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ScoutWinding Hills Park
Nice but dated
Nice campground, bathrooms are clean but dated, first come first serve for the sites.
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Campgrounds near Irvington, New York range from developed state parks to rustic forest campsites, concentrated primarily within a 30-mile radius of the town. Harriman State Park offers several camping areas including Beaver Pond Campground and Sebago Cabin Camp, providing both tent and RV accommodations with varying amenities. Croton Point Park, situated along the Hudson River, features tent, RV, and cabin options with year-round availability. Many sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to bathrooms, though hookup availability differs between locations. The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center provides additional cabin camping with access to trails and waterfront activities.
Seasonal considerations vary across the region's campgrounds, with most state park facilities operating from April through October, while Croton Point Park remains open year-round. Reservations are recommended, particularly for summer weekends when waterfront sites fill quickly. Most developed campgrounds provide basic amenities including toilets and showers, though primitive sites with fewer facilities exist throughout the area. Access to most sites requires only standard vehicles, with paved roads leading to major campgrounds. Weather patterns follow typical northeastern seasonal variations, with humid summers and cold winters limiting comfortable camping periods. One camper noted, "Weekends at this park are FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!"
Campers frequently mention the convenient proximity to New York City as a significant advantage of the region's campgrounds. Several state parks offer lake access, with Harriman's multiple water bodies providing swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities. Wildlife sightings, including bears, are commonly reported in reviews of the more forested campgrounds. "Harriman State Park has an eclectic little campground called Beaver Pond. The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season," shared one visitor. The region's camping options balance natural settings with accessibility to urban areas, allowing campers to experience outdoor recreation while remaining within reach of city conveniences. Sites with greater privacy tend to be located farther from park entrances and main roads, with campers recommending specific site numbers in reviews for those seeking seclusion.
Best Campgrounds near Irvington (87)
1. Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park
"15 dolares la noche para los que viven en el Estado de New York o New York city .. si es fuera del estado son $5 dolares mas!!"
"Drive-in tent campgrounds. Adequate restroom facilities sprinkled amongst tent sites. Some campsites have raised platforms. All sites have picnic tables and fire ring with flip-top grill."
from $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability2. Croton Point Park
"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."
"Was close to bear mountains state part and the train station is right there!"
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability3. The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center — Harriman State Park
"This was beautiful campground with an even nicer lake. You are able to do a hike around the lake."
"Great trails to hike for novices looking to branch out but not too large that you'll be lost forever lol highly recommend and can't do so enough 👍🏽"
4. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park
"It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it."
"This place is only an hour away from NYC with so much to do and see. These cabins are VERY rustic, four walls, a cot, and a fridge."
from $130 / night
Check Availability5. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
"Close to the city and civilization, yet large enough to have nice trails and creeks to feel away from it all. The camping sites are very different so it’s useful to go in person and select the area."
"The shelter sites are large and private with access to hiking trails and make for a unique experience. The staff is friendly as well"
from $45 - $55 / night
Check Availability6. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground
"When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."
"We were right next to the entrance for hiking trails which was convenient. The facilities are a bit of a walk, but that means it is spread out and there's plenty of room to relax and have fun."
from $21 / night
Check Availability7. Liberty Harbor RV Park
"Very plain & functional, no frills but right on the harbor & on the very edge of Jersey City, close to a ferry & the train that takes u across to New York City."
"Very easy to hop on transit to get to New York City. People were friendly."
from $145 - $180 / night
Check Availability8. Camp Glen Gray
"One rustic place with many hiking trails to choose from. Camp also provides trucking of gear weather permitting. No vehicles allowed to drive through camp. Trading Post for treats and other items."
"Lots of hiking trails. Trading post is well stocked and volunteers are always friendly and able to answer any questions"
from $5 - $200 / night
Check Availability9. Suffern-Bear Mountain from Gate Hill Road Primitive
"Suffern-Bear Mountain from Gate Hill Road is a high difficulty 15 mile out and back trail. At one point of the trail is a very difficult, but doable, rock scramble up the side of the mountain."
10. Campgaw Mountain Reservation
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Recent Reviews near Irvington, NY
542 Reviews of 87 Irvington Campgrounds
Thomas B.
RangerNeversink River Resort
Cool Riverside Campground
I'll start by saying this is a site-specific review (C20). I booked using Campspot and didn't select my own site but put in the criteria for my rig (30ft TT plus truck) and got a 50A back-in spot. The site was big but abnormal. Between the picnic table placement and the trees, I ended up right around 50ft from the electric and water, and the water spigot was so low I could barely put on my camco filter. With the uneven dirt roads, I had to unhitch with my truck in a gigantic puddle (lol). The site was otherwise fine aside from my gate code not working on Day 2. As for the campground as a whole, I thought it was pretty unique place by the river that offered several good amenities and activities, like downstream river tubing, an arcade, bathroom/shower facilities, a small store, little trails, and more. I would say this place borders the more primitive side.
