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The Catskill Mountains surrounding Olivebridge, New York feature diverse camping options within a short drive, from established campgrounds to primitive backcountry sites. Kenneth L Wilson Campground in Mt. Tremper offers spacious, tree-surrounded sites with a mix of privacy and community feel, while North-South Lake Campground provides lakeside camping with beach access. Thousand Trails Rondout Valley in nearby Accord accommodates both tent and RV campers with full hookup options. The region's camping landscape ranges from state-managed facilities with basic amenities to private campgrounds with more extensive services, all set against the backdrop of the scenic Catskill Forest Preserve.
Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from May through October, with limited winter access. Cell service is notably sparse throughout the region, with many campers reporting complete disconnection at sites like Woodland Valley and North-South Lake. "There is NO cell service and just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged," notes one North-South Lake visitor. Black bears are common visitors to campgrounds, requiring proper food storage. Weather conditions can change rapidly in the mountains, with summer thunderstorms and significant temperature drops at night even during warm months. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend stays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Proximity to hiking trails ranks as a top feature in camper reviews of the area. The Giant Ledge trail, accessible from several nearby campgrounds, offers what one visitor called "amazing views overlooking the entire area" and is particularly recommended for sunrise viewing. Waterfront sites command premium prices but receive consistently high ratings. "The creek was perfect for dipping your feet and just hanging out," reports one camper at Phoenicia Black Bear Campground. Site privacy varies considerably, with some campgrounds featuring closely spaced sites while others offer more seclusion. Many campgrounds provide access to fishing opportunities, with the Beaverkill area known for excellent fly fishing. Weekend crowds are common at most locations, with several reviewers noting the stark contrast between busy weekends and quiet weekdays.
"This campground is nestled in the Catskills, New York, with easy access to New Jersey and Connecticut."
"Access to fresh water spouts and clean bathrooms were just a walk away from most sites, theres a beautiful pond on site and beautiful views of the Catskills, Woodstock is a 15 min drive if you’re looking"
from $22 / night
Check Availability"water to play in right behind tent. I do prefer fire pits over the brick stove. this had the stove. more advanced hiking in walking distance. no cell service. my gps on phone was able to track though."
"Close to Woodstock, NY, many trails and other attractions. You need to plan for it, there's a lot to explore; some trails are challenging. "
from $20 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Our first campground was in New York Aug 8th. Unfortunately, Debbie was socking New York hard. North South Lake Campground in the Catskills was our camping home."
"This is a truly beautiful and scenic campground, easily one of the best places we have visited in New York State."
from $22 - $44 / night
Check Availability"Great place situated in a great area with lots to do all within an hour's drive. Even camping during a pandemic was peaceful & fun!"
"This is a Thousand trails campground so it was free. I think the regular price is $64. Full hookups, tents and cabins to rent. Pleanty to do in and around campground."
"You’ve got fishing either in 2 private lakes or you can fish in the river but to do the river you’ll need a New York State fishing license."
"I was a little skeptical that we wouldn’t get to choose our site, but you can’t go wrong, they are all wooded, private and well situated. The campground is centrally located you many things to do."
"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."
"Firewood wasn’t available at the camp, had to drive about a mile to grab some. Close to town so easy to grab needed items."
from $17 - $102 / 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."
"We got to the spot at around 4pm, and choose a spot in the “upper field”, although we didn’t see anyone at the lower spots on the road."
"This was a good campground for a base point for hiking around the peekamoose area. I stayed in the middle field campground site #6 (which is the worst spot on that field)."
"this is close by to many catskill hiking trails"
"It was close to trails and town"
from $16 / night
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GuideStayed for 2 nights in June and it was delightful. Facilities were very clean, had flush toilets and showers, and the trails around the pond were great for my dog. Sites were well maintained, but a little close together for my preference. We stayed at site 146. Would definitely come back and hope to get a site along the pond next time!
TravelerI called as we were 3 hours away for a spot for the night. The lady who answered was amazing and asked everything to pick us the right spot. We showed up after hours and found our spot. It was so peaceful and so beautiful. Bathrooms were extremely clean! I recommend this spot to everyone! Well worth it!
