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Several RV parks accommodate motorhome travelers within driving distance of Rye, New York. Liberty Harbor RV Park in Jersey City features 90 sites with electric hookups, water connections, and a sanitary dump station, operating year-round with a view of the Statue of Liberty. Croton Point Park, located in Croton-on-Hudson, provides 30-amp hookups and can accommodate larger rigs. "This is basically a parking lot with water and electric hookups. Larger rigs will barely have a yard," notes one RV camper about Liberty Harbor. Nickerson Beach Park Campground in Lido Beach offers full hookup sites with 50-amp service and is open April through November, though reservations can be difficult to secure during peak summer months.
Getting into some parks may require careful navigation, particularly for larger motorhomes. Nickerson Beach receives high demand for its limited number of big rig spots, with one reviewer noting it's "all but impossible to get an RV spot there from Memorial Day to Labor Day." Most parks require reservations, with Liberty Harbor commanding premium rates ($120/night) due to its strategic location near NYC. Dump stations can become congested during busy checkout periods. While several parks are open year-round, including Black Bear RV Park with its 74 sites and full hookups, others like Clarence Fahnestock State Park operate seasonally from April to December. Pet policies vary by location, with most parks allowing pets but enforcing leash requirements and designated areas.
"If you want to visit NYC and surrounding areas, this is the place. Expensive but... When you look at local hotel rates, not so much."
"Basicly a parking lot, but the location can't be beat. 2 ferries that run to Manhattan. Path train is a 12 minute walk away that will take you yyo manhatten."
from $145 - $180 / night
Check Availability"A little intimidating driving in to a nondescript gate at the end of a narrow street but the overall experience exceeded expectation."
from $130 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $85 - $120 / night
Check Availability"It’s close to NYC and has secluded, wooded sites nestled amongst big boulders. I have camped here in all seasons including early winter when all other places were closed."
"With Covid/social distancing requirements, many sites are closed so it’s extra quiet and spread out. I stayed at site 6 with my seven year-old daughter from Tue-Thur."
from $21 / night
Check Availability"This must be one of the most breathtaking camp grounds (family friendly) right on the Hudson. Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience!"
"Peaceful and gorgeous campsite, with plenty of space between sites. Great view of the Hudson, and playground within sight of our camper."
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability"The campground was clean and quiet. RV hook-ups, tent platforms, and rustic tent sites were available."
"The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out."
from $21 - $24 / 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"Very nice family oriented, places the beach, which is great except for the birds watch out they come at you. They have a dog park basketball courts playground swimming just about everything."
"It’s basically a parking lot, but it’s steps away from some of the greatest waves on the east coast. Showers are clean, there’s a dog park nearby, and the island is very bikable to get around."
"The sites are nicely wooded, very well spaced, fairly level with 50A service and water hookup."
"It is a small campground nestled in the woods. There are level padded sites with electric and water (in warmer months). Sites were spaced out with beautiful woods in the background."
ScoutWe have a 42 ft 5th wheel toy hauler. A few Big Rig spots are available, but this is a Suffock Co Campground that is not well maintained. 2 miles of the Road have many areas of missing blacktop making a very rough ride with low branches. The dump station is basically not accessible to a big rig. Most of the longer sites were very difficult to level.
LegendPelton Pond - Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer). I rate based on desire for at least a moderate wilderness type experience w at least some camp site privacy. Overall Rating: Some spots: 4 , Some grouped spots: 2 Price 2023: $23 Usage during visit: Light Site Privacy: Some sites good. Some very poor. Site Spacing: Some sites good. Some very poor. Site surface: Grass/dirt/mud Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Quiet at our spot. Road Noise: Pretty load at our spot Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes. At bathrooms and hand pumps Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Very old and very clean. Flush toilets. Heated. Showers: Very old and very clean. Heated Pull Throughs: Some Cell Service (AT&T): 3to 4 bars Setting: Spread out through a deciduous forest Weather: 50s high Bugs: None Solar: Food in some sites. Host: Did not see a host Rig size: 40’ max. Careful which site you choose. Sites: Pictures are of some of the more private sites which can have a trailer. Some sites are grouped in open areas. These lack privacy.
