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Camping near Spring Glen, New York spans the scenic Catskill region, with options ranging from full-hookup RV parks to rustic tent sites within a short drive. The area features family-friendly campgrounds like Jellystone Park Gardiner and Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, which operate from April through November and provide full hookups for RVs alongside tent sites and cabin rentals. More rustic options exist at Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground, which caters primarily to tent campers seeking proximity to hiking trails. Within 30 minutes of Spring Glen, Boulder Point Campground and Winding Hills Park provide alternatives with varying amenities and natural settings, from lakeside spots to wooded retreats.
Most campgrounds in the region require reservations during peak season, particularly on summer weekends when New York City residents seek outdoor escapes. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with many campers reporting limited or no connectivity at sites deeper in the Catskills. As one visitor to Woodland Valley Campground noted, "There is NO cell service and just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged." Weather considerations include summer thunderstorms and occasional tropical storm systems that can affect the region. Black bears are present throughout the area, requiring proper food storage at all campgrounds. Elevation changes in the Catskills mean temperatures can vary significantly between valley campgrounds and those at higher elevations.
Waterfront sites consistently receive high ratings from campers visiting the region. Derek W. described his experience at Phoenicia Black Bear Campground: "They offer creek front and wooded campsites. I stayed at one of the creek front campsites and highly recommend doing so. The creek was perfect for dipping your feet and just hanging out." Many campgrounds feature hiking trail access, with several reviewers mentioning the convenience of trailheads near their sites. Privacy between campsites varies considerably, with state park campgrounds generally offering more space than private facilities. Weekend crowding is common during summer months, with multiple reviewers suggesting midweek visits for a quieter experience. Facilities range from basic pit toilets to full-service bathhouses with hot showers.
Best Campgrounds near Spring Glen (214)
1. Jellystone Park™ Gardiner
"With a new check in area, Gardiner has really stepped up. They expanded the pool area to include another pool plus splash area and water slides."
"We got a red carpet site by the Gaga pit and near the water park (Cindy bear lane) and it was a convenient yet noisy site. Kids were at the playground 8 am or before and the noise woke us up."
2. Thousand Trails Rondout Valley
"Great place situated in a great area with lots to do all within an hour's drive. Even camping during a pandemic was peaceful & fun!"
"This is a Thousand trails campground so it was free. I think the regular price is $64. Full hookups, tents and cabins to rent. Pleanty to do in and around campground."
3. Sun Retreats Birchwood Acres
"Our RV site was private, surround by trees with a nice fire pit and picnic table."
"There are no bathrooms in the cabin but there are public restrooms nearby. The resorts is decked out with 2 playgrounds, a splash park, kiddie pool, family pool and hot tub."
4. Winding Hills Park
"We have stayed here multiple times since it’s so close to home. Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day."
"The trails to walk on are perfect to get out of the campsite for a few hours. There are no spots with sewer hookup but they have a dumping area."
from $25 - $30 / night
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"They have the best staff and they are everywhere, if you need someone they are always around and super friendly also."
"Location- 4 stars- close to NYC but kinda just in the woods and close to homes, not much around. Sites- 4 stars- a real mixed bag- the rv/trailer only section is really nice, wooded."
6. Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground
"I definitely recommend trying to get the walk-in (meaning you can't drive to them) sites (8-15) because they're just a little bit more set back and kind of wonderfully wooded all around. 8 & 9 seemed"
"There are drive-up sites and also walk-in sites. No fire pits at individual campsites, though. Only a group fire pit."
7. Boulder Point Campground
"This property has several sites for you to setup your tent, camper, van, or RV (only small tow behinds or popups, no large RVs) Nearby are wineries to explore. Nice bathrooms and showers!"
from $78 - $400 / night
Check Availability8. Gunx Camping on a Horse Farm
"Best views around and close to the horses! Second night we got a special site with an amazing fire-pit. Last night was cool amongst the pine trees, a fire pit and epic views. "
"But the location is great for accessing the Shawamhunks. Given the lack of affordable RV campgrounds (and even the few expensive ones) in the area, this stands out."
from $25 - $100 / night
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10. Korns Campgrounds
"My original site had been moved by ReserveAmerica without notification but the staff at Korns Campground moved me to an even better site with a closer proximity to the bathroom."
