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    Arcadian Pastures Equine in rural New York offers basic camping facilities for horse owners approximately 32 miles from Latham. The campground provides rustic tent and RV camping options on pasture land with firewood available on site. Though lacking designated horse corrals, the property features open grazing areas where horses can be kept while camping. Picnic tables and trash collection are available, and reservations are required for all overnight stays. The campground maintains a no-pets policy to prevent disturbances to the horses. Most sites are accessible via drive-in or walk-in approaches.

    Located within the eastern Catskill region, Arcadian Pastures connects riders to several informal trail networks through woodland areas and agricultural landscapes. The property spans over 80 acres with varied terrain suitable for both novice and experienced riders. Trailer parking accommodates standard-size horse trailers with adequate turnaround space at most sites. Campers must bring their own portable corrals, highlines, or tethering equipment as permanent horse containment structures are not provided. The grounds feature natural water sources accessible to horses, though riders should confirm seasonal water availability before arrival. While primitive in amenities, the open pasture setting offers ample space for horses to graze and rest between trail rides.

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      1. North-South Lake Campground

      4.5(44)40mi from Latham214 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Our first campground was in New York Aug 8th. Unfortunately, Debbie was socking New York hard. North South Lake Campground in the Catskills was our camping home."

      "This is a truly beautiful and scenic campground, easily one of the best places we have visited in New York State."

      from $22 - $44 / night

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      2. Moreau Lake State Park Campground

      4.6(18)33mi from Latham154 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This campground is close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks. There’s a nice big lake and the Hudson RIver. Many campsites are near the lake."

      "Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation."

      from $20 - $75 / night

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      3. Luzerne Campground

      4.5(13)43mi from Latham169 sitesRVs, Tents

      "The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!"

      "We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too."

      from $22 / night

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      4. Betty Brook Camp

      4.5(2)41mi from LathamRVs, Tents

      "I live near this campground. I'm about a mile away and I pass it every day. It is rather remote, but it is right along West kill road."

      5. Arcadian Pastures Equine

      Be the first to review30mi from LathamRVs, Tents

      from $25 - $150 / night

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      6. Country Campsites

      Be the first to review33mi from LathamRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $55 - $195 / night

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      7. Murphy Lake Leanto

      4.0(1)47mi from LathamTents

      "The Murphy Bennett Trails is a technical challenge to hike, or bike in on. And be prepared to go over downfalls. The area is maintained, but windhappens in the old growth forest."

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    • B
      Oct. 18, 2018

      Luzerne Campground

      Defenitly in the woods!

      The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!

    • Cynthia K.
      Aug. 29, 2024

      North-South Lake Campground

      New York

      We were on a 5 state East Coast camping trip. Our first campground was in New York Aug 8th. Unfortunately, Debbie was socking New York hard. North South Lake Campground in the Catskills was our camping home. Thursday & Friday it was Neverending rain & wind. Saturday was the nice day.

      North South Lake has no electricity. The sites are almost all beautiful, tucked in under shady trees. Not a good way to try out our solar panel! Some are by a stream. A few are by the lake. This is a tent campers paradise. New York tent campers are hard core camping during Tropical Storm Debbie!

       There are 7 loops. We were in loop 2. Site 85. There are some sites with an incline down to the site. That might give some rvs trouble. It did for us & I had to be driven out of the campground to call 911. Thank you Mary!! It all ended well & we got a different site.

       There are bears that visit the campground & one came one of the nights & visited our camping neighbor's site. They showed us a picture- it was a large black bear. 

      Generators are allowed for 5 hours & they tell you when you can use them. 

      The bathrooms/showers are state park clean- which means not very.

       There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged.

      This is a hiking park & for this middle aged overweight flatlander they are pretty strenuous. Kaaterskill Falls is an exception - short, easy trail, but the parking fills up quickly. Then they close it! You'll have to take a shuttle to get in.

      The trail to the Mountain House Site is also pretty easy, with more of an incline.

      There's 2 nice lakes with beaches. 

      The Catskills are very scenic& we enjoyed our time there!

