Cabin camping in the Lower Hudson Valley of New York ranges from rustic to modern. The region near Fishkill sits at approximately 200-300 feet elevation with summer temperatures averaging 80-85°F during peak camping season. Late fall brings cooler temperatures with colorful foliage while spring offers mild conditions for early season stays.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Interlake RV Park & Campground offers direct lake access for fishing. "This campsite has a lot of activities and has kids of all ages galore. I was worried my 12 year old would be too old for it but he enjoyed making friends there," notes Stephanie H.
Hiking trails: The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center provides access to numerous hiking paths. "Been here a dozen times! Great hiking for all abilities. Free camping at stone shelters. Beautiful lakes all over the place," says Meredith C.
Swimming options: Croton Point Park features supervised swimming areas during summer months. "A gorgeous camping ground right on the Hudson with beach and trails... gorgeous scenery along the river and a private beach which is opened from Wednesday to the weekend with life guards on duty," mentions Anil S.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Mills Norrie State Park Campground offers well-separated camping areas. "The sites were spacious enough to allow for two cars each and probably 3 tents each (saw this at one site). Rangers running the place were pleasant and informative," reports Rebecca Y.
On-site activities: Jellystone Park Gardiner schedules regular entertainment for guests. "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," writes Jennifer I.
Waterfront access: West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area provides lakeside views. "Love the proximity to NYC - I always look for areas that are not too far, but not too close to NY. Beautiful but small-ish tent sites. Lots of great hiking in the area," according to Becky G.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially during summer and fall foliage seasons from September through mid-October.
Bathroom conditions: Facilities vary significantly between locations. "Bathhouse is old but was adequate with hot showers. We're from out of state and paid about $23 for a tent site which was reasonable for the facilities," notes Cheryl K. about Mills Norrie State Park Campground.
Military-only restrictions: Some campgrounds near Fishkill limit access to military personnel. "Unfortunately for me, Round Pond is camping reserved for active and retired military personnel only. We drove through and the whole space is rather large. There are several signs everywhere making it clear that it is only for military," explains Ethan K.
Tips for camping with families
Pool facilities: Several campgrounds offer swimming pools for children. "Nice pool that is shallow so you can relax and let the little ones go in the water park section alone or they have a 3 ft pool also. My older kids preferred a deeper pool but they still had a great time," reports Amanda S. about Jellystone Park Gardiner.
Playground access: Thousand Trails Rondout Valley provides play equipment for various ages. "As part of the Thousand Trails group, this campground has many amenities. It offers a pool, playground, and activities that include bocce ball, shuffleboard, and horseshoes," explains Kasey M.
Noise levels: Consider site location when booking family cabin rentals. "The site was very nice, all the people friendly and area beautiful," shares Kevin G. about his experience at Croton Point Park with his five-year-old son.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Most camping cabins near Fishkill, New York provide level pads for easier setup. "We had a loosely defined gravel pad that was level. All sites appeared level," notes Lee D. about Croton Point Park.
Seasonal considerations: Late spring through early fall offers the best conditions for cabin camping. "Our 2nd ever camping trip with our RV and it really was amazing. Our first trip to another campground was disastrous due to hurricanes and leaks, and this trip made everything so much better," shares Carmine B. about their stay at Jellystone Park Gardiner.
Transportation add-ons: Consider additional rental options at larger campgrounds. "Love it here but renting a golf cart is prob not the best option $175 for 2 days and it only goes 5mph I can walk faster than that," advises Scott about Jellystone Park Gardiner.