GuideTall pines, the sound of the mighty housatonic river, and some car noise on the nearby 2 lane. The campground is landscaped and maintained beautifully. the highlight is the river, ever-present in sound. The primo sites are on the northern end , where most sites are right on the water, and just a small descent. Bathrooms are good, not great. Showers are push button automatic, water was warm. We have a small RV, the dump site is up the main road about a 1/2 mile in a turnout. Free for campers, on your honor. At office were college aged young men and women in very casual street clothes all very nice, and mannerly, but not very knowledgeable, and hard to believe they could handle an adverse situation. I asked for the soap to be filled in the mens room on Thursday afternoon at 4 and it was still not done at noon the next day. -it’s a 2 minute walk from the office. I asked about a hike, they told me a trail head was a mile up the road. We found a spur directly across the street. I miss real docents, with knowledge, and wearing the garb. All sites not directly on the river side have paths down to get there. Did a nice little moderate hike just across the street called Pine Knob. Nice vista, quick 760ft ascent, combines withe AT for a length, then back down total 3 miles the way we did it. Some nice restaurants in Kent. Found a good breakfast in Goshen. We’ll be going back.
TravelerNot an NPS location as was described. Now a campsite and canoe rental at $77 a night
TravelerArrived at night on a weekday to find two other vehicles parked in the lot, srilll was able to find a fire ring with a level area relatively easy. Very quiet, just the sounds of owls hooting at night. Very nice mixed forest, seems managed well. It is somewhat buggy. But doesn’t seem to be overly infested with ticks at least.
GuideA really nice campground for tenters and dry campers. No hookups, but decent bathrooms, lukewarm showers and well kept. The Housatonic river is wide and shallow but good for soaking on a hot day and right behind pretty much every campsite. The riverside sites have a clear view, the others you walk through the woods. The only negative is Route 7, which gets busy in the mornings, and at rush hours, but quiets down at night. Not a busy highway to begin with, but a major route. A good up and down hike right across the street, 760 ft ascent in a mile or so, 3 mile loop, you see AT through hikers on the portion of the combined trail. There is a drinking water tap you can hook a hose to for filling your RV, or jugs. No dump station. We had our class B here. Sites mostly level. Come during the week for better privacy. Supposedly fly fisherman come on weekends. Cute cabins for rent in a awesome location.
GuideSpent one night here. The park is quiet. The facilities are a little outdated, although they said that newer ones had been built by the marina. I wasn’t up for the 15 minute walk, having just hiked up a mountain. My spot included electrical and water hook ups.
TravelerCampground: fairly secluded, forested, breezy with some wildlife. Small camp store. Ingress/Egress: Tight approach with multiple switchbacks and steep grades - if you’re coming in a towable rig over 36’ you might want to take a solo look first. Sites are oddly arranged and there aren’t any FHU sites. Cell: Verizon in spot C9 had 1-bar; we used Starlink for connectivity. Laundry: 3 washers & 3 dryers: $2.50 each. Dump Station: was close by (across the street) but we didn’t need it for our 3 day stay. Bathhouse: across the street, clean and we used it almost exclusively. Noise: Quiet with some small arms fire, but barely noticeable from our site. Site C9: can be viewed from Google street view site is north of the lake in the horseshoe road- some cabins are viewable as well. Site is gravel with composite picnic table, post metal grill and truck rim fire ring. Water pressure- fluctuated 30psi-50psi: hunted constantly. Cabins: available and in good order. They appear to be older, but still functional- mini log cabins $65/night (primitive-no bathroom)
GuideWe've only stayed overnight at this campground. Roads are all paved, and some sites as well. They stagger the campers so that you don't look right into another camper, which makes it feel like you are camping in the woods.
Lots of trees so watch DVD or OTA television as you likely won't get satellite TV in your rig. Large swimming pool and playground for kids. There is an activity center where you can get something to eat, and sit on the deck to enjoy the scenery.
Sites are level. Staff are friendly. The camp store is large and well stocked in just about anything that you could need.
Enough trees that if you have a large rig and are towing you need to use some care leaving your RV site.
Camping sites near Olivebridge, New York span a diverse forest ecosystem where elevations range from 600 to 2,000 feet throughout the Catskill Forest Preserve. The camping season typically runs mid-May through late October, with higher elevation sites often closing earlier due to unpredictable fall weather conditions. Primitive camping options become significantly more challenging to access after rainfall, when forest roads may become temporarily impassable.
