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Bear Spring Mountain campground accommodates pets across drive-in sites with tent and RV options, offering clean, private spaces along with showers and toilets. This state-run facility near Downsville permits leashed pets throughout the campground areas. Facilities include electric hookups, water sources, fire rings, and picnic tables at each site. Peaceful Valley Campsite and Russell Brook Campsites also welcome pets, with both offering cabin accommodations for travelers wanting a more sheltered experience with their animals. The riverside spots at these locations provide pleasant backgrounds for camping with dogs. Campers note the camping areas are generally well-maintained and quiet, especially during weekdays.
Trails around Bear Spring Mountain provide ample opportunities for walking dogs, with numerous hiking routes through wooded terrain. The campground's proximity to Launt Pond creates water access where pets can cool off during summer months. Campers should be aware of wildlife in the Catskill region and keep pets secured, particularly at dawn and dusk when wildlife is most active. Beaverkill Campground offers another pet-friendly alternative with river access, though sites lack privacy with neighbors sometimes just six feet away. The area provides excellent trout fishing opportunities for campers, with the Beaverkill River being a primary attraction for anglers camping with their dogs. Most campgrounds in the region maintain standard pet policies requiring proof of vaccinations, leashes no longer than six feet, and proper waste disposal.
"Pros: Near wonderful, little-used hiking trails - challenging ones, too!
- Close to Catskill town options to explore, e.g."
"You can see a picture here of the water just a 10 foot trail away from our campsite. All in all a great trip."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"Went here with some friends who had never been outside NYC before. They were absolutely blown away. For me, it was a nice site but not exceptional. Bring or rent a kayak!"
"I drove to NYC for a business trip and ended up driving 1 and a half hour to reach this place. I always carry a tent in the back of my trunk and decided to go camping."
from $18 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We were right next to a small brook, and falling asleep to the sound of the water behind our tent was amazing. Everyone we met was super friendly. We will definitely be back!"
"As close to nature as possible with modern conveniences still nearby. Terri and her gang do a great job of running her Dad's adventure."
"Great location with full hook-ups. Nice riverside spots. Quiet during the week. Nice place to stay"
"Great location with nice riverside spots. Weekdays are quiet, weekends not so much. Full hook-ups. Owners are friendly and great. Reccomended, especially during the week."
"This campground was so pleasant, very clean and quiet, I loved how close the river was to our campground, only a few steps away."
"Bathrooms were very cleaned and everybody respected COVID-related social distancing. Would come again!"
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Great access to the beaverkill. It’s perfect for a quick getaway."
"There are two campsites located right outside of the park where you can park your car next to your tent but we opted to hike in."
"There are several beautiful, secluded hike-in sites along the lake which I would love to return to someday. The hike around the lake is a lovely, easy walk."
"great river based location(Delaware River) bathhouse was very clean, very rustic, sites are huge, plenty of room for 2+ family campers… I know this controversial, but having Wi-Fi would be great esp when"
"It is great family camp ground with amenities that are helpful to parents and new campers such as restrooms, showers, camp shop, canoe/kayak/tube rentals and designated drive in sites with fire ring and"
from $20 - $160 / night
Check Availability"They offer 4 private tent sites and 50 acres of scenic hiking trails. Campsites are spaced out, feel private, and offer all of the amenities (grill, chairs, picnic table)."
from $65 / night
Check Availability"It's a quiet well kept campground right on a lake. Great family friendly campground and the owners are the best. Highly recommend"
from $10 - $50 / night
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ScoutThe campsite was great. Big and going after Labor Day means there was tons of space. Well priced. We did have neighbors that had a trailer and used their generator early in the morning and late at night. Beside that it was fantastic. We had planned on driving to hiking but there was so much to do around the camp site we just walked around and did the hiking near by. The dog park is wonderful. Our dog loved it.
GuideLots of room in many sites for my 24 ft RV and 30 ft trailer. Big meadow in middle with new full playground set.
Dry camping but water available and a sewer dump. Gotta haul your own trash.
Two ponds to play in and a fenced dog park.
Some nice hiking in the park.
GuideSuch a clean and well maintained campground. Staff were so nice and friendly. Only one shower area that was a bit of a trek from our site, a bike would have been nice to get around. We had to move our tent as we had set it back too far and was not on the site pad and park ranger Brian who was very lovely came and asked us to move it and we had a nice chat. Lovely big dog park. There are some nice little walks and small hikes on the ground with a lake that you can rent kayaks or canoes. Close to Woodstock which is a cute town. Our site was a little exposed but the sites either side of us were closed for restoration thankfully. There are some more secluded and set back sites too though.
TravelerGood for skinny dipping and other fun things! Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe.
TravelerA bit off the beaten path for a KOA, but nearly sold out in early October nonetheless. Sites range from typical large rig to dispersed tents next to a creek. The tent sites with electric like the one we took used 240v 50A plugs, so we had to borrow a converter plug form the office for our 120v equipment. Only one bath house and it’s a bit dated. Very pet friendly including a dog play pen. Pool looked nice and was still open in early October.
GuideThis campground is nestled in the Catskills, New York, with easy access to New Jersey and Connecticut. With large campsites and most surrounded by trees, you will find just the right mix of privacy and community depending upon what you are looking for. Although the showers aren't top notch, they do have them and a great recycling center for all of your garbage. If hiking is what you enjoy, they have nearly 4 miles of trails within the campground and surrounding areas that circle two nearby ponds and their day use area. If you are looking for something offsite, don't miss the Giant Ledge hike, a 30 min drive and about a 3 mile out and back hike to Giant Ledge for amazing views overlooking the entire area. Head out to watch the sunrise one morning with awesome views looking east. When you need a break from cooking, don't miss the nearby Phoenicia Diner for some great breakfast and coffee! All of the Park Rangers are very helpful and will provide recommendations and maps, just ask!
