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Camping near Pine Island, New York ranges from full-hookup RV parks to primitive tent sites, with options spanning a 30-mile radius across state parks, state forests, and private campgrounds. Harriman State Park's Beaver Pond Campground, located about 25 miles east, offers tent and RV sites with electric hookups and shower facilities. High Point State Park Campground in nearby Sussex, New Jersey provides lakeside camping with walk-in sites that afford greater privacy. The region includes both public and private campgrounds, with Stokes State Forest offering year-round camping and access to the Appalachian Trail. Kittatinny Campground in Milford, Pennsylvania accommodates larger groups with 348 sites and full hookups for RVs, while smaller operations like Black Bear RV Park provide year-round camping options closer to Pine Island.
Camping permits and reservations are essential during the peak season from April through October when most campgrounds operate at full capacity. As one camper noted, "Weekends at these parks are FULL! Make sure to reserve at least two weeks out. Weekdays? You should be in luck!" Wildlife encounters, particularly bears, require proper food storage at all campgrounds in the region. Many sites have fire rings with cooking grates, though firewood restrictions may apply. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with better coverage at developed campgrounds and limited to no service in more remote locations. Elevation changes across the region create microclimates, with higher areas experiencing cooler temperatures even during summer months.
Lakeside sites receive consistently positive reviews from visitors, with one camper reporting, "The sites were large and spread out, and we felt like we had a good amount of privacy." Proximity to water features is a common highlight in camper experiences. During fall, the area transforms with vibrant foliage, making it particularly popular for weekend trips from New York City. Weekday visitors often report more peaceful experiences than weekend campers. Facilities vary widely between campgrounds, from primitive sites with pit toilets to full-service RV parks with laundry facilities. Hikers appreciate the extensive trail networks, particularly in Stokes State Forest where "there are trail heads near the campsites and longer trails, including access to the Appalachian Trail within a short 10-15 minute drive."
"There are about 40 to 50 sites around Sawmill Lake. Many of these sites , like ours, are walk in sites (about a 50 yard walk) that sit lakeside."
"_The campground at High Point State Park has 50 spacious tent sites, many with direct lake access, located in a wooded area surrounding Saw Mill Lake."
from $5 - $20 / night
Check Availability"A few of my friends stayed at Kittatinny Canoes River Beach Campsites recently, and while the location is fantastic for river enthusiasts, there are some areas that could use improvement. "
"With over 160 sites spread across 18 acres, campers can choose from wooded, open field, or riverfront locations, all equipped with essential amenities like electric hookups, fresh drinking water, and picnic"
from $75 - $400 / night
Check Availability"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 $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability"We stayed at the campsite at Lake Ocquittunk Area. Campsite was very spacious and had a platform where we were able to fit two tents. There was plenty of space on the site for more tents."
"* Water and dumpsters are within walking distance, or if you are not up to walking you can just take a short drive to fill up and dispose of your trash
- There are outhouses scattered around, or if"
from $7 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Have stayed here several times - great location and nice, full hook-up sites. Back-in and pull through sites and can accommodate large rigs. A little expensive but everything is included."
from $82 - $95 / night
Check Availability"And also no garbage anywhere near the RV sites! Rv sites were mostly pretty flat, spacious and in a wooded area which we loved."
"Important to not miss: the amazingly beautiful miniature horse that wonders around its huge pin located in the middle of the campground."
"It’s close to the highway, so there’s a lot of noise. But, the people are very friendly and helpful. It’s a wonderful place to stay when you’re going on a long trip and need a place to rest."
"Next to grocery store. CLEAN bathrooms, showers, laundry. Super nice owners. Perfect for an overnight stop. Yes, right off the hwy and you can hear it. At the end of a road, so I felt safe."
"It is off the beaten path without any running water or showers within walking distance."
"Fantastic loop hike near some amazing hidden lakes. One downside is there were obviously people who had visited and didn't understand what LEAVE NO TRACE means. We'll bring a trashbag next time."
