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Roxbury, New York provides access to a range of camping experiences throughout the Catskill Mountains region. Established campgrounds like Nickerson Park and Country Roads offer developed facilities with amenities including electric hookups, showers, and water access. The area features several state-managed locations such as Little Pond Campground and Devil's Tombstone Campground, which accommodate both tent and RV camping. Primitive camping options can be found in the surrounding forests, particularly at locations like Burnt Rossman State Forest and Betty Brook Camp, where more secluded experiences are available approximately 10-15 miles from Roxbury.
Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from mid-May through early October, with precise dates varying by location. Weather conditions in the Catskills can change rapidly, particularly at higher elevations where temperatures remain cooler even during summer months. Many locations require advance reservations, especially during peak summer weekends and fall foliage season. Road access varies considerably, with some primitive sites accessible only by high-clearance vehicles. As noted in feedback on The Dyrt, "The road in on old cemetery rd was pretty rough, so we decided to go out the other way, which was way worse. The site itself was pretty nice, fire pit, trickling stream, but the years taken off the life of my truck was not worth it."
Campsites near water features tend to receive higher ratings from visitors, with several campgrounds offering creek or lake access. Alder Lake provides secluded camping with a single drive-in site described by one camper as "beautiful" though potentially challenging to access with low-clearance vehicles. Sites at Betty Brook Camp position campers directly alongside a stream in a remote setting where visitors report sometimes seeing no other people during their stay. Several primitive camping locations provide fire rings and occasionally picnic tables but limited other amenities. Cell service remains intermittent throughout much of the region, especially in valleys and remote forest locations. Winter camping is possible at some sites, though facilities are extremely limited and road access may be impossible without four-wheel drive and winter driving experience.
"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. "
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Pros: Near wonderful, little-used hiking trails - challenging ones, too!
- Close to Catskill town options to explore, e.g."
"You can see a picture here of the water just a 10 foot trail away from our campsite. All in all a great trip."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"Our site was on top of the creek, close to the path down to the water and close to a hiking trail. During our visit we drove around the nearby towns and didn't find much to see or do with our time."
"We had reservations about being side by side with other RVs but the site we were in was so big and being in a valley with huge trees all around a large open grassy area in the middle made everything feel"
"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
Check Availability"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"
from $22 / night
Check Availability"There are water spigots near all the tent sites and they are nice and spread out. They have special events in a pavilion near the RVs including bingo"
from $34 - $55 / night
Check Availability"There are two campsites located right outside of the park where you can park your car next to your tent but we opted to hike in."
"There are several beautiful, secluded hike-in sites along the lake which I would love to return to someday. The hike around the lake is a lovely, easy walk."
"this is close by to many catskill hiking trails"
"It was close to trails and town"
from $16 / night
Check Availability"Just ok distance between camp sites. If we return we might try the more upper loop further from the front"
"Watched a video on YouTube that was a walk through of each site. So peaceful. Lots of good hiking. Sinks for dishes, clean bathrooms and showers."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
ScoutThis is a very pleasant campground just a couple of miles off the interstate. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Full hookups at most sites. Many amenities available. A very quiet setting to rest and repose. Highly recommended!
GuideWe were in campsite 20 with lots of room. The first night we were there we were near very loud groups which was difficult to sleep through. The next night everyone cleared out and we had a peaceful crowd. Bathrooms are nice, the park has great hiking trails and a nice day use area! There is also an area where we can rent canoes. I would definitely return, just wish there was a little more crowd control.
ScoutNext to Mohawk river quiet and locals don't seem to bother you no toilets 4 or 5g with Verizon
ScoutWe really loved this spot- it was relaxing to listen to the sounds of the creek and not having any camping neighbors. The night sky was filled with stars and we even saw a rocket. I also appreciated having an outhouse on site- i would say the only downside was having to take our bag of poop+pee out with us when we left (site rules). The only other thing that was bothersome was being told that wood is provided at the site and then not realizing until after we got there that we would have to Venmo the owner $10 per bundle (I don’t mind paying, just wouldn’t been nice to know ahead of time that it wasn’t included in the price). I recommend this site for anyone who enjoys privacy and doesn’t mind a detox from WiFi.
