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Jellystone Park Gardiner houses luxury glamping accommodations that provide a resort-style experience in the Hudson Valley area. The park features safari tents, yurts, and canvas cabins equipped with comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control options. Most glamping units include private outdoor spaces with picnic tables and fire rings for evening relaxation. "Very nice family campground, has every amenity you can think of right on the ground, including a little convenient store," noted one visitor. Additional upscale options are available at Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, where glamping accommodations include furnished yurts with kitchenettes and private bathrooms. The Historic Hudson Valley Riverside Hemp Farm offers a more secluded glamping experience with waterfront views and unique farm-based activities.
The waterpark at Jellystone Park Gardiner serves as a centerpiece for glamping guests, featuring water slides and a shallow pool area ideal for families with children. Nearby hiking trails lead to the Shawangunk Mountains, providing panoramic views from glamping sites positioned to maximize natural scenery. According to a camper, "The view of Mohawnk mountain was fantastic" from certain premium sites. During summer months, organized activities include outdoor movies at the theater area, themed weekends, and guided nature walks. Most glamping units require reservations well in advance, particularly for safari tents and yurts during peak season from April through October. The surrounding region offers additional attractions including farm-to-table dining experiences, boutique wineries, and the scenic Wallkill Valley Rail Trail accessible from several glamping resorts.
"The camp is set up in a “blank slate, parking lot” type style, with a big field, center for tent camping or to be used for sports or other activities."
"We had full hookups with 50-amp electrical service- which all worked fine. The entire park seemed to be well maintained and clean."
"Location- 4 stars- close to NYC but kinda just in the woods and close to homes, not much around. Sites- 4 stars- a real mixed bag- the rv/trailer only section is really nice, wooded."
"Amenities Bathrooms are older and need of some repair but let me tell you I was very happy to see a normal shower head with real hot water! So no complaints here."
"Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only. Will return! Staff is friendly and helpful. Military families should check it out!"
"The campground is beautiful and the staff was wonderful! We started our camping season off right with a quick weekend stay at Round Pound. We were very impressed with the playground on site!"
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"As part of the Thousand Trails group, this campground has many amenities. It offers a pool, playground, and activities that include bocce ball, shuffleboard, and horseshoes."
"This is a Thousand trails campground so it was free. I think the regular price is $64. Full hookups, tents and cabins to rent. Pleanty to do in and around campground."
from $99 / night
Check Availability"Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping."
"It is not very private/secluded as it is right by the road, but we enjoy waving at neighbors driving or walking by. Short 5-10 min walk to the restroom and water, no sinks or showers."
from $5 - $20 / night
Check Availability"The staff was friendly and accommodating, and the camp store was well-stocked with essentials."
"Rafting and hiking is always a great time, and you can have a good campfire with music and a few beers and nobody is going to bother you."
from $75 - $400 / night
Check Availability"Some of the sites are literally on the road - stay away from the sites on the same side of the road as the pond. "
"Lots of organized activities are closed but the stores are open via Campers App with free delivery to your site!"
from $41 - $375 / night
Check Availability"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"Top level has a pool, showers and bathrooms with laundry area and game room. Middle level has open field with bathrooms with sinks and running water."
"It was Memorial Day Sunday when we stopped in, staff was friendly. Our location was by the river and did not disappoint. It was a rocky location but we didn’t mind."
ScoutThis was a great campsite nestled in the foothills of Northern NJ on the NY border. Small, clean with great views and great location for hiking , cruising etc. Bring your tent or use the existing glamping tents. Headed back for a fall weekend in the "dome" which has incredible views. Try it you won't be sorry.
ScoutMe and two friends do a yearly kayak trip down the Delaware river and have progressively moved north each year. This year, MDW of 2023, we were traveling between Narrowsburg, NY and Port Jervis, NY. Traveling 10-15 miles a day, we ended our second day of paddling at Slumberland on the Rivers Edge. The host put out a orange cone that made finding our campsite easy and a nice beach made unloading and loading kayaks pretty easy. The accommodations were top notch, with lights already on, and a table set, along with a grill, fire pit, and covered porch and canvas tent that housed two queen sized beds along with an electric stove and a woodstove. We were able to relax on the adirondack chairs on the deck as the sun went down and our fire (wood provided by host) and the porch lights remained glowing. It was nice change from camping in our tents and sleeping pads as we are used to along the river, as the beds were very comfortable, and the heater and canvas tent kept us warm during 40 degree temperatures at night. It was quiet and peaceful and you had your own space far from the other sites at slumberland (unlike many other campgrounds along the river). We all enjoyed our stay and had a great time and I would highly recommend to any kayak campers along the river looking for more than just a patch of grass to set up a tent on.
