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Blydenburgh County Park's dog-friendly camping sites offer grassy, tree-lined spaces for pet owners in Suffolk County. Sites include picnic tables, grills, and access to clean restrooms with several campers noting the park's welcoming atmosphere for dogs. The campground accommodates both tent and RV camping with electric hookups, drinking water, and sanitary dump stations available. Pet owners appreciate the 7-mile hiking loop around the park's lake where dogs are welcome on trails alongside horses. Each site provides sufficient space for pets to relax without overcrowding, though sites remain relatively close to neighbors. The park maintains a dedicated dog run area for off-leash exercise.
Wildwood State Park Campground accommodates pets at both drive-in and walk-in sites with tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options available. Dogs must be leashed throughout the campground and on hiking paths. The park's amenities include market access, electric and water hookups, and shower facilities accessible to campers with pets. Cathedral Pines County Park provides alternative pet-friendly accommodations with wooded sites offering more seclusion for nervous dogs. Hiking trails throughout these parks allow dogs on leashes, with many paths shaded for comfortable pet walks during warmer months. Campers should secure food properly as raccoons can be problematic in some areas. Suffolk County parks typically require Green Key cards for resident rates, with pet-friendly sites costing approximately $14 per night for members.
"Great park with a nice 7 mile loop around the lake with decent fishing. Lots of horses and dogs on the trail. 30 or so sites around a central public restroom."
"Hiking trails are beautiful. Dog friendly. Clean bathrooms"
"* cottages far enough away from each other
- fire ring with Adirondack chairs
- dumpster and recycling within walking distance
- lots of bone dry firewood around for campfire
- walkable beach"
"Overall my experience was positive. Camping Sites
Each camping site has a picnic table and barbeque grill."
from $20 - $285 / night
Check Availability"The beach is in a walking distance. You can swim or fish there. This camp site has a relatively new and clean facility. There are many farms near by where you can get fresh veggies and fruits."
"However there are too many loud families and the sites are too close in proximity for me."
from $20 - $225 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful location steps away from the beach. Listen to the waves crashing as you sleep and stargaze over the clear ocean. Not ready for full on camp-life? No problem!"
"Camping gets you away from the bustle. It is a little less than a half mile walk from the ferry dock and located behind the dunes which offer some protection. Take a quick walk down to the beach."
from $35 - $197 / night
Check Availability"Recently went camping in our pull behind, met some old friends and had a great time. Rangers have a hardon for people screwing up tho. Think they're all that and then some..."
"Great Location Clean Park."
from $33 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly and kid friendly with a playground available. Our favorite site is #25. Up a hill, totally private and has a lean-to."
"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."
from $45 - $55 / night
Check Availability"It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around."
"Very close to everything."
"Literally steps to the beach."
"A short walk from the ocean to the bay, both accessible by walking from your campsite. No shade so be prepared to wake early if you’re in a sweltering tent. Staff has been great, no complaints."
"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."
from $17 - $20 / night
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GuideI grew up in Long Beach. If you’re looking for a spot to camp so you can surf, this is perfect! It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around.
benefits: allows dogs childrens playground beach programs like movie nights throughout the summer
GuideCamp Gateway in Brooklyn New York is one of my favorite places to visit. I went to college in New York, and loved to get out of the busy city and go camping and be outdoors. Camp Gateway was always a place that I loved to go. It is pretty close to town-which is crazy because you feel like you are miles away. Camp Gateway does offer a lot of different activities for everyone. One thing I love to do is go kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. My girlfriends and I tried to do this once a month to get away from the city and school. Because you are so close to the city, you can plan outdoor activities as well as some activities in the city. My friends and I stayed 1 night in the campground, and the next day went to a recital show that took us 10 minutes to get to. You can also walk, hike or ride your bike along multiple paths- I have done the Fort Tilden trail (I just walked, but there were multiple people that passed us on their bikes). Within the campground they do have some fire pits- which my friends and I always use because we love cooking smores and hot dogs for dinner. A little further away from the campground, about 10-15 miles there is a place where you can do horseback riding, see the Statue of Liberty (which is gorgeous!), and there is a little beach area. This beach area is where I do my kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. Again, its not very far away...you can either drive there, walk or ride your bike. The road is paved, which is nice. I stayed here also with my parents, and I know my dad went golfing one day (I didn't go, but he said it was awesome)- and again that was only a 10 minute drive from our camping spot. This campground like I said, does offer quite a bit. Sometimes it doesn't really feel like you are "camping" because things are pretty close by, but it definitely is worth going to and trying.
