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Best Tent Sites Near Tivoli, NY (32)
1. Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground
8 Reviews•45 Photos•82 SavesThe campground is dedicated to the memory of Sam Pryor, an extraordinary conservationist whose life's work included bringing this project to fruition. More information about the campground can be found at https://americanalpineclub.org/gunks-campground The American Alpine Club and Mohonk Preserve are cooperatively managing the campground. Campground amenities include a pavilion and cooking area, bathhouse and restroom facilities, and circulation trails. There are 24 drive-in spots (one vehicle per site) and 26 walk-in spots. All sites accommodate up to two tents (and four people) per pad. Showers are $1 for 4 minutes and are coin-operated. No RVs, no trailers, and no vehicles over 22'. Members receive a discount on their stay, you can register for membership through the American Alpine Club at www.americanalpineclub.org/join or through the Mohonk Preserve. Campers may access Mohonk Preserve, New York State's largest nonprofit nature preserve, via a connector trail to the Preserve's Visitor Center and historic carriage road network for world-class rock climbing and bouldering, hiking, mountain biking, trail running, and nature exploration. Memberships and day-use passes are available at the Visitor Center and all Preserve trailheads.
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2. Giant Ledge Primitive Camp
6 Reviews•24 Photos•280 Saves- Pets
- Fires
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- Group
- Dispersed
- Firewood Available
3. Rudd Pond - Taconic State Park
4 Reviews•21 Photos•49 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Trash
4. Getaway Catskill Campground - New York
1 Review•13 Photos•32 SavesGetaway Campgrounds offers a modern, immersive outdoor experience for today’s camper. Each campsite is built for comfort, with clean and modern amenities designed to help you soak in your surroundings.
Our campsites are about 200 square feet with approximately 10’ by 10’ of space for a tent. Each campsite is surrounded by nature and offers a secluded, covered structure complete with a picnic table, hammock, fire pit, and Adirondack chairs.
You’ll also have a kitchenette fit for cooking with a propane burner (plus propane canister), and essentials including oil, salt + pepper, dishware, cutlery, and non-perishable provisions for purchase.
Plus, private bathroom suites (hot shower, toilet, and sink) are nearby.
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
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$79 - $119 / night
5. Rustic Lean-To
1 Review•5 Photos•13 SavesA very spacious wooded site that is in the shape of a triangle. The dimensions are approximately 100' by 100' by 50'. Perfect for the large group camp out or the family site. The Lean-to is approximately 10'x9', large enough for a small tent or keep the picnic table in there for bad weather. Large or multiple tents no problem, put your tents in the wooded area where there is room for multiple tents. There is a fire pit area, picnic table, 4 outdoor chairs and corn hole that all are included with the site. A seasonal stream runs along the campsite giving you a nice bubbling brook sound. Plenty of privacy. Within 15-20 minutes of our site is just about anything you could desire. Local restaurants, hiking, fishing, shopping, drive in movie and much much more. Rainy days no problem explore one of our nations pieces of history, Vanderbilt mansion, Theodore Roosevelt home, Montgomery Place Mansion, Poets walk, Ferncliff forest, or Art Omi. If you would like to look at some places close by, we have a google doc it is bit.ly/2KvA05U Please visit our website for list of rules, rentals, and options for our site Thank you
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$43 - $45 / night
6. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Lazy River
6 Reviews•6 Photos•21 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
7. The Peekamoose Valley
6 Reviews•21 Photos•227 Saves- Pets
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
8. Brassie Brook Lean-to - Bear Mountain
2 Reviews•17 Photos•49 Saves- Pets
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- Group
- Picnic Table
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9. Samuel F. Pryor III Campground at Lake Minnewaska
3 Reviews•108 Saves- Pets
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- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
$10 / night
10. Creek View Campground
2 Reviews•4 Photos•37 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
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$15 - $45 / night
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Recent Tent Reviews In Tivoli
535 Reviews of 32 Tivoli Campgrounds
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Ray P.
