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Best Campgrounds near Rhinebeck, NY

706 Reviews

Campers looking for spots near Rhinebeck have several good options within driving distance. North-South Lake Campground draws many people with its Catskill Mountain setting and network of hiking trails that start right from the camping area. Taconic State Park's Falls Area has both swimming spots and good fishing, which keeps families busy during summer stays. You can reach most campgrounds around Rhinebeck on regular roads that don't require special vehicles. When hiking from camp, bring decent shoes since many trails have rocks and roots that can trip you up. Check if you need permits before planning activities like fishing or hiking in certain areas. Fire rules change throughout the year - rangers often ban campfires during dry spells in late summer. Most Rhinebeck-area campgrounds limit stays to two weeks so spots turn over regularly. Book ahead if you're coming between Memorial Day and Labor Day since the Hudson Valley gets busy with weekend campers from NYC. The camping around Rhinebeck works well for both active hikers and people who just want to relax by the water.

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Best Camping Sites Near Rhinebeck, New York (169)

    1. Mills Norrie State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Staatsburg, NY
    6 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."

    2. North-South Lake Campground

    43 Reviews
    Palenville, NY
    20 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."

    3. Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds

    16 Reviews
    Saugerties, NY
    13 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."

    4. Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground

    23 Reviews
    Shokan, NY
    17 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"

    5. Interlake RV Park & Campground

    5 Reviews
    Rhinebeck, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 584-3729

    $46 - $60 / night

    "Close to FDR home and library...a must to see. Quaint towns nearby."

    "With that you get free wi-fi, a heated pool, a lake for fishing and boating, a game room and snack bar, movies, other sports, and the security of a gated entrance."

    6. Jellystone Park Gardiner

    32 Reviews
    Gardiner, NY
    22 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."

    7. Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Ancramdale, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 851-3631

    $17 - $195 / night

    "The campground has a lake with boat rentals. Late night, stargazing over the lake is a great pastime, because the water is calm and the light pollution is low."

    "We decided on Lake Taghkanic. Lake Taghkanic State Park was not a long drive from NYC, maybe 2 hours. The campsite was very clean and maintained."

    8. Woodland Valley Campground — DEC

    29 Reviews
    Phoenicia, NY
    25 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. "

    9. Thousand Trails Rondout Valley

    13 Reviews
    Accord, NY
    20 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."

    10. Rustic Lean-To

    1 Review
    Stanfordville, NY
    7 miles
    +1 (484) 529-8957

    $43 - $45 / night

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  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area

    West Point

    No frills but beautiful. Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only. Will return! Staff is friendly and helpful. Military families should check it out!

  • Tamar W.
    Sep. 22, 2025

    The Peekamoose Valley

    Not all sites open

    Despite current info posted online and even at the Lower Field site, not all sites are open. Only the Lower Field site is open. We walked down the hill, across the bridge, and looked at a few sites in each direction. It was walk-in only and about a 5-10 minute walk to the first site. The setting was nice, close to the creek, with a stone fire ring at each. You can see the folks in the next site but there’s quite a bit of privacy. There wasn’t much wood laying around to make a fire, so plan ahead. The ports potties are in the parking lot so it’s likely that you won’t make the trek up to them. Make sure you know the rules about how far away from the water you should pee and whatnot. I believe it’s on the info sign nearby. We have a roof top tent and we were stopping in the middle of a long drive so we just waited until dark and popped it in the parking lot and then left in the morning but I don’t think you’re supposed to do that. FYI they empty the dumpsters at 4am on Monday and then do the ports potties at 7am. Yay.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Skyway Camping Resort

    One night stoo

    Nice well maintained park, full hookups with cable and wifi. Office forgot to give us wifi info and had closed early. Very nice staff.

  • 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.

  • Nicole G.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Tolland State Forest Campground

    Great Lakeside Campground

    This was only my second camping trip ever (and first tent camping) so grain of salt here - We had a great time at Tolland. The site was spacious and equipped with a bear box, fire ring, and picnic table. The ground at the site was large gravel which was not great in the tent, but walking around it looks like most sites are more dirt and pine needles.

    The swimming area is small but sandy, great for kids, and my daughter loved thethe campfire and nature talk given on Saturday night by park staff.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Pittsfield State Forest Campground

    A lovely park and campground

    July 2025. We stayed in site #36.  It had plenty of room for our 4 person tent, kitchen tent and car.  The ground was all gravel to took some time to remove the bigger ones from under the tent.  The sites were close to each other but enough vegetation around to have a little privacy.  The bath house was great.  Four private shower rooms (2 for men, 2 for women).  They also had outdoor showers and a dish washing station.  There was also an information area.   Staff cleaned daily.  There were many hiking trails.  The loop took us to the top where there was a beautiful view.  We will be coming back.

