Best Campgrounds near Mastic Beach, NY

Camping options near Mastic Beach on Long Island include several county and state park facilities offering a mix of accommodation types. Smith Point County Park, located in Shirley, provides oceanfront camping with direct access to both the Atlantic Ocean and Great South Bay. Other nearby established campgrounds include Southaven County Park in Brookhaven, Fire Island National Seashore, and Watch Hill Fire Island Campground, all providing tent and RV sites within a short drive of Mastic Beach.

Reservations are essential for most campgrounds in the area, particularly during the peak summer season from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Most facilities provide water and electric hookups, with many offering full RV connections including sewer. Suffolk County residency requirements apply at some parks, limiting access for out-of-town visitors. While most campgrounds in the region operate year-round, amenities and services may be reduced during winter months. "Only drawbacks, you have to be a resident of Suffolk County, NY, and stays are limited to one week at a time," notes one visitor about Smith Point County Park.

The oceanfront campgrounds receive particularly high ratings from visitors due to their proximity to beaches. Smith Point County Park features sites overlooking both the bay and ocean, with campers appreciating the easy beach access. "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," one camper reported. While sites tend to be close together with limited privacy, the beach access compensates for this drawback. Inland options like Southaven County Park offer more wooded settings with lake access, though visitors should prepare for ticks and insects. Most campgrounds provide clean bathroom facilities and hot showers, with many featuring picnic tables and fire rings at individual sites.

Best Camping Sites Near Mastic Beach, New York (36)

    1. Wildwood State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Wading River, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 929-4314

    $20 - $250 / night

    "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."

    2. Smith Point County Park

    9 Reviews
    Mastic Beach, NY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 852-1315

    "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."

    3. Southaven County Park

    7 Reviews
    Shirley, NY
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 852-1391

    $33 / night

    "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."

    4. Smith's Point

    5 Reviews
    Mastic Beach, NY
    2 miles
    Website

    5. Watch Hill Fire Island Campground — Fire Island National Seashore

    7 Reviews
    Bayport, NY
    9 miles
    +1 (631) 597-6074

    "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."

    6. Indian Island County Park

    10 Reviews
    Riverhead, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 852-3232

    "Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh. Multiple playgrounds for the kids although they were closed due to Covid."

    "The beach was within walking distance, lots of little trails, and plenty of activities for the whole family. The bathrooms were mostly clean, and the shower was hot."

    7. Cathedral Pines County Park

    4 Reviews
    Middle Island, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 852-5502

    8. Heckscher State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Great River, NY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 581-2100

    $20 / night

    "* 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."

    9. Fire Island National Seashore

    1 Review
    Mastic Beach, NY
    3 miles
    Website

    $25 / night

    10. Blydenburgh County Park

    11 Reviews
    Hauppauge, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (631) 854-3713

    "just a great place to get away from home"

    "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, (about 20 minutes from home.)"

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Recent Reviews near Mastic Beach, NY

245 Reviews of 36 Mastic Beach Campgrounds


  • Snooz H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Niantic KOA

    I mean wow!!

    So much going on! They will give free shuttle rides to 3 beaches & downtown Niantic, CT.

    We had tried to get a deluxe location and not completely booked. This is the weekend before Labor Day and they were vanishing point the owner / shuttle driver, John, asked us if we would want to move on Sunday after a bunch of people moved out. And we said absolutely because we're going to be here for 3 more nights.

    And it is huge and amazing! If you want to pay a little extra for the deluxe request slot 92!

  • J
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Wildwood State Park Campground

    Our go-to spot

    My wife and I love this campground. It is right at the entrance to wine country on Long Island and has a beach on the Long Island Sound. (A little rocky on the north shore)

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Niantic KOA

    Great amenities, staff and location

    Charming, full of wonderful amenities and nice extras. Nice staff, fun coin scavenger hunt, great pool, well stocked store, wide sites, lots of grass/trees and space to stretch out. Missing full hook ups but the staff and overall vibe more than make up for it. Community garden was something we hadn’t seen before - super fun.

  • H
    Jun. 28, 2025

    Hammonasset State Park Campground

    Worst Camp Hosts

    Absolute worst Camp Hosts. They cancel every event they schedule while receiving free beach camping all summer. They’re an embarassment and a constant disappointment for young children. Shame on you and shame on Hammonasset.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 8, 2025

    Wildwood State Park Campground

    Nice campground with lots of sites

    I've been going to this campground every summer for at least 5 years. Recently they became very stringent about parking to vehicles at the site making it very difficult to visit with a family and 2 vehicles. I usually host group camping trips and the single vehicle rule makes that very difficult.