"We parked right next to our camp site and had water, fire pit, outlets, and our car all in one area. One of the owners came out to make sure we were all ok."
from $30 - $60 / night
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Recent Reviews near Spring Glen, NY
930 Reviews of 214 Spring Glen Campgrounds
Matthew M.
TravelerWest Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area
Rest up and Recon the Museum 2026
Campground: 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)
- MMark M.
GuideNew York City North-Newburgh KOA
Pleasantly rustic and quiet for the area
We've only stayed overnight at this campground. Roads are all paved, and some sites as well. They stagger the campers so that you don't look right into another camper, which makes it feel like you are camping in the woods.
Lots of trees so watch DVD or OTA television as you likely won't get satellite TV in your rig. Large swimming pool and playground for kids. There is an activity center where you can get something to eat, and sit on the deck to enjoy the scenery.
Sites are level. Staff are friendly. The camp store is large and well stocked in just about anything that you could need.
Enough trees that if you have a large rig and are towing you need to use some care leaving your RV site.
- MMaybe I.Guide
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.
- MMaybe I.Guide
New York City North/Newburgh KOA
worst campground
This was by far the worst campground we have ever stayed at. First of all, the campground is basically just a large open field where everyone is on display. There is absolutely no privacy. If that's not enough and you want even more attention, choose a site near the playground, where you'll have a constant audience. The bathrooms were also extremely dirty and poorly maintained, which only added to the overall disappointing experience. The biggest issue, however, is the complete lack of quiet hours enforcement. Until at least 1:00 AM, there were screaming children, loud groups of intoxicated adults, and nonstop noise. It felt more like a chaotic party zone than a campground. There seemed to be no rules, no supervision, and no consideration for people who actually came to relax. The sites farther back in the woods offer a little more privacy, but don't expect peace and quiet there either. This campground may be fine if your goal is to drink and party outdoors, but if you're looking for a relaxing camping experience, I would strongly recommend staying elsewhere. The only positive part of our stay was seeing a few baby deer wandering through the campground. They were adorable and ended up being the highlight of our trip.
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Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground
Quiet place with great location
Good, quiet place to spend the night, but there are a few things to keep in mind. This is primarily a climbers’ campground, so by around 9 PM most people are already asleep and the lights are off. If you’re looking for a peaceful and quiet night, that’s definitely a plus. Sites 8–15 were our favorite because they are away from vehicle traffic. Site #8 is probably the best of them. Site #15 is only about a 2-minute walk from the parking area at a brisk pace, but that’s without carrying gear. If you have a lot of equipment or heavy bags, these sites may not be the most convenient choice. The showers cost $0.25 per minute, and don’t be surprised if you end up sharing the changing area with another person. Overall, this is a simple, quiet place to sleep and rest for the night rather than a destination campground with lots of amenities
Jacob Y.ScoutDevil's Tombstone Campground
Entitled Arrogant Staff
We have camped for years all over the Northeast and have never experienced campground staff as rude, patronizing, and overbearing as we did at Devil’s Tombstone Campground. It felt like our group was constantly being watched and corrected over every minor thing imaginable instead of simply being treated like paying guests trying to enjoy the weekend. The campground itself was disappointing, but the staff attitude was by far the worst part of the experience. Unless you want to be nitpicked every time you do literally anything, then you might not want to camp here.
- Jacob Y.Scout
Devil's Tombstone Campground
Entitled Arrogant Staff
We have camped for years all over the Northeast and have never experienced campground staff as rude, patronizing, and overbearing as we did at Devil’s Tombstone Campground. It felt like our group was constantly being watched and corrected over every minor thing imaginable instead of simply being treated like paying guests trying to enjoy a weekend camping. The campground itself was disappointing, but the staff attitude was by far the worst part of the experience. We do not recommend this campground to anyone, unless you want to have anxiety when they drive by every 5 minutes to check on every minor thing. By the way, the walk from the check in shack to the end of the campground is at most 0.2 miles.
