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Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed offers primitive camping for hikers with pets in a quiet wooded area near Newburgh. The free camping area requires campers to follow standard Leave No Trace principles and set up at least 150 feet from the trail. New York City North-Newburgh KOA welcomes pets at their tent and RV sites with full hookups, providing a more developed camping experience. Guests staying with dogs appreciate the private, tree-lined sites that offer separation from neighboring campers. The staff maintains clean grounds throughout the pet-friendly areas, and the small parking area at Hemlock Ridge limits overcrowding, making it ideal for those seeking solitude while camping with their dogs.
Dog owners camping at Jellystone Park Gardiner and West Point FMWR Round Pond Recreation Area can access nearby hiking trails, including the 22-mile rail trail suitable for walking dogs. Hemlock Ridge lacks amenities like water or toilets, requiring proper planning when bringing pets. The bugs can be relentless according to campers, so appropriate pet-safe insect protection is recommended. Veterinary services are available in nearby towns, though cell phone reception at Hemlock Ridge is limited. Military families appreciate Round Pond's pet-friendly policies combined with lake access where dogs can cool off during summer months. Most campgrounds in the area maintain standard leash policies to ensure safety around wildlife and other campers.
"With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."
"When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."
from $17 / night
Check Availability"We got a red carpet site by the Gaga pit and near the water park (Cindy bear lane) and it was a convenient yet noisy site. Kids were at the playground 8 am or before and the noise woke us up."
"With a new check in area, Gardiner has really stepped up. They expanded the pool area to include another pool plus splash area and water slides."
"Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue."
"The staff was nice and they were dog friendly!"
"Love the proximity to NYC - I always look for areas that are not too far, but not too close to NY. Beautiful but small-ish tent sites."
"We are looking forward to stopping by Round Pond again in the near future."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We have stayed here multiple times since it’s so close to home. Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day."
"The trails to walk on are perfect to get out of the campsite for a few hours. There are no spots with sewer hookup but they have a dumping area."
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"There are absolutely no amenities whatsoever & barely even a signal here, but it’s quiet & off the beaten path. The parking lot only holds about 4-5 cars, 6 if you park real tight."
"We stayed in lot 109, which was perfect because going through the really faint trail through the trees you can come to a ledge overlooking the Hudson River."
"There are great hiking trails on the Hudson River right outside your campsite. Amenities are the great outdoors and an ancient bath house built during the New Deal in the 1930's."
from $17 - $102 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $99 / night
Check Availability"I definitely recommend trying to get the walk-in (meaning you can't drive to them) sites (8-15) because they're just a little bit more set back and kind of wonderfully wooded all around. 8 & 9 seemed"
"There are drive-up sites and also walk-in sites. No fire pits at individual campsites, though. Only a group fire pit."
"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
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TravelerFree site ran by Peekemoose forest. There are supposed to be 12 along throughout the valley, this is the only one we were able to locate. Was able to access easily with a minivan and has a nice flat area. Can see the highway from the site.
GuideMade a reservation (site44) since I arrived as the sun had set. Office registration was open until 8. Staff was neither friendly nor unfriendly. Bathroom was dated but fine and a short walk from my site. CG was emptier being a Tuesday night in mid-October, so was plenty of space.
Great trail following the Hudson River. Beautiful fall colors.
ScoutI stayed here in March 2026 for a night before going snowboarding at Belleayre Mountain. It was in the middle of a snowstorm on a Tuesday night, so I had the whole place to myself, which was nice.
TravelerA nice wooded campground that was quiet despite being almost full on our Friday night stay.
The site we stayed at (64) had some pretty large roots to drive over and may have been an issue for a low clearance vehicle (we have a Subaru Outback).
The shower / house bathroom combo units weee very clean with hot water and baby changing station.
ScoutNice campground, bathrooms are clean but dated, first come first serve for the sites.
Travelerbeautiful quiet space, great home base for the Catskills and small towns around here. note there's only a few spots. road conditions were fine.
TravelerThe staff were very friendly and helpful. The facilities: bathrooms, showers, dump station were spotless. The sites vary from tent only to some sites offering electric. Quiet, peaceful, lovely campground!
