Cabin camping near Garnerville, New York offers options across Rockland, Orange, and Westchester counties. Located in the Hudson Valley region at elevations ranging from 450 to 1,200 feet, these areas experience four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F. Most cabins require 1-3 night minimum stays and advance booking, especially during peak summer months from June through August.
What to do
Hiking trails and swimming: Croton Point Park features hiking trails along the Hudson River with access to a beach area. "This must be one of the most breathtaking camp grounds (family friendly) right on the Hudson. Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out... and a private beach which is opened from Wednesday to the weekend with life guards on duty," notes a visitor to Croton Point Park.
Fall seasonal activities: Some cabins provide access to seasonal events like Halloween celebrations. As one camper at High Point State Park mentioned, "We came in October to celebrate Halloween in sleepy hollow! This is a great campsite and reasonably priced. Was close to bear mountains state park and the train station is right there!"
Fishing and kayaking: Several cabin locations offer fishing and boating access. A visitor to High Point State Park explained, "We fit in a hike up to the Appalachian Trail from our campsite, swam at the pond (Lake Marcia), and got in a fishing session at Steeny Kill Lake."
What campers like
Family programming: Many campsites organize activities for children. At Jellystone Park Gardiner, "This campground 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."
Cabin furnishings: Basic cabin amenities vary by location but can include small appliances. At Camp Glen Gray, "Cabins are always clean and stocked with firewood. Lots of hiking trails. Trading post is well stocked and volunteers are always friendly and able to answer any questions."
Tranquility and separation: Campers appreciate cabins with adequate spacing. A reviewer at High Point State Park commented, "The site was maybe a 50-yard walk-in and we barely heard anyone around us and had a real wilderness feel."
What you should know
Military-only facilities: Several cabin options are exclusive to military personnel. A visitor noted about West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area, "This 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."
Platform sites: Some cabin areas feature platform tent sites rather than traditional cabins. "Sites are paved and mostly level. They are wooded and large. Water and electric hookups and a dump station," observed one visitor at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.
Wildlife awareness: Cabin campers should prepare for local wildlife. One camper at Croton Point Park advised, "Keep your food in the dry bag and away from the tent or benches provided or face the packs of fearless racoons at night."
Tips for camping with families
First-timer friendly: Cabin camping provides an accessible entry point for new campers. One visitor at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation shared, "I took my 5 year-old-son and wife, all of us first time campers. this place was great. The site was very nice, all the people friendly and area beautiful."
Water activities: Many cabin locations feature swimming areas for children. A Croton Point Park visitor noted, "Clean park with a place to swim but only within buoys and when a life guard is present."
Transportation options: Some cabin locations offer public transportation access. "This campsite is accessible by public transportation. There is a shuttle run by the campsite to and from Tuxedo Park Train Station (reservations on shuttle required)," explained a visitor to The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center.
Tips from RVers
Variable hookup access: RV sites near cabin areas offer different levels of service. At Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, "Water and electric hookups and a dump station. Convenient for hiking and exploring, it's also only a 20 minute drive to a large mall in Rockaway."
Water connection length: Some campgrounds provide equipment to help with longer water connections. "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," noted a visitor at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.
Limited dump facilities: Not all cabin camping areas with RV access have full dump stations. "No trailer dump, website says laundry, but apparently not. All in all, serviceable and fine," mentioned a visitor at High Point State Park.