Danielle S.ScoutDevil's Tombstone Campground
Experienced Campers — First Time Ever Leaving a Negative Review
FYI this is my first time ever writing a negative campground review, but this experience deserves one. Our large family group stayed at Devil’s Tombstone Campground over Memorial Day weekend, and despite having camped dozens of times over the years, this was by far the worst campground and staff experience we’ve ever had.
When we arrived there was no caretaker present, no cell service to call the posted number, and we were later condescendingly told we “should have checked in” and “should have knocked”— both of which we did. We were then told the posted number was “only for emergencies,” despite nowhere stating that. The first caretaker who checked us in was pleasant, but after that it felt like staff constantly monitored and corrected our group over extremely minor issues: partially parking on grass, briefly parking near the bathroom walkway, plugging into an outlet near the restroom during 40-degree rainy weather, hanging signs, and even checking our tarp lines on trees. Many of these rules were not posted anywhere.
After someone plugged into the bathroom outlet because they were freezing (there was no sign that said you couldn't and it was not listed in the rules), the bathroom power was shut off entirely, leaving the bathrooms without lights at night, which created an obvious safety issue. Around the same time, a camera suddenly appeared near the outlet area, which felt excessive and uncomfortable.
Meanwhile, staff spent hours mowing, weed-whacking, and chain sawing during the middle of Friday on Memorial Day weekend while simultaneously nitpicking campers over every little thing.
The final straw was being told we could not use a fully enclosed propane fire pit with no embers during cold, windy, rainy weather. After expressing frustration over the constant nitpicking, forest rangers were called on us the next morning. Staff reportedly told them we had garbage and food everywhere, which was completely false. Thankfully the rangers themselves were respectful and seemed to quickly realize we were simply a group trying to enjoy our weekend.
The campground itself was also very misleading compared to online photos. The “lake” is more like a shallow pond unsuitable for meaningful fishing, kayaking, or swimming. The supposedly stocked creek running through the campground was completely dry, there is no running water in the bathrooms, and a main road cuts directly through the campground with traffic flying by at highway speeds.
We still managed to have fun because we enjoy spending time outdoors together, but we would absolutely not return or recommend this campground.
Guide to Spring Glen
Spring Glen's camping season typically runs April through October, with the best camping weather occurring from mid-May through early September when temperatures average 75-85°F during the day and 55-65°F at night. The region sits at elevations ranging from 400 to 2,000 feet, creating distinct microclimates between valley campgrounds and ridge-top sites. Several campgrounds feature creek access, with water levels highest in spring and after summer storms.
What to do
Hiking from camp: Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground offers direct access to Mohonk Preserve trails. "Located really close to the Gunks for climbing and also some great hikes around the area," notes Jackie B., who recommends the campground for outdoor enthusiasts seeking proximity to trails.
Fishing opportunities: Winding Hills Park provides lakeside fishing with no additional permits required beyond a New York fishing license. "There is a large lake to kayak and fish in. NO SWIMMING. The lake is a nice size and has a trail so you walk the entire length with benches around a good portion to sit and/or fish," explains Amanda B.
Family recreation: Jellystone Park Gardiner includes numerous structured activities for children throughout the week. "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," shares Jennifer I., highlighting the programming that distinguishes this campground from others in the region.
Water activities: Winding Hills Park features a lake suitable for non-motorized boating, though swimming isn't allowed. "By the pond there is a nice sized picnic area with many picnic tables and grills. Another playground and a large pavilion," mentions Amanda B., describing the facilities that support day-use activities.
What campers like
Creek-side camping: Many campers praise the water-adjacent sites at Woodland Valley Campground. "If you like to camp by water, this is the perfect place for you. It has amazing on the water sites you can camp at, plus a stunning view of the Catskills," writes Meike W., emphasizing the appeal of falling asleep to the sound of flowing water.