Edwin R.ScoutCheesequake State Park Campground
Park uses county cops to shut down park by 9pm.
On Friday, September 4, 2026, I rented a trailer and brought my family to Cheesequake State Park to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary over the extended Labor Day weekend. Around 9:20 PM—well before the park's designated 10:00 PM quiet hours—we were sitting inside our canopy, playing Jenga, and listening to low background music. Two officers from the Matawan Police Department approached our campsite. They were polite and courteous, simply offering a standard reminder to wrap things up by 10:00 PM. Before they could leave, however, a third, senior officer intervened. Wanting to"show them how it's done," he made the two polite officers return and stand by to watch as he demonstrated how to aggressively harass campers. Flashlight in hand, the senior officer approached with an immediate hostile attitude, treating us like criminals as he demanded to know who rented the site. He began reiterating rules and claimed we had too many vehicles. We had three cars, one belonging to my brother-in-law's girlfriend, who was visiting with her daughter. She had paid the$10 visitor fee at the main office and was instructed by staff to obtain the gate access code from us, the primary renters, if she got locked in. No staff member ever informed her of an 8:00 PM visitor departure deadline, leading us to reasonably assume visitors were permitted until quiet hours began at 10:00 PM. The officer rudely snapped that she had been given wrong information. The senior officer then used profanity in front of three small children, aggressively telling her to ("get her shit and get the fuck out!") in that manner or use profanity, the officer went from hostile to furious. He angrily declared that these were official violations and threatened that he could be issuing us tickets instead. Desperately searching for anything and everything to throw at us, he demanded that we turn off our idling car—which was supplying power to our campsite—and instructed us to make sure the campfire was doused before shutting down for the night. He then proceeded to shine his flashlight into our private setup—including our canopy, tents, and the inside of our trailer—searching for any other possible violation while the two polite officers were forced to watch. What was supposed to be a special 10th wedding anniversary celebration with my family was completely ruined by a senior officer misusing his authority to put on an unnecessary display of intimidation. Worse than just ruining our night, he spent that evening teaching those two police officers how to be bad cops. He corrupted two officers in real time, demonstrating firsthand exactly why most people have lost faith in the police force. The next day we was ready for them. We turned off our lights and quietly by the fire while they went next door to harass an asian family that had just set up camp and had their leds lights on.
- eedgar V.Scout
Black Bear RV Park
Super clean and quiet
Past reviews has mentioned that the office seems to be closed often, while I found that to be true I had no reason to contact anyone. This is definitely one of the cleanest quiets site I’ve ever visited
- KKelly B.
GuideClarence Fahnestock State Park Campground
Check site photos first
Definitely a wide variety of sites—look at the site pictures before booking—there are two areas where it’s just an open field with bonfires and picnic tables that I’d avoid. I could see a large group going there or something but personally it doesn’t offer any privacy.
BUT if you book one of the other sites that DOES have privacy you’ll be in camping heaven. The “hike in” sites are more like “walk-in,” I was worried at first but it’s some are as little as a few yards from the road. The most annoying part was lugging the cooler back and forth, but totally worth it
- KKevin F.
TravelerTri-State RV Park
A place to stay in an area lacking campgrounds.
This area seems to be devoid of campgrounds except for this one. It’s basically just a large parking lot with hook ups. Completely open, which is great for Starlink. Bathrooms were slightly above average; fairly clean and places to hang clothes for your shower. Has a laundry but be sure to bring quarters. It is about 100 yards from the interstate so you’ll get a lot of noise and diesel exhaust fumes.
- JJoyceScout
Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park
Bare bones
No hookups. It was wooded, quiet and dark at night. I used the dump station on my way out. The first time I ever saw a poop fountain. The sewer opening sticks up above ground level. The cover swivels away, so I couldn't put it on top of my hose. And then, when I tried to rinse it, there was nowhere for it to go, because the inlet is elevated.
Lauren Q.ScoutJellystone Park™ Gardiner
Overall good stay
We stay at a lot of Jellystone parks so have become accustomed to the park layouts and activities. This one was well maintained with clean facilities. Some things like the mini golf and fire pits needed maintenance. The pools were nice but get very busy later in the day. The sites up on the hills are nice but beware, it’s a hill! There is little to no WiFi or cell service or it gets easily bogged down, so be ready for that. Food was basic but good. Some activities like bingo were a bit chaotic and there were a lot of ground hornets around the jumping pillows. Would totally go again.
- Sue B.Ranger
Wawayanda Group Shelter
Appalachian Trail Shelter/Campsite
This is an A.T. shelter and campsite. First come, first served. Privy was nice. Flat tentsites for 6 or more. Good for Hammocking also.
