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    Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area in Greentown, Pennsylvania accommodates horse owners with electric and water hookups for tent and RV camping. The campground, rated 5 stars by visitors, provides toilets and showers in a dedicated equestrian section of Promised Land State Park. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings where fires are permitted. Bear Spring Mountain in Downsville, New York also welcomes horses with tent and RV camping options. The campground features drinking water, electric hookups, and sanitary facilities. Small pond fishing opportunities complement the equestrian experience. Expect to smell horses throughout certain sections of the campground.

    Trails at Bear Spring Mountain offer extensive riding opportunities through classic Catskills wilderness. Endless hiking paths connect to horseback riding routes with streams along the way. The campground maintains sites with picnic tables and fire rings where fires are allowed. Both locations require reservations, particularly during peak summer months when equestrian sites fill quickly. Bear Spring Mountain operates from mid-May through late August with standard state park amenities. Sites remain clean and private with moderate spacing between camping areas. Horse owners should bring their own feed and equipment as specialized equestrian supplies may not be available at either location.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Roscoe (8)

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      1. Bear Spring Mountain — DEC

      4.4(7)15mi from Roscoe35 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Went here with some friends who had never been outside NYC before. They were absolutely blown away. For me, it was a nice site but not exceptional. Bring or rent a kayak!"

      "I drove to NYC for a business trip and ended up driving 1 and a half hour to reach this place. I always carry a tent in the back of my trunk and decided to go camping."

      from $18 - $40 / night

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      2. Keen Lake Resort Campground

      4.4(29)34mi from RoscoeRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I stayed on a lakeside electric/water site for 5 nights in August 2020.  It was SO BEAUTIFUL.  We had SUPs and kayaks to take on the lake and our sites were right next to the boat launch. "

      "We didn’t have a view of the lake, instead we were in someone’s back yard lol. It wasn’t a big deal. The site was well maintained and flat which were the most important."

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      3. North-South Lake Campground

      4.5(44)48mi from Roscoe214 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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

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      4. Lackawanna State Park Campground

      4.4(18)49mi from Roscoe109 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails."

      "The sites were a little close to each other and where we were in the park was a mixed use area. So we had an RV next to us with the Genny running all day."

      from $20 - $79 / night

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      5. Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area — Promised Land State Park

      4.5(6)46mi from Roscoe101 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "3 hour drive from NYC, and a wonderful campsite with good weather in the summer - not too hot during the day and nice and cool overnight."

      "We stayed in lower lake beechwood site 323. Was decent site only downside was fire pit area was very un-level for camping chairs, otherwise it’s a nice wooded site with privacy."

      from $31 - $33 / night

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      6. Betty Brook Camp

      4.5(2)45mi from RoscoeRVs, Tents

      "I live near this campground. I'm about a mile away and I pass it every day. It is rather remote, but it is right along West kill road."

      7. Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area — Promised Land State Park

      5.0(1)46mi from Roscoe6 sitesRVs, Tents

      from $29 / night

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      8. Artisan Hill Farm & Studio

      Be the first to review34mi from RoscoeTents

      from $20 - $40 / night

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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Roscoe, NY

    109 Reviews of 8 Roscoe Campgrounds

    • Cynthia K.
      Aug. 29, 2024

      North-South Lake Campground

      New York

      We were on a 5 state East Coast camping trip. 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. Thursday & Friday it was Neverending rain & wind. Saturday was the nice day.

      North South Lake has no electricity. The sites are almost all beautiful, tucked in under shady trees. Not a good way to try out our solar panel! Some are by a stream. A few are by the lake. This is a tent campers paradise. New York tent campers are hard core camping during Tropical Storm Debbie!

       There are 7 loops. We were in loop 2. Site 85. There are some sites with an incline down to the site. That might give some rvs trouble. It did for us & I had to be driven out of the campground to call 911. Thank you Mary!! It all ended well & we got a different site.

       There are bears that visit the campground & one came one of the nights & visited our camping neighbor's site. They showed us a picture- it was a large black bear. 

      Generators are allowed for 5 hours & they tell you when you can use them. 

      The bathrooms/showers are state park clean- which means not very.

       There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged.

      This is a hiking park & for this middle aged overweight flatlander they are pretty strenuous. Kaaterskill Falls is an exception - short, easy trail, but the parking fills up quickly. Then they close it! You'll have to take a shuttle to get in.

      The trail to the Mountain House Site is also pretty easy, with more of an incline.

      There's 2 nice lakes with beaches. 

      The Catskills are very scenic& we enjoyed our time there!

    • Tara L.
      May. 21, 2018

      North-South Lake Campground

      NYS camping.

      North South lake is one of the larger public camp grounds in New York. The sites are well spaced out. Great for families. The lake is huge.

      Avoid holidays to avoid the crowds.

    • MThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jun. 4, 2026

      North-South Lake Campground

      scenic campground

      This is a truly beautiful and scenic campground, easily one of the best places we have visited in New York State. The campsites are well laid out, the surroundings are stunning, and the entire campground is very clean and well maintained. We visited in October, and it was pleasantly uncrowded, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The peaceful atmosphere and beautiful fall scenery made for a perfect camping trip. I'm not sure how busy it gets during the peak summer season, but our autumn visit was fantastic. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back.

    • Amber A.
      Jul. 31, 2016

      Bear Spring Mountain — DEC

      Classic catskills

      Went here with some friends who had never been outside NYC before. They were absolutely blown away. For me, it was a nice site but not exceptional. Bring or rent a kayak! There is some pretty serious hiking on site and nearby. There was a lot of horse activity but I don’t know if you can hire them here. Lots of wildlife! There are two areas for camping, check out both though one smells kind of like a barn. Site was typical of state park campgrounds, all up to expectations. Obey bear rules!

