Cabin Camping near Greenlawn, NY

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    Several cabin campgrounds offer accommodations within day-trip distance of Greenlawn, New York. Heckscher State Park Campground features newly constructed heated cottages on the shore of Nichol's and Great South Bays, with full kitchens including coffee makers, toasters, microwave ovens, and cooking utensils. These cottages contain bedrooms with twin or full beds, bathrooms with showers, and screened-in porches with tables and chairs. "This was a last-minute booking for us and we were delighted with the beachside cottage, with enough amenities that mom and dad did not worry," noted one visitor about the modern facilities. Wildwood State Park also provides cabin accommodations along with standard camping sites.

    Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Sebago Cabin Camp in Harriman State Park offers basic rustic cabins described as "four walls, a cot, and a fridge" that provide a step up from tent camping while maintaining an outdoor experience. Fire Island National Seashore's Watch Hill includes cabins that require a ferry ride to access. Most cabins allow pets, though some locations like Collective Governors Island prohibit them. Reservation requirements vary significantly between parks, with one review mentioning that Wildwood State Park cabins must be booked "a year in advance" during peak seasons.

    Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from full setups with coffee makers, plates, silverware, and cooking utensils at Heckscher State Park to minimal provisions like refrigerators and hot plates at Sebago. Sebago Cabin Camp visitors are advised to "ignore the hotplate and just cook on a fire out other outdoor set up." Fire rings or grills are common at cabin sites, though some parks charge rental fees for fire pits. Several campgrounds feature on-site markets or trading posts for basic supplies, and all locations are within driving distance of stores for additional provisions.

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    Best Cabin Campgrounds near Greenlawn (12)

      1. Heckscher State Park Campground

      3.7(10)15mi from Greenlawn82 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "This was a last-minute booking for us and we were delighted with the beachside cottage, with enough amenities that mom and dad did not worry we had their cutie with us for "camping"."

      "Overall my experience was positive. Camping Sites

      Each camping site has a picnic table and barbeque grill."

      from $20 - $285 / night

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      2. Wildwood State Park Campground

      4.2(24)29mi from Greenlawn324 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Well , one of the best sites , big enough, some have platform, clean bathrooms,many showers ."

      "Big Park 3 minute walk to the Long Island Sound. Have to rent a fire pit, so that is kind of lame. However Big restrooms with free luke warm showers, so that is kind of good."

      from $20 - $225 / night

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      3. Watch Hill Fire Island Campground — Fire Island National Seashore

      4.0(7)23mi from Greenlawn28 sitesTents, Cabins

      "You are not quite roughing it as there are showers and running water at the Watchhill campground. Reservations highly recommended!"

      "Camping gets you away from the bustle. It is a little less than a half mile walk from the ferry dock and located behind the dunes which offer some protection. Take a quick walk down to the beach."

      from $35 - $197 / night

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      4. Croton Point Park

      3.7(10)36mi from GreenlawnRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience! Bathrooms with shower is near by and has plenty porta potties all around."

      "Peaceful and gorgeous campsite, with plenty of space between sites. Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper."

      from $30 - $60 / night

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      5. Kettletown State Park Campground

      4.3(12)40mi from Greenlawn53 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Kettletown State Park isn't just for camping. There are also hiking trails , a fishing area and a swimming hole, but the week I was there there was a high bacteria count, so no swimming was allowed."

      "Stayed in a cabin on the lower loop. Went hiking all day. Kinda close together sites, but the trails make up for it."

      from $17 - $50 / night

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      6. Watch Hill Bayview House — Fire Island National Seashore

      Be the first to review23mi from Greenlawn1 siteCabins

      from $550 / night

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      7. The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center — Harriman State Park

      5.0(6)45mi from GreenlawnTents, Cabins

      "They offer cabins and campsites.  We spent 4 nights in the campsite area and this is a first class facility.  Very clean. "

      "Beautiful lakes all over the place. The AMC camp in Harriman is fantastic too! Those are reserved and paid cabins and platforms."