"It's beautiful and quiet, and close to beautiful hiking trails, lakes, and other outdoor recreation opportunities."
"Website lists water hook ups at long distances but they have hose reels to help with that. Our site (15) said 75' however the 50' hose reel made it to our rv connection."
"Some of the sites are literally on the road - stay away from the sites on the same side of the road as the pond. "
from $41 - $375 / night
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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.
ScoutNice campground, bathrooms are clean but dated, first come first serve for the sites.
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
GuideDefinitely a wide variety of sites—look at the site pictures before booking—there are two areas where it’s just an open field with bonfires and picnic tables that I’d avoid. I could see a large group going there or something but personally it doesn’t offer any privacy.
BUT if you book one of the other sites that DOES have privacy you’ll be in camping heaven. The “hike in” sites are more like “walk-in,” I was worried at first but it’s some are as little as a few yards from the road. The most annoying part was lugging the cooler back and forth, but totally worth it
GuideBooked the day before—even on the holiday weekend! Just 1.5 hours outside of NYC, site was a bit close to the neighbors (fire pit was very far back and basically in the neighbors’ campsite, but we put up a “privacy clothesline” and hung a tarp over it for a bit of extra coverage.
The staff was friendly and helpful, they said it was the busiest they’ve seen the campground all year (there were lots of large groups but everyone seemed to settle down by 9:30pm
Poison ivy was EVERYWHERE at our site so make sure to stick to the open areas and the paths. Lots of families around, we felt very safe Bathrooms were fine—it was my impression they’re usually cleaner but the high traffic of the weekend left a bit to be desired, (lots of families around=dirty diapers in the bathroom trash bin) but it’s camping! I’m not gonna argue w a flushing toilet!
TravelerThis area seems to be devoid of campgrounds except for this one. It’s basically just a large parking lot with hook ups. Completely open, which is great for Starlink. Bathrooms were slightly above average; fairly clean and places to hang clothes for your shower. Has a laundry but be sure to bring quarters. It is about 100 yards from the interstate so you’ll get a lot of noise and diesel exhaust fumes.
RangerWe camped here in our pop up for our Anniversary in November. We were impressed with the cleanliness and available amenities for the time of year we were camping in! Close proximity to DWG and PA AND NJ attractions.
RangerWe booked a cabin at the last minute and were pleasantly surprised that the cabin had heat and electricity! It was very close to the awesome heated bathroom also! We were also able to catch a beautiful sunset! Great camp all around!
Campsites near Pine Island, New York often experience microclimate variations due to the region's position between the Kittatinny Mountains and Wawayanda highlands. Temperature differences of 5-10 degrees can occur between valley and ridge camping areas, with morning fog common in lower elevations from April through September. Bear activity increases in summer months, requiring proper food storage at all campgrounds within a 30-mile radius of Pine Island.
Hiking to scenic overlooks: Several trails within Mahlon Dickerson Reservation lead to panoramic viewpoints of the surrounding valleys. "There are trail heads near the campsites and longer trails... Make sure to visit Headley overlook and hike the awesome trials that surround the campsites!" reports a visitor to Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.
Wildlife observation: Morning hours (5-8am) offer the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the less-trafficked camping areas. A camper at Wawayanda State Park notes, "Fantastic loop hike near some amazing hidden lakes. One downside is there were obviously people who had visited and didn't understand what LEAVE NO TRACE means. We'll bring a trashbag next time."
Water activities: Multiple lakes within the region permit non-motorized watercraft from sunrise to sunset during summer months. "I spent two nights camping with my niece and this campground was perfect... We fit in a hike up to the Appalachian Trail from our campsite, swam at the pond (Lake Marcia), and got in a fishing session at Steeny Kill Lake," shares one visitor about High Point State Park.
Privacy between sites: Campgrounds with more woodland separation receive higher ratings from visitors. "The campground was clean and quiet. RV hook-ups, tent platforms, and rustic tent sites were available. Our rustic tent site had a few good options for pitching a tent, as well as picnic table and fire ring," notes a camper at Beaver Pond Campground.
