly. Nice surroundings (though nothing extraordinary). Easy access with a sedan. Cons: most sites are very close to one another with little privacy. Fair amount of road noise. Quiet hours didn’t seem to be enforced—some folks playing music until midnight.
- NNicole Z.
TravelerHappy Days Campground
Excellent campsite
We were looking for a campsite on our way up north and we’re so happy to find this one. While it is a commercial site. It is located in the woods. It has full hook up and portable water at the site. We couldn’t be happier with a warm welcome we received late at night and the cleanliness of the bathrooms and each site. I would highly recommend this campsite.
Greg S.
LegendMills Norrie State Park Campground
4.7 stars
Excellent campground! The forest is beautiful, the Hudson River is super close, there are great trails, and the surrounding area is beautiful. Sites are electric only, so make sure your water pump is working and fresh water tank is full. There are spigots for filling and a nice dump station. The player is excellent. I don't think tetn camping here would be great because the tent sites are closer together and there are trains that pass regularly. We couldn't hear the trains in our camper and our site was large and private with great Forest and hammock trees. The mansion tours at Vanderbilt and Mills were awesome!
S G.ScoutMahlon Dickerson Reservation
Primitive
The main issue with the sites was that they were primitive -- no water. The campsites were basically just wooden platforms, with a picnic table and fire pit. There were also a lot of bugs, though this may be due to the rain. The location itself was fairly pretty and there were a number of hiking trails of not-overly-serious difficulty. The particular site we picked left is a little farther from our car than we would have liked, but for other sites you can bring your car closer.
- MMaybe I.
GuideThe Pines Campground — Promised Land State Park
Good place
We had a great campsite 038, mainly because we booked the site right next to the restroom and hoped no one would reserve the one closest to it, which ended up being the case. The neighboring campsite on the other side also became vacant, so we had plenty of privacy. Otherwise, the sites would have felt a bit cramped. The beach is about a 5-minute walk through the woods. I highly recommend taking a walk there after dark to look at the stars. It’s absolutely worth it. Shower location only near the beach and be ready to pay for it with quarters The restroom is very close from our site and clean, but it’s surrounded by trees, so it’s well hidden and never felt like a disturbance. Our site was much more secluded than most of the others. I would also recommend site 032, as it seemed even more private. Verizon barely had any service, except early in the morning and late in the evening. T-Mobile worked much better. Overall, it’s a nice campground with a beautiful lake. We really enjoyed spending time kayaking, and if you don’t have your own kayak, you can rent one there
Erik C.GuideMongaup Pond
Great camp ground
Stayed for 2 nights in June and it was delightful. Facilities were very clean, had flush toilets and showers, and the trails around the pond were great for my dog. Sites were well maintained, but a little close together for my preference. We stayed at site 146. Would definitely come back and hope to get a site along the pond next time!
Frank J.TravelerSwartswood State Park Campground
The campground is open
The campground was closed in 2024 for renovations. It is now open. I did a tour of the campgrounds but did not stay there. FYI, generators are NOT allowed at all at this campground. I did not see electric or water hookups. There are three loops. Each has it pros/cons. Sites 30-33 are near the bathroom facilities, sites 34-50 are more secluded, sites 52-65 are closer to the lake.
Greg Z.TravelerSussex County Fair Grounds
Rock Ribs and Ridges 2026
We’re here for the Rock, Ribs, and Ridges festival and what a great experience! Make sure to bring a 50’ power cord as the hook ups are grouped together on telephone poles rather than at each individual site. As far as I know camping is only available during select events.
Guide to Cragsmoor
Camping options abound within the Shawangunk Mountains area surrounding Cragsmoor, New York, featuring several established campgrounds with varying amenities. Jellystone Park in Gardiner offers family-friendly accommodations including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping options approximately 5 miles southwest of Cragsmoor. The Thousand Trails Rondout Valley campground in Accord provides similar amenities with electricity, water hookups, and shower facilities. Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground caters specifically to tent campers with more primitive facilities including toilets and picnic tables. Most campgrounds in this region operate seasonally from April or May through October or November, with limited winter camping availability.
Many campgrounds in the region require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holiday periods. The local terrain features wooded settings with varied elevation, offering both sunny and shaded sites depending on the specific campground. As one camper noted about Winding Hills Park, "Large private sites, some with electricity, clean bath house, hot showers in a quiet and wooded campground. We slept like rocks!" Water quality varies between locations, with some visitors mentioning sulfur odors in tap water. Access roads are generally well-maintained for standard vehicles, though some smaller private campgrounds may have narrower access points. Cell phone coverage can be spotty throughout the region, with better service reported at campgrounds closer to towns.
The Shawangunk Ridge area attracts climbers and hikers who appreciate campgrounds like Gunx Camping on a Horse Farm for its proximity to outdoor recreation. A visitor mentioned, "Private campsites accessible by car. Stunning mountain views. Farm stand on property." Family-oriented campgrounds like Jellystone Park at Birchwood Acres feature extensive amenities including pools, water slides, and organized activities. Several campgrounds provide fire rings and picnic tables at each site, though some have strict quiet hours enforcement. Boulder Point Campground receives praise for its primitive setting while still offering necessities like toilets and drinking water. The camping season generally runs from mid-spring through mid-fall, with most facilities closing for winter. Weekday visits typically offer more solitude and site availability than busy summer weekends when reservations are strongly recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Cragsmoor, NY?
What camping is available near Cragsmoor, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Cragsmoor, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 208 campgrounds and RV parks near Cragsmoor, NY and 10 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Cragsmoor, NY?
Which is the most popular campground near Cragsmoor, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cragsmoor, NY is Jellystone Park™ Gardiner with a 4.3-star rating from 32 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cragsmoor, NY?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cragsmoor, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Cragsmoor, NY.
What parks are near Cragsmoor, NY?
What parks are near Cragsmoor, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Cragsmoor, NY that allow camping, notably Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreation River and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
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