ScoutThis campground will not respond to phone calls, email or facebook. It appears no one in charge
GuideReally liked it. Love the layout, with camp sites having mowed paths to the restrooms and showers in the middle of each loop. Nicest showers and rest rooms we have seen so far. Each site has brush between them so you can not see your neighbors. Pretty, quiet, relaxing. The groomed hiking trails are the best and Arctic Lake is beautiful. Staff were so nice, and loved doing the scavenger hunt!
ScoutThe RV camp site was spread further apart from the other sites. It felt like you were in a secluded spot all by yourself. The camp staff were very helpful, campfire wood was a phone away and promptly delivered to your site. Nice variety of merchandise for sale. I love a souvenir from the places I visit. Although, it rained 2 of the days, it allowed some quiet time away.
ScoutRip Van Winkle Campground
Catskills NY
The Good:
1. The location
2. The actual campground itself. There are roomy sites with trees.
The Bad:
1. If you are lucky enough to get an assigned campsite away from the busy road, it is a HALF MILE walk to the only showers in the ENTIRE campground. They have nearly 200 campsites and ONE set of showers.
2. The speed bumps are beyond ridiculous. Two humpers and high as Bob Marley.
3. If you call the office for help (our electrical post was out) they record you without your knowledge.
The Ugly:
1. The campground lost power on my electrical post and tried to blame ME for it. I own a Bulldog surge protector, yeah, so it wasn't me. How it was handled was unbelievable. I have never been treated so rudely. A simple apology would have gone a long way.
ScoutWe stay at a lot of Jellystone parks so have become accustomed to the park layouts and activities. This one was well maintained with clean facilities. Some things like the mini golf and fire pits needed maintenance. The pools were nice but get very busy later in the day. The sites up on the hills are nice but beware, it’s a hill! There is little to no WiFi or cell service or it gets easily bogged down, so be ready for that. Food was basic but good. Some activities like bingo were a bit chaotic and there were a lot of ground hornets around the jumping pillows. Would totally go again.
Camping near Roxbury, New York takes place in the western Catskill Mountains where elevations range from 1,400 to 4,000 feet. The region contains numerous streams and small water bodies rather than large lakes, creating natural boundaries between camping areas. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing from November through March, while summer evenings often require layers even during July and August when daytime temperatures reach the 80s.
Hiking to viewpoints: The area surrounding Woodland Valley Campground connects to numerous Catskill trails with varying difficulty levels. "Most important is the fact that you can quickly get to many great hikes in the Catskills including Hunter, Slide, Plateau Rock, and many others," notes Gary G. The campground serves as a strategic base for multi-day hikers.
Water activities: Paddling opportunities exist at several locations including North-South Lake Campground, which provides rentals for those without equipment. "Two lakes. Highly recommended," writes Luka M. The dual connected lakes offer different paddling experiences within the same area.
Mountain exploration: Areas near Hunter Mountain provide access to the Devil's Path trail system. The terrain offers challenging day hikes with significant elevation changes. Some campgrounds issue parking passes for nearby recreation sites, as one camper explains: "There is swimming but the site provides you a parking pass for the North South Lake 10 miles away."
Creek access: Water features consistently rank as favorite amenities among campers at Kenneth L. Wilson Campground. One visitor explains, "The campground has some great hiking trails and a cozy vibe in a beautiful part of NY." Sites positioned near moving water create natural white noise that masks other camping sounds.
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds in the area design site placement to maximize separation. At Country Roads Campground, "Mainly an RV ground, but they have about 10-15 great tent sites back beyond the RV area. There are water spigots near all the tent sites and they are nice and spread out," according to William R. The tent areas typically offer more seclusion than RV sections.
