Camping cabins near Mountainville, New York sit within the Hudson Highlands region, where elevation ranges from 400 to 1,200 feet above sea level. The local climate features humid summers with temperatures averaging 78°F and winter lows reaching 22°F. Most cabin facilities close during winter months from December through March, though a few offer year-round availability with wood stoves for heating.
What to do
Swimming at designated beaches: At Jellystone Park Gardiner, families appreciate the shallow swimming areas. "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," notes Amanda S. who visited Jellystone Park Gardiner.
Hiking on nearby trails: High Point State Park offers trail access from campsites. "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," writes Justin P. about his experience at High Point State Park Campground.
Fishing in local lakes: Boulder Point Campground provides access to nearby fishing spots. "Stunning primitive camping," notes Ashley F., mentioning that "nearby are wineries to explore" for those looking to combine outdoor activities with local attractions at Boulder Point Campground.
What campers like
No cellular service: Sebago Cabin Camp offers a truly disconnected experience. "Absolutely zero phone service (for T-Mobile) which was AMAZING," reports Sara P., who also mentioned that the area has "several other lakes for swimming, hiking, and paddle boating" near Sebago Cabin Camp.
Clean facilities: Military families value the maintenance at West Point FMWR Round Pond Recreation Area. "Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only," states Mindie C., who recommends the area specifically for "military families should check it out!" since access is restricted.
Organized activities: Weekend events keep families entertained at Jellystone Park Gardiner. "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 Stephanie H., though she cautions "The Wi-Fi is also bad here."
What you should know
Reservation processes vary: At Croton Point Park, booking can be complicated. "The reservation process is a bit wonky. You need to call (no online reservations) and then wait for an e-mail, but the e-mail does not tell you your assigned site; you have to wait until you check in to find out your site," explains Lee D. at Croton Point Park.
Military-only facilities: Some campgrounds restrict access to service members. "Round Pond is camping reserved for active and retired military personnel only. We drove through and the whole space is rather large. There are several signs everywhere making it clear that it is only for military," explains Ethan K. about West Point FMWR Round Pond Recreation Area.
Cabin conditions vary widely: Tiny homes and rustic cabins offer different experiences. "The cabins are 'rustic' - but there's what you need: cots, electricity, a fridge," notes Katharine T. about Sebago Cabin Camp, suggesting to "ignore the hotplate and just cook on a fire or other outdoor set up."
Tips for camping with families
Consider noise levels: High Point State Park campsites offer seclusion. "The site was maybe a 50-yard walk-in and we barely heard anyone around us and had a real wilderness feel," writes Justin P. who camped with his niece at High Point State Park.
Check bathroom accessibility: Bathroom facilities can be limited at some campgrounds. "They need to add more bathrooms. They rarely cleaned the bathroom in all the 6 days that I stayed," reports Elizabeth M. about her experience at Jellystone Park Gardiner, noting that "the showers didn't have enough water pressure."
Look for kid-specific activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular events. "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," Jennifer I. mentions about Jellystone Park Gardiner.
Tips from RVers
Site levelness matters: High Point State Park has some challenging RV sites. "The sites are varied, some have tent platforms, it's just off the AT, but we have a trailer and the 'trailer' sites aren't level," warns Grant M. from High Point State Park, adding there's "no trailer dump" despite what the website might indicate.
Size restrictions apply: Boulder Point Campground accommodates smaller rigs only. Ashley F. notes that the property can accommodate "your tent, camper, van, or RV (only small tow behinds or popups, no large RVs)," making it suitable for those with compact setups.
Consider rental options: Korns Campgrounds offers various site options with amenities. "We parked right next to our camp site and had water, fire pit, outlets, and our car all in one area," shares Daniella P., highlighting the convenient setup for RVers and car campers alike.
