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Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground permits pets at all campsites with proper vaccination records. Located near Carmel, this established campground offers tent and RV sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Leashed pets must be supervised at all times. Jellystone Park Gardiner and New York City North-Newburgh KOA also welcome pets with designated pet-friendly areas. The dog park at Kenneth L Wilson Campground is particularly spacious, allowing dogs to exercise off-leash in a secure environment. Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed camping area provides a more primitive option for campers with pets, featuring free tent sites accessible by hiking in. Most campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccination and limit pets to two per site. A serious dog bite incident at one campground underscores the importance of following leash rules and supervising pets at all times.
Trails throughout the region accommodate leashed dogs, with the School Mountain Trail and sections of the Appalachian Trail near Canopus Lake offering varied terrain for hiking with pets. Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park maintains strict pet policies, including designated pet-friendly loops and quiet hours to minimize barking disturbances. Campers should pack pet essentials including waste bags, portable water bowls, and tie-out stakes, as not all sites have fenced areas. Wildlife encounters are possible, particularly bears visiting campsites at night, so proper food storage away from sleeping areas is essential for pet safety. The Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Park provides additional dispersed camping options where pets can explore undeveloped terrain, though owners must be prepared with all necessary supplies as no facilities are available.
"The NYS Parks has done a lot of work on the surrounding trails. Some are wide and open (like the School Mountain Trail) and others (like the AT near Canopus Lake) are more challenging. Fishkill"
"With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."
from $21 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
"Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue."
"The staff was nice and they were dog friendly!"
"15 dolares la noche para los que viven en el Estado de New York o New York city .. si es fuera del estado son $5 dolares mas!!"
"Drive-in tent campgrounds. Adequate restroom facilities sprinkled amongst tent sites. Some campsites have raised platforms. All sites have picnic tables and fire ring with flip-top grill."
from $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability"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."
"We are looking forward to stopping by Round Pond again in the near future."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We stayed in lot 109, which was perfect because going through the really faint trail through the trees you can come to a ledge overlooking the Hudson River."
"There are great hiking trails on the Hudson River right outside your campsite. Amenities are the great outdoors and an ancient bath house built during the New Deal in the 1930's."
from $21 - $102 / night
Check Availability"There are absolutely no amenities whatsoever & barely even a signal here, but it’s quiet & off the beaten path. The parking lot only holds about 4-5 cars, 6 if you park real tight."
"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 Availability"Reminds me of lake camping that I grew up with. Hosts are very nice and helpful. This is more of a seasonal camping site. Do not follow your GPS directions. Get directions from the campground staff."
"Less then 10 min drive from town, but hiking in and finding a suitable place to make camp has the feeling of the wild, with the safety of having full cell service."
ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.
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.
ScoutRecently, we camped here for a week. We don’t ever post negative reviews like this. The last day, we experienced a violent attack by a very large and aggressive Pit Bull. The Pit Bull did not have a collar or a leash and was accidently let out of the RV to roam free and unsupervised. It immediately ran to our site(4 sites away) and attacked our dog that was tied at the time. The incident was unprovoked. While trying to save our dog, my wife and I were also attacked. The wounds were serious enough to require emergency transport to a hospital for treatment including stitches. All we could think of was what might have happened if our granddaughter had been playing with our dog.
To put it mildly, their existing pet policy is grossly lacking. They never checked what breed of dog or ask to see documentation of shots when we were registering. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park needs to better manage their pet policy to address aggressive dog breeds and ensure the safety of campers. We camped there for seven days and saw multiple sites have more than one large dog, which in many places we’ve camped at would have been banned due to breed type or size. We have RV’ed extensively across the US and have never seen such careless enforcement of a pet policy regarding aggressive dog breeds. Seriously, think about avoiding this park if you have pets or small children.
TravelerGood for skinny dipping and other fun things! Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe.
LegendWe were on a 5 state East Coast camping trip. Our first campground was in New York Aug 8th. Unfortunately, Debbie was socking New York hard. North South Lake Campground in the Catskills was our camping home. Thursday & Friday it was Neverending rain & wind. Saturday was the nice day.
North South Lake has no electricity. The sites are almost all beautiful, tucked in under shady trees. Not a good way to try out our solar panel! Some are by a stream. A few are by the lake. This is a tent campers paradise. New York tent campers are hard core camping during Tropical Storm Debbie!
There are 7 loops. We were in loop 2. Site 85. There are some sites with an incline down to the site. That might give some rvs trouble. It did for us & I had to be driven out of the campground to call 911. Thank you Mary!! It all ended well & we got a different site.
There are bears that visit the campground & one came one of the nights & visited our camping neighbor's site. They showed us a picture- it was a large black bear.
Generators are allowed for 5 hours & they tell you when you can use them.
The bathrooms/showers are state park clean- which means not very.
There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged.
This is a hiking park & for this middle aged overweight flatlander they are pretty strenuous. Kaaterskill Falls is an exception - short, easy trail, but the parking fills up quickly. Then they close it! You'll have to take a shuttle to get in.
The trail to the Mountain House Site is also pretty easy, with more of an incline.
There's 2 nice lakes with beaches.
The Catskills are very scenic& we enjoyed our time there!
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!