Clean facilities: Thousand Trails Rondout Valley receives praise for its upkeep and amenities. "There must be new management because many upgrades have been made over the past year which include all new SWE (full hookups) street lighting, and campground markings/numbering," notes Scott, highlighting recent improvements.
Privacy between sites: Boulder Point Campground offers more secluded camping options than many other area facilities. "Stunning primitive camping," writes Ashley F., noting the campground's balance of basic amenities with natural surroundings.
Pool access: New York City North-Newburgh KOA provides swimming facilities valued by summer visitors. "They have 2 pools which require signing up ahead of time for 1 hour slots," explains April L., describing the pool reservation system implemented during busy periods.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies dramatically between campgrounds, with higher elevation sites typically offering better service. "There was no mobile signal, but that's the point, isn't it? You get to disconnect from it all for a while," writes John N. about Woodland Valley Campground, highlighting the digital detox aspect many campers appreciate.
Bathroom conditions: Facility quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "The bathrooms needed updating and people at the tent area made a comment that it took a while to get a turn at the showers," reports Stephanie H. about Jellystone Park Gardiner, noting weekend capacity issues during peak season.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking for weekend stays from June through August, though some allow walk-ins. "Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. Must book the entire holiday weekend 3 days," explains Amanda B. regarding Winding Hills Park's policy.
Noise considerations: Campgrounds vary in their enforcement of quiet hours. "We had site 31 (drive up) and I recommend that as it is near the comfort station and back enough from the road and other sites that you have some space to yourself," recommends Cory D. about Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Campground activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Birchwood Acres offers structured programming specifically for children. "They have activities on the weekends with Yogi the mascot such as wagon rides, dance parties, arts n crafts," reports Sambath T., highlighting the organized entertainment available.
Water features for kids: Several campgrounds provide water play areas beyond traditional swimming pools. "Nice pool that is shallow so you can relax and let the little ones go in the water park section alone or they have a 3 ft pool also," explains Amanda S. about Jellystone Park Gardiner.
Playground access: Many regional campgrounds include playground equipment for different age groups. "The resort is decked out with 2 playgrounds, a splash park, kiddie pool, family pool and hot tub," notes Sambath T. about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Birchwood Acres.
Off-peak visits: For quieter family camping, consider mid-week stays when possible. "The campground was well maintained overall...Originally I thought it was the gloom of the weather that made this place seem pretty plain and run down. But now that its a beautiful day, the grounds are about the same," reports Sammii D. about Thousand Trails Rondout Valley.
Tips for RVers
Site selection: Korns Campgrounds offers water and electric hookups even at tent sites, providing flexibility for small RVs. "We parked right next to our camp site and had water, fire pit, outlets, and our car all in one area," notes Daniella P., describing the convenient layout.
Dump station access: Several campgrounds offer sanitary dump stations, though availability and hours may be limited. "Dump stations if need and a service to come to your rig to collect waste if you don't want to move it," mentions Robert M. about Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, highlighting an unusual service option.
Hookup limitations: Not all sites with power provide full 50-amp service. "We had a nice full hookup site minus the neighbors' weekend ragers," reports Kasey M. about Thousand Trails Rondout Valley, noting the social dynamics that can affect RV camping experiences.
Size restrictions: Many area campgrounds cannot accommodate large Class A motorhomes or fifth wheels. "This property has several sites for you to setup your tent, camper, van, or RV (only small tow behinds or popups, no large RVs)," clarifies Ashley F. regarding Boulder Point Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Spring Glen, NY?
What camping is available near Spring Glen, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Spring Glen, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 214 campgrounds and RV parks near Spring Glen, NY and 11 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Spring Glen, NY?
Which is the most popular campground near Spring Glen, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Spring Glen, NY is Jellystone Park™ Gardiner with a 4.3-star rating from 32 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Spring Glen, NY?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Spring Glen, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Spring Glen, NY.
What parks are near Spring Glen, NY?
What parks are near Spring Glen, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Spring Glen, NY that allow camping, notably Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreation River and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
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