RV Camping near Hunter, NY

Rv campgrounds near Hunter, New York sit at elevations ranging from 1,600 to 2,200 feet within the northeastern Catskill Mountains. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing from November through March, with summer highs typically ranging from 75-85°F. Most campgrounds in this region feature heavily wooded sites with limited satellite reception due to the dense tree canopy.

What to do

Lake swimming and fishing: At Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground, visitors can fish and swim in the clean, well-maintained lake. "The lake is beautiful and clean. Expect to pay $15 fee (I think) to use your paddleboards / kyacks etc. Worth every penny," notes camper Mellisa T.

Stargazing: The Catskills region offers excellent night sky viewing due to minimal light pollution. "Late night, stargazing over the lake is a great pastime, because the water is calm and the light pollution is low," reports Seth K. at Lake Taghkanic State Park.

Hiking trails: North-South Lake Campground provides direct access to the Catskill Escarpment trail system. "Located just about a mile from Kaaterskill Falls this campground couldn't be in a better spot," reports Brittany W. The newly opened viewing platform for Kaaterskill Falls is minutes down the road from the campground.

What campers like

Platform tent sites: Several campgrounds feature raised wooden platforms that keep tents dry during wet weather. "This was our second time coming to this campground and our second time getting dumped on by the rain, but have no fear!! The platforms kept us off the ground and were helpful in setting up appropriate tarp protection," writes Rosie R. about Rudd Pond Area — Taconic State Park.

Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained bathhouses at Hunter area campgrounds. "New bath house with multiple shower rooms," notes Lisa S. about Rudd Pond. Another camper adds, "The bathrooms were clean and the water stayed hot until the last weekend of the season (Oct 12-14, 2018)."

Proximity to towns: Many campgrounds provide easy access to nearby communities. "The town of Hudson is also close by if you're looking to get some of the comforts of a town while you're out and about," mentions Seth K. at Lake Taghkanic State Park.

What you should know

Bear activity: Black bears are active in the Catskills region. At Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground, rangers actively monitor food storage. "There are bears and if you leave food out you will get a warning notice if seen," warns Phillip L. Another camper reported, "Got chased off by a bear. It was the wildest weekend I ever had, I'm not being sarcastic."

Varying site privacy: Site seclusion varies significantly between campgrounds and even within the same campground. "Campsites are fairly close together with a variety of levels of privacy. Ours allowed you to be pretty far back from the road for more privacy, but some of the other sites were literally next to the road," explains Katherine P. about Kenneth L Wilson Campground.

Cell service gaps: Most Catskill campgrounds have limited or no mobile connectivity. "There was no cell service in the campground," notes one camper at Kenneth L Wilson. Travelers requiring consistent connectivity should verify coverage before arrival.

Tips for camping with families

Activity-focused campgrounds: Thousand Trails Rondout Valley offers numerous recreation options. "As part of the Thousand Trails group, this campground has many amenities. It offers a pool, playground, and activities that include bocce ball, shuffleboard, and horseshoes," explains Kasey M.

Creek exploration: Natural water features provide entertainment for children. "The creek that runs by the campground is gorgeous, and my kids had fun finding Crayfish," shares Kasey M. about Rondout Valley.

Rainy day options: Some campgrounds offer indoor recreation spaces. "Clean facilities, with a rec room for rainy days," notes Kurt S. about Lake Taghkanic State Park, which helps during unpredictable mountain weather.

Tips from RVers

RV site selection: At Interlake RV Park & Campground, sites vary in terms of sun exposure and levelness. "Sites are close, some are sunnier than others," notes Jean C. The campground offers full hookup options from $46 for water-only sites up to $60 for sewer and cable TV connections.

Dump station access: Most rv campgrounds near Hunter, New York provide sanitary dump stations, though some have limited hours. North-South Lake Campground offers a dump station available during daylight hours, while private RV parks typically allow unlimited access.

Seasonal considerations: The majority of rv parks around Hunter, New York operate seasonally. "Most basic site with water costs $46; add electric on up to sewer and cable tv and you'll pay as much as $60/night," explains Jean C. about Interlake RV Park, which operates from mid-April through October.