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Best Campgrounds near Stephentown, NY

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The campground landscape around Stephentown, New York features a mix of established state parks and private campgrounds across western Massachusetts and eastern New York. Cherry Plain State Park Campground, located 4 miles east of Stephentown, provides tent and RV sites with electrical hookups, showers, and toilets. Several mixed-use campgrounds dot the region, including Mt. Greylock Campsite Park in nearby Lanesborough and Pittsfield State Forest Campground, both offering varied accommodation types from tent sites to RV hookups with varying amenities. Many campgrounds in this area maintain wooded settings that provide privacy between sites.

Seasonal operation affects most campgrounds in the region, with many facilities open from May through October. "The season was from mid May to mid October," noted one camper about Pittsfield State Forest. Travelers should check reservation requirements as most established campgrounds require advance bookings, especially during summer weekends and holidays. Cell coverage varies significantly throughout the mountainous terrain - many campgrounds have limited or no service. Road access to some campgrounds involves navigating steep, gravel roads which may challenge larger RVs or trailers. Weather conditions in the Berkshire Mountains can change rapidly, with cooler temperatures even during summer months, particularly at higher elevations like Mt. Greylock.

Campers consistently highlight the natural setting and quiet atmosphere as primary draws to the area. Several visitors mentioned appreciation for the wooded privacy between sites at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park, with one noting "sites were large and wooded" with "great access to Mt Greylock and LOTS of hiking close by." Bathroom facilities receive mixed reviews across campgrounds - Cherry Plain State Park earned praise for clean facilities while some older campgrounds show signs of needed updates. Water features add recreational value to several campgrounds, with Cherry Plain State Park offering a small beach area for swimming. Family-friendly amenities like playgrounds and organized activities appear at some private campgrounds but are less common at state park facilities. Hiking opportunities abound throughout the region, with many campgrounds providing direct access to trail networks.

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Best Camping Sites Near Stephentown, New York (179)

    1. Mt. Greylock Campsite Park

    30 Reviews
    Lanesborough, MA
    7 miles
    +1 (413) 447-9419

    $40 - $70 / night

    "Great access to Mt Greylock and LOTS of hiking close by. Staff was so accommodating-always willing to spend time giving recommendations."

    "Great family atmosphere w very positive neighbors and owners... Fantastic. 5 stars"

    2. Sperry Road Campground — Mount Greylock State Reservation

    15 Reviews
    New Ashford, MA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 499-4262

    $8 - $35 / night

    "We arrived at the shelter and there were some campers we greeted and then we pitched a tent nearby (vincinity camping allowed)."

    "The site was clean, dry, and a nice walk off the main trail. The staff was friendly as well. We hikes around during the days and saw some spectacular views."

    3. Pittsfield State Forest Campground

    9 Reviews
    Hancock, MA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 442-8992

    $14 - $35 / night

    "Sites 1-9 are located near Berry Pond and are serviced by a pit toilet. The rest are about 1.5 miles south on the loop road."

    "Stayed in a campsite near the road and the brook. It was clean and quiet. The road was right next to the site, but most drivers were respectful and drove slow."

    4. Cherry Plain State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Cherry Plain, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 733-5400

    $14 - $17 / night

    "We love the loop of sites near the entrance near the water for views but close to the bathroom, ranger station, and trails. Farther from the beach so there is less impact from the day visitors."

    "There are a number of “walk in” sites that are all lovely, I suggest the sites toward the back of the park. Hot showers, bathrooms, and dishwashing stations are available."

    5. Bonnie Brae Cabins and Campsites

    6 Reviews
    Lanesborough, MA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 442-3754

    $39 - $95 / night

    "It's a compact,clean campground tucked at the end of a quiet neighborhood street, within walking distance to a lake. Many of the RV site are occupied by seasonal campers, and the sites are well-kept."

    "It’s located off a dead end street . There is a lame right down the street. They have cabins, tent sites and everything sites. Have a small camp store. But downtown Pittsfield very close by."

    6. October Mountain State Forest Campground

    16 Reviews
    Lenox Dale, MA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 243-1778

    $17 - $55 / night

    "The campsite was peaceful and quiet and mostly tucked into the hillside. I did see the electrical station at the entrance but the sound didn’t reach where I was staying at site 33."

    "Some of the sites are very visible and a few are tucked away into the woods with privacy. Most are pretty close to their neighbors."

    7. Schodack Island State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Coeymans, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 732-0187

    $17 - $26 / night

    "The park ensures you’ll have what you need with stores within close proximity and the staff even offers ice and firewood delivery to your site."

    "Wonderful hikes and beautiful walks. Boat docks looked pretty easy for ins and outs, and the pavilions were huge!"

    8. Spacious Skies Woodland Hills

    7 Reviews
    West Stockbridge, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 392-3557

    $999 / night

    "My first visit to New York state was amazing, largely in part due to my campsite at the Woodland Hills campground."

