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Blydenburgh County Park welcomes pets throughout its camping areas, with clean, accessible facilities for dogs and their owners. The park features both tent and RV sites with water hookups and electric availability, allowing pets to stay comfortable in all accommodation types. Sites are grassy with decent shade coverage from surrounding trees, providing natural cooling for dogs during warmer months. Several reviewers noted the excellent dog-friendly hiking trails that loop around the park's lake, making this location particularly suited for active pets. Suffolk County parks like Blydenburgh and nearby Cathedral Pines County Park maintain consistent pet policies, requiring dogs to be leashed and properly supervised at all times.
Hiking trails around Blydenburgh's lake span approximately 7 miles, offering ample exercise opportunities for dogs and their owners. Many sites have sufficient space for setting up portable pet enclosures while maintaining distance from neighboring campers. The park's facilities remain open year-round, making it accessible for dog owners seeking off-season camping with fewer crowds. Wildwood State Park Campground, located within a short drive, provides additional pet-friendly options with cabins that accept dogs, though specific pet fees may apply. Dog owners should note that while park rangers regularly patrol the grounds, proper pet waste disposal is expected, with trash receptacles available throughout the camping areas. Wildlife sightings including deer are common, so keeping dogs leashed helps prevent unwanted encounters on trails.
"Great park with a nice 7 mile loop around the lake with decent fishing. Lots of horses and dogs on the trail. 30 or so sites around a central public restroom."
"Hiking trails are beautiful. Dog friendly. Clean bathrooms"
"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."
"However there are too many loud families and the sites are too close in proximity for me."
from $20 - $225 / night
Check Availability"* cottages far enough away from each other
- fire ring with Adirondack chairs
- dumpster and recycling within walking distance
- lots of bone dry firewood around for campfire
- walkable beach"
"Overall my experience was positive. Camping Sites
Each camping site has a picnic table and barbeque grill."
from $20 - $285 / night
Check Availability"Recently went camping in our pull behind, met some old friends and had a great time. Rangers have a hardon for people screwing up tho. Think they're all that and then some..."
"Great Location Clean Park."
from $33 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful location steps away from the beach. Listen to the waves crashing as you sleep and stargaze over the clear ocean. Not ready for full on camp-life? No problem!"
"Camping gets you away from the bustle. It is a little less than a half mile walk from the ferry dock and located behind the dunes which offer some protection. Take a quick walk down to the beach."
from $35 - $197 / night
Check Availability"Literally steps to the beach."
"A short walk from the ocean to the bay, both accessible by walking from your campsite. No shade so be prepared to wake early if you’re in a sweltering tent. Staff has been great, no complaints."
"Campsites are located close enough to the beach/marsh. Multiple playgrounds for the kids although they were closed due to Covid."
"There are dog friendly which was very nice. It is a lil tight from each site but you have the beach and a little hiking trails that makes it worth it."
"The showers were outside the bathroom- there was a bench & hooks OUTSIDE! We found out all the other loops had modern bathhouses."
"Beautiful Connecticut beach sits just steps away from your campsite. Well kept showers and bathrooms are abundant and the camp store has the majority of what you need."
from $20 - $70 / night
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GuideI grew up in Long Beach. If you’re looking for a spot to camp so you can surf, this is perfect! 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.
benefits: allows dogs childrens playground beach programs like movie nights throughout the summer
GuideCamp Gateway in Brooklyn New York is one of my favorite places to visit. I went to college in New York, and loved to get out of the busy city and go camping and be outdoors. Camp Gateway was always a place that I loved to go. It is pretty close to town-which is crazy because you feel like you are miles away. Camp Gateway does offer a lot of different activities for everyone. One thing I love to do is go kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. My girlfriends and I tried to do this once a month to get away from the city and school. Because you are so close to the city, you can plan outdoor activities as well as some activities in the city. My friends and I stayed 1 night in the campground, and the next day went to a recital show that took us 10 minutes to get to. You can also walk, hike or ride your bike along multiple paths- I have done the Fort Tilden trail (I just walked, but there were multiple people that passed us on their bikes). Within the campground they do have some fire pits- which my friends and I always use because we love cooking smores and hot dogs for dinner. A little further away from the campground, about 10-15 miles there is a place where you can do horseback riding, see the Statue of Liberty (which is gorgeous!), and there is a little beach area. This beach area is where I do my kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. Again, its not very far away...you can either drive there, walk or ride your bike. The road is paved, which is nice. I stayed here also with my parents, and I know my dad went golfing one day (I didn't go, but he said it was awesome)- and again that was only a 10 minute drive from our camping spot. This campground like I said, does offer quite a bit. Sometimes it doesn't really feel like you are "camping" because things are pretty close by, but it definitely is worth going to and trying.
ScoutVery 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.
RangerVery plain & functional, no frills but right on the harbor & on the very edge of Jersey City, close to a ferry & the train that takes u across to New York City. Shopping & restraunts are right next door. We brought scooters & had a great stay! Plus you can see the Statue of Liberty from there!
LegendWe tried this campground without knowing what was safe and where to stay for visit New York City. It is located in Brooklyn and is little removed from everything. The sites are at Floyd Bennett Field which is an old airfield. The atmosphere here is eerily cool at the same time. You basically park and camp on the asphalt by the old hangars. No hookups at all but they do have a camp store and bath house. If you are tent camping, there are some grassy sites.
The campground is located right on Jamaica Bay so there were people fishing all the time from the seawall. At night, you could hear cars doing burnouts right next to us. To get to all the action in the city, we had to take a bus and then the subway. The travel was a headache but better than trying to drive in to New York City in our RV. One way to improve here would be to have some security at night as well as access to clean water and dump station. They remained locked most of the time for some reason.