LegendWe arrived here early afternoon, which ended up being perfect timing as we could set up everything and catch sunset by the fire. The place is pretty easy to access with paved road the whole way there except for the last 1/2 mile where it is very bumpy. Some might say 4*4 but we made it just fine in our little Camry. There are two campsites located right outside of the park where you can park your car next to your tent but we opted to hike in. The first spot is less than 1/2 mile down the path, with the next three in the next mile. The campsites are very spacious with lots of room between you and other campers, and have a fire pit and some have picnic tables. We had a stellar time just hiking down the path and relaxing by the water. There’s no noise at night apart from the running water of the stream and we had a very peaceful weekend. We’re most definitely returning!
GuideStayed 2 nights and it was really nice. Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping. Camps are secluded from each other and most if not all have an elevated space to put tents or chairs. Each place comes with a lamp hang, a fire pit, and a picnic table. Bathrooms are spaced out. No running water except for pump founded outside of the bathrooms. Toilets are pump flushed. Showers are only located INSIDE High Point State Park, not throughout the campsites, but entry is free for campers. One hiking trail is accessible in Sawmill campground, 3 others are accessible on the road outside of the campground and the rest are located inside the park. When you arrive you have to check in with the park office for your campsite tag. Hours are 8-4. Park officials come through the campsites pretty regularly, a few times a day which is nice. Areas are clean and well maintained.
RangerCampground Review
Stokes State Forest has four campgrounds. The Steam Mill Camping Area is tucked out the of the way and is the most primitive. It is the smallest of the campgrounds with 27 sites only suitable for tents or small trailers/campervans. No pets or alcohol allowed.
The campground has a pit toilet and a well. Each large campsite has a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern hook. Some sites also have a tent platform. Many sites are a bit rocky.
We selected site T219. It was a solid choice: private but close to the toilet and water. Some sites located around the opposite side of the ring back up to a babbling brook. The rushing water will soothe you to sleep.
Remember, this is bear country so proper food storage is a must. Bear lockers are not provided. The area also has ticks and rattlesnakes.
Outdoor activities in the area abound. Go fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, and more. There are 21 marked trails that cover over 63 miles within the boundaries of Stokes State Forest. Twelve miles are part of the Appalachian Trail. Pick up a hiking map at the park office or download the Avenza Maps app.
This visit we hiked the Tillman Ravine trail (tip: make the trail a loop and visit both the ravine and the nearby old cemetery).
You can also drive or hike to Sunset Mountain Scenic Overlook for a view of High Point Monument. High Point Monument is the highest elevation in New Jersey and is located in High Point State Park which borders Stokes State Forest on the north. High Point State Park also offers camping, hiking, sightseeing opportunities. And, on the western border of Stokes State Forest is the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. So, there is lots of outdoors to get out and explore!
Product Review
We camped at the Steam Mill Camping Area in Stokes State Forest in our campervan over a chilly autumn weekend. We had the opportunity to cook some soup on our stovetop and chill out by the campfire. And, as Rangers for The Dyrt, we get products to test from time to time so we were psyched to try out some new dinnerware and cutlery. This included the FlexiBowl and GoBites from humangear.
What made these humangear products pretty awesome? Well, the fun colors to start. I mean, seriously, my orange bowl rules. The FlexiBowl also has some neat features: it’s flexible - just like the name suggests - and foldable. The bowl can be squished and stuffed anywhere. And, the top section can be folded down to create a smaller bowl. The FlexiBowl is versatile yet durable. It held my hearty, warm soup just perfectly.
I paired the FlexiBowl with one of the GoBites utensils (the Uno model). The Uno model is my favorite - it has a fork on one side and a spoon on the other side. Very simple and convenient. The other GoBites models include the Duo (separate fork and spoon that can snap together) and the Trio (a fork, spoon, and knife - with bottle opener - in a case).
PRO TIP: I keep the Trio GoBites model in my travel pack at all times. It recently came in handy on a (non-camping) trip to Sardinia. The knife on the Trio allowed me to slice some delicious local cheese to pair with bread, jam, and wine that was purchased from the grocery store. YUM.
ScoutNice, family friendly campground with 3 levels to camp at. Top level has a pool, showers and bathrooms with laundry area and game room. Middle level has open field with bathrooms with sinks and running water. There is water and electric on the sites at the middle level. River level has more primitive bathrooms and some bathrooms with running water. You can camp right next to the river and it has a great view.
ScoutTent cabins
RangerMy first trip to this campground was September 2020. We wanted to get out of the house, but stay clear of other campers during the pandemic. This campsite, CS52, was in the woods and we were able to get the illusion of privacy by parking the cars along the road as a makeshift wall and pitching our tents beside them, facing inward. The other 3/4 of the campsite was bound by trees and shrubs which was nice and why we chose the spot. Other sites are more open and only the darkness of night will give you privacy. Each campsite has a firepit/ring, picnic table, and lantern hook.