    "The staff was helpful, the site was pretty and there are so many places to hike and the best of the Berkshires so close by."

    9. Fernwood Forest Campground

    6 Reviews
    Hinsdale, MA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 655-2292

    "Good local access to numerous hiking trails in the area. We’ll certainly go again the future."

    10. Aqua Vista Valley Campgrounds

    7 Reviews
    Petersburg, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 658-3659
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  • M
    Oct. 26, 2025

    North-South Lake Campground

    Beautiful grounds HORRIBLE STAFF

    I don’t normally write reviews especially a negative one. We had a very upsetting experience at North-South Lake. We drove over two hours to visit my husband’s childhood campground for the first time with our three kids(ages 5, 7, and 9). When we arrived at the entrance, we were asked if it was a day visit, and we said yes, we were only staying for the day. We paid the fee, received a map, and drove in. My husband was so excited to finally share this place and create memories with our children. Looking for a place to park, we thought we were lucky to find an empty campsite in one of the loops where he used to camp as a child.

    We parked the car hoping to enjoy the view of the lake, take a walk, and maybe make the kids a couple of s’mores before heading home.

     At around 2:15–2:30 p.m., the “SUPERVISOR” in the white Kia approached us in an extremely rude and nasty manner, speaking as if we were committing a serious crime and comparing our situation to“sleeping in someone else’s hotel room.” She asked us if we had a reservation; we said no. She said,“Someone else reserved this spot.” We were very apologetic, embarrassed, and immediately put our stuff in the car. I said they could have told us; we would have moved right away. I’m sorry. 

    She said,“They aren’t supposed to talk to you; that’s why they send me here.” She told us we had ten minutes to leave, waited there while we put our chair, blanket, and s’more cookies in the car, and refused our 9-year-old daughter access to the bathroom while we packed up our three things, and even followed us out of the loop to make sure we didn’t park elsewhere. My daughter came to us crying because the lady told her she couldn’t use the bathroom and had to get in the car. Well, she had an accident in the car right as we were pulling out. 

    We were mortified and apologetic. My husband even offered to leave the firewood we had just purchased for the next campers, but she was dismissive and harsh about that as well. 

    The following day, I called and asked to speak with a manager to explain how we were treated. The manager was just as unfriendly and miserable sounding as the supervisor. I was told they had been looking for us“for hours” and that it’s“common sense” not to park in a campsite. She actually said it’s considered trespassing. So, a friendly warning for first-time visitors: Apparently, if you don’t know that“day use” doesn’t mean“park in any empty campsite,” just for the day, you’re officially a trespassing criminal, at least according to the manager. 

    Reading the website now, I see that check-in for people with reservations is at 2 p.m., which was the time we were trying to make a small fire, so unless someone left their site and returned, it’s unclear how they could have been looking for us“for hours.” We were right there at 2pm. 

    The website also states: Day Use• Anyone who is not camping is a day-user. Day-use hours are from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Day-users are not allowed between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. 

    We were not camping but didn’t realize we couldn’t park in an empty campsite. I think“common sense” would be to inform DAY USE visitors at the ENTRANCE to use public parking, especially for families or first-time visitors who may not be camping experts. Bottom line: this was my husband’s childhood family spot. We just wanted to take a beautiful fall drive and have a special day with our kids. 

    We understand now that we needed to reserve the parking spot ahead of time, and it was an honest misunderstanding. I would have even offered to pay for the campers’ stay for their trouble. What we wish for is that the staff had approached us respectfully and explained the situation instead of treating us like criminals. Imagine being such a miserable person and working in such a BEAUTIFUL and peaceful place for families. 

    This was meant to be a special family day, honoring memories of my father-in-law and creating new ones with our children. Instead, it became stressful and humiliating. Sadly, this is what our children will remember about the day and about North South Lake

  • Sue B.
    Oct. 24, 2025

    Austin Hawes Memorial Campground — American Legion State Forest

    Great State Forest Campground

    Austin Hawes (also known as American Legion State Forest/Campground) is a great little place in a beautiful part of the State. They have cabins if you want some of the creature comforts, as well as sites suitable for tents or campers. Have camped here before in tents and a pop up, it's right on the Farmington River, so we have gone tubing down the river, swimming and fishing as well. The bathrooms have showers and flush toilets, there are hiking trails in and near the campground, and stores not too far. Sites vary in size and privacy.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Zoar Outdoor

    Nice and would like to visit again but not within 12 hours-BOO

    I’m writing this mid-October from western MA. In between homes and looked forward to staying another night, but can not because of a 12 hour advance policy. There were plenty of tent sites available last night. Not a happy camper.