LegendWe stayed at site 15 for 5 days. The sites are nicely wooded, very well spaced, fairly level with 50A service and water hookup. Although the water spigots were shared between sites, they provide hose caddies that should reach most RV hookups. No sewer hookup, but there is a convenient dump station. There are no fire rings in the RV section, only raised grills. We had the place pretty much to ourselves during the week, but the weekend did get busy. AT&T had ok data connection with 1-2 bars most of the time. There is no satellite coverage due to the heavy tree canopy. OTA TV was very inconsistent using an external omni antenna. There is no WiFi. There is a very nice network of trails in the reservation, most if not all were leashed dog friendly. There is a very nice restaurant, Stone Water, less than 10 miles away and is right on lake Hopatcong.
RangerThis was a last-minute booking for us and we were delighted with the beachside cottage, with enough amenities that mom and dad did not worry we had their cutie with us for "camping". She's too little for backpacking into the woods but finally got to stay overnight and help with the campfire!
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GuideWe stayed here on a Thursday night in September prior to taking off backpacking. 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.
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. Expect to purchase firewood, although scrounging for kindling was possible. Facilities were clean and what you'd expect from a campground.
Would definitely return!!
GuideMahlon Dickerson Campground is a true gem. It is a small campground nestled in the woods. There are level padded sites with electric and water (in warmer months). Sites were spaced out with beautiful woods in the background. Hiking trail goes right through the campground. There is a bathroom with showers that is heated in the colder months. There is a water spigot at the bathrooms to fill up your water tanks. Dump station also on site. Each site has a nice picnic table and fire ring. I really enjoyed this campground and would go back again.
GuideStayed here for two nights with my popup and was surrounded by large motor homes/RVs. sites had zero privacy and were all pull through. There was water, electric and sewer hookups at each site, but this was an expensive place to ‘camp’. Bathrooms and showers were not really clean, which was surprising because most people used their personal bathroom/shower in their RV. It is close to the beach, but a very small and rocky beach. Overall, I don’t think this was the best place for us.
TravelerCampground: fairly secluded, forested, breezy with some wildlife. Small camp store. Ingress/Egress: Tight approach with multiple switchbacks and steep grades - if you’re coming in a towable rig over 36’ you might want to take a solo look first. Sites are oddly arranged and there aren’t any FHU sites. Cell: Verizon in spot C9 had 1-bar; we used Starlink for connectivity. Laundry: 3 washers & 3 dryers: $2.50 each. Dump Station: was close by (across the street) but we didn’t need it for our 3 day stay. Bathhouse: across the street, clean and we used it almost exclusively. Noise: Quiet with some small arms fire, but barely noticeable from our site. Site C9: can be viewed from Google street view site is north of the lake in the horseshoe road- some cabins are viewable as well. Site is gravel with composite picnic table, post metal grill and truck rim fire ring. Water pressure- fluctuated 30psi-50psi: hunted constantly. Cabins: available and in good order. They appear to be older, but still functional- mini log cabins $65/night (primitive-no bathroom)
TravelerThis is a popular site in the peak season. The beach is in a walking distance. You can swim or fish there. This camp site has a relatively new and clean facility.
There are many farms near by where you can get fresh veggies and fruits.
Several motorhome and trailer camping options exist within driving distance of Rye, New York. While most campsites near this affluent coastal area require advance planning, they provide a strategic base for exploring the Hudson Valley region and accessing New York City. Seasonal availability varies significantly, with many campgrounds operating from April through November when temperatures range from 55°F to 85°F.