    • Tara L.
      May. 21, 2018

      North-South Lake Campground

      NYS camping.

      North South lake is one of the larger public camp grounds in New York. The sites are well spaced out. Great for families. The lake is huge.

      Avoid holidays to avoid the crowds.

    • M
      Jun. 4, 2026

      North-South Lake Campground

      scenic campground

      This is a truly beautiful and scenic campground, easily one of the best places we have visited in New York State. The campsites are well laid out, the surroundings are stunning, and the entire campground is very clean and well maintained. We visited in October, and it was pleasantly uncrowded, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The peaceful atmosphere and beautiful fall scenery made for a perfect camping trip. I'm not sure how busy it gets during the peak summer season, but our autumn visit was fantastic. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back.

    • nThe Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 22, 2021

      North-South Lake Campground

      Beautiful grounds but…

      Gorgeous campgrounds, friendly staff, and spectacular facilities. Loved that trailheads are walking distance from the sites. But we felt very close to campers next to us, not a lot of shrubbery between sites to feel somewhat private. Fire pits are very nice but more catered to cooking instead of being able to sit around in a circle. Also, we picked a site hoping we’d have a nice view of the lake but it’s hard to see from the site and a good walk away. Overall, beautiful grounds but I’d take less facilities to have a more “woodsy” vibe but that’s just my preference!

    • Lena L.
      Jun. 14, 2018

      North-South Lake Campground

      Family friendly

      Had a great time at this campground- surrounded by many returning campers which gave the whole experience a good community vibe. Ice cream truck comes around each evening in the summer. Sites are tucked away in the trees for privacy. We set up our 6 person tent and two hammocks comfortably. Long walk to the beach from our site but enjoyable anyway. Nice little hiking trails nearby.

    • R
      Aug. 26, 2018

      North-South Lake Campground

      Love this place

      The sites are spacious and private and there are lake side sites available too. Perfect for groups!! We were able to maximize our lake experience by bringing an inflatable kayak. I was able to explore many different parts of the lake and do a decent amount of fishing. There were a few hiking trails walking distance of the campground that were fun to explore. We will def come back!!

    • H
      Sep. 30, 2017

      Moreau Lake State Park Campground

      South of the ADKs

      This campground is close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks. There’s a nice big lake and the Hudson RIver. Many campsites are near the lake. The sites are shady and close together, but still feel fairly private. We enjoyed the hiking trails and beach while camping, then went further north for the full ADK experience.

    • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 12, 2022

      Moreau Lake State Park Campground

      Beautiful State Park

      The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs). Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation. We found it enjoyable just to hang out in the park rather than trying to find things to do in the area. After hiking and paddling, we loved relaxing out at our campsite with a campfire. 

      Our campsite was spacious but required some maneuvering to avoid scraping trees with our RV. Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed. Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours. Since it was still a little cool and our windows were closed and we never heard anyone’s generator. The park was not very crowded when we were there, but we can imagine it could get very busy and noisy in the busy summer season. The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed. The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season. There is also a nice playground for kids to enjoy. 

      This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower. Both were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower. Oh well, the shower felt good after our active days. There are two pavilions you can rent which are nice if big groups want to gather. Take note that only two pets are allowed per campsite, so plan accordingly if you are a pet owner. 

      Access is fairly easy, just off I-87, and there are plenty of signs directing you which way to go. Saratoga Springs and Lake George are nearby if you want to explore. We recommend visiting the National Horse Racing Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, if you have time. We would definitely stay here again.

    Guide to Latham

    Arcadian Pastures Equine offers primitive camping options for horse owners in eastern New York, approximately 32 miles from Latham. The area sits within the transition zone between the Mohawk Valley and northern Catskills, with elevations ranging from 750 to 1,200 feet. Camping facilities operate from late May through early October, with seasonal closures during periods of heavy rainfall when pastures become saturated.

    What to do

    Trail riding networks: Several informal trail systems connect to Arcadian Pastures through agricultural lands and woodland areas. At North-South Lake Campground, campers can access the Catskill Escarpment trail system. According to Maribeth W., the area provides "awesome access to the Catskill Escaprment trail from here," making it an excellent basecamp for extended riding excursions.