    • n
      Oct. 22, 2021

      North-South Lake Campground

      Beautiful grounds but…

      Gorgeous campgrounds, friendly staff, and spectacular facilities. Loved that trailheads are walking distance from the sites. But we felt very close to campers next to us, not a lot of shrubbery between sites to feel somewhat private. Fire pits are very nice but more catered to cooking instead of being able to sit around in a circle. Also, we picked a site hoping we’d have a nice view of the lake but it’s hard to see from the site and a good walk away. Overall, beautiful grounds but I’d take less facilities to have a more “woodsy” vibe but that’s just my preference!

    • Lena L.
      Jun. 14, 2018

      North-South Lake Campground

      Family friendly

      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. Sites are tucked away in the trees for privacy. We set up our 6 person tent and two hammocks comfortably. Long walk to the beach from our site but enjoyable anyway. Nice little hiking trails nearby.

    • k
      Jun. 17, 2016

      Bear Spring Mountain — DEC

      Bear spring

      I drove to NYC for a business trip and ended up driving 1 and a half hour to reach this place. I always carry a tent in the back of my trunk and decided to go camping. This campsite isn't the best but is still good. Thee is horses so you will smell them. There is a lake, grills restrooms and showers. This is one of the more fancy campsites and is definitely worth it for only 18 dollars. You can also do short day hikes

    • R
      Aug. 26, 2018

      North-South Lake Campground

      Love this place

      The sites are spacious and private and there are lake side sites available too. Perfect for groups!! We were able to maximize our lake experience by bringing an inflatable kayak. I was able to explore many different parts of the lake and do a decent amount of fishing. There were a few hiking trails walking distance of the campground that were fun to explore. We will def come back!!

    • Janet R.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jun. 19, 2024

      Lackawanna State Park Campground

      Something for everyone!

      This is an amazing state park that has something for everyone. There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails. There are several campgrounds, with tremendous variety for every camping style. There are standard car camping tent sites, RV sites, and yurts and camper cabins. For those who like more rustic options, there are hike-in sites that are beautiful and not far from the parking area. The campsites are nestled in a deep shady mature forest, and peaceful and quiet due to the wooded aspect and spacing of sites (at least for me, in September in a hike-in site not far from the regular campground). It is nice to have such a fine camping and outdoor recreation opportunity within an easy drive of the city of Clarks Summit, so probably a great weekend getaway for local folks, but a wonderful stopover for anyone on a road trip through northern PA as it is not far off Interstate 81. I was there only one day, but would like to be back to explore the trails!

    Guide to Roscoe

    The Catskill region near Roscoe, New York offers diverse camping options with elevations ranging from 1,200 to 2,400 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F during the day and drop to 50-60°F at night, making it comfortable for outdoor activities. Winter camping is available at select locations with temperatures often below freezing.

    What to do

    Horseback riding trails: Bear Spring Mountain in Downsville maintains several equestrian-friendly trails through forested terrain. "Endless hiking and beautiful steams - you can drink straight from the pipes!" notes Kimberly S. about Bear Spring Mountain.

    Lake activities: Promised Land State Park has multiple water access points for fishing, boating, and swimming. "There is an area for day use where you can rent a paddle boat or kayak to go out on the water. Highly recommended if you like hiking," shares J G. about North-South Lake Campground.

    Scenic hiking: The Catskills feature numerous interconnected trail systems of varying difficulty. "Located just about a mile from Kaaterskill Falls this campground couldn't be in a better spot. We had a wonderful weekend there," writes Brittany W. about North-South Lake Campground.

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer good site separation. "Clean, private, and quiet! We had a blast!!" reports Amanda P. about Bear Spring Mountain.

    Lake views: Waterfront sites provide direct access to fishing and paddling. "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper. The trails were beautiful, recommend little falls trail," shares Kelly F. from Pickerel Point Campground.

    Wildlife observation: The region supports diverse animal populations. "Lots of wildlife! There are two areas for camping, check out both though one smells kind of like a barn. Site was typical of state park campgrounds, all up to expectations. Obey bear rules!" advises Amber A. about equestrian camping near Roscoe.

    What you should know

    Seasonal variations: Many campgrounds operate from mid-May through late August or October. "Cute and friendly campground by Launt pond :) We were there in May and there were plenty of empty sites so it was nice and quiet," notes Mayra D.

    Bathroom facilities: Most established campgrounds maintain clean facilities. "The bathrooms were clean with nice hot showers," reports Kelly F. about Pickerel Point, while another camper mentions "Showers are coin operated" at other locations.

    Cell service: Coverage varies significantly by location. "Cell service covers the area, if you care. And no gas boats are allowed on the lake (cool!)," shares David about Lackawanna State Park Campground.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Several campgrounds have dedicated areas for children. "Small playground was nice for the kids," mentions Becky S. about local recreation options.

    Swimming options: Beach areas provide safe places for supervised water play. "The lake is crystal clear and the beach is spotless. You absolutely have to bring a kayak/inflatable boat, but if you don't own one, don't worry, you can rent one," recommends Debbie W. about Promised Land State Park.

    Educational opportunities: Some parks offer nature programs during peak season. "There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network of hiking and horse riding trails," explains Janet R.

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup reliability: Electrical services can vary by campground. "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained," warns David about Lackawanna State Park.

    Site leveling: Some locations have uneven terrain. "The only drawback is fire pit area was very un-level for camping chairs, otherwise it's a nice wooded site with privacy," notes Dawn R. about Lower Lake Campground.

    Seasonal restrictions: Winter camping options are limited. "This park is open year round. Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers," explains Mara S. about winter camping accommodations.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Roscoe, NY is Bear Spring Mountain — DEC with a 4.4-star rating from 7 reviews.

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