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Best Campgrounds near Olivebridge, NY

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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.

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Best Camping Sites Near Olivebridge, New York (178)

    1. Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground

    23 Reviews
    Shokan, NY
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 679-7020

    $22 / night

    "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"

    2. Woodland Valley Campground — DEC

    29 Reviews
    Phoenicia, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 688-7647

    $20 / night

    "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. "

    3. Jellystone Park Gardiner

    32 Reviews
    Gardiner, NY
    17 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."

    4. North-South Lake Campground

    43 Reviews
    Palenville, NY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 589-5058

    $22 - $44 / night

    "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."

    "Had a great time at this campground- surrounded by many returning campers which gave the whole experience a good community vibe. Ice cream truck comes around each evening in the summer."

    5. Thousand Trails Rondout Valley

    13 Reviews
    Accord, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "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."

    6. Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds

    16 Reviews
    Saugerties, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 246-8334

    "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."

    7. Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground

    8 Reviews
    Accord, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 951-4571

    "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."

    8. Mills Norrie State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Staatsburg, NY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 889-4646

    $17 - $102 / night

    "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."

    9. Giant Ledge Primitive Camp

    6 Reviews
    Big Indian, NY
    13 miles

    "You will see a yellow little circle sign on a tree with a tent on it, a short distance down that side trail there is the site. It has rock benches and a fire pit. Primitive."

    "However the descriptions of this place in reviews here and elsewhere provided very little info and once I got out to the trail realized how different it was to what I expected."

    10. The Peekamoose Valley

    6 Reviews
    Claryville, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 256-3076

    "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)."

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  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Little Pond Campground

    Small sites and no service

    I didn’t hate this campground, but I won’t be going back.

    It’s a nice campground and perfect for single/family camping. I would not choose this location if I were taking a group of people. The sites are on the smaller side and many have slanted entrances.

    The campground is kept clean and the bathrooms were tidy. The campground is in bear country so you have to be mindful about leaving food out when you’re not at the site or asleep.

    There is a pond and there’s kayaks, canoes, etc for rent. The beach area is clean and the water is clear. I was there middle of August and the water was not cold and quite comfortable. There are some water front sites that you can use to access the water with a boat or paddle board.

    Cell service is non existent and they have a pay phone near the entrance booth where you can use to make/receive phone calls. It’s a 20 min drive back into town to get cell service. That’s a non- starter for me. It would be beneficial if they had service near the entrance at least for people to check in with Family.

  • Joe M.
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Peaceful Valley Campsite

    STAY FAR AWAY!!!

    Stay clear!  Owner is a rude, nasty, vile human being!  He doesn’t care about paying costumers, they are a nuisance to him!  He overcharges customers constantly.  Cabins and bathrooms are filthy.  0 stars

  • Janine D.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Kittatinny Campground

    Not worth the money or time

    If we could rate this a 0 we would.  We were expecting a weekend of kayaking and relaxation when in fact we got an overcrowded, noisy and dirty weekend that was overpriced.  I will give the river a 10, it was beautiful, welcoming and refreshing in the warm sun.  We arrived at about 8:00 in the evening with several camps blaring different genre of music, not a problem, considering we still like it as loud as possible sometimes, but it didn't end at quiet time, it continue until well over midnight.  The campsites are so close together it was like being packed into a sardine can.  The campsite across the pathway didn't have their dog on a lead and we woke up with a pile of dog excrement next to our trailer, that was a howdy-do morning for ya.  We were super excited to take our kayaks out on the river, paddle up stream and float down with our pup, but we were told that we couldn't launch from this location.  (What kind of crap is that)  This location was a receiving location only and "absolutely no launching" was allowed.  If you are looking for a party spot to come with your friends, this is definitely the place for you!  If your looking for a chill place to camp next to the river where you can tube, kayak and enjoy your peaceful weekend, this is NOT the place.  The amount of money we spent for 2 nights was outrageous for such a sucky weekend, will not be going back!

