Cabins near Nassau, New York provide base camps for exploring the Berkshires and Catskills. The area sits at elevations between 600-1,000 feet with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F during the day, making it comfortable for outdoor activities. Most cabin facilities experience heavy weekend demand from May through October.
What to do
Paddle on local waterways: At Dingman's Family Campground, visitors can enjoy the Delaware River. "Great walking access to the river where you can launch your kayak/go tubbing or just go for a swim," notes Dan M. Watercraft rentals are available at several locations.
Explore hiking networks: The cabin accommodations at Woodford State Park Campground offer access to multiple trail systems. "Great place to camp and access nearby hiking including the AT and LT," reports Bran P. The park provides guides to regional hiking opportunities beyond their own trail system.
Swimming options: Several cabin locations feature swimming areas. "The lake is beautiful and clean. Huge parties at the picnic area," reports Taylor P. about Lake Taghkanic. Many facilities maintain separate swimming areas for day visitors and overnight campers.
What campers like
Private settings: Cabin campers appreciate secluded options. "We ended up with site 13. There were plenty of trees and brush and space so we didn't feel we were in the road," says Melissa S. about her experience at Woodford State Park.
Clean facilities: Visitors consistently mention the maintenance standards. "Bathrooms were exceptionally clean and the camp store was stunning!" writes Elizabeth D. about Dingman's Family Campground. Most cabin locations offer daily cleaning of shared facilities.
Platform sites: Several campgrounds feature raised platforms for tents and small cabins. "The platforms kept us off the ground and were helpful in setting up appropriate tarp protection!" notes Rosie R. about her experience at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground. Platforms measure approximately 12' x 14' at most locations.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Cabin accommodations book quickly, especially for weekends. "This was our first visit to Woodford. Site 13 was the only one available," reports Melissa S., highlighting limited availability even for midweek stays.
Bathroom access: Many cabins lack private bathrooms. "They offer a number of cabins for rent with AC and small refrigerator, but no bathrooms," explains one visitor about Bonnie Brae. Visitors should expect to use communal facilities.
Weekend crowds: October Mountain State Forest Campground and similar locations get busier on weekends. "Although we were here on Wednesday and Thursday during the summer and the campground was pretty quiet after 9PM," notes Sandra G., suggesting weekday stays for those seeking quiet.
Wildlife encounters: Visitors report hearing various wildlife near their cabins. "We heard coyotes at night and loons in the morning," describes Melissa S. about her Woodford stay. Proper food storage reduces unwanted animal encounters.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly campgrounds: Several cabin locations specifically cater to families. "If you have kids and don't mind them making friends and roaming the campground then this is great!" says J L. about Woodford State Park Campground. Cabin areas often feature activity fields and playground equipment.
Recreation options: Many locations offer structured activities. "When running under normal circumstances there is a pool and mini golf," reports Rob M. about recreation facilities. Some locations charge additional fees for recreation area access.
Cabin selection strategy: For families, cabin location matters. "Take this review with a grain of salt because it was during Covid so the place was practically empty, which we were happy about. That said, the sites are not very private and there is a very large area that are open sites with no natural dividers," advises Rob M., suggesting families look for more secluded options when possible.
Tips from RVers
Accessibility considerations: Not all cabin areas accommodate large RVs. "With that hill there's no place for larger RVs here unless they were to decide to use the field at the bottom," notes Carol S. about Privacy Campground. Many cabin areas have vehicle size restrictions due to narrow access roads.
Hookup options: Some cabin areas offer RV hookups for travelers bringing both. "If you have an RV, they have 30/50 amp with electric and water. There is no sewer, but they have a dump-station and on-site Honeywagon truck that you can schedule," explains a visitor to Treetopia Campground, noting the service arrangements for longer stays.
Parking limitations: Cabin areas often have limited parking. "There is a tiny campsite with cabin on the road below it, with a firepit and table like a foot away from the road. Maybe they should eliminate that site to make parking for a couple cars at least," observes Carol S., noting the parking challenges at Privacy Campground.