TravelerNorth South lake is one of the larger public camp grounds in New York. The sites are well spaced out. Great for families. The lake is huge.
Avoid holidays to avoid the crowds.
Camping options near Fishkill, New York stretch along the Hudson Valley's eastern corridor, where the elevation ranges from 100-1,400 feet with particularly abundant opportunities in late spring through early fall. The region experiences average summer temperatures between 75-85°F, with cool evenings down to 55-65°F even during peak season. The area's state parks and campgrounds typically open from April through October, with some locations extending into December.
Hiking nearby trails: The School Mountain Trail and sections near Canopus Lake offer varied terrain for day hikes. At Mills Norrie State Park Campground, "There are great hiking trails on the Hudson River right outside your campsite. When the park clears out during the week you sleep to the sounds of nature and the occasional freight train in the distance," according to Michael G.
Water activities on multiple lakes: Several camping areas provide lake access for fishing and boating. At Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground, one visitor noted, "They have a nice open beach on Canopus Lake with a concession area and bathhouse, which we found to be quite clean! They even have boat rentals - or you can bring your own boat to launch!"
Fall foliage viewing: The region transforms with autumn colors. One camper at Mills Norrie State Park mentioned: "We spent two separate weekends at this campground; one during October and the other during early May. Camping here during October was, by far, better. The foliage was turned to all hues of orange, yellow, green, and red."
Historic site visits: Presidential libraries and historic homes are easily accessible. "Close by is the Roosevelt Presidential Library and house, Vanderbilt House, and even further out is Woodstock and plenty of other cool parks," notes a reviewer about the area around Mills Norrie State Park Campground.
Proximity to New York City: Many sites serve as accessible getaways from urban areas. One camper at Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park remarked, "A quick 40 minutes north of NYC, Harriman State Park has an eclectic little campground called Beaver Pond. The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach."
Privacy between sites: Site selection can significantly impact experience. At Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground, a reviewer pointed out, "This is one of my favorite campsites I have been to but only because after several visits we have finally found our favorite site... I highly recommend this place but check out the sites online to get one that is private."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers matter to campers. At Winding Hills Park, visitors praised the upkeep: "The bathrooms are kept very clean as well. 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."
Weekday versus weekend experiences: Timing affects crowd levels significantly. A Clarence Fahnestock camper advised, "Weekends - this park is FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!"
Seasonal availability varies: Opening dates differ between campgrounds. At Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground, "Please be aware that, although the website says they are open in March, they will not open if there is snow on the ground. We found out the hard way on a previous trip."
Wildlife awareness: Bears are active in several camping areas. At Beaver Pond Campground, rangers emphasize this upon arrival: "'Welcome to Bear Mountain' grumbles the park ranger as he sits in complete darkness! He is in his ranger hut, checking in the late evening arrivals to the campground... He offers us a highlighted map to our site, wishes us a good stay, and gives us the run down on bear activity in the area."
Pet rules differ by campground: While most allow pets, specific regulations apply at each pet-friendly camping area near Fishkill. Some locations limit pets to designated loops or require vaccination records. Winding Hills Park allows pets throughout but reminds campers, "You need to clean up after your pet and keep them on a leash at all times."
Firewood availability: Not all sites sell firewood on premises. At Mills Norrie State Park, one camper noted: "Would like to see them sell real firewood," while another mentioned, "They only have fire starter bricks, which get done what you need. They usually have plenty of cut down brush to use for the fires."
Look for campgrounds with dedicated children's activities: Family-oriented sites offer structured programs. At Jellystone Park Gardiner, "This place is great for kids. It has an event just about every weekend with kid activity," and another camper noted it has "counselors who lead activities with kids in the summer and two pools plus a rock climbing tower, manifold, basketball and a bounce pillow and more."
Reserve early for holiday weekends: Popular family times fill quickly. At Winding Hills Park, "Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. Must book the entire holiday weekend 3 days ($90 for non electric sites add $5 each day for electric)."
Consider tent platforms for rainy conditions: Some sites offer raised camping surfaces. At Beaver Pond Campground, "Many of the camping options were on platforms which is especially nice if it recently rained or if you are expecting rain during your stay."
Check noise levels for family sleep schedules: Different campgrounds have varying enforcement of quiet hours. One camper observed at Beaver Pond Campground: "There is a constant buzz in the air of conversation, music, laughter and shrieking toddlers. Quiet time at night is laughable as the enjoyment of being in nature rages on into the early morning."
Check site specifics before arrival: RV sites vary significantly in size and access. At New York City North-Newburgh KOA, "Some sites are hard to get into and others are in more of a large parking lot, but I think that is for workers for local pipeline companies. They have been working on upgrades and adding more patio sites which does improve the place."
Be aware of low-clearance areas: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. One reviewer warned about Mills Norrie State Park: "Some have a steep descent off the road, and there's a lip on the road that can scrape bottom of campers/RVs. This happened to our neighbor and it took out his RV sewer system."
Consider electric-only hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric but not full hookups. At Winding Hills Park, "There are water spigots around the grounds and attached to the bathroom facilities. But no actual sites with water hookups for RVs."
Look for leveled sites: Finding flat parking is important for larger vehicles. At Mills Norrie State Park, a camper noted: "There are only a handful of sites with electric hookups and only one (site 51) is level."
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