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Best Campgrounds near North Salem, NY

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Campgrounds near North Salem, New York range from state parks to county reservations, offering various accommodation types within an hour's drive of the area. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground provides tent and RV sites with electric hookups and showers, while Ward Pound Ridge Reservation features more primitive camping with tent sites and lean-tos. Several facilities in the region accommodate both tent and RV camping, with some like Croton Point Park and Kettletown State Park also offering cabin options. Mountain Lakes Park provides a more rustic experience with tent sites and yurts but limited amenities, making it suitable for campers seeking a more immersive natural setting.

Reservations are essential for most campgrounds in the area, particularly during summer months when sites fill quickly. Many campgrounds operate seasonally, with Clarence Fahnestock open from April to December and Beaver Pond Campground at Harriman State Park available from April to October. "Weekends - this park is FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!" noted one camper about Fahnestock State Park. Weather conditions vary significantly by season, with comfortable temperatures from late spring through early fall, while winter camping is limited to a few year-round facilities like Ward Pound Ridge Reservation and Croton Point Park. Cell phone reception can be spotty throughout the region, particularly in more remote camping areas.

Campers consistently mention the proximity to hiking trails and water features as highlights of the camping experience. Harriman State Park's Beaver Pond Campground provides access to Welch Lake with swimming and fishing opportunities, while Croton Point Park offers Hudson River views and beach access. A visitor to Croton Point Park described it as "a gorgeous camping ground right on the Hudson with beach and trails." Wildlife encounters are common, with several reviews mentioning raccoons and bears, particularly at Harriman State Park where proper food storage is essential. Campground density varies significantly, with some sites offering privacy and seclusion while others, particularly those closest to New York City, tend to be more crowded with less separation between campsites, especially during summer weekends and holidays.

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Best Camping Sites Near North Salem, New York (86)

    1. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Fishkill, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 225-7207

    $17 / night

    "This 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 - or you can bring your own boat to launch!"

    "When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."

    2. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation

    9 Reviews
    Cross River, NY
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (914) 864-7317

    $45 - $55 / night

    "Close to the city and civilization, yet large enough to have nice trails and creeks to feel away from it all. The camping sites are very different so it’s useful to go in person and select the area."

    "The shelter sites are large and private with access to hiking trails and make for a unique experience. The staff is friendly as well"

    3. Mountain Lakes Park

    3 Reviews
    North Salem, NY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (914) 864-7312

    "Mountain Lakes park is a great place to camp within driving distance from NYC. A fun option available at Mountain lakes is to rent a yurt to camp in."

    "A gorgeous piece of land that contains lakes, a lookout and Mt. Bailey, the highest point in Westchester County. A dirt road loops through the property with trails off and through it."

    4. Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park

    41 Reviews
    Pomona, NY
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 947-2792

    $17 - $20 / night

    "$15 dolares la noche para los que viven en el Estado de New York o New York city .. si es fuera del estado son $5 dolares mas!!"

    "Drive-in tent campgrounds. Adequate restroom facilities sprinkled amongst tent sites. Some campsites have raised platforms. All sites have picnic tables and fire ring with flip-top grill."

    5. Kettletown State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Stevenson, CT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (203) 264-5678

    $17 - $50 / night

    "We love this State Park because it's close to our home for a quick getaway. 

    This time we tried one of the sites on the water, and I probably wouldn't choose the same site again. "

    "Semi private with great view and nice walks to the water. Noise was not a problem overnight as to having problems with noises neighbors at other CT state parks."

    6. Croton Point Park

    10 Reviews
    Croton-on-Hudson, NY
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (914) 862-5290

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience! Bathrooms with shower is near by and has plenty porta potties all around."

    "Was close to bear mountains state part and the train station is right there!"

    7. Camp W Herrlich

    1 Review
    Holmes, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 319-3084

    8. West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area

    5 Reviews
    Highland Falls, NY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 774-9524

    $25 - $40 / night

    "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."

    9. Jellystone Park Gardiner

    32 Reviews
    Gardiner, NY
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 255-5193

    "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."

    "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."

    10. Lake Waramaug State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    New Preston, CT
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (860) 868-0220

    $17 - $50 / night

    "One of my favorite so far , went with family , to comply w covid and social distancing, the camp only rent your site and no one on your left or right or across ! Amazing !"

