4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
The Fultonham area in upstate New York features several established campgrounds and dispersed camping options within the surrounding Catskill region. Max V. Shaul State Park Campground provides 30 sites for tents, RVs, and cabins, while several primitive camping areas like Duck Pond Campsite and Betty Brook Camp offer more remote experiences. Country Roads Campground accommodates various camping styles with 118 sites including tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options. The region includes both state-managed facilities and privately operated campgrounds within a 20-mile radius.
Camping seasons typically run from May through mid-October, with most established campgrounds closing after Columbus Day weekend. The region's primitive dispersed sites on state forest land require navigating unpaved roads that can become challenging in wet conditions. Many dispersed camping areas like Betty Brook Camp feature streamside locations but minimal amenities. Nickerson Park Campground and Country Roads Campground maintain water hookups and electrical service, while state park facilities offer varying levels of utilities. A review of Duck Pond Campsite noted: "After driving unpaved dirt road for a while, we arrived at surprisingly well maintained beautiful campsites. The pond is small so the mosquitos were not too bad."
The mixed-use campgrounds throughout the area balance access to natural features with varied amenity levels. Several visitors highlighted the privacy and natural setting of Max V. Shaul State Park, with one camper describing it as having "lots of space between sites" and "clean and modern" bathhouses. Dispersed camping areas receive positive reviews for solitude and proximity to streams, though some reviewers caution about road conditions. Betty Brook Camp, situated alongside a stream, draws repeat visitors for its remote setting. Sites at Country Roads Campground feature spacious layouts with water spigots accessible to tent camping areas. Campers seeking facilities with amenities might prefer Little Lake Campground or Thompson's Lake Campground at Thacher State Park, both offering water and electrical hookups within reasonable driving distance of Fultonham.
"Just ok distance between camp sites. If we return we might try the more upper loop further from the front"
"Watched a video on YouTube that was a walk through of each site. So peaceful. Lots of good hiking. Sinks for dishes, clean bathrooms and showers."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $50 / night
"Our site was on top of the creek, close to the path down to the water and close to a hiking trail. During our visit we drove around the nearby towns and didn't find much to see or do with our time."
"We had reservations about being side by side with other RVs but the site we were in was so big and being in a valley with huge trees all around a large open grassy area in the middle made everything feel"
"There are water spigots near all the tent sites and they are nice and spread out. They have special events in a pavilion near the RVs including bingo"
from $34 - $55 / night
"After driving unpaved dirt road for a while, we arrived a surprisingly well maintained beautiful campsites. The pond is small so the mosquitos were not too bad."
"Intermittent cell service which was frightening while driving on these rough roads"
"I live near this campground. I'm about a mile away and I pass it every day. It is rather remote, but it is right along West kill road."
"Entrance is soft"
"Was a great location for winter camping. Site easily accessible from road. Beautiful, peaceful, great time!"
from $22 - $32 / night
"It’s across from the bathrooms, behind there’s a trail that takes you to the lake (about a 5 min walk). No electric, water, or dump station."
"Some of the lakeside sites have private foot trails down to the water which was very nice."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 / night
"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."
"This is a truly beautiful and scenic campground, easily one of the best places we have visited in New York State."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $44 / night
TravelerCamp is pretty close together but most spots have a thick tree line between them which is nice. You still get a bit of road noise off the bridge and surrounding areas but it’s not to bad and the views at the boat launch on the Hudson are gorgeous
TravelerFree site ran by Peekemoose forest. There are supposed to be 12 along throughout the valley, this is the only one we were able to locate. Was able to access easily with a minivan and has a nice flat area. Can see the highway from the site.
TravelerThis is a quick and easy pull off that is large enough to accommodate most vehicles. Only con which wasn’t that big of an issue was that you are close to the road, so any vehicles going by which wasn’t many you would hear. Besides that you are in dark and quiet state forest. I would recommend this to someone for a quick overnight stay rather than an extended stay.
ScoutOctober leaves starting to fall makes for a very quiet, peaceful midweek evening in one of the two dispersed car camping sites. Exactly what I was hoping for - private and empty and lovely. Easy to find - two dispersed car sites are to the left at the fork in the road before the trailhead.
ScoutI stayed here in March 2026 for a night before going snowboarding at Belleayre Mountain. It was in the middle of a snowstorm on a Tuesday night, so I had the whole place to myself, which was nice.