Swimming access: 45-minute drive to North-South Lake Campground's dual lakes, where the swimming areas feature designated beaches with lifeguards during peak season. "I go there almost every year to go swimming with my family and friends and it's always a good time," notes one visitor to North-South Lake Campground.
Rock climbing: Technical routes for all levels at the Shawangunk Gateway Campground area, with both traditional and sport climbing routes. A camper describes it as "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."
Blue Hole swimming: Permit required May-September for the natural swimming area near Peekamoose Valley. "The 'Blue Hole' is amazing and it's quite beautiful to stay right on the creek," explains a visitor to The Peekamoose Valley, though they caution about ticks in the area.
Forest hiking: Direct trail access from multiple campgrounds with varying difficulty levels. A Kenneth L Wilson visitor shared, "Just a stone's throw from NYC, this state campground has lots of wooded sites. Easily accessible, with fire pits, picnic tables and great hiking."
Creek access for cooling off: Shallow water areas provide relief during hot summer days. A camper at Woodland Valley Campground notes, "If you like to camp by water, this is the perfect place for you. It has amazing on the water sites you can camp at, plus a stunning view of the Catskills."
Tent platforms at certain sites: Wooden platforms provide flat, well-drained areas for setting up camp. According to one visitor to Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground, "The nicest, most level tent site you'll ever find. So easy to set up, and no worries whatsoever about roots or rocks."
Communal campfire opportunities: Several campgrounds feature shared fire rings that build community. One camper noted, "They have eliminated fire rings at each site and opted for one, communal fire pit to encourage more social interaction."
Evening quiet at state-run sites: Enforcement of quiet hours helps ensure peaceful nights. A Rip Van Winkle visitor mentioned, "Amazing campground with perfectly spaced large sites. There's a few playgrounds a great pool and a lot of amenities."
Bear activity requires proper precautions: Food storage protocols are strictly enforced at all sites. A camper at Kenneth L Wilson Campground shared a memorable encounter: "It was the wildest weekend I ever had, I'm not being sarcastic. The hiking areas are great, the weather is perfect and the bear was very nice for a bear."
Limited or no shower facilities at primitive sites while established campgrounds offer varying bathroom quality. One camper noted about Woodland Valley, "The facilities are on par with most parks. They are dog friendly, so we took our dog with us on our camping trip in May (she loved it)."
Weekday vs. weekend crowds: Dramatic difference in campground occupancy and noise levels. A Mills Norrie visitor observed, "Campground is empty during the week, and more crowded on weekends. We would return here if in this area again."
Site selection impacts privacy: Research site maps before booking as proximity varies widely. A Kenneth Wilson camper advised, "Campsites are fairly close together with a variety of levels of privacy. Ours allowed you to be pretty far back from the road for more privacy, but some of the other sites were literally next to the road."
Kid-friendly amenities: Jellystone Park in Gardiner offers specialized activities. "This campground is great for kids. It has an event just about every weekend with kid activity," mentions a visitor to Jellystone Park Gardiner.
Swimming for different ages: Pools with shallow areas accommodate younger children. A camper noted, "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."
Playground access: Some sites feature multiple play areas spread throughout. One visitor reported, "This is a very nice campground for families. Has a lot of activities and facilities for campers."
Nature-based activities: Stream exploration keeps kids entertained for hours. A Rondout Valley camper shared, "The creek that runs by the campground is gorgeous, and my kids had fun finding Crayfish."
Site leveling challenges: Prepare for uneven terrain at many locations. A camper at Thousand Trails Rondout Valley noted, "Our site was up front and we didn't venture into the park. We did use the laundry room, which needed some updates, especially some lighting."
Water and electric hookups: Available at select campgrounds but often limited. "Full hookups, tents and cabins to rent. Plenty to do in and around campground. Grounds has a pool, concession stand, game room, playgrounds, sports field and more."
Road access limitations: Some campgrounds have narrow entrance roads. One RVer advised, "The long, narrow, and winding road from Route 28 to Woodland Valley campground should not keep you from camping there!"
Advance reservation requirements: Book early for prime RV sites with hookups. A visitor recommended, "Very easy to level and setup on #7. Full connections. Pay showers and laundry onsite. Loved having gated security."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Olivebridge, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Olivebridge, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 184 campgrounds and RV parks near Olivebridge, NY and 16 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Olivebridge, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Olivebridge, NY is Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 23 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Olivebridge, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 free dispersed camping spots near Olivebridge, NY.
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