  • Olivia K.
    Aug. 1, 2025

    Never Sink Hideaway

    Full of Trash

    I just arrived at this location and it is filled with trash. Do NOT book here. There are houses right behind and it’s just off the side of a dirt road. The river isn’t even visible.

  • B
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Foothills

    Nice place

    Foothills is a great choice for families or groups of friends who want to immerse themselves in nature with many gentle amenities and relaxing spaces.

  • 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.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Alander Trail Camground — Mount Washington State Forest

    Amazing Dispersed Camping

    Absolutely love this spot and highly recommend if you’re looking for a super private, true primitive camping experience. You have to park at the entrance and hike in about 1.5-2 miles with everything on your back to get to the spots. Once you get there, theres quite a few sites to choose from and each offer quite a bit or privacy. It’s completely free and it usually isn’t too busy since most people don’t like having to carry all their stuff in that far. You will be in the heart of the forest/woods so definitely make sure to be prepared. We had some scares with coyotes and bears in the past but never anything crazy. They give you a semi-flat area for a tent, a fire pit and grill rack, one picnic table, and a bear box you would be sharing with other campers nearby

  • Brittany V.
    Jul. 3, 2025

    Tri-State RV Park

    No frills layover spot

    This place is unique by location alone! We stopped for two nights on our way to CT. They have an onsite buffet with live entertainment if your timing is right. They are also located right on a river that you can easily access by foot. They have a decent laundry facility and full hook ups. No frills at the site but perfect for the commuting RVers just looking for somewhere safe to sleep for the night.

Guide to Olivebridge

Camping near Olivebridge, New York, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're into hiking, fishing, or just relaxing in nature, there’s something for everyone.

What to do

  • Hiking: The area is known for its scenic trails. Many campers enjoy the nearby Kaaterskill Falls, which is described as a "short, easy trail" but can get crowded quickly. Another popular spot is the trail to the Mountain House Site, which offers a bit more incline.
  • Fishing: If you love fishing, check out the Beaverkill stream, which is renowned for fly fishing. Campers at Little Pond - DEC mentioned, "Close to the Beaverkill and lots of great fly fishing."
  • Swimming: Many campgrounds have lakes with swimming areas. Campers at North-South Lake Campground enjoyed the two lakes available for swimming, saying, "There are two nice lakes with beaches."

What campers like

  • Natural Beauty: Campers rave about the stunning scenery. One reviewer at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC said, "Gorgeous. There was a brook not far from our campsite, and it was really peaceful."
  • Privacy: Many sites are well-spaced, allowing for a more secluded experience. A camper at Kenneth L Wilson Campground noted, "While some of the spots were fairly close together, they seem more spread out than in other Catskill camping sites."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers appreciate helpful staff. A review for Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner highlighted, "The staff were friendly and helpful."

What you should know

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A camper at North-South Lake Campground mentioned, "There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged."
  • Bear Activity: Bears are known to roam in the area. Campers at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC warned, "There’s a lot of bear activity here, so constantly cleaning up your food is very important."
  • Facilities Vary: Some campgrounds have older facilities. A review for Margaret Norrie State Park Campground noted, "The restrooms are small but pretty clean by state park standards."

Tips for camping with families

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. Campers at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner said, "This place is so much fun. My whole family loved the activities."
  • Choose Weekdays: If you want a quieter experience, consider camping during the week. One camper at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds mentioned, "It was quiet at night. Lots to do for kids."
  • Pack for Rain: Be prepared for wet weather. A camper at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC advised, "Bring extra tarps and rope!"

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds noted, "We were assured that it would fit. It did—technically."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need amenities, choose campgrounds with full hookups. Campers at Thousand Trails Rondout Valley appreciated the "clean bathrooms and the campground itself is pretty quiet."
  • Be Ready for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have narrow roads. A camper at Rondout Valley RV Campground mentioned, "The roads are worn dirt and look more like a refugee camp to me."

Camping near Olivebridge, New York, has its quirks, but with the right preparation, you can enjoy a fantastic outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Olivebridge, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Olivebridge, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 178 campgrounds and RV parks near Olivebridge, NY and 14 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 14 free dispersed camping spots near Olivebridge, NY.

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