Hiking trails access: Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground offers excellent trail access directly from campsites. "There is great hiking and a lake you can get to and swim in right from the campsite. If you are in to apple picking it is a short drive and it is easy to get into town to take the train to and from NYC," notes one camper who recommends booking early.
Beach activities: Nickerson Beach Park Campground provides coastal recreation options. "Right on the beach! Great spot to camp at if the waves are pumping at Lido Beach on Long Island," shares a reviewer. The campground has a designated dog run, though pets aren't allowed on the actual beach.
Local attractions: Beaver Pond Campground serves as a gateway to both outdoor and cultural sites. "The grounds are just steps away from Welch Lake, offering a lifeguard monitored sandy beach which is open during the summer season for swimming, fishing, and small boat craft further out," explains one visitor, who adds that Bear Mountain State Park is "a quick 15 minute drive" away with "various smaller trail heads for this historic part of the region."
Privacy between sites: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation receives praise for spacious layouts. "The campground is small but also secluded... there is plenty of room," notes one reviewer. Another camper mentions the "large, wooded campsites with electric and water" that are "beautiful and quiet."
Off-season tranquility: Beaver Pond Campground offers a different experience outside peak periods. "During summer weekends the grounds fill up and can be quite noisy, but mid-week during the off-season it was great," reports a visitor who stayed on a Thursday in September, finding "clean and quiet" conditions.
Urban proximity: Croton Point Park offers convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining natural surroundings. "This is state park, very large nested on Peninsula on the Hudson River," explains one camper. Another notes it's just a "30-40 minute drive from Western Queens," making it accessible for city dwellers seeking a quick escape.
Site selection matters: Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground has significant variation between campsites. "This is one of my favorite campsites I have been to but only because after several visits we have finally found our favorite site. This place can book up during camping season in the Northeast so make sure to book early in advance," advises a regular visitor.
Bear awareness: Multiple campgrounds post bear warnings. At Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, one camper mentioned "a lot of bear warnings here so that gave us a bit of pause with our three little boys." Similarly, at Beaver Pond, rangers greet arrivals with "Welcome to Bear Mountain" and provide information on bear activity.
Facility limitations: Some campgrounds have restricted amenities. At Battle Row Campground, a visitor notes: "There are NO fire pits, you must bring your own. Fires are allowed but you must have a fire container or bucket for your fire off of the ground." The sites feature tables and BBQ pits for cooking only.
Playground access: Battle Row Campground includes family-friendly features. "The playground is new and centrally located. They also have a horseshoe pit," notes one visitor who gave the campground high marks for cleanliness. Another camper mentions the family-oriented setup: "The camp office workers are SO friendly and helpful."
Beach convenience: Croton Point Park offers water activities suitable for children. "This must be one of the most breathtaking camp grounds (family friendly) right on the Hudson. Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience," shares a reviewer who also mentioned lifeguards at the beach.
Seasonal activities: Black Bear RV Park provides wildlife viewing opportunities that children enjoy. One reviewer noted: "The best part was at dusk when the animals came out!" Though currently undergoing upgrades, the park maintains 74 sites with full hookups year-round.
NYC access considerations: Liberty Harbor RV Park offers crucial transportation options to reach New York City. "This is a pricey park, but options are limited. As in almost non existent. This is a prime location for visiting the city or heading down the shore. The light rail is a block away, and the path train is about 8," explains one camper. Another advises: "Getting in and out of the city is an adventure. Stay right off the highway to avoid the $30 tunnel toll. Follow RV life pro and not Waze."
Parking challenges: Skyline RV Camp's location has changed, affecting its appeal. "Be advised that Skyline RV Camp has moved to: 50 Noble St, Brooklyn, NY 11222. The original property location at 2 Oak St was sold and is now private property," warns a recent visitor, adding that "There no longer is a waterfront view of the NYC skyline when camping at Skyline RV."
Water management: Mahlon Dickerson Reservation has addressed water hookup challenges. "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 visitor who appreciated this practical solution.
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