      8. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

      4.7(6)46mi from Greenlawn40 sitesTents, Cabins

      "They have rustic cabins. Theae do not have plumbing or heat. It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it."

      "Near lake Welch- which is phenomenal for easy nearly- beach like camping. The cabins are "rustic" - but there's what you need: cots, electricity, a fridge."

      from $74 - $130 / night

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      9. Staten Island — Gateway National Recreation Area - CLOSED for 2025

      4.3(3)40mi from Greenlawn7 sitesTents, Cabins

      "You have a clear view of the Narrow bridge and at night the city lights light up your surroundings light a nigh light. The camp here has 7 campsites here and it fill up really fast."

      "this place is awesome when it comes to finding an affordable place to stay while in NY, this camp ground isnt your usual forest camp sites, however there are some beautiful views, and it is located in"

      from $30 / night

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      10. West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area

      3.9(7)50mi from GreenlawnRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only. Will return! Staff is friendly and helpful. Military families should check it out!"

      "We were very impressed with the playground on site!"

      from $25 - $40 / night

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    88 Reviews of 12 Greenlawn Campgrounds


    • Matthew M.
      Jun. 17, 2026

      West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area

      Rest up and Recon the Museum 2026

      Campground: fairly secluded, forested, breezy with some wildlife. Small camp store. Ingress/Egress: Tight approach with multiple switchbacks and steep grades - if you’re coming in a towable rig over 36’ you might want to take a solo look first. Sites are oddly arranged and there aren’t any FHU sites. Cell: Verizon in spot C9 had 1-bar; we used Starlink for connectivity. Laundry: 3 washers & 3 dryers: $2.50 each. Dump Station: was close by (across the street) but we didn’t need it for our 3 day stay. Bathhouse: across the street, clean and we used it almost exclusively. Noise: Quiet with some small arms fire, but barely noticeable from our site. Site C9: can be viewed from Google street view site is north of the lake in the horseshoe road- some cabins are viewable as well. Site is gravel with composite picnic table, post metal grill and truck rim fire ring. Water pressure- fluctuated 30psi-50psi: hunted constantly. Cabins: available and in good order. They appear to be older, but still functional- mini log cabins $65/night (primitive-no bathroom)

    • W L.
      Jan. 8, 2022

      Heckscher State Park Campground

      Great Late Fall Weekend Cabin

      This was a last-minute booking for us and we were delighted with the beachside cottage, with enough amenities that mom and dad did not worry we had their cutie with us for "camping". She's too little for backpacking into the woods but finally got to stay overnight and help with the campfire!

      Pros

      • Modern facility with full kitchen accessories (coffee maker, plates, wine opener, can opener, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, toaster, oven), sponge/dish liquid. Microwave.1
      • Clean interior, clean campground
      • modern cottage with propane fireplace, WiFi access, bathroom with shower, large screened in porch with bar height table and 4 chairs, deck with chaise lounges, two bedrooms (1 with 2 twin beds, 1 with full), coach, chairs, plenty of clean storage places and hooks. You have everything but bedding, food, drinks, and personal items.
      • cottages far enough away from each other
      • fire ring with Adirondack chairs
      • dumpster and recycling within walking distance
      • lots of bone dry firewood around for campfire
      • walkable beach
      • beautiful
      • wildlife: deer, rabbits, turtles

      Cons

      • a bit pricey
      • playground is driving distance not walking
    • A
      Apr. 22, 2021

      Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

      No RV sites a step up from tent camping.

      They have rustic cabins. Theae do not have plumbing or heat. It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it.

    • Ellen C.
      Jul. 15, 2019

      Heckscher State Park Campground

      Like camping in a city park, the beach cottages are the highlight

      My husband and and I camped one night at this newly reopened park over the weekend in Long Island just to check it out and were pretty disappointed by the tent camping area. There are 69 tent/trailer sites(no hook ups). There is no distinguishing separation between each site nor a designated driveway for your car- you merely pull up on the grass. It's basically like camping in your local city park. People park wildly all over the place, which also makes it more difficult to determine which site is which by the number painted on the roadway. Each"site" has a picnic table and an barbecue grate on a post. There is one bath/shower house in the center of all of these sites with no path provided for folks to walk to and fro, so naturally people will walk right through your site randomly rather than around the road. While the bathroom building itself is in decent shape and has a large amount of toilet stalls and about five showers, the condition of women's room was absolutely ghastly inside.

      At some point during the evening, a maintenance worker on a golf cart showed up with a mop and some cleaning supplies and cleaned the men's side of the building. I was so relieved when I saw him, but he seemed to neglect the women's side completely, so I resorted to using the men's facilities all night.

      There are no fire pits on any of the sites, although I learned afterwards that they do allow you to bring your own metal fire pit as long as it is elevated off the ground. There are large dumpsters located throughout the camping area and a large trash bag is provided (if needed) at the camp office when you check in.

      The highlight of Heckscher State Park is the newly constructed heated cottages located on the shore of Nichol's& Great South Bays.. There are currently 11 cottages--- with more under construction. There are cottages suited for two, four, and six people and range in price from$225-$285 per night during off peak seasons and$250- 320 per night during the peak seasons.

      The cottages are fully furnished, with a full kitchen and large bathroom with a walk in shower. The cottages are a short walk from the beach and also include a fire pit with Adirondack chairs and an outdoor shower on the exterior each property. I do not have photos of the inside, but they do have them on the Reserve America website if you are interested.

      While the cottages are lovely and their location is fabulous  they are quite pricey and  no TLC was spent in the$22 tent/rv camping area, other than a new registration office which is not yet completed as of this weekend. I do hope they invest some funding in the primitive area to add fire pits,more water spigots, clearer site markings and for the continued maintenance& upkeep of the bath/shower house.

      * I emailed the parks departement about the issues mentioned above about the camping area and received this reply:

      I am sorry that you are upset with the conditions in our recently opened campgrounds. We have replaced all of the picnic tables. Although, they may look old because they are weathered since these picnic tables were put together during the Winter, however, they are brand new. All of the barbeques are also new and were installed during the Winter. We have changed and modernized the light fixtures and we will be replacing the rusted doors that you mentioned. There are also plans to install a playground within the campground beginning this Fall and we are looking for other improvements and additions to the campgrounds. As you probably noticed there is a new building under construction, at the entrance to the campgrounds, and it will serve as a check-in area, as well as, additional comfort stations, including family restrooms. Your suggestion of fire pits is a good one and the Park Managers will evaluate the feasibility of installing these. Lastly, I have spoken to the Park Manager who will review the cleaning operation to ensure the restrooms are appropriately maintained. I apologize for our employee not cleaning the women's room. Again, I am sorry for your negative experience but we are continuing to make improvements to the campgrounds.

      Sincerely, George Gorman Regional Director New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

      I will check back later this year to see if anything was changed and report back.

    • Paul K.
      Aug. 26, 2025

      Croton Point Park

      Not the Best Place to Go in the Northeast By a Longshot

      Croton Point Campground is a modest little campground, located along the Hudson River within Croton Point Park in NY. In addition to camping, the park itself offers many of its own attractions, including swimming, hiking, kayaking, cabin rentals, and a host of other family-oriented activities just along the Hudson. 

      The park, which is honestly probably the largest attraction here, is located just an hour and a half outside of the city. This proximity is both its perk and its downfall, as the park itself, but particularly the campground, has become laden with all sorts of inexplicable and burdensome rules, endless guidelines, and restrictions only a New York State-run bureaucracy could ever make sense of, let alone hope to justify. 

      This includes all manner of restrictions on how you can camp, where you can camp, what equipment can be used, and use in relation to what particular site you may have been lucky enough to reserve. Much of this you can understand while imagining what may have taken place here to bring them to such measures, but it doesn't make it any easier to contend with. 

      In terms of the actual camping conditions Both the tenting section and RV sites are each very clustered together, and quite crowded, with regular patrols🚓(actual patrols) being made day and night, by both the Park Rangers and what appears to be general park staff members, all looking to see if you or your family might be doing something that they might consider outside of the guidelines or not in compliance with the many restrictions. 

      This is not to say you can't possibly have a good time here. It just might mean being a bit more diligent toward reviewing the potential legitimacy of your normal camping routine to ensure it meets with many restrictions and guidelines imposed, while also making yourself comfortable with some fairly regular surveillance during your stay here. These all being things we hoped to get away from while camping ourselves It just turned out to be a bit much for our particular liking.

    • T
      Sep. 5, 2023

      Heckscher State Park Campground

      Good Campsite For Families And Weekend Trips

      I camped here solo on Friday and Saturday over the Labor Day weekend. Overall my experience was positive.

      Camping Sites

      Each camping site has a picnic table and barbeque grill. The sites are designated by printing on the roads and do not have clear boundaries between them. My site had good shade coverage and was free of rocks and other hazards. 

      I had enough space that I didn't feel like I was intruding on my neighbors and vice-versa. That said, 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. In my experience I (and others I saw) tried not to go right through the middle people's setups to do so.

      If you're looking for privacy, the sites at the rear seemed to be less-densely packed, even though every site was occupied. Quiet hours are generally adhered to but not enforced - there were some campers that had noise running later.

      Amenities

      The restroom building is in the middle of the campground and was clean and had plenty of stalls.

      Potable water is available at regular intervals, about at the corners of each group of four campsites.

      Cell phone reception is limited - I had data but it was very slow which led to my phone's battery draining quickly.

      Access

      A car is an absolute must for this part - the entrance is directly off of Southern State Parkway with no pedestrian access. Train stations are nearby so you could take the train most of the way and rent a car from there.

    • Katharine T.
      May. 22, 2022

      Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park

      Phenomenal local swimming

      Near lake Welch- which is phenomenal for easy nearly- beach like camping. The cabins are "rustic" - but there's what you need: cots, electricity, a fridge. Ignore the hotplate and just cook on a fire out other outdoor set up. Don't expect to swim on site- go to Lake Welch near by!

    • GThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 8, 2025

      Heckscher State Park Campground

      My favorite place for group camping

      This place is the best around for group and family camping. The entire campground is one flat open space where some sites are full in the shade and other sites (lower numbers) have lots of sun. I've been going here every summer since 2019 after it re-opened. Each site has a picnic table and grill. Water is also available near the sites.

      You can come here in tents as well as RVs and the staff is very nice. They toilets are cleaned constantly, though they are not immaculate. There is a shop at the entrance to get supplies if you need it and you can rent firepits and buy firewood. The ice cream trucks comes by as well. There is a playground just for the campground.

      Bring a bicycle or scooper and you can ride the loop around to the beach; you can also drive to the beach. There is a pool, but it has not been open for many years. There are also hiking trails and a place where you can rent a kayak.

      On one visit there was a magician performing for the camp goers. I've even been there while there was a philharmonic concert near the campground.

      Park staff and rangers regularly patrol the campground and are diligent about cleaning up.

    • O
      Aug. 5, 2020

      Wildwood State Park Campground

      Get your family and friends and GO

      Well , one of the best sites , big enough, some have platform, clean bathrooms,many showers . Walk to the beach on Long Island sound , rocky beach you need water shoes or sandals , sunset is beyond amazing . Fire allowed, but no fire ring , rent it for $8 per day (rip off) so bring yours ! Quiet place , cabins look amazing, all booked , you gotta book a year in advance :( fishing and swimming allowed. Cell service available. Ticks signs everywhere, just be careful and wear light colors clothes. I’m going again this summer !


    Guide to Greenlawn

    Cabin camping options around Greenlawn, New York range from rustic shelters to multi-room accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Most sites require advance booking, especially during summer months when demand peaks. Winter cabin availability is limited to select locations that maintain year-round operations.

    What to do

    Swimming access: 5-minute drive to beaches at Heckscher State Park Campground where "Great site for a party... There is a playground just for the campground. Bring a bicycle or scooper and you can ride the loop around to the beach; you can also drive to the beach" according to Jessica C.

    Hiking trails: Well-marked paths at Wildwood State Park Campground connect to longer routes. "There are hiking trails and you can walk to the beach. Note - it is a downhill walk to the beach. The beach is fairly clean and has a small boardwalk," states Giselle P.

    Ferry-based excursions: Plan for additional transit time when visiting Watch Hill Fire Island Campground. Emily S. notes "You can get a permit to backcountry camp instead of reserving a designated campground spot. Just walk down to the beach after check-in and walk east until you see a pole with a tent symbol on it."

    What campers like

    Platform tent sites: Elevated camping spots keep gear dry during rain at Kettletown State Park. One visitor explains, "The reason why I said that place is perfect for kids? It has a huge land of campsite that the kids can run around until their energy out for the night! Plus you would see awesome stars during the nighttime!"

    Proximity to local attractions: Easy access to Sebago Cabin Camp places visitors near shopping and entertainment. "There's a few very cute small towns nearby with surprisingly modern restaurants and friendly people. In the same state park (Harriman) is several other lakes for swimming, hiking, and paddle boating (up the road)," reports Sara P.

    Waterfront settings: Direct sound access for viewing. James O. appreciates that Wildwood State Park "is right at the entrance to wine country on Long Island and has a beach on the Long Island Sound. (A little rocky on the north shore)."

    What you should know

    Insect preparation: Bring serious repellent when staying at Watch Hill Fire Island. Rosie R. warns "It was absolutely gorgeous, don't get me wrong. However, it was nearly impossible to enjoy ourselves because we were getting attacked by mosquitoes and horseflies the entire weekend. Even with the bug spray, the relief didn't last long."

    Fire pit policies: Rental or bring-your-own requirements at several parks. "Nice size camp site, bathrooms are descent, lame not having a fire ring, you have to rent one or bring your own," notes Ossama B. about Wildwood State Park.

    Parking restrictions: Single vehicle limits at many locations. Giselle P. mentions "Recently they became very stringent about parking to vehicles at the site making it very difficult to visit with a family and 2 vehicles. I usually host group camping trips and the single vehicle rule makes that very difficult."

    Tips for camping with families

    Cabin selection for young children: Choose locations with playground access. At Heckscher State Park Campground, "This place is the best around for group and family camping. The entire campground is one flat open space where some sites are full in the shade and other sites (lower numbers) have lots of sun," according to Giselle P.

    Meal planning: Kitchen capabilities vary widely between locations. Sara P. describes Sebago cabins as "VERY rustic, four walls, a cot, and a fridge. You still feel like you are 'roughing it' but with the convenience of a fridge."

    Entertainment options: Some parks offer organized activities during peak season. "Sebago has a ton of activities like outdoor movies and communal bonfires on weekends. I was told by ranger Joe they also do Karaoke nights too," Sara P. shares.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection: Research campground layouts before booking at Croton Point Park. Lee D. explains "The FHU sites were back-to-back and although there were trees separating the sites, they were close together. No one was in the tent sites, but they did have new picnic tables."

    Hookup availability: Full services limited to specific campgrounds. "RV pull through sites were fantastic. It was a great campground for maiden voyage in new rig. Plenty of amenities," shares Lori R. about Wildwood State Park.

    Bathroom access: Facilities vary widely in cleanliness and maintenance. Michael G. warns about Wildwood State Park: "Bathrooms and showers were not really clean, which was surprising because most people used their personal bathroom/shower in their RV."

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