    "My family has been camping at Lake Waramaug for over 20 years. I can say most of what’s been said is true or partially so but whether it’s bad or good depends on your point of view."

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  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Gentiles Campground

    Nice place to stay

    Quiet CG near Waterbury CT. Close to major stores for resupply. CG has lots of friendly seasonal campers and lots of other sites. Most sites seem pretty level, but there are some steep roads in the CG. There is an airport next to CG, but it is for single engine private planes only so not a problem. Not by a major road so little traffic noise. I would stay here again.

  • Paul K.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Croton Point Park

    Not the Best Place to Go in the Northeast By a Longshot

    Croton Point Campground is a modest little campground, located along the Hudson River within Croton Point Park in NY. In addition to camping, the park itself offers many of its own attractions, including swimming, hiking, kayaking, cabin rentals, and a host of other family-oriented activities just along the Hudson. 

    The park, which is honestly probably the largest attraction here, is located just an hour and a half outside of the city. This proximity is both its perk and its downfall, as the park itself, but particularly the campground, has become laden with all sorts of inexplicable and burdensome rules, endless guidelines, and restrictions only a New York State-run bureaucracy could ever make sense of, let alone hope to justify. 

    This includes all manner of restrictions on how you can camp, where you can camp, what equipment can be used, and use in relation to what particular site you may have been lucky enough to reserve. Much of this you can understand while imagining what may have taken place here to bring them to such measures, but it doesn't make it any easier to contend with. 

    In terms of the actual camping conditions Both the tenting section and RV sites are each very clustered together, and quite crowded, with regular patrols🚓(actual patrols) being made day and night, by both the Park Rangers and what appears to be general park staff members, all looking to see if you or your family might be doing something that they might consider outside of the guidelines or not in compliance with the many restrictions. 

    This is not to say you can't possibly have a good time here. It just might mean being a bit more diligent toward reviewing the potential legitimacy of your normal camping routine to ensure it meets with many restrictions and guidelines imposed, while also making yourself comfortable with some fairly regular surveillance during your stay here. These all being things we hoped to get away from while camping ourselves It just turned out to be a bit much for our particular liking.

  • Mike W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Cozy Hills Campground

    First time here

    Nice facility, friendly staff. They pack us in pretty tight in some sites.

  • Bob F.
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Moon Valley Campground

    Very unique smaller private campground

    This 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.

  • J
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Wildwood State Park Campground

    Our go-to spot

    My wife and I love this campground. It is right at the entrance to wine country on Long Island and has a beach on the Long Island Sound. (A little rocky on the north shore)

  • Elizabeth M.
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Jellystone Park Gardiner

    Dirty bathrooms

    This is my second time I visited the park, the first time was 4 years ago and we stayed in a cabin, but a few weeks ago we decided to stay in a tent side and it was a nice experience except for some things, the campers don't respect the quiet time at night and morning too. A lot noises until 2 am and early from 6 am. But the worst experience was bathrooms, very few for the number of sites and people it covers. They need to add more bathrooms. They rarely cleaned the bathroom in all the 6 days that I stayed. The showers didn't have enough water pressure, 2 out of 6 had only hot water, some had no paper, hairs everywhere, the toilets didn't work, and super dirty, the truth was a disgusting thing that didn't encourage to use them but there was no other option. For the price you pay is not for having the bathrooms under those conditions. I hope you get better because the truth is a park that has many things to have a good time but with the bathrooms with that condition, is not encouraged to reserve again. And please add more shadows in the areas of the tents and MORE BATHROOMS, is not enough to cover all the tents area.

  • sdwalter@bellsouth.net
    Jul. 10, 2025

    Interlake RV Park & Campground

    Great campsite.

    Great Campsite. Well maintained. Lots of pretty lots under the shade. Good for Families. Pool. Recreation Barn. Recycling. Some people stay here all summer. Close to FDR home and library...a must to see. Quaint towns nearby.

  • Brittany V.
    Jul. 3, 2025

    Skyridge Trails Campground

    Fantastic new campground!

