Best Tent Camping near Highland, NY

The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Highland. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Highland campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Highland, NY. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Tent Sites Near Highland, New York (45)

    1. Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground

    8 Reviews
    Accord, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 951-4571

    "I definitely recommend trying to get the walk-in (meaning you can't drive to them) sites (8-15) because they're just a little bit more set back and kind of wonderfully wooded all around. 8 & 9 seemed"

    "This is a very nice modern campground with great access to amazing hiking and climbing in the area! About half the sites are walk-in and half the sites are drive-up."

    2. Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed

    2 Reviews
    Plattekill, NY
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 256-3000

    "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."

    3. Sam Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground — Minnewaska State Park Preserve

    3 Reviews
    Gardiner, NY
    12 miles
    Website

    $20 - $42 / night

    "Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe."

    "It’s got good access to Lake Minnewaska (driving), staff was nice and polite. But I thought the sites were on the smaller side and no fire is allowed."

    4. Creek View Campground

    2 Reviews
    High Falls, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 658-9142

    $15 - $45 / night

    5. Rustic Lean-To

    1 Review
    Stanfordville, NY
    17 miles
    +1 (484) 529-8957

    $43 - $45 / night

    "We're happy to have this property on our platform. This site feature a fire-pit, wooded platform and picnic table. Check them out and leave them some love."

    6. The Peekamoose Valley

    6 Reviews
    Claryville, NY
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 256-3076

    "Quiet, next to a lightly trafficked road. There was a port a potty. Campsites in middle field are just clearings with fire pits and nothing else. Soft ground for staking a tent. Very few bugs."

    "This was a good campground for a base point for hiking around the peekamoose area. I stayed in the middle field campground site #6 (which is the worst spot on that field)."

    7. Stony Rose Farms

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    Hurley, NY
    14 miles
    +1 (845) 901-0025

    $45 - $100 / night

    8. Echo Lake

    2 Reviews
    Woodstock, NY
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 652-7365

    "This campground was my first backpacking trip and it was perfect! "

    "Lake is surrounded by hills and there is a small lean two with a few campfire spots."

    9. Giant Ledge Primitive Camp

    6 Reviews
    Big Indian, NY
    32 miles

    "Get tracking poles if you don't already have some. Very helpful here.

    This was one of my favorite weekend backpacking trips."

    "However the descriptions of this place in reviews here and elsewhere provided very little info and once I got out to the trail realized how different it was to what I expected."

    10. West Point FMWR Lake Frederick Outdoor Recreation Area

    1 Review
    Highland Mills, NY
    27 miles
    Website

    $20 - $150 / night

    "Yes, this is a military-only campground but, that doesn't take away from how incredible it is and that is properly advertised. 

    This place is incredible. "

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Tent Camping Reviews near Highland, NY

680 Reviews of 45 Highland Campgrounds



Guide to Highland

Tent camping near Highland, New York, offers a blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure, making it a perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • The Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground features well-maintained sites with picnic tables, drinking water, and clean restroom facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • At Fieldstone Farmstead, campers can enjoy unique amenities like outdoor showers and access to hiking trails, enhancing the camping experience.
  • The Rustic Lean-To provides a spacious wooded site complete with a fire-pit and picnic table, perfect for cozy evenings under the stars.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

Local attractions that enhance the camping experience

  • The breathtaking views and hiking opportunities at Mohonk Preserve are just a short drive from the Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground, making it a must-visit for outdoor lovers.
  • Visitors to Fieldstone Farmstead can enjoy the charm of nearby lakes and trails, perfect for a day of exploration and relaxation.
  • The Creek View Campground is conveniently located near climbing areas, making it an excellent base for climbers looking to tackle the Gunks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Highland, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Highland, NY is Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 8 reviews.

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