The Catskill region surrounding Rock Hill, New York sits at elevations ranging from 1,100 to 3,000 feet, creating diverse microclimates for camping. RV camping near Rock Hill offers access to both mountainous terrain and river valleys within a 30-mile radius. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-85°F with higher humidity levels than western mountain campsites.
What to do
Fishing access: Timothy Lake South provides proximity to several fishing spots in the Pocono region. "Simple Campground - nice lay out albeit as with many campgrounds, the spaces are quite close together. With a sparse population in the winter, it made for a great spot for a work stay," notes a winter visitor at Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South.
Delaware River recreation: The waterfront location at Soaring Eagle Campground offers direct river activities. "Great river based location(Delaware River) bathhouse was very clean, very rustic, sites are huge, plenty of room for 2+ family campers," reports a reviewer at Soaring Eagle Campground, who also noted the large sites can accommodate extended family setups.
Farm animals: The working farm setting at Pleasant Acres includes interactive animal experiences. "The farm has goats, a donkey, and a pony within the campground. Very cool. Weekend was busy as usual but during the week it seems to be seasonal that stay," according to a camper at Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort, highlighting the dual appeal for weekend visitors and longer-term seasonal campers.
What campers like
Spacious wooded sites: Rondout Valley offers substantial separation between camping areas. "This is what I want for a Catskill campground. It is not a concrete pad haven and yes, there is mud. Our site was even and easy to level on. Lots of locals and summer residents," notes a visitor at Thousand Trails Rondout Valley.
Accessible recreation facilities: Jellystone Park provides multiple water-based activities for diverse age groups. "Our family enjoyed it! My kids are between the ages of 14 - 4. They all had smiles on their faces. There's a fun splash park with water slides and 2 pools, restaurant onsite, clean bathrooms and showers. Our RV site was private, surround by trees with a nice fire pit and picnic table," writes a family at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.
Natural wildlife viewing: Mountain Top RV Park offers evening animal sightings. "It will be beautiful when they're finished. The best part was at dusk when the animals came out!" mentions a reviewer at Mountain Top RV Park, indicating the developing nature of this campground alongside its wildlife viewing opportunities.
What you should know
Winter operations: Black Bear RV Park maintains year-round access but with service limitations. "We are returning to the south after spending a couple months of fall in New England. This was our first stop and primarily chosen because it was one of the few places along our route that was open for RVs in the off season. They currently only accept reservations over the phone," explains a winter camper who encountered water service issues at some sites.
Cell service variations: Coverage remains inconsistent throughout the region. "Cell service is awful for AT&T and our T-Mobile gateway. Had to move to a new site to get away from the trees to get starlink connectivity," reports a visitor at Timothy Lake South. Similarly, another camper noted, "The cell service for most providers is practically non-existent."
Garbage disposal policies: Some campgrounds require guests to transport trash considerable distances. "The garbage situation was the worst. Most campsites have a service, they tell you to leave it at a specific location by a certain time or they have many garbage cans throughout. This place had their garbage and recycling very far away," explains a camper at Pleasant Acres who relied on another family with a vehicle to dispose of waste.
Tips for camping with families
Pool and water amenities: Family-oriented facilities provide essential summer cooling options. "Our 21 month old had the time of his life here! The resorts is decked out with 2 playgrounds, a splash park, kiddie pool, family pool and hot tub. They have activities on the weekends with Yogi the mascot such as wagon rides, dance parties, arts n crafts," notes a visitor with a toddler at Jellystone Park.
Transportation within larger campgrounds: Consider rentals for easier movement. "Make sure you reserve a golf cart if you stay during the weekend- it's a must have to get from place to place and our little guy loved it!" recommends a family who stayed at Jellystone Park with a young child, emphasizing both the practical and recreational value of on-site transportation.
Children's supervision levels: Resident families may follow different protocols than visiting campers. "This resort campground is composed of mainly residents, the rules (we observed) apply to the overnight campers, not the residents. Children of the residents run free all day and past curfew in the evenings unsupervised," notes a visitor at Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Off-season water systems: Winter camping requires additional preparation. "Unfortunately at this site, the heated water pipe was broken so we had no water for the night. I imagine that camping here during the regular season is a much better experience. As it seems to be rare to find open campgrounds for winter camping, this is probably a good option," advises a winter visitor at Black Bear RV Park.
Water pressure management: Some parks deliver unusually high pressure. "Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi," cautions an RVer at Timothy Lake South, implying the need for pressure regulators when connecting to these water sources.
Highway proximity considerations: Several parks offer convenient access at the expense of noise. "Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot. Restrooms are clean. Not much else to say about this CG, is just a parking lot with hookups," explains a reviewer at Tri-State RV Park, highlighting the tradeoff between accessibility and ambient noise.
