Cabins near Eastchester, New York provide access to wooded settings along the Hudson River valley and nearby state parks. The region sits at the junction of coastal plain and highland terrain, with elevations ranging from sea level to 1,300 feet in nearby parks. Summer temperatures typically reach the mid-80s, while spring and fall offer milder conditions in the 60-70°F range with lower humidity.
What to do
Hiking at Harriman State Park: The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center offers excellent trail access. "Been here a dozen times! Great hiking for all abilities. Free camping at stone shelters. Beautiful lakes all over the place," notes one visitor who appreciated the diverse terrain options.
Swimming in natural settings: Heckscher State Park provides beach access with supervised swimming areas. A visitor mentions, "Beaches were a 5 min drive," making it convenient to combine camping with water activities. The park offers "a walkable beach" that's easily accessible from the camping areas.
Bird watching and wildlife viewing: Croton Point Park's position along the Hudson River creates excellent bird watching opportunities. "There are lots of bunnies!" reports one camper, while another mentions seeing "deer, rabbits, turtles" during their stay at Heckscher State Park Campground.
What campers like
Lake activities: At The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center, visitors appreciate the aquatic options. "You can also rent canoes and take them out on the lake for an afternoon activity," writes one reviewer. Another mentions, "The lake is very peaceful, and home to beavers we watched from the dining hall patio."
Meal options: Some camping areas near Eastchester offer food services. A camper at Harriman Outdoor Center highlighted "having meals cooked by the stellar chef" as a highlight of their stay. Another visitor recommends, "They offer a meal plan (Option for breakfast, lunch, dinner) that you can get at their dining hall and I HIGHLY recommend that option. Worth the added cost."
Privacy levels: Kettletown State Park Campground offers varied site experiences. "Peaceful and gorgeous campsite, with plenty of space between sites," reports one camper about Croton Point Park. At other locations, privacy varies significantly, with some reviewers noting that "sites are close together so recommend reserving two for more space."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most cabin accommodations require advance booking, particularly during summer months. At Sebago Cabin Camp, a camper notes there are "many camp sites open to rent. Cabins - Leanto - Tent Sites. Check web site for pricing."
Proximity to urban areas: Some campgrounds balance nature with accessibility to metropolitan amenities. "This is state park, very large nested on Peninsula on the Hudson River," writes a Croton Point visitor. Another camper valued that Round Pond Recreation Area is "close enough to NYC area for comfortable and scenic drive."
Site privacy considerations: At Heckscher State Park Campground, "the sites are designated by printing on the roads and do not have clear boundaries between them." Another camper notes, "There aren't clear paths to the restroom building so it's not uncommon for people to cut through the edges of sites to get there."
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated play areas: Several campgrounds offer child-friendly facilities. At Croton Point Park, one visitor mentioned "a decent playground for young kids," while another appreciated that at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation there's a "playground within sight of our camper."
Consider cabin options for mixed groups: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation provides options for different comfort levels. "I took my 5 year-old-son and wife, all of us first time campers. this place was great," shares a visitor to Croton Point Park. For those wanting more amenities, "Camp also provides trucking of gear weather permitting" at Camp Glen Gray.
Check for organized activities: Some parks offer scheduled entertainment. A visitor to Kettletown State Park Campground mentioned "you would see awesome stars during the nighttime!" Sebago Cabins features "movie nights they do big bon fire on Saturday very kid friendly ranger Joe is excellent with the kids."
Tips from RVers
Electric and water availability: At Croton Point Park, "there are cabins and RV sites" with electrical hookups. One camper at Mahlon Dickerson noted, "Website lists water hook ups at long distances but they have hose reels to help with that. Our site (15) said 75' however the 50' hose reel made it to our rv connection."
Dump station accessibility: RV campers should note facilities available. "Nice and easy little campground. Trash dumpster and water near sites...the dump station has a flush hose point," reports a visitor to Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, making it convenient for longer stays.
Seasonal considerations: Some facilities are only available during warmer months. A spring visitor mentioned, "due to our early start in the camping season the weather did not allow us to enjoy fishing or the beach or water hook ups" at Round Pond Recreation Area, though they noted all areas "looked well maintained."
