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Blydenburgh County Park and Heckscher State Park Campground accommodate pets throughout their facilities, with well-maintained sites suited for camping with dogs. Both locations offer water hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings essential for family camping trips that include four-legged companions. Tent and RV campers find level sites at Blydenburgh, while Heckscher provides more spacious grounds ideal for pets needing room to stretch their legs. Dogs must remain leashed in public areas, with a standard 6-foot leash requirement at most facilities. Sites are generally open and fairly close together at Blydenburgh, though visitors note the park has lovely trees and clean hiking trails perfect for dog walking. The bathroom facilities remain clean and accessible from most campsites. Many guests comment on the family-friendly atmosphere that extends to pets.
Watch Hill Fire Island Campground provides beachside camping with pets, accessed via a 30-minute ferry ride across the bay. The boardwalk-lined paths lead to campsites situated behind protective dunes, offering natural shelter for dogs sensitive to direct exposure. Mosquitoes can be abundant, so pet owners should pack appropriate repellent for themselves and pet-safe options for their dogs. The campground features ocean access within walking distance, allowing morning and evening dog walks along the shoreline during permitted hours. Suffolk County's Smith Point County Park offers year-round camping with pets and includes boat-in access options for those traveling with dogs by water. The hiking trails throughout these parks are well-marked and maintained, providing ample exercise opportunities for dogs. Park rangers regularly patrol the grounds, ensuring rules regarding pets are followed and maintaining the overall safety of the campgrounds.
"Great park with a nice 7 mile loop around the lake with decent fishing. Lots of horses and dogs on the trail. 30 or so sites around a central public restroom."
"Hiking trails are beautiful. Dog friendly. Clean bathrooms"
"* 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"
"Overall my experience was positive. Camping Sites
Each camping site has a picnic table and barbeque grill."
from $20 - $285 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful location steps away from the beach. Listen to the waves crashing as you sleep and stargaze over the clear ocean. Not ready for full on camp-life? No problem!"
"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
Check Availability"Literally steps to the beach."
"A short walk from the ocean to the bay, both accessible by walking from your campsite. No shade so be prepared to wake early if you’re in a sweltering tent. Staff has been great, no complaints."
"The beach is in a walking distance. You can swim or fish there. This camp site has a relatively new and clean facility. There are many farms near by where you can get fresh veggies and fruits."
"However there are too many loud families and the sites are too close in proximity for me."
from $20 - $225 / night
Check Availability"Recently went camping in our pull behind, met some old friends and had a great time. Rangers have a hardon for people screwing up tho. Think they're all that and then some..."
"Great Location Clean Park."
from $33 / night
Check Availability"It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around."
"They have a dog park basketball courts playground swimming just about everything."
"Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh. Multiple playgrounds for the kids although they were closed due to Covid."
"There are dog friendly which was very nice. It is a lil tight from each site but you have the beach and a little hiking trails that makes it worth it."
GuideI grew up in Long Beach. If you’re looking for a spot to camp so you can surf, this is perfect! It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around.
benefits: allows dogs childrens playground beach programs like movie nights throughout the summer
GuideCamp Gateway in Brooklyn New York is one of my favorite places to visit. I went to college in New York, and loved to get out of the busy city and go camping and be outdoors. Camp Gateway was always a place that I loved to go. It is pretty close to town-which is crazy because you feel like you are miles away. Camp Gateway does offer a lot of different activities for everyone. One thing I love to do is go kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. My girlfriends and I tried to do this once a month to get away from the city and school. Because you are so close to the city, you can plan outdoor activities as well as some activities in the city. My friends and I stayed 1 night in the campground, and the next day went to a recital show that took us 10 minutes to get to. You can also walk, hike or ride your bike along multiple paths- I have done the Fort Tilden trail (I just walked, but there were multiple people that passed us on their bikes). Within the campground they do have some fire pits- which my friends and I always use because we love cooking smores and hot dogs for dinner. A little further away from the campground, about 10-15 miles there is a place where you can do horseback riding, see the Statue of Liberty (which is gorgeous!), and there is a little beach area. This beach area is where I do my kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. Again, its not very far away...you can either drive there, walk or ride your bike. The road is paved, which is nice. I stayed here also with my parents, and I know my dad went golfing one day (I didn't go, but he said it was awesome)- and again that was only a 10 minute drive from our camping spot. This campground like I said, does offer quite a bit. Sometimes it doesn't really feel like you are "camping" because things are pretty close by, but it definitely is worth going to and trying.
ScoutVery nice family oriented, places the beach, which is great except for the birds watch out they come at you. They have a dog park basketball courts playground swimming just about everything.
RangerVery 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. Shopping & restraunts are right next door. We brought scooters & had a great stay! Plus you can see the Statue of Liberty from there!
LegendWe tried this campground without knowing what was safe and where to stay for visit New York City. It is located in Brooklyn and is little removed from everything. The sites are at Floyd Bennett Field which is an old airfield. The atmosphere here is eerily cool at the same time. You basically park and camp on the asphalt by the old hangars. No hookups at all but they do have a camp store and bath house. If you are tent camping, there are some grassy sites.