TravelerSpaces were easy in/out. Mature trees between sites. Pool, office, pickleball, k9kamp, bathrooms were all nice.
GuideThe park looks fantastic! Well maintained camp sites and beautiful river sceneries from the boat launch area!
Bathhouse is one of the best I have seen!
Check in was smooth. Everyone was courteous!
LegendMostly peaceful campground with nice spots, most of which offer some privacy. If you are bothered by trains, note that you will hear them in the background quite frequently from the railroad bridge that passes over the Hudson River. It's not loud by any means, but you can hear them.
The state park staff and the camp hosts were all very friendly, and it has some of the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen in a state park.
Site 20 is a pull through site and it's huge, and while it is next to the shower building, it's far enough away that it really isn't a problem. Also, the field between you and the shower building is a fantastic spot to set up a Starlink dish.
Travelerbeautiful quiet space, great home base for the Catskills and small towns around here. note there's only a few spots. road conditions were fine.
Dispersed camping near Fultonham, New York offers access to both primitive and established sites throughout the Catskills region. The area sits at approximately 1,200 feet elevation with terrain that transitions between rolling hills and steeper mountain slopes. Seasonal considerations are important, as many forest roads become difficult to navigate after heavy rainfall, particularly in spring when melting snow combines with rain.
Hiking at Kaaterskill Falls: North-South Lake Campground serves as an excellent base camp for exploring this famous waterfall. "A lot of the hiking nearby is also relatively easy and includes the newly opened (as of 2016) viewing platform for Kaasterskill falls, which is minutes down the road from the campground," notes Jessica W.
Swimming options: Thompson's Lake Campground provides lake activities for cooling off during summer months. "They have a great beach with swimming, kayak and boat rentals, a nature center next door you can walk too and the bathrooms are refurbished," shares Sabrina H.
Family activities: Many campgrounds organize regular events to keep everyone entertained. "They have special events in a pavilion near the RVs including bingo," explains William R. about Country Roads Campground.
Natural water features: The region has numerous streams and small lakes. "You camp on the stream. There is a couple of spots," explains Robert B. about Betty Brook Camp, which offers primitive streamside camping.
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the thoughtful spacing at many campgrounds. "There's no pond/lake here but there's several waterfalls nearby and vromans nose," mentions Brian H. at Max V. Shaul State Park, highlighting nearby natural features.
Modern facilities: Many established campgrounds maintain clean, updated bathrooms. "This is a small campground but very quiet and nice. The people that run it are very nice and accommodating," says Lee H. about Hide-A-Way Campsites.
Road conditions to dispersed sites: Forest roads can be challenging without proper vehicles. "The road in on old cemetery rd was pretty rough, so we decided to go out the other way, which was way worse," warns The L. about Duck Pond Campsite.
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the area close after Columbus Day weekend. "Nice and open campsites not to over crowded. Owners we very pleasant and helpful," notes Jessica D. about Little Lake Campground.
Water quality concerns: Some campgrounds may have inconsistent water quality. "Super family friendly campground with all the amenities - boating, showers, great hiking," explains Becky G. about North-South Lake Campground.
Playground access: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "They have a children's playground and pavilion. Firewood is available to purchase. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well-kept," shares Darby R. about Max V. Shaul State Park.
Water activities: Lakes provide entertainment for kids. "I go there almost every year to go swimming with my family and friends and it's always a good time," mentions Lizz H. about North-South Lake.
Family-friendly bathrooms: Some campgrounds feature updated facilities. "This campground has always been my go to. Now that I have kids, I appreciate the playground area near the beach more. All public areas including the bathrooms are very clean," notes Dana O.
Site navigation assistance: Some campgrounds provide escort service. "We were escorted to our site upon arrival and I certainly appreciated that as we were very tired after a long day of travel," shares Philip M.
Hookup availability: Check what utilities are available before booking. "Well maintained clean campground. Friendly attendants guided us to site and directed in spot. Gravel unlevel pad full hookups," explains Jackie M. about Hide-A-Way Campsites.
Site leveling: Be prepared for uneven terrain. "Great place that's about 50/50 permanent sites and rentals. Electric, water, and septic hookups were all modern and in great shape," notes Benjamin C. about Nickerson Park Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Fultonham, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Fultonham, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 161 campgrounds and RV parks near Fultonham, NY and 16 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Fultonham, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fultonham, NY is Max V. Shaul State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 8 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Fultonham, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 free dispersed camping spots near Fultonham, NY.
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