We hung out at the campsite mostly, using the fire pit, playing frisbee, and relaxing in our hammocks. When we did roam a bit, there was a nice lake, with seating every so often and a boat dock ramp thing in the campground. There was also a playground, beach, pavilion, and picnic tables, but we did not use any of that.
Campsite sells fire wood. Clean bathrooms with flush toilets and showers, masks required for the pandemic.
TravelerBig and spacious state park with many camping options. Has options for trailers, tent sites, platforms for tents and even some cabins. Small store in park that sells firewood and ice and a few other things you may need. Big lake with swimming and boating as well as many hiking trails. Bathrooms on site as well as showers. Some sites are close together, but there are a few a little more secluded and set back. Fire pits are great. Can’t wait to camp here again!
Glamping options near Montgomery, New York extend beyond the well-known Jellystone Park to include diverse accommodations for varying preferences and budgets. The Hudson Valley region sits at elevations ranging from 200 to 1,200 feet, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. Sites typically require reservations 3-6 months in advance, especially for premium riverfront locations.
River activities: Take advantage of the Neversink River. At Neversink River Resort, tubing is a popular activity with guests. "Tubing was fun. Bring bug spray," notes one camper, highlighting the importance of insect protection during water activities.
Kid-focused entertainment: Participate in organized weekend programs. Many campgrounds offer scheduled activities to keep children engaged. At Jellystone Park Gardiner, "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," according to Jennifer I. These activities often include themed weekends specific to each season.
Nature exploration: Visit nearby state parks. The region offers access to multiple hiking areas with varying difficulty levels. "We fit in a hike up to the Appalachian Trail from our campsite, swam at the pond (Lake Marcia), and got in a fishing session at Steeny Kill Lake," shared a visitor at High Point State Park, noting they had to drive between the different lakes.
Water features: Enjoy amenities beyond standard pools. Jellystone Park has specialized water areas for different age groups. Amanda S. mentions, "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." This water complex provides options for families with children of varying swimming abilities.
Riverfront camping: Experience sites adjacent to moving water. At Oakland Valley Campground, campers can set up directly alongside the river. "Our location was by the river and did not disappoint. It was a rocky location but we didn't mind," reports Tonya D. River sites tend to fill up first during peak season.
Organized activities: Participate in campground-led programs. Many glamping facilities in the Montgomery area offer structured recreation. "This is a very nice campground for families. Has a lot of activities and facilities for campers," explains a visitor to Jellystone, highlighting the availability of planned entertainment beyond self-directed recreation.
Site selection matters: Check campground maps carefully. At Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, site quality varies significantly. "Our site was even and easy to level on. Lots of locals and summer residents," reports Ian R., suggesting research before booking specific sites is essential.
Facility conditions: Expect variation in maintenance. The reality of glamping accommodations ranges from pristine to needing updates. A visitor to Jellystone Park noted bathrooms could be an issue: "They need to add more bathrooms. They rarely cleaned the bathroom in all the 6 days that I stayed." This indicates checking recent reviews for facility status is advisable.
Reservation timing: Book well in advance for prime locations. The most desirable sites fill quickly, especially for summer weekends. A camper at Oakland Valley explained, "We spent most of early spring at Oakland Valley right on the river," suggesting riverside sites are booked months ahead.
Activity planning: Balance structured and unstructured time. While organized events are available at most glamping sites, natural exploration remains popular. At High Point State Park Campground, Justin P. shares, "I spent two nights camping with my niece and this campground was perfect. The site was maybe a 50-yard walk-in and we barely heard anyone around us and had a real wilderness feel."
Noise considerations: Research quiet areas within campgrounds. Many glamping facilities have zones with differing noise policies. At Jellystone Park, a reviewer mentioned, "People tend to walk through your campsite constantly. Even adults with their dogs. The kids were around until about 10:30 or so each night," indicating some areas are livelier than others.
Bathroom proximity: Select sites based on facility access. For families with young children, location relative to restrooms matters. One camper at Neversink River Resort noted, "Bathrooms were far on this loop. There are little foot bridges that you could take to get to the bathroom easier (and closer) but they are set on people's campsites."
Site leveling: Expect variations in pad conditions. At Skyway Camping Resort, full-hookup sites offer amenities but may require leveling equipment. "Nice well maintained park, full hookups with cable and wifi," mentions Jackie M., indicating the infrastructure supports larger rigs despite potential leveling needs.
Reservation limitations: Understand military-only facilities. Some excellent campgrounds in the region have restricted access. A reviewer of Lake Frederick notes, "Yes, this is a military-only campground but, that doesn't take away from how incredible it is and that is properly advertised." This highlights the importance of verifying eligibility requirements before attempting to book.
Hookup quality: Check specific site utilities. Even at full-service campgrounds, utilities may vary by location. At Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, a camper observed, "Nice, quiet place. Our site was up front and we didn't venture into the park," suggesting requesting specific information about hookup reliability and water pressure before arrival.
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