RangerVery plain & functional, no frills but right on the harbor & on the very edge of Jersey City, close to a ferry & the train that takes u across to New York City. Shopping & restraunts are right next door. We brought scooters & had a great stay! Plus you can see the Statue of Liberty from there!
LegendWe tried this campground without knowing what was safe and where to stay for visit New York City. It is located in Brooklyn and is little removed from everything. The sites are at Floyd Bennett Field which is an old airfield. The atmosphere here is eerily cool at the same time. You basically park and camp on the asphalt by the old hangars. No hookups at all but they do have a camp store and bath house. If you are tent camping, there are some grassy sites.
The campground is located right on Jamaica Bay so there were people fishing all the time from the seawall. At night, you could hear cars doing burnouts right next to us. To get to all the action in the city, we had to take a bus and then the subway. The travel was a headache but better than trying to drive in to New York City in our RV. One way to improve here would be to have some security at night as well as access to clean water and dump station. They remained locked most of the time for some reason.
The best part of this place was the free tour of Hangar B by some guys doing restoration of old planes (HARP). They had some great stories and gave us history of the planes on display.
GuideThis place is kind of a toss up for me. On one hand, I enjoy it because it's a little slice of heaven in the hell of one of the busy areas of New York. I hate this place for the same reason. It's not really camping if you're going to see a play and then go tour the Statue of Liberty. It just doesn't seem right to me. If I HAVE to be in New York, maybe I'd consider staying here again just to get myself out of the city for a bit. But this definitely isn't your "great outdoors/rest and relaxation" kind of place.
ScoutVery reasonable rates to pitch a tent. You get a private space with a fire pit. Ocean is close with lifeguards. Good fishing and pleasant people. Boat from New York City.
ScoutThere is only a small place for tents. Mostly people go there with campers. Not your typical campground. Very easy to hop on transit to get to New York City. People were friendly.
GuideSmall campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table. There is a wonderful little frozen custard shop down the road called roses farm stand. It’s a perfect campground for seeing the local area or even catching the train to New York City.
GuideSuper lindo todo!! $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!! Lo mejor es reservar online y escojer el espacio pero no es obligatorio.. si quieres acampar en un area lejos y solo pues escojan la seccion W... no todas las secciones tienen una plataforma de madera para poner tu caseta de campaña.. algunas secciones son las casetas ensima de la grama.. lo mejor es buscar una seccion que esten los bańos y las duchas cerca en caso también de que se te antoje ir de madrugada ... para el mes de Agosto no habia nada de mosquitos ni moscas .. El personal muy amable .. no habia mucha vigilancia.. lo que si es llevar mucho gas y carbon y palos de madera para la fogata y estar preparado si llueve.. hay una tienda que venden palos para la fogata $12.. venden Cafe $1 . Hielo $5 ..$10 .. venden frisas .. leche y muchas cosas mas!!! Hay un lago estilo playa..bueno lo unico que los que no están acostumbrados a ver o escuchar animales salvajes es un poco miedoso en la noche!! Nunca tener comida ni nada de olor dentro de las casetas por que los osos viene por la comida .. dejar todo dentro del carro .. y en fin todo muy lindo.. los bańos y bańera muy limpios y ademas puedes cargar en el bańo el celular
Suffolk County offers several dog-friendly campgrounds near Northport with sites typically available from April through October. Water temperatures in the Long Island Sound reach 70°F by mid-summer, creating comfortable conditions for canine swimming at beaches where allowed. Winter camping is limited to specific parks that remain open year-round with temperatures averaging 25-40°F during December through February.
Beach access for dogs: At Smith Point County Park, dogs can enjoy both bay and ocean areas. "A short walk from the ocean to the bay, both accessible by walking from your campsite. No shade so be prepared to wake early if you're in a sweltering tent," notes Ali O. The park features designated walking paths between camping areas and beaches.
Bird watching with pets: The coastal areas around Watch Hill Fire Island Campground offer excellent bird watching opportunities where leashed dogs are welcome on trails. "Beautiful location steps away from the beach. Listen to the waves crashing as you sleep and stargaze over the clear ocean," explains Inocencia O. Morning hours from 6-9am typically offer the best wildlife viewing.
Winter hiking with dogs: For year-round options, Cathedral Pines County Park maintains dog-friendly trails even during winter months. "Wooded sites are lovely. RV sites in large field," reports Karen R. The pine forest provides natural shelter from wind, making winter hiking more comfortable for both owners and pets.
Secluded wooded sites: Cathedral Pines offers more privacy than many area campgrounds. "Was a pretty spacious park, very quiet, nice people, but not very many electric sites," mentions Junior D. Sites are set among tall pines with natural underbrush creating separation between camping areas.
Beach camping atmosphere: The oceanfront setting at Nickerson Beach Park Campground creates a unique environment. "Right on the beach! Great spot to camp at if the waves are pumping at Lido Beach on Long Island," shares Michael K. The campground allows direct beach access without crossing major roads.
Wildlife viewing: Many campers appreciate the natural inhabitants at Smith Point County Park. "And sweet deer. I watched a momma deer nursing two of her babies. This is paradise," Patrick C. reports. The park's location between bay and ocean creates diverse habitats attracting varied wildlife species accessible via short walks from campsites.
Green Key requirements: Suffolk County parks require residency cards for discounted rates. "Worth buying green key card for resident access. 200 but you'd spend that 4 nights regardless," advises Maria P. at Blydenburgh County Park. Non-residents pay approximately double the resident rate.
Fire pit limitations: Not all campgrounds provide fire rings or pits. At Heckscher State Park, "No fire pits on any of the sites, although I learned afterwards that they do allow you to bring your own metal fire pit as long as it is elevated off the ground," explains Ellen C.
Insect preparation: Bug protection is essential, particularly at coastal sites. At Watch Hill Fire Island Campground, "We couldn't even enjoy our meals at camp because it was that bad. Def bring a shelter or a canopy with a mosquito net!!!" warns Rosie R. Evening hours typically bring increased mosquito activity at all regional campgrounds.
Platform sites for wet conditions: When camping with children, Harriman State Park Beaver Pond offers practical raised platforms. "The biggest positive about Beaver Pond is how spread out it was. Many of the camping options were on platforms which is especially nice if it recently rained," Ethan K. explains. This feature helps keep families dry during typical spring showers.
Dog-friendly beach access: Families with dogs appreciate Smith Point's proximity to pet-accessible beach areas. "Our 36ft motorhome backed up to a raised balcony overlooking the bay. Less than 100 feet from the front of our site was the beach and the Atlantic Ocean view," notes Patrick C.
Playground facilities: Some pet-friendly campgrounds include play structures for children. At Beaver Pond, amenities include "a moderately stocked store, public bath houses, a laundry facility, playground for the kids and camp-sinks with access to water," according to Steve W.
Limited hookup availability: Electric options can be scarce at wooded sites. At Cathedral Pines, Junior D. notes it was "a pretty spacious park, very quiet, nice people, but not very many electric sites." Reservations for powered sites should be made 2-3 months in advance during peak season.
Beach accessibility: Larger rigs can access oceanfront camping at Smith Point County Park. "Great first experience. Had onsite bathrooms and showers that were clean. 1 minute walk over the dune to the Atlantic ocean," reports Michael, who gave the park 4 stars. Most sites accommodate vehicles up to 35 feet without difficulty.
Waste disposal locations: RV campers should note available dump stations. "Sites had water, electric and sewer hookups at each site, but this was an expensive place to 'camp'," explains Michael G. about Wildwood State Park Campground. Most Suffolk County parks with RV sites provide on-site dump stations, though some smaller parks require using facilities at larger nearby campgrounds.
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