    A little over a year old, and they have tons to do! Weekly themed events, spacious sites with fantastic views. The sites are level gravel with full hook ups and include a fire pit and picnic table. Beautiful swimming pond and a serene fishing pond located on site. The outpost has anything you might have forgotten to bring and everyone is ready to make sure you are enjoying your stay!

  • Kim J.
    Jun. 8, 2025

    Cozy Hills Campground

    Very nice campground however…

    We have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.

Guide to North Salem

Camping near North Salem, New York, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails nearby, perfect for all skill levels. Campers at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation rave about the hiking options, with one reviewer saying, "The camping is very premium but the property and hikes are magical."
  • Fishing and Water Activities: If you enjoy fishing or kayaking, Lake Waramaug State Park Campground is a great spot. A long-time visitor mentioned, "The lake is great for kayaking, paddle boarding, canoes and for fishing."
  • Wildlife Watching: Many campgrounds, like Fieldstone Farmstead, offer opportunities to see local wildlife. One happy camper noted, "The outdoor shower and outhouse were such an appreciated amenity... the star gazing was a beautiful sight."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Beaver Pond Campground said, "I enjoy the beach/lakefront, and regularly cleaned bathroom and shower facilities."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A reviewer at New York City North-Newburgh KOA mentioned, "They have the best staff and they are everywhere, if you need someone they are always around and super friendly."
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One visitor at Clarence Fahnestock State Park shared, "It was incredible! It was so quiet at night—not a sound after 11pm during my visit."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially on weekends. A frustrated camper at Kettletown State Park Campground noted, "During our stay, there were multiple large groups... the management did nothing to enforce the rules."
  • Site Privacy: Depending on the campground, site spacing can vary. A reviewer at Clarence Fahnestock State Park mentioned, "Some spots are great, and some not so great... some sites are grouped in open areas. These lack privacy."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have stores or restaurants nearby. A camper at Lake Waramaug State Park Campground advised, "Bring everything you need... the campground store is likely not going to be open."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Campground: Look for family-friendly amenities. A parent at New York City North-Newburgh KOA said, "Lots of activities for the kiddos."
  • Plan Activities: Bring games and outdoor gear to keep kids entertained. A reviewer at Beaver Pond Campground mentioned, "This is my 'home' campsite... I like the platform sites that are available."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. One camper at Fieldstone Farmstead noted, "The campsite was clean and free of leaves and sticks."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Clarence Fahnestock State Park advised, "Careful which site you choose."
  • Look for Hookups: Some campgrounds offer electric and water hookups, while others do not. A camper at New York City North-Newburgh KOA appreciated, "Full hookups, back in, lots of trees and really roomy."
  • Be Prepared for Weather: Bring tarps and extra gear for unexpected rain. A visitor at Beaver Pond Campground mentioned, "Going for a hike here in the morning before heading out."

Camping near North Salem, New York, has something for everyone. Whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking adventure, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Big Pine Campground located in North Salem, NY?

While there isn't a specific Big Pine Campground in North Salem, NY, the closest camping options include Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in nearby Pound Ridge. This reservation is well-known among locals for its trail system and group gathering areas. For those willing to travel a bit further, Mountain Lakes Park offers drive-in and walk-in camping experiences in the North Salem region. Both locations provide access to the natural beauty of Westchester County while being a reasonable distance from North Salem.

What camping options are available in North Salem, New York?

The North Salem area offers several camping options within a reasonable driving distance. Croton Point Park provides tent camping along the Hudson River with breathtaking views, family-friendly amenities, and private tent sites. For a more rustic experience, Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground in nearby Carmel offers camping with access to Canopus Lake for swimming, fishing, and boat rentals. For those seeking a unique experience, glamping and tiny home stays like those at Peace and Carrots Farm are becoming increasingly popular in the region. Most campgrounds in the area provide basic amenities like restrooms, showers, and picnic areas.

How far is North Salem camping from Bethel Woods Center for the Arts?

North Salem is approximately 70-80 miles from Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, making it about a 1.5-2 hour drive. When attending events at Bethel Woods, campers might consider Wawayanda State Park Campground which is located roughly halfway between North Salem and Bethel Woods. Another option closer to Bethel Woods is Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park, which offers affordable camping with rates around $15-20 per night depending on residency status. Both provide good staging points for visiting the arts center.

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