  • Carroll K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gus's Gardens Camping

    It was quite and peaceful

    We enjoyed our stay with Gus very much. With the email to confirm our stay, there were excellent directions to get there. It is behind his home by a lake with creek nearby. There is also a hiking trail. We had no problems. If we are in the area again, we would camp here again.  Thanks

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Sage's Revine

    Not highest recommended

    There was a bunch of signs that said no parking so we parked at the entrance to the trailhead. The area itself is beautiful but I believe it is more for tent camping versus cars, overlanding vehicles and RVs.

  • Keith L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Jamaica State Park Campground

    Great Camping Experience at Jamaica State Park

    This was our second stay at this Vermont State Park. It was a great three days. The park rangers were tremendous in ensuring we had a great visit. They worked with us to get the right site. The bathroom facilities, while rustic, were clean. There is a plethora of things to do in the park itself and in the local community. Nonetheless, it starts and ends with the management of the campground. Lauren, the campground manager, and her team of professionals, do a great job. We will definitely return.

  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Brookside Campground

    Not a recreational campsite

    Full disclosure, we did not stay here. PLEASE, folks that leave reviews on this app, PLEASE say whether it’s a full-timer campsite or a recreational campsite. We paid for two weeks in advance of arriving at this site based on reviews available on Google and Dyrt. However, when we arrived we were surprised that this was mostly a trailer park. Call me picky, but I really prefer not to camp in an area where folks are living full time. Just not the vibe I’m going for. We decided to leave without staying. We called to see if we could get a refund and they were very kind and it wasn’t a problem. But just be warned… this is not a recreational campsite.

  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Whip O Will Campsites

    Not for recreational campers

    Full disclosure, we did not stay here. PLEASE, folks that leave reviews on this app, PLEASE say whether it’s a full-timer campsite or a recreational campsite. We arrived after leaving another campsite in the area (that was also 100% full timers) and were disappointed to find that this site was all permanent campers with crap everywhere. One site even had a funeral home sign hanging out front of an entire plywood addition to their camper…like what? Call me picky, but I don’t feel entirely comfortable camping for fun next to folks who live in the campground like this. After driving through the super narrow and rutted out roads to the site they recommend, a man came hauling a** into our site (with a beer in his hand) and was saying “hello hellooooo.” Said he was the owner of the campsite and asked if we were staying, we said we were thinking about it, just checking out the available sites (as the lady up front told us to do). TL;DR- bad vibes. Didn’t stay. Be warned this is a full time campsite with crap everywhere. The lady working the office was super nice though.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Branch Pond on National Forest Hwy

    Amazing camping spots with fire pits!

    Tons of different styles of camping spots (if you get there while its still sunlight you can pick a spot by a flowing stream/river). No public bathrooms, no hookups, I personally didn’t have service.

Guide to Stephentown

Camping near Stephentown, New York, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and cozy campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are great trails nearby, especially at Mount Greylock State Reservation. One visitor mentioned, "The trails were completely perfectly maintained with some 2x6 boards over the muddy bits so our boots didn't get wet."
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Campground — D.A.R. State Forest is close to a lake with fishing opportunities. A camper noted, "There is a campers only beach on upper highland lake that was easy walking distance from the campsite."
  • Exploring Local Towns: The nearby town of Wilmington is charming and has microbreweries. One camper at Molly Stark State Park Campground said, "The nearby town of Wilmington is classy and there are a number of micro breweries within a short distance."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A visitor at Woodford State Park Campground remarked, "The bathrooms are BEAUTIFUL! the nicest I've seen yet."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have welcoming hosts. One camper at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park shared, "Pat and Gordon are incredibly welcoming hosts."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A review for Schodack Island State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are amongst the most spacious I’ve ever seen."

What you should know:

  • Reservations: Some campgrounds, like October Mountain State Forest, require reservations in advance. One camper noted, "First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for varying noise levels. A visitor at Taconic State Park mentioned, "There is a lot of noise, a lot of people, and not much enforcement of the rules."
  • Wildlife: Bears are present in some areas, so it's important to store food properly. A camper at Molly Stark State Park Campground said, "It is an active bear area."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. One camper at Northampton / Springfield KOA mentioned, "They have a fire truck ride that brings you around the campsite and hay-less rides."
  • Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A visitor at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground noted, "The 10 pm quiet policy was well followed by everyone."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy. A camper at Schodack Island State Park Campground suggested, "Firewood can be delivered to your campsite as well as Ice."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park said, "The camp sites were well shaded and spacious."
  • Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with dump stations for convenience. One visitor at Woodford State Park Campground mentioned, "There is a nice shop just around the corner, north on Rte 7."
  • Connectivity: If you need to stay connected, check for cell service. A camper at Schodack Island State Park Campground noted, "Good Verizon connection. Used our hot spot to stream Netflix."

Camping near Stephentown, New York, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Stephentown, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Stephentown, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 179 campgrounds and RV parks near Stephentown, NY and 21 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Stephentown, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Stephentown, NY is Mt. Greylock Campsite Park with a 4.6-star rating from 30 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Stephentown, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 free dispersed camping spots near Stephentown, NY.

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