Cabin camping options around Montrose, New York range from rustic to semi-modern accommodations within 90 minutes of NYC. Located in the Hudson Valley, this region sits at elevations between 200-1300 feet, creating varied terrain for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, making cabins a practical alternative to tent camping during colder months.
What to do
Lake activities: lake swimming: West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area offers swimming in a designated beach area with lifeguards on duty during summer months. "They have a beach behind it," reports one visitor about the recreation facilities.
Monument visit: 30-minute drive: High Point State Park provides access to the monument standing 1,803 feet above sea level. "You can drive to High Point monument that is 1803 feet above sea level and you get a spectacular panorama view," notes one camper about this nearby attraction.
Family activities: scheduled events: Jellystone Park Gardiner schedules numerous family-oriented activities throughout the camping season. "This campground has a lot of activities and has kids of all ages galore. I was worried my 12 year old would be too old for it but he enjoyed making friends there," shares a visitor.
Hiking trails: lake loop: The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center provides walking paths around their lake. "You are able to do a hike around the lake," notes one visitor about the accessible trail options surrounding the water.
What campers like
Platform camping: elevated tent spaces: The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center provides wooden platforms for tents. "We camped on one of the platforms, which was very nice and did not feel crowded even with other people on neighboring platforms," explains one reviewer about their experience.
Meal services: dining hall options: Some locations offer meal plans for visitors who prefer not to cook. "One highlight was having meals cooked by the stellar chef. The lake is very peaceful, and home to beavers we watched from the dining hall patio," reports a visitor to the AMC Harriman Center.
Wildlife viewing: early mornings: Croton Point Park offers opportunities to observe local wildlife including rabbits. "On the bright side, there are lots of bunnies!" mentions one reviewer about the animal sightings at this location.
Water amenities: child-friendly areas: Jellystone Park Gardiner features water play areas specifically designed for younger visitors. "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," reports one camper.
What you should know
Military access: ID required: West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area restricts access to current and former military personnel. "Unfortunately for me, Round Pond is camping reserved for active and retired military personnel only," explains one visitor who was unable to camp at this location.
Bathroom conditions: variable facilities: Bathroom cleanliness and availability varies significantly between locations. "The bathrooms needed updating and people at the tent area made a comment that it took a while to get a turn at the showers," reports a visitor to Jellystone Park.
Noise levels: check quiet hours: Several campgrounds experience noise issues during busy periods. "The site was very loud (dance music) until after 11pm. Quiet time at 10pm," notes a visitor to Croton Point Park about sound management.
Reservation requirements: phone booking: Some locations require telephone reservations rather than online booking. "The reservation process is a bit wonky. You need to call (no online reservations) and then wait for an e-mail," explains one camper about their experience.
Tips for camping with families
First-time campers: start small: Croton Point Park offers an approachable introduction to camping for inexperienced families. "I took my 5 year-old-son and wife, all of us first time campers. this place was great. The site was very nice, all the people friendly and area beautiful," shares a first-time visitor.
Holiday events: seasonal activities: Some campgrounds offer special themed activities during holiday periods. "We came in October to celebrate Halloween in sleepy hollow! This is a great campsite and reasonably priced. Was close to bear mountains state part and the train station is right there!" reports one seasonal visitor.
Playground access: close monitoring: Many locations feature playgrounds for younger visitors. "Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper," notes a visitor about the convenient layout at Croton Point Park.
Wildlife awareness: food storage: Animal encounters require proper preparation, particularly in areas with raccoons. "Keep your food in the dry bag and away from the tent or benches provided or face the packs of fearless racoons at night," warns one camper about nighttime visitors.
Tips from RVers
Hookup locations: water access: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation provides water connections with assistance for reaching campsites. "Website lists water hook ups at long distances but they have hose reels to help with that. Our site (15) said 75' however the 50' hose reel made it to our rv connection," explains one RV camper.
Dump station facilities: flush hoses: Some locations provide full services for RV sanitation needs. "Trash dumpster is an easy walk and the dump station has a flush hose point. Nice and easy little campground," notes a visitor about the maintenance amenities.
Site leveling: pad preparation: Campsite levelness varies significantly between locations. "We had a loosely defined gravel pad that was level. All sites appeared level," reports a visitor to Croton Point Park about their RV experience.
Navigation considerations: larger vehicles: Some camping areas accommodate larger RVs despite forested settings. "Easy to navigate our 38 ft. RV. Easy to dump and fill," explains one visitor to Mahlon Dickerson Reservation about accessing the facilities.