Guide
Spacious Skies Woodland Hills
Tightly squeezed sites.
Although sites are squeezed in, it is a nice family campground. However the site I had was steep grade from steps to picnic table. Flat ground area for camper was very narrow.Tricky footing for older folks like my wife and I. Particularly since my wife uses a cane.
Carol S.
Scout
Privacy Campground
Private but needs updates
I thought I read someplace that there is new ownership, at any rate the folks there were very nice. And the place lives up to its name. We’re not fond of RV parking lots and the sites were well spaced which gets it many extra points. We had a popup in a drive-through site at the bottom of the hill which was fine, though pretty muddy after a day of rain. With that hill there’s no place for larger RVs here unless they were to decide to use the field at the bottom. As far as infrastructure a lot of what is here is very old and dated, sometimes to the point of being comical, but it does appear some updates are happening. Bathroom building is decent and kept very clean (though it would be nice if any of the door latches on the women’s toilets worked.) It appears they have built or rebuilt some cabins. Hiking up and down the hill to the bathroom does get old and there is really no place to park there like most places have without blocking the road. Can squeeze in one car near the (ancient and yucky cold water) dishwashing station. There is a tiny campsite with cabin on the road below it, with a firepit and table like a foot away from the road. Maybe they should eliminate that site to make parking for a couple cars at least, as its a terrible campsite probably the only bad one there. (One night that site had 2 cars, with one blocking the road when we tried to drive past - they should have made the extra car stay down in the lot.) People moved their car a bit, but still had to drive very close to their bonfire. Like much of the area, there is essentially no cell coverage here. An area with wifi would be an excellent upgrade. I know, you’re camping, but sometimes you just need to do something, make a restaurant reservation, or check the weather.
Update- I just found and read an article about the change of ownership. Showed a picture of a recreation room. Where the heck was that? In the building labeled “the Barn?” Which I thought was an actual barn and off limits. The dyrt says there is wifi, maybe it was there? Would have been nice to know about.
Elizabeth D.
Traveler
Dingman's Family Campground
One of the nicest campgrounds!
Absolutely loved this campground, sites are well spaced and the surrounding area is gorgeous! We had a tent site right on the river and couldn’t have been happier with our stay. Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table. Facilities were exceptionally clean and the camp store was stunning!
Betty K.Scout
Fieldstone Farmstead
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I like everything about it. It's a nice thing to share a great story io games
Jacob D.Guide
Fernwood Forest Campground
Great and Friendly
This campground has a lot of amenities for what you pay. You can get a site with just water, or electric and water. Can do RV or tent. Warm showers and playground for kids with communal areas. Quiet and dark both nights and the staff is very friendly, the campground is in the family. Will definitely stay here again!
- PPatrick K.Scout
Winding Hills Park
Loved it!
Just Perfect!
- TTam E.Guide
Allaben Campground
Close to town, but private
Park on side of road, campfire located down slope. Very little traffic. Felt safe.
Cynthia K.
Legend
North-South Lake Campground
New York
We were on a 5 state East Coast camping trip. 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. Thursday & Friday it was Neverending rain & wind. Saturday was the nice day.
North South Lake has no electricity. The sites are almost all beautiful, tucked in under shady trees. Not a good way to try out our solar panel! Some are by a stream. A few are by the lake. This is a tent campers paradise. New York tent campers are hard core camping during Tropical Storm Debbie!
There are 7 loops. We were in loop 2. Site 85. There are some sites with an incline down to the site. That might give some rvs trouble. It did for us & I had to be driven out of the campground to call 911. Thank you Mary!! It all ended well & we got a different site.
There are bears that visit the campground & one came one of the nights & visited our camping neighbor's site. They showed us a picture- it was a large black bear.
Generators are allowed for 5 hours & they tell you when you can use them.
The bathrooms/showers are state park clean- which means not very.
There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged.
This is a hiking park & for this middle aged overweight flatlander they are pretty strenuous. Kaaterskill Falls is an exