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Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground welcomes pets throughout its wooded sites where campers report abundant wildlife, including deer sightings near tents. Most pet-friendly campgrounds near Lake Mohegan maintain standard leash policies, requiring dogs to be kept on leads no longer than 6 feet when outside vehicles or camping units. Croton Point Park allows pets at both tent and RV sites, offering campsites with reasonable spacing between neighbors along the Hudson River. West Point FMWR Round Pond Recreation Area maintains pet-friendly policies specifically for active military and veterans, with tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin options. Visitors use The Dyrt to find real feedback on camping near Lake Mohegan, New York. Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park permits dogs at its reservable sites, though campers should note that some areas require advance booking, especially during summer months.
Several hiking trails accessible from Fahnestock State Park accommodate leashed dogs, making morning exercise convenient for campers with pets. The campgrounds generally maintain clean facilities with bathrooms and showers, though some reviewers mention limited bathroom facilities requiring walks from certain campsites. Camping areas surrounding Lake Mohegan tend to fill quickly during summer weekends, so pet owners should secure reservations well in advance when planning trips with animals. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation allows pets year-round and provides picnic tables and trash collection at its campsites. Croton Point Park's beach areas maintain specific rules regarding pet access, with some waterfront areas restricting dogs during peak season and swimming periods. Frequent park ranger patrols ensure pet policies are followed at most established campgrounds, and nearby towns offer veterinary services for emergency situations.
"With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."
"When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."
from $17 / night
Check Availability"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 $17 - $20 / night
Check Availability"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 Availability"Pet friendly and kid friendly with a playground available. Our favorite site is #25. Up a hill, totally private and has a lean-to."
"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."
from $45 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Love the proximity to NYC - I always look for areas that are not too far, but not too close to NY. Beautiful but small-ish tent sites."
"We are looking forward to stopping by Round Pond again in the near future."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"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 $74 - $130 / night
Check Availability"We got a red carpet site by the Gaga pit and near the water park (Cindy bear lane) and it was a convenient yet noisy site. Kids were at the playground 8 am or before and the noise woke us up."
"With a new check in area, Gardiner has really stepped up. They expanded the pool area to include another pool plus splash area and water slides."
"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. "
from $20 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue."
"The staff was nice and they were dog friendly!"
"We have stayed here multiple times since it’s so close to home. Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day."
"The trails to walk on are perfect to get out of the campsite for a few hours. There are no spots with sewer hookup but they have a dumping area."
from $25 - $30 / night
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ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.
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.
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.
ScoutRecently, we camped here for a week. We don’t ever post negative reviews like this. The last day, we experienced a violent attack by a very large and aggressive Pit Bull. The Pit Bull did not have a collar or a leash and was accidently let out of the RV to roam free and unsupervised. It immediately ran to our site(4 sites away) and attacked our dog that was tied at the time. The incident was unprovoked. While trying to save our dog, my wife and I were also attacked. The wounds were serious enough to require emergency transport to a hospital for treatment including stitches. All we could think of was what might have happened if our granddaughter had been playing with our dog.
To put it mildly, their existing pet policy is grossly lacking. They never checked what breed of dog or ask to see documentation of shots when we were registering. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park needs to better manage their pet policy to address aggressive dog breeds and ensure the safety of campers. We camped there for seven days and saw multiple sites have more than one large dog, which in many places we’ve camped at would have been banned due to breed type or size. We have RV’ed extensively across the US and have never seen such careless enforcement of a pet policy regarding aggressive dog breeds. Seriously, think about avoiding this park if you have pets or small children.
TravelerGood for skinny dipping and other fun things! Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe.
TravelerSome things you should be aware of before booking: The office, playground, dog park, pool, laundry are located at the top of the hill. Camping spots are downhill, a good distance from the office and amenities. Trash is located off site in a pullout on the road you drive in on. There are 2 showers for women and 2 for men. Both are old and not well maintained or in our experience clean, either. In general the camping spots are not well maintained, weedy, un-level and picnic tables are weathered and warped. This resort campground is composed of mainly residents, the rules (we observed) apply to the overnight campers, not the residents. Children of the residents run free all day and past curfew in the evenings unsupervised. The setting is quiet, the views from the upper level are lovely. With some updating of bath facilities, cleaning and leveling of campsites, uniform enforcement of rules, Pleasant Acres could become a resort destination.
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.
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.
Camping opportunities near Lake Mohegan, New York span multiple county and state parklands within the Hudson Valley region. Located approximately 50 miles north of New York City, this area features steep hills and dense deciduous forests typical of the eastern Appalachian foothills. Summer temperatures typically range from 65°F to 85°F, with cooler nights even during peak season.
Hiking trails through historic sites: At Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, trails of various difficulty levels accommodate all experience levels. "This place is a great local spot that I love to go to get out of the city for a little bit. There's elevation gain, creeks, and open fields for stargazing," notes one camper at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation.
Kayaking on Pelton Pond: Sites around Clarence Fahnestock State Park offer direct access to calm waters. According to a visitor, "This site and several others on the opposite (west) side of Pelton Pond had easy access to the 1.5 mile Pelton Pond hike loop," making it convenient to combine paddling and hiking.
Fall foliage viewing: Harriman State Park offers exceptional autumn viewing from elevated campsites. A reviewer at Beaver Pond Campground notes, "Short distance from the NYC, very organized, clean pond, has a playground, showers, bathroom. Your phone will have signal," making it practical for those who need to stay connected.
Private wooded sites: Many campgrounds feature well-separated sites with natural barriers. At Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground, a camper observed, "All sites were so different. There was a storm the night before our arrival date, all campers were evacuated and they did a fantastic job clearing all the debris and downed trees before our arrival."
Platform tent sites: Some locations offer raised platforms that provide drier camping conditions. "The biggest positive about Beaver Pond is how spread out it was. You definitely feel like you have your own space and are not camping on top of your neighbor. Many of the camping options were on platforms which is especially nice if it recently rained," shares one experienced camper.
Military-only facilities: Active service members and veterans have exclusive access to certain campgrounds. A visitor to West Point FMWR Round Pond Recreation Area reports, "We love that its a place specifically for Vets and active Military. everyone is amazingly respectful of each other and the caretakers take such care of the grounds."
Reservation systems vary significantly: Some parks require in-person booking while others use online systems. At Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, "Beautiful campsites! Lots of lean to sites with fireplaces in them. You have to go in person to make a reservation and pay."
Bathroom maintenance inconsistent: Quality and cleanliness of facilities varies widely between parks. A camper at Clarence Fahnestock noted, "The bathrooms were clean and well-kept (saw toilet bowl cleaner in the morning), no stalls ran out of toilet paper, and there was soap most of the time at the sinks."
Wildlife interactions common: Bears, raccoons and deer regularly visit campsites. "Welcome to Bear Mountain grumbles the park ranger as he sits in complete darkness! He offers us a highlighted map to our site, wishes us a good stay, and gives us the run down on bear activity in the area," reports a visitor at Beaver Pond Campground.
Off-peak camping for quieter experience: Weekday visits often mean less crowded facilities. A reviewer at Croton Point Park mentioned, "We stayed in site 9. The higher number sites were closer to the RV site and the water. 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."
Accessible playground facilities: Several campgrounds feature modern play equipment. "The campgrounds have two bathroom facilities which have showers. The playground has a volleyball net and other Normal playground equipment that I saw driving past it," notes a visitor to Winding Hills Park.
Kid-friendly water access: Options range from shallow swimming areas to fishing ponds. At Jellystone Park Gardiner, "Nice pool that is shallow so you can relax and let the little ones go in the water park section alone or they have a 3 ft pool also. My older kids preferred a deeper pool but they still had a great time."
Limited hookup availability: Full hookups are scarce in state parks. A visitor at Croton Point Park mentioned, "There is a mix of w/e (6 sites) and FHU sites plus about a dozen tent sites. The FHU sites were back-to-back and although there were trees separating the sites, they were close together."
Dumping stations not universal: Confirm waste disposal options before booking. "There are no spots with sewer hookup but they have a dumping area," notes a camper from Winding Hills Park, which is important information for pet friendly camping near Lake Mohegan, New York when planning longer stays.
Tight access roads: Large rigs face challenges on narrow, tree-lined routes. "The roads to the main sites need some branch trimming. If staying here and concerned about branches I'd suggest one of the pull through sites. Specifically 138, 146 and 145 have a nice concrete patio and nicer firepit if you want to spend a little more," advises an experienced RVer.
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