Guide to Rhinebeck

Camping near Rhinebeck, New York, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails in the area. Campers at North-South Lake Campground mention that the hiking trails can be challenging but rewarding, with beautiful views of the Catskills. One reviewer noted, "The Catskills are very scenic, and we enjoyed our time there!"
  • Fishing: The nearby Beaverkill stream is famous for fly fishing. Campers at Little Pond - DEC appreciate the fishing opportunities, with one stating, "Close to the Beaverkill and lots of great fly fishing."
  • Swimming: Many campgrounds have access to lakes or ponds. At Taconic Falls Area - Taconic State Park, visitors enjoy swimming and relaxing by the water, with one camper saying, "The swimming there felt really clean, and I loved the dock."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers at Kenneth L. Wilson Campground rave about the cleanliness of the bathrooms and showers. One reviewer mentioned, "The bathrooms were very clean and new, and the showers were free and temperature controlled."
  • Friendly staff: Many campers appreciate the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park said, "The staff was fantastic and very accommodating."
  • Privacy: Campers at Clarence Fahnestock State Park enjoy the privacy of the sites. One reviewer noted, "Each of the campsites in our loop has a lot of foliage around it, creating privacy between you and the site next to you."

What you should know:

  • Limited cell service: Many campgrounds, like North-South Lake Campground, have little to no cell service. A camper mentioned, "There is NO cell service, and just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged."
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially bears. Campers at Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park reported bear activity, with one saying, "Saw some bears up close."
  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park noted, "There is a lot of noise, a lot of people, and not much enforcement of the rules."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose quieter times: If you want a peaceful experience, consider camping during the week. Campers at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC found mid-week visits to be much quieter, with one saying, "It was really peaceful when we visited in the middle of the week."
  • Plan activities: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids, like playgrounds. Campers at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner enjoyed the activities, with one parent stating, "This place is so much fun. My whole family loved the activities."
  • Pack snacks: Some campgrounds have limited food options nearby. A camper at Clarence Fahnestock State Park suggested, "Bring a tablecloth for the picnic tables, as they can be disgusting."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure to choose a site that fits your RV. A reviewer at Kenneth L. Wilson Campground mentioned, "Careful which site you choose; some sites are grouped in open areas."
  • Be prepared for no hookups: Many campgrounds, like North-South Lake Campground, do not offer electric hookups. One camper noted, "North South Lake has no electricity."
  • Plan for waste disposal: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. Campers at Little Pond - DEC appreciated the convenience, stating, "There is a dump station and recycling center."

Camping near Rhinebeck, New York, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What campgrounds are available in Rhinebeck, NY?

While Rhinebeck itself has limited camping options, the surrounding Hudson Valley area offers excellent alternatives. Interlake RV Park & Campground is one of the closest options to Rhinebeck, offering both drive-in and boat-in access with full amenities including water, toilets, and big rig accommodation. Just a short drive away, Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground provides a more natural setting with access to Canopus Lake for swimming, fishing, and boating. The campground gets busy on weekends, so advance reservations are recommended, especially during peak summer months. Most campgrounds in the region are open from late spring through early fall, with some offering extended shoulder seasons depending on weather conditions.

What family-friendly campgrounds can I find near Rhinebeck, NY?

Families camping near Rhinebeck have several excellent options. North-South Lake Campground in the Catskills is one of New York's larger public campgrounds with well-spaced sites and a huge lake perfect for swimming and water activities. The campground is particularly great for families, though it's best to avoid holidays if you prefer fewer crowds. Another family-friendly option is Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds, which offers two private lakes for fishing (river fishing requires a New York State license), playgrounds, basketball courts, a swimming pool, and even a remote control car track. Both campgrounds provide the perfect mix of natural beauty and recreational amenities to keep children entertained throughout your stay.

Are there RV camping options near Rhinebeck, NY?

RV campers visiting Rhinebeck have several accommodating options in the surrounding area. Spacious Skies Woodland Hills offers both back-in and pull-through sites for RVs, with staff known to be accommodating for last-minute site changes if needed. This campground is particularly pleasant in the spring before the summer crowds arrive. Another excellent option is Thousand Trails Rondout Valley near Accord, which features drive-in access with water and toilet facilities specifically designed for big rigs. Most RV parks in the region provide hookups, though amenities and site sizes vary. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak season from late spring through early fall when the Hudson Valley attracts numerous visitors.

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