RangerI'll start by saying this is a site-specific review (C20). I booked using Campspot and didn't select my own site but put in the criteria for my rig (30ft TT plus truck) and got a 50A back-in spot. The site was big but abnormal. Between the picnic table placement and the trees, I ended up right around 50ft from the electric and water, and the water spigot was so low I could barely put on my camco filter. With the uneven dirt roads, I had to unhitch with my truck in a gigantic puddle (lol). The site was otherwise fine aside from my gate code not working on Day 2. As for the campground as a whole, I thought it was pretty unique place by the river that offered several good amenities and activities, like downstream river tubing, an arcade, bathroom/shower facilities, a small store, little trails, and more. I would say this place borders the more primitive side.
ScoutPast reviews has mentioned that the office seems to be closed often, while I found that to be true I had no reason to contact anyone. This is definitely one of the cleanest quiets site I’ve ever visited
Dispersed camping near Newburgh offers natural surroundings at elevations ranging from 200 to 1,100 feet depending on location. The region experiences four distinct seasons with humid summers reaching 85°F and winters dropping below freezing. Fall camping from September through early November delivers colorful foliage displays across the Hudson Valley's mixed hardwood forests, while spring camping can be muddy after snowmelt.
Hiking on rail trails: 22 miles of converted railway paths connect through the region near dog friendly campgrounds around Newburgh. "There is a nice sized pond at the park to fish which also has benches around it. By the pond there is a nice picnic area with many picnic tables and grills," mentions a visitor to Winding Hills Park.
Rock climbing access: Close proximity to world-class routes makes this area popular with climbers. "This is the closest campground to world renowned rock climbing in 'the gunks' and also offers many other outdoor activities including some great hikes and rock scrambles, swimming holes and waterfalls," notes a camper at Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground.
Fall apple picking: Several orchards within 20 minutes of most campgrounds. "If you are in to apple picking it is a short drive and it is easy to get into town to take the train to and from NYC," shares a visitor at Clarence Fahnestock State Park.
Private wooded sites: Natural screening between camping spots creates a sense of seclusion. "Very nice, private pull-through site with many trees," notes one camper about New York City North-Newburgh KOA.
Clean facilities: Regularly maintained bathrooms and shower areas earn positive mentions across pet-friendly campsites near Newburgh. "Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only," reports a visitor to West Point FMWR Round Pond Recreation Area.
Level tent platforms: Many campsites feature flat tent areas for easier setup. "The biggest positive about Beaver Pond is how spread out it was. You definitely feel like you have your own space and are not camping on top of your neighbor. Many of the camping options were on platforms which is especially nice if it recently rained," writes a camper about Beaver Pond Campground.
Bear activity: Food storage precautions required at several campgrounds in the region. "The wildlife do roam around your campsite so be mindful of putting food and garbage away before sleeping," warns a camper at Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park.
Reservation timing: Holiday weekends book months in advance at popular dog-friendly campgrounds near Newburgh. "Weekends - this park is FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!" advises a visitor to Clarence Fahnestock State Park.
Water quality varies: Some campgrounds have mineral water with distinctive characteristics. "The water smells a little like sulfur, so you may want to bring your own," notes a camper about Winding Hills Park.
Playground access: Multiple age-appropriate play areas at certain campgrounds keep kids entertained. "They have a event just about every weekend with kid activity," says a visitor to Jellystone Park Gardiner, making it one of the more activity-rich dog-friendly campgrounds near Newburgh.
Swimming options: Lakes and pools with varying schedules provide cooling opportunities. "The park has a nice open beach on Canopus Lake with a concession area and bathhouse, which we found to be quite clean! They even have boat rentals," shares a visitor about Clarence Fahnestock State Park.
Noise considerations: Campground sections vary in quietness depending on proximity to playgrounds. "We found the sites closer to the Playground side/closer to the bathrooms to be more noisy. Also those sites are closer together which would be good for larger groups," advises a camper at Winding Hills Park.
Site selection: Research specific site dimensions before booking at pet-friendly campgrounds near Newburgh. "Some sites are hard to get into and others are in more of a large parking lot, but I think that is for workers for local pipeline companies," explains a visitor to New York City North-Newburgh KOA.
Electrical hookups: Amperage options differ between campgrounds with some offering both 30 and 50-amp service. "They have been working on upgrades and adding more patio sites which does improve the place," notes another New York City North-Newburgh KOA camper.
Dump station access: Hours and availability vary across the region's campgrounds. "Dump and potable water fill available here. Dump is kept locked, but there's a number to call and staff will come unlock for you," shares a visitor to Winding Hills Park.
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