Clean facilities: Restroom and shower maintenance varies widely across the region's campgrounds. "Bathroom and showers were clean and well stocked," reports a visitor at Tri-State RV Park, while another camper at a different location mentions, "Sites came with a bear proof bin for garbage and fire ring. Very comfortable site, quiet but still with plenty of amenities. Bathrooms and shower were all single stall and very clean, only a 5 min walk from our site."
Accessible water features: Proximity to swimming or fishing spots within walking distance adds significant value. At Stokes State Forest, "We stayed on a beautiful mossy bank, next to a river and a lake. The area was quiet and peaceful, and areas with waterfalls and great views were easily accessable."
Bear safety protocols: All campgrounds in the region require proper food storage. "Welcome to Bear Mountain" grumbles the park ranger as he sits in complete darkness! He is in his ranger hut, checking in the late evening arrivals to the campground... and gives us the run down on bear activity in the area," shares a visitor at Beaver Pond.
Cell service limitations: Coverage drops significantly in valley campgrounds and along forest roads. One Black Bear RV Park visitor notes, "I can hear distant cars from time to time but, not like highway sounds. Bathrooms for our area looks well kept outside, but, closed due to covid."
Reservation timing: Most campgrounds require bookings 2-4 weeks in advance for summer weekends, with less planning needed for weekday stays. "Campsite 44 for just one night... I like our area it is quiet and the campground. Lady was very nice on the phone never saw her, cautious, understood," mentions a camper about their experience.
Platform tent sites: Several campgrounds feature raised wooden platforms for tent placement. "Campsites are a bit rocky, but you can find some that have a little bit of grass. Most of the campsites were very rocky, but you can find some that have a little bit of grass," explains a visitor at Stokes State Forest.
Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play areas or scheduled events. At Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort, "This place was so fun for the entire family, it wasn't that busy, so we didn't really have to worry all the time about the kids getting ran over! The park ranger person came through and gave the kids cool posters, and just made it a very fun place for all the kids."
Animal encounters: Several campgrounds feature farm animals that children can observe or interact with under supervision. "The farm has goats, a donkey, and a pony within the campground. Very cool," reports a visitor to Pleasant Acres.
Swimming options: Lakes with designated swimming areas and lifeguard supervision provide safer water recreation for families with children. "The beach is secured with lifeguards and shower and bathroom facilities are available," notes one visitor about a nearby swimming area.
Noise considerations: Family campsites often have earlier quiet hours than group sites. "Weekday visitors often report more peaceful experiences than weekend campers," with one camper noting, "During the week it was great. Ranger said that during summer weekends the grounds fill up and can be quite noisy, but mid-week during the off-season it was great."
Site leveling challenges: Many RV sites in the region require leveling blocks due to uneven terrain. A visitor to Kittatinny Campground mentions, "Great campground for all types, many different areas to camp, zipline is a lot of fun and so is rafting."
Water hookup distances: Some campgrounds have shared water spigots requiring long hoses. "Website lists water hook ups at long distances but they have hose reels to help with that. Our site (15) said 75' however the 50' hose reel made it to our rv connection," notes a camper at Mahlon Dickerson.
Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds provide on-site dump stations, requiring planning for longer stays. "Easy to navigate our 38 ft. RV. Easy to dump and fill. Peaceful. Close to train to N.Y. City," shares another RVer about their experience at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.
Winter camping options: Limited year-round RV sites are available within 30 miles of Pine Island. "Rita who helped make our reservation is a treasure. Extremely helpful! Basic sites with full hookups for about $80 a night," explains a winter visitor to Black Bear RV Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Pine Island, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Pine Island, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 202 campgrounds and RV parks near Pine Island, NY and 6 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Pine Island, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Pine Island, NY is High Point State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 24 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Pine Island, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Pine Island, NY.
What parks are near Pine Island, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 parks near Pine Island, NY that allow camping, notably Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreation River.
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