Cabin camping options near Greenport provide direct access to Long Island's shoreline attractions. Most facilities operate on varying seasonal schedules with peak availability between May and September. Campgrounds across Suffolk County and nearby Connecticut offer cabin accommodations with varying levels of amenities, typically requiring reservations at least 3-6 months in advance for summer weekends.
What to do
Beach access and swimming: Indian Island County Park features a beach within walking distance of campsites. "The walk to the beach area was very serene, especially early morning before sunrise and didn't feel like we live in dense suburbia and sunrise from the beach was worth the trip," notes one Indian Island County Park visitor. During summer, the park maintains clean shorelines with bathroom facilities nearby.
Hiking trails: Rocky Neck State Park offers coastal hiking opportunities along established paths. "Hiking trails along the coast line. Beautiful state park," reports a camper at Rocky Neck State Park Campground. Trail difficulty levels vary from easy walks suitable for families to moderate routes through wooded areas.
Water sports: Cedar Point County Park provides kayaking access with protected waters. "Plenty of space to walk and hike out to the lighthouse, kayak, biking or just relax," mentions a Cedar Point camper. Boat launches accommodate small watercraft with minimal current challenges due to protected cove positioning.
What campers like
Shoreline views: Hither Hills State Park Campground attracts visitors with direct ocean access. "The beach is just over the dunes. Village Pizza is remarkably good," states a Hither Hills State Park Campground reviewer. Sites closest to water typically require booking 9-12 months in advance due to popularity.
Spacious sites: Hammonasset State Park Campground offers larger camping areas than typical Long Island facilities. "Large sites, mostly families, not loud, descent bathrooms, warm showers, nice beaches, great hiking and bird watching," reports a Hammonasset State Park Campground camper. Sites average 30-50 feet in width with level ground suitable for tents and RVs.
Activities for children: Riverdale Farm Campsites maintains recreational options for families throughout the season. "Nice activities for kids. Laundry was only accessible during business hours. Office staff were very friendly and there was a cafe on site," notes a camper. Most organized activities occur on weekends with playground access available daily from sunrise to sunset.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Campgrounds with cabin accommodations typically fill months ahead, especially Hither Hills. "Need to reserve about 1 year in advance when I went to reserve it," warns one camper. Most parks release reservation blocks 6-9 months prior to peak season dates.
Campsite privacy levels: North Fork Cottages & RV Resort offers varying degrees of site separation. "The sites were exactly what we needed. Grassy and flat for our tent. Easy access to water and electric," reports a North Fork Cottages & RV Resort visitor. Cabin sites typically offer more privacy than tent areas due to structural barriers and vegetation.
Fire regulations: Wildwood State Park maintains specific rules regarding campfires. "A little bit of a bummer on the rental for a firepit but the bathrooms are big and spacious," mentions a visitor. Most parks require fire containment within designated rings, with some charging rental fees for fire equipment.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Niantic KOA provides family amenities including supervised recreation. "So many activities for kids and family. Well maintained facilities. Kind and helpful staff," notes a Niantic KOA visitor. Playground areas remain open until dusk with weekend organized activities running between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Beach preparation: Rocky Neck State Park beaches require appropriate footwear. "Beach can be crowded. But it is worth it. Nice food shack. Great family place," explains a camper. North shore beaches tend to have rockier terrain than south shore locations, necessitating water shoes for comfortable swimming.
Noise considerations: Cedar Point County Park maintains varying enforcement of quiet hours. "A couple of times we had loud neighbors and it seemed that the ranger was out for lunch so nobody was making sure that quiet hours were enforced," reports one camper. Weekend evenings typically experience more ambient noise, with weekday stays recommended for families seeking quieter conditions.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Wildwood State Park offers RV-specific amenities. "There was water, electric and sewer hookups at each site, but this was an expensive place to camp," notes a visitor. Full hookup sites cost approximately 25-30% more than standard electric sites, with premium waterfront locations commanding the highest rates.
Level sites: Indian Island County Park provides prepared RV parking. "Site was level, pretty spacious and easy to back into. Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh," explains a visitor. Most RV sites accommodate units up to 40 feet in length with slide-out space available at designated locations.
Water fill stations: Hammonasset State Park maintains central water access points. "The camp sites don't have hook ups so you have to run off battery and water storage tanks if you have an RV," mentions a camper. Central water stations typically allow hose connections during designated hours, with restrictions during peak usage periods to maintain pressure.