Guide to Irvington
Dispersed camping options within Harriman State Park provide backcountry alternatives to developed campgrounds near Irvington, New York. The area sits at elevations between 600-1,400 feet, creating varied terrain with numerous lakes and ponds throughout the 47,000+ acre forest complex. Most primitive sites require a 1-3 mile hike from trailheads and lack facilities like running water or trash collection.
What to do
Hiking opportunities: Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail features challenging terrain with significant rewards. About 2.5 miles from the Gate Hill Road trailhead, hikers reach primitive campsites with panoramic views. "At one point of the trail is a very difficult, but doable, rock scramble up the side of the mountain. At the top of the scramble is a primitive camping site with amazing views," notes visitor Ethan K.
Waterfront recreation: Lake Welch Beach provides swimming options during summer months. At Beaver Pond Campground, campers can access nearby water activities. "The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out," shares Steve W.
Trail exploration: Multiple interconnected paths exist throughout the region's parks. At Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, campers find extensive trail networks. "This campsite are large and private with access to hiking trails and make for a unique experience," notes Jeremy S., while another visitor mentions "there are over 40 miles of trails in this area."
What campers like
Platform camping: Raised tent areas provide practical advantages during wet weather. At The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center, platforms enhance the camping experience. "The biggest positive about Beaver Pond is how spread out it was... Many of the camping options were on platforms which is especially nice if it recently rained or if you are expecting rain during your stay," reports Ethan K.
Privacy between sites: Spacious layout at several campgrounds provides separation between neighboring campers. "You definitely feel like you have your own space and are not camping on top of your neighbor," notes one visitor about Beaver Pond, while a Ward Pound Ridge camper states, "The shelter sites are large and private with access to hiking trails."
Wildlife viewing: Animal sightings add to the camping experience. "Deer running everywhere and surprisingly beautiful and quaint," mentions Megan B. about Beaver Pond. Wildlife awareness is important as multiple reviewers mention bear activity in the region, with one noting rangers provide informational briefings upon arrival.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Peak times affect availability and experience. For Clarence Fahnestock State Park, timing matters significantly. "Busy Campground on Weekends! This park is FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!" advises Shelly B., while another camper notes "Ranger said that during summer weekends the grounds fill up and can be quite noisy, but mid-week during the off-season it was great."
Noise levels: Campground sound varies based on location and timing. At Croton Point Park, campers report mixed experiences: "The site was very loud (dance music) until after 11pm. Quiet time at 10pm. Great site for a party, try to stay away from this end of the site or choose a site away from other bookings if you'd like quiet," advises Jonathan C.
Site selection: Research before booking as site quality varies significantly. Many campgrounds feature distinctly different sites within the same facility. "This is one of my favorite campsites I have been to but only because after several visits we have finally found our favorite site," mentions a Fahnestock visitor, while another advises, "check out the sites online to get one that is private."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Kid-friendly amenities exist at several locations. Croton Point Park provides facilities for children. "They have a model airplane air field and a decent playground for young kids," notes Andrew A., while another visitor mentions "playground within sight of our camper."
Beach proximity: Swimming options provide recreational opportunities. "There is a lodge and cabins close to the end of the point... They reminded me of places I used to take youth groups for weekend camps," shares one Croton Point visitor. At Beaver Pond, a camper notes it's "great for all types of levels of campers" with "something for all, swimming, camping, access to bear mountain pool."
Food preparation: Cooking facilities vary by campground. Some sites feature communal washing areas: "I also particularly enjoyed the communal sink which made it very convenient and easy to wash dishes and fill up water," notes a Beaver Pond visitor, while Sebago Cabins offers "inside a full fridge and double hot plate outside a 🔥 pit and grill with table."
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Electric and water connections vary between campgrounds. At Liberty Harbor RV Park, the best places to camp near Irvington for RV access to NYC provide basic amenities. "The sites had electric and water and were in a fenced off section of the marina parking area," reports Kevin A., though another notes it's "basically a parking lot with a dump station."
Site spacing: RV site proximity affects privacy levels. "If it's packed, your neighbor will be within inches of your rig. Pluses, minutes walk to the Statue of Liberty, liberty Science center," notes Keith and Tia S. about Liberty Harbor. For better spacing, "Pick one of the larger end row sites to get a little extra elbow room."
Urban proximity: City access presents unique advantages for RVers. Despite higher costs, Liberty Harbor's location provides exceptional access: "Two blocks away from NJ Path train into Manhattan or take the ferry to Wall Street!" notes one camper, while another adds "Easy access with our 32 foot RV pulling our Jeep."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Irvington, NY?
What camping is available near Irvington, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Irvington, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 87 campgrounds and RV parks near Irvington, NY and 3 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Irvington, NY?
Which is the most popular campground near Irvington, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Irvington, NY is Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 41 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Irvington, NY?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Irvington, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Irvington, NY.
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