The best part of this place was the free tour of Hangar B by some guys doing restoration of old planes (HARP). They had some great stories and gave us history of the planes on display.
GuideThis place is kind of a toss up for me. On one hand, I enjoy it because it's a little slice of heaven in the hell of one of the busy areas of New York. I hate this place for the same reason. It's not really camping if you're going to see a play and then go tour the Statue of Liberty. It just doesn't seem right to me. If I HAVE to be in New York, maybe I'd consider staying here again just to get myself out of the city for a bit. But this definitely isn't your "great outdoors/rest and relaxation" kind of place.
ScoutThere is only a small place for tents. Mostly people go there with campers. Not your typical campground. Very easy to hop on transit to get to New York City. People were friendly.
GuideSmall campground with good electrical, clean water, sewer and a friendly owner. Each site has grass and a picnic table. There is a wonderful little frozen custard shop down the road called roses farm stand. It’s a perfect campground for seeing the local area or even catching the train to New York City.
RangerThe park itself is lovely and close to some other green areas. The nice thing about this campsite is that it’s so close to NYC. The bad thing about this campsite is that it’s so close to NYC. If you live in NYC this is a good, cheap, super quick escape accessible by public transport. If you’re visiting the area I’d recommend staying in Manhattan/Queens in an AirBNB for the full NYC experience or heading to Long Island, Pennsylvania, “Upstate” New York, or New Jersey for a better nature camping experience. For what it is, this site is a nice green little oasis. It’s National Park Service land and they try really hard to keep things clean and working well with so much traffic. Bring earplus for the airport traffic and the noisy neighbors. Tent sites are pretty and wooded, but there is also a TON of concrete from an old WW2 airfield.
Blydenburgh County Park provides a convenient base for pet friendly camping near St. James, New York. Located in Suffolk County where the terrain is predominantly flat with sandy soil, the area experiences mild spring and fall temperatures averaging 45-65°F, creating ideal conditions for camping with dogs. The region's 13 county and state parks form an interconnected network of camping options spanning from the North Shore's Long Island Sound to the southern Atlantic beaches.
Hike with dogs at Smith Point: Smith Point County Park features a direct beach-to-bay experience. "A short walk from the ocean to the bay, both accessible by walking from your campsite. No shade so be prepared to wake early if you're in a sweltering tent," notes Ali O., highlighting the park's unique dual-water access.
Beach access year-round: Heckscher State Park Campground offers coastal camping with seasonal variations. "Bring a bicycle or scooper and you can ride the loop around to the beach; you can also drive to the beach. There is a pool, but it has not been open for many years," explains Giselle P.
Paddle on the lake: Row boats and kayak rentals allow water exploration at several parks. "Excellent lake and hiking. 30 or so sites around a central public restroom. Everyone was nice and we had a great time," reports Erik R. about recreational opportunities near St. James.
Spacious sites with water views: Indian Island County Park offers waterfront camping. "The sites close to water are nice. They offer more to see and feel a little more like camping. You are a short walk from beach access and kayak launch," according to Michael G.
Wildlife encounters: Smith Point County Park offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities. "And sweet deer. I watched a momma deer nursing two of her babies. This is paradise," Patrick C. observed during his stay, providing a glimpse of the natural encounters possible.
Variety of accommodation options: Wildwood State Park Campground provides multiple camping styles from tents to cabins. "RV pull through sites were fantastic. It was a great campground for maiden voyage in new rig. Plenty of amenities," shares Lori R. about the versatility of camping options.
Suffolk County Green Key required: Most parks require a resident access card for discounted rates. "Worth buying green key card for resident access. 200 but you'd spend that 4 nights regardless," advises Maria P., highlighting the financial benefit for frequent campers.
Seasonal crowding patterns: Summer brings higher visitor numbers while spring and fall offer more solitude. "We stayed there one weekend and went to Splish Splash waterpark that's not far away. There is also a Tanger Outlet nearby," notes Giselle P. about offsite attractions.
Fire pit variations: Not all campgrounds provide fire rings. "Lame not having a fire ring, you have to rent one or bring your own," Ossama B. points out about Wildwood State Park, an important consideration for pet owners wanting evening campfires.
Beach-to-playground options: Cathedral Pines County Park offers wooded sites and family amenities. "Usually every site has a decent fire pit/grill. Usually quiet, occasional deer. Be sure to lock food away as the raccoons are pretty invasive," warns Connor M.
Educational opportunities: Several parks feature ranger programs during peak season. "There is a playground just for the campground. On one visit there was a magician performing for the camp goers," mentions Giselle P. about structured activities.
Insect preparation: Seasonal insects require planning. "The mosquitoes are extremely potent and plentiful. Take the good stuff," cautions Inocencia O., important advice for families with children camping near St. James.
Full hookup availability: Southaven County Park offers RV amenities with considerations. "Average compared to other state/county parks. Places to eat are very close, and a 15 minute drive to Smith's Point beach was a plus," notes Dominick L., providing context for RVers seeking dining options.
Site selection strategy: Choosing the right site impacts your experience. "Our 36ft motorhome backed up to a raised balcony overlooking the bay. Less than 100 feet from the front of our site was the beach and the Atlantic Ocean view," shares Patrick C. about optimal positioning at Smith Point.
Utility management: Water and electric hookups vary by season. "No sewers sites that I could tell, and water was off because we were a week shy of the season opening. Needed to move to dump station prior to leaving," explains Janelle G., highlighting the importance of arrival timing for RV campers.
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