The campground is located right on Jamaica Bay so there were people fishing all the time from the seawall. At night, you could hear cars doing burnouts right next to us. To get to all the action in the city, we had to take a bus and then the subway. The travel was a headache but better than trying to drive in to New York City in our RV. One way to improve here would be to have some security at night as well as access to clean water and dump station. They remained locked most of the time for some reason.
The best part of this place was the free tour of Hangar B by some guys doing restoration of old planes (HARP). They had some great stories and gave us history of the planes on display.
GuideThis place is kind of a toss up for me. On one hand, I enjoy it because it's a little slice of heaven in the hell of one of the busy areas of New York. I hate this place for the same reason. It's not really camping if you're going to see a play and then go tour the Statue of Liberty. It just doesn't seem right to me. If I HAVE to be in New York, maybe I'd consider staying here again just to get myself out of the city for a bit. But this definitely isn't your "great outdoors/rest and relaxation" kind of place.
ScoutVery reasonable rates to pitch a tent. You get a private space with a fire pit. Ocean is close with lifeguards. Good fishing and pleasant people. Boat from New York City.
ScoutThere is only a small place for tents. Mostly people go there with campers. Not your typical campground. Very easy to hop on transit to get to New York City. People were friendly.
GuideSmall campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table. There is a wonderful little frozen custard shop down the road called roses farm stand. It’s a perfect campground for seeing the local area or even catching the train to New York City.
Suffolk County offers several dog friendly campgrounds near Islip Terrace with varying amenities and terrain. Campgrounds in this region typically require advance reservations during peak season from May through September. The coastal location means campers experience moderate temperatures year-round, with summer highs around 85°F and winter temperatures rarely dropping below 30°F.
Beach access for dogs: At Smith Point County Park, campers can enjoy both ocean and bay views. "Short walk to beach. 1 minute walk over the dune to the Atlantic ocean," reports Michael, who appreciated having water access so close to camp.
Lake activities: Southaven County Park offers water recreation beyond ocean beaches. "They have quite a few water activities and hiking trails nearby. I rented a rowboat, and used that for a large part of the morning. They also have some kayaks available to rent," notes one visitor.
Hiking with dogs: Multiple hiking trails accommodate leashed pets throughout parks in Suffolk County. One camper at Wildwood State Park Campground mentioned, "You have to buy a stargazing permit to be out on the beach after sunset, which helps prevent hooligans from taking over the beach."
Natural surroundings: The wooded sites at Cathedral Pines create a secluded atmosphere. "The group camping on the fox sites is accessible by a dirt drive in. I felt like I was suddenly transported upstate when in fact I had only driven 2 towns over," wrote Linda about Blydenburgh County Park.
Wildlife viewing: Campers frequently encounter local wildlife. "At nite an ice cream truck comes by, you get visits from the nearby deer. It is paradise," notes Tim about his experience at Smith Point County Park. Another camper mentioned seeing "deer, rabbits, turtles" at a nearby location.
Multiple camping options: Watch Hill Fire Island Campground provides backcountry options. "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," explains Emily.
Insect preparation: Mosquitoes present a significant challenge, particularly at waterfront sites. "Mosquitoes are vicious," warned Pedro about Watch Hill. Another camper advised: "Be prepared for ticks. Very wooded," regarding Southaven County Park.
Site selection considerations: Many campgrounds feature open sites with limited privacy. At Indian Island County Park, "All the camping spots are pretty much right next to each one with hardly any space, packed like Sardines," according to Prashant.
Fire ring requirements: Several parks don't provide fire rings at campsites. "No fire pits on any of the sites, although they do allow you to bring your own metal fire pit as long as it is elevated off the ground," noted one reviewer. Another mentioned: "I would just bring your own."
Beach proximity: Choose oceanside sites for easier beach access with children. "The beach was within walking distance, lots of little trails, and plenty of activities for the whole family. The park rangers on site have excellent programs for kids," reports a camper at Indian Island.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. "Perfect place to take the little ones has a beautiful lake and a really nice playground," writes Correl about Southaven County Park.
Seasonal activities: Check for special events when booking. At Smith Point County Park, one camper mentioned: "It also happened to be Trick or Treat weekend on the campground which really fun to see."
Access routes: Larger rigs should plan routes carefully to avoid parkway restrictions. "I drove down from Connecticut to Long Island to find the main routes to the campsite all went through New York's parkways. There are height restrictions on the parkways so RVs and semis cannot travel on them," warns Matt from Nickerson Beach Park.
Hookup availability: For full service camping, Smith Point County Park offers comprehensive amenities. "Our 36ft motorhome backed up to a raised balcony overlooking the bay. Less than 100 feet from the front of our site was the beach and the Atlantic Ocean view," Patrick describes.
Site leveling: Blydenburgh Park offers level sites suitable for RVs. "Very clean campgrounds lots of space," reports Maria, who recommended purchasing a green key card for resident access, noting "200 but you'd spend that 4 nights regardless."
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