Natural surroundings: The forested settings provide cool shade during summer months. At several locations, the tree canopy creates a microclimate approximately 5-10 degrees cooler than nearby towns. "Large and heavily wooded! Enjoyed our stay even on a busy weekend. They have a lake on site with swimming," notes one Kenneth L. Wilson visitor.
Cell service limitations: Most campgrounds have minimal or no connectivity. At Little Pond Campground, "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," reports Giselle P.
Weather preparation: Temperature swings of 30+ degrees between day and night are common. Summer rainstorms develop quickly, particularly in afternoon hours. Pack rain gear even during forecasted clear weather.
Road conditions: Access to some sites requires navigating unpaved roads. At Alder Lake, a camper notes: "The place is pretty easy to access with paved road the whole way there except for the last 1/2 mile where it is very bumpy. Some might say 4*4 but we made it just fine in our little Camry."
Bear precautions: Multiple campgrounds enforce strict food storage rules. "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," advises one Little Pond visitor. Some primitive sites provide bear boxes for secure storage.
Swimming options: Several locations offer designated swimming areas with variable facilities. North-South Lake provides a developed beach area with lifeguards during peak season, while smaller ponds often have unguarded swim zones.
Playground access: Some established campgrounds maintain play equipment for younger children. At Max V. Shaul State Park Campground, "There is a children's playground and pavilion. Firewood is available to purchase. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well-kept," notes Darby R.
Family-friendly layouts: Certain campgrounds design their sites specifically for family groups. "Groups of sites sit on level terraces stepped down toward the river. The center area of each grouping of sites had a common use area with tether ball, playgrounds, privies, or additional parking," explains Sarah S. about Nickerson Park Campground.
Size limitations: Many Catskill campgrounds have length restrictions or challenging access roads. Before booking, confirm your vehicle length works with the specific site.
Hookup variability: Water and electric services differ significantly between locations. Some established campgrounds provide full connections while others offer minimal services. "No hookups, just a picnic table, firepit," notes Holly R. about Max V. Shaul State Park.
Site leveling: Many campgrounds in this mountainous region feature sloped terrain. Bring leveling blocks even for reserved sites advertised as level. One camper at Little Pond warns, "The sites are on the smaller side and many have slanted entrances."
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Roxbury campgrounds?
Campgrounds near Roxbury offer varied amenities to suit different camping styles. Treetopia Campground provides unique glamping experiences with RV sites and yurts in the Catskills. For waterfront camping, Phoenicia Black Bear Campground features creek-front sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Most area campgrounds provide basic amenities like water access, picnic tables, and fire rings. More developed sites offer dump stations, recycling centers, playgrounds, sports facilities, and shower houses. Some locations like Catskill/Kenneth L Wilson Campground balance privacy with community through tree-surrounded sites while maintaining easy access to facilities.
When is the best season to camp in Roxbury, NY?
Summer and early fall are generally the best times to camp in Roxbury and the Catskills region. Late May through September offers comfortable temperatures and full access to amenities. North-South Lake Campground is popular in summer, though campers recommend avoiding holidays to escape crowds. Fall brings spectacular foliage, particularly at Cooperstown KOA, where mature trees create beautiful scenery. Be prepared for occasional summer storms and cooler nights in early fall. Winter camping is limited as many campgrounds close for the season.
Where can I find campgrounds in Roxbury, NY?
While Roxbury itself has limited camping options, the surrounding Catskills region offers excellent alternatives. Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds provides fishing in two private lakes and river access, plus amenities like playgrounds and a pool. For a public camping experience, Little Pond Campground is nearby with hiking trails and proximity to Catskill towns like Livingston Manor. Other options within driving distance include Nickerson Park Campground near Gilboa and Devil's Tombstone Campground in the Hunter-West Kill Wilderness area.
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