    Swimming options: Campsites near water bodies offer additional recreation during hot summer days. Lizz H. notes about North-South Lake, "I go there almost every year to go swimming with my family and friends and it's always a good time." Most swimming areas maintain seasonal hours between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

    Fishing opportunities: Luzerne Campground provides access to productive fishing waters. Robert L. describes it as having "nice swim at your own risk beach (no guards), boat rentals, good fishing." The small lakes and streams throughout the region contain populations of bass, trout, and panfish.

    What campers like

    Private sites: Many equestrian campers appreciate space between camping areas. At Moreau Lake State Park Campground, Nancy K. notes, "Nicely treed sites and cabins with a pretty lake. Hiking, biking, swimming, boat/canoe/paddleboard rentals." The natural screening between sites provides privacy while camping with horses.

    Clean facilities: Maintained bathroom and shower buildings rank high among camper preferences. According to Jessica W., North-South Lake has "staff is friendly and knowledgeable, bathrooms & beach areas are always clean, & the hiking nearby is fantastic." Basic maintenance schedules typically include daily cleaning of shared facilities.

    Proximity to supplies: Local stores near camping areas provide convenience for forgotten items. Emily B. comments about Betty Brook Camp, "It was nice to have a little country store right across the street from the entrance of the campground. They had anything and everything you might need or had forgotten!" Most equestrian campers still need to bring specialized equipment for horses.

    What you should know

    Horse containment requirements: While Arcadian Pastures offers open grazing areas, most campgrounds require specific equipment for horses. Brittnay B. notes that Luzerne is "the only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!" Always confirm horse facilities before arrival.

    Reservation policies: Most established campgrounds near Latham require advance bookings, especially during peak summer months. At Murphy Lake Leanto, Tony F. cautions the site requires effort to reach: "This leanto is worth the effort it takes to get there. And you have to earn it on foot, bike or other. A two hour bike ride with a couple of breaks." Dispersed camping areas may have different regulations.

    Seasonal availability: Weather conditions impact camping viability, particularly for equestrian sites where ground conditions matter. Robert B. comments about Betty Brook Camp, "Love to camp here all year long have been coming to the area for a couple of decades now. Remote. Sometimes you never see anyone." Most horse-friendly campgrounds limit operations to dry ground months.

    Tips for camping with families

    Choose developed campgrounds: Families benefit from campgrounds with established amenities. About Moreau Lake State Park, Amber A. advises, "Very wooded. Hiking trails become nice XC skiing trails. Nice sandy beach with lifeguard hours. Facilities are relatively modern but still basic, nice and clean." Sites with restrooms and water access provide greater comfort for younger campers.

    Consider activities beyond riding: When planning equestrian camping near Latham, include non-riding activities. Antoinette W. says about Luzerne Campground, "We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too." Diversified recreation options keep non-riders engaged.

    Pack for variable weather: The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations, particularly in spring and fall. Nancy W. shares about Moreau Lake State Park: "The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season. There is also a nice playground for kids to enjoy." Evening temperatures can drop significantly even in summer months.

    Tips from RVers

    Site accessibility considerations: RV campers should research accessibility before booking equestrian camping near Latham. Nancy W. notes about Moreau Lake State Park, "The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs)." Measure trailer dimensions against campground clearances when bringing horses.

    Generator restrictions: Many campgrounds limit generator usage to protect natural soundscapes. About Moreau Lake, Nancy W. adds, "Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours." Always verify generator policies when planning power needs for extended stays with horses.

    Dump station availability: For extended equestrian camping trips, confirm waste disposal options. Troy H. recommends Luzerne Campground for its strategic location: "Small state run campground in the SE Adirondacks- plenty to do: tubing and white water rafting (spring) great hikes, horseback riding, canoe/kayaking, zip lines, great local food and breweries in the area." Most established campgrounds offer dump stations, though primitive horse camping areas typically lack these facilities.

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