GuideNew York State pretty much has abandoned this park. Trees fallen down across the sites. Might be ok for a tent but that’s all.
RangerThis campground is big. Many people live here, but there are spots to rent. Primitive site or not, they have a spot for you. Very nice people here I’d say. We are currently the only Hispanics here and not 1 person has been nasty to us. The lady at check in was on point and it was super quick. The store has a lot to choose from all organized. Bathhouses are clean, water pressure is good, and the hot water is actually hot. The size of the spaces would depend on where you are. We saw primitive sites that are ginormous. Also saw RV sites that were very close to each other. Our tent site is perfect. An area of the lake is to swim and the other to fish in. Catch and release only. Lots of tress for great shade. Very peaceful and calm atmosphere. Mental vacation definitely. Deer may or may not stop by for a visit. Hiking trails available. They also have a dog park for your beloved pooch.
ScoutCan a campground be cozy? I think this place is.
It's not too big, and it's not too small, it's just right.
Bring decent tent pegs because you will probably hit a stone or two.
They sell huge bags of firewood for 8 or 9 dollars and it's much better than the plastic wrapped stuff you get at convenience stores.
Last time we went they were sold out and we had to buy (damp) wood elsewhere.
Each loop has a bathroom. They are clean and well-lit.
They have a single building for trash/recycle/reuse and for washing dishes. They also have a playground and a dog park.
The campsites are nice and shaded.
Each site has a picnic table and grill. The picnic tables can be moved around.
No Wi-Fi. Haven't tried to make a call so I'm not sure about that.
I'd feel safe here if I camped alone. Staff are friendly and helpful.
The Catskill Mountain region around Downsville, New York sits at elevations between 1,200-2,000 feet, creating cool summer nights even when days reach the 80s. Located at the confluence of the East and West Branch Delaware River, this area experiences approximately 45 inches of annual rainfall, creating excellent fishing conditions. Campgrounds near Downsville typically remain open from mid-May through early September.
Fishing opportunities: Little Pond Campground provides access to stocked fishing waters. "The pond has fish and plenty of hiking trails. There is a nice beach area to go swimming and the campsites are well maintained," notes Greg C.
Hiking trails: Access multiple trail networks at Alder Lake where you can connect to longer routes. "The hike around the lake is a lovely, easy walk. The hike trail that connects to the far end of the lake is 6+ miles and while there were no real views, it was lovely. We also hiked the balsam lake fire tower which had nice views of the area," reports Erik C.
Paddling options: Rent boats at several campgrounds during summer months. "We got a kayak for the day and it was a great rate. Saw beavers and eagles," shares Lauren S. about Little Pond Campground. Rentals typically cost $15-25 per hour depending on boat type.
Riverside locations: Roscoe Campsites offers direct water access. "Right on the Beaverkill River, it's quiet, clean, gorgeous, brand new cabins and concrete pads. Fisherman's heaven," writes Richard V.
Private walk-in sites: Select campgrounds offer more secluded options away from the main camping areas. "We had a walk in site and it was fantastic! Right on the water and pretty private. Each walk in site has its own bear box and outhouse," describes Lauren S. about Little Pond Campground.
Cleanliness: Hunter Lake Campgrounds maintains well-kept facilities. "Been camping here for years. It's a quiet well kept campground right on a lake. Great family friendly campground and the owners are the best," states Jesse S.
Reservation systems: Some campgrounds require old-fashioned booking methods. At Hunter Lake Campgrounds, "The only way to make a reservation is by calling them (and then apparently you have to mail them a check or money order to reserve your spot!?!)," explains Justin H.
Cell service limitations: Prepare for limited connectivity in many areas. At Beaverkill Campground, service is minimal. Little Pond Campground has "a pay phone near the entrance booth where you can use to make/receive phone calls. It's a 20 min drive back into town to get cell service," notes Giselle P.
Site spacing concerns: Campsite proximity varies widely between campgrounds. "The site we had was right on the river, so it was pretty and the sound of the water was pleasant. However, the sound of the neighbors literally 6 ft from you wasn't," reports Guy M. about Beaverkill Campground.
Playground access: Russell Brook Campsites provides family-friendly amenities. "Our site was massive (39) and had direct access to Russell Brook. Couldn't keep my son out of the water. Very peaceful," shares Mike C.
Day-use impacts: Consider how non-overnight visitors affect facilities. "What could be a great campground only gets three stars due to the amount of day use people and condition they left the main bathroom and showers," explains Michael G. about Little Pond Campground.
Water recreation: Several campgrounds offer swimming areas suitable for children. "There is an area for day use where you can rent a paddle boat or kayak to go out on the water," mentions J G. about Bear Spring Mountain.
Hookup availability: Soaring Eagle Campground offers various site options. "Sites are huge, plenty of room for 2+ family campers," reports Hans M., who also notes this riverside location maintains a more rustic feel than typical RV parks.
Access considerations: Some roads leading to pet friendly camping near Downsville have limited accessibility. At Alder Lake, "The place is pretty easy to access with paved road the whole way there except for the last 1/2 mile where it is very bumpy. Some might say 4*4 but we made it just fine in our little Camry," shares Nora S.
Tent vs. RV site design: RVers should note that not all campgrounds cater equally to different camping styles. At Roscoe Campsites, "We are camp newbies and I guess we didn't do enough research because this place was a RVs and Cabin mecca. Our goal was to find a tent based camp site and then were eventually surrounded by RVs every where," explains Ryan B.
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