    That aside, this is a very nice campground with various kinds of sites. You can find sites that are less wooded and better suited to group camping, as well as sites that are a little more secluded. This is one of my favorite campgrounds solely because there are platform sites so I can place my tent on a concrete or wooden platform. There is a separate area for RVs vs tents. There is also a store where you can get a cup of coffee in the morning and lots of goodies throughout the day.

    There are hiking trails and you can walk to the beach. Note - it is a downhill walk to the beach. The beach is fairly clean and has a small boardwalk.

    There are lots of stores nearby as well as orchards to pick your own fruits. I stayed there one weekend and went to Splish Splash waterpark that's not far away. There is also a Tanger Outlet nearby. I've been there during a full on thunderstorm and watched as the trees swayed in the wind.

    Lovely campground with lots of activities to entertain you.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 8, 2025

    Heckscher State Park Campground

    My favorite place for group camping

    This place is the best around for group and family camping. The entire campground is one flat open space where some sites are full in the shade and other sites (lower numbers) have lots of sun. I've been going here every summer since 2019 after it re-opened. Each site has a picnic table and grill. Water is also available near the sites.

    You can come here in tents as well as RVs and the staff is very nice. They toilets are cleaned constantly, though they are not immaculate. There is a shop at the entrance to get supplies if you need it and you can rent firepits and buy firewood. The ice cream trucks comes by as well. There is a playground just for the campground.

    Bring a bicycle or scooper and you can ride the loop around to the beach; you can also drive to the beach. There is a pool, but it has not been open for many years. There are also hiking trails and a place where you can rent a kayak.

    On one visit there was a magician performing for the camp goers. I've even been there while there was a philharmonic concert near the campground.

    Park staff and rangers regularly patrol the campground and are diligent about cleaning up.

  • M
    May. 3, 2025

    Blydenburgh County Park

    Great stay

    If your going to be on Long Island ,Suffolk county is really only RV friendly place.Worth buying green key card for resident access.200 but you’d spend that 4 nights regardless.Very clean campgrounds lots of space.Not much to do inside the grounds.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Niantic KOA

    Future potential?

    We generally only stay in KOAs or similar RV parks when we need showers, laundry, or a dump station. This one was in a convenient location plus many campgrounds had not yet opened for the year when we were there. It had rained for a few days before our arrival and that did not help our first impression as we drove on the rutted and muddy road to our site. There was a sign that improvements are underway, but I am not sure what those planned improvements are and when they will be implemented.

    On the plus side:

    *Friendly and helpful staff. Not sure why when we are given a map an employee escorts us to our site but that is a KOA thing. Later an employee asked if I wanted help carrying our clothes to the laundry.

    * Warm showers (but it did take a while for the water to get warm)

    *Brand new pool that was uncovered but it was way too cold in April to use*Sites were spaced a decent amount of space apart (although there is little physical separation). This was helped by the fact that there was no one on either side of us during our stay.

    *In season, there are many activities to occupy families (pool, playground, mini golf, daily firetruck rides, complimentary shuttle into the town of Niantic); however, we could not take advantage of most of these.

    *Reasonably priced laundry, although the washing machines were smal, and it took two to do what should have been one load. However, the dryers give you 60 minutes so although it took longer to dry, I only had to use one. 

    On the negative side:

    *Unmaintained roadways. The main one was once paved but has not been maintained; others were dirt (and mud after a rain)

    *High price for what we received. Not sure if we received an off-season rate but at $87 per night for a water/electric site and not being able to take advantage of amenities seemed high.

    *Allowing political flags to be displayed at sites. I understand that on private property, this can be allowed at the owner's discretion, but this was offensive to us. 

    Again, this is not our preferred type of camping. Initially, I struggled to give this two stars but once the rain stopped, our stay improved somewhat.


Guide to Mastic Beach

Camping spots near Mastic Beach, New York are primarily concentrated along the barrier islands and coastal areas of Suffolk County. The region features a mix of maritime pine barrens and coastal dunes with sandy soil. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-85°F, while spring and fall camping seasons experience milder 60-70°F temperatures. Most campgrounds in the area operate on the Atlantic Ocean side or along Great South Bay, providing different water experiences depending on location.

What to do

Hiking trails and birding: Wildwood State Park Campground offers numerous hiking opportunities with diverse terrain. "There are hiking trails and you can walk to the beach. Note - it is a downhill walk to the beach. The beach is fairly clean and has a small boardwalk," explains one visitor. The park's mix of "pine barrens and hardwood forest to explore" makes it popular for nature observation.

Kayaking and water sports: Indian Island County Park provides easy water access. "You are a short walk from beach access and kayak launch. There is a playground for kids and clean facilities," notes a camper. The park offers both bay and river paddling options with rental equipment available seasonally.

Fishing opportunities: Blydenburgh County Park features a lake with good fishing prospects. "Great park with a nice 7 mile loop around the lake with decent fishing. Lots of horses and dogs on the trail," reports a visitor. The park rents rowboats for anglers wanting to access deeper water.

What campers like

Beach access variety: Smith Point County Park offers dual water experiences. "A short walk from the ocean to the bay, both accessible by walking from your campsite," notes one camper. The oceanfront sites provide immediate beach access while others have bay views.

Wildlife viewing: Wildwood State Park provides opportunities to see local wildlife. "Swimming, long walks on the beach, shady camp sites, pine barrens and hardwood forest to explore, lots of deer, pretty good birding," shares a visitor. The park's diverse habitats support various animal species.

Proximity to attractions: Heckscher State Park Campground offers convenient access to regional points of interest. "There are lots of stores nearby as well as orchards to pick your own fruits. I stayed there one weekend and went to Splish Splash waterpark that's not far away. There is also a Tanger Outlet nearby," mentions a camper. This location combines outdoor camping with nearby entertainment options.

What you should know

Insect preparation essential: Watch Hill Fire Island Campground requires serious bug protection. "Beautiful location steps away from the beach. Listen to the waves crashing as you sleep and stargaze over the clear ocean... One warning, however, the mosquitoes are extremely potent and plentiful. Take the good stuff," advises one visitor. Many campgrounds throughout the region report similar conditions.

Suffolk County residency requirements: Many county parks have residency restrictions or different fee structures. "If your going to be on Long Island, Suffolk county is really only RV friendly place. Worth buying green key card for resident access. 200 but you'd spend that 4 nights regardless," suggests a camper at Blydenburgh Park.

Transportation logistics: Watch Hill Fire Island Campground requires ferry access. "You can get there by ferry. Very quiet and comfortable. Birdsong in the morning and the sound of the waves," explains one visitor. Plan for added travel time and cost for ferry transport plus carrying gear from the dock to campsites.

Tips for camping with families

Campground selection based on facilities: Blydenburgh County Park offers family-friendly amenities. "This park is about 6 minutes away from our home. It's a small park. It's great if you have little ones. Dogs are welcome. There's a large dog run so the fur babies will have a great time too," explains a camper. The park's compact size makes it manageable for younger children.

Beach safety awareness: Ocean beaches have varying conditions throughout the season. "The beach is within walking distance, lots of little trails, and plenty of activities for the whole family. The bathrooms were mostly clean, and the shower was hot," notes a visitor at Indian Island County Park. Parents should check water conditions daily as rip currents can develop.

Seasonal programming: Some parks offer organized activities during summer months. "On one visit there was a magician performing for the camp goers. I've even been there while there was a philharmonic concert near the campground," shares a camper at Heckscher State Park. Check park schedules when booking to coincide with family-oriented events.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategies: Southaven County Park has varied site options. "The campground was really clean, and because the campground is large, you feel like there is room between you and your neighbors," notes one RVer. Request sites away from day-use areas for more privacy.

Utility considerations: Many parks have limited hookup options. "Electric and water is nice for pop up. Little pricey compared to nys parks," reports a camper at Smith Point County Park. Some locations offer water/electric sites but lack sewer connections, requiring use of dump stations.

RV size limitations: Cathedral Pines County Park accommodates smaller to mid-size units. "Was a pretty spacious park, very quiet, nice people, but not very many electric sites," reports a visitor. Most campgrounds in the area can accommodate units up to 35 feet, but sites for larger rigs are limited and book quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Mastic Beach, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mastic Beach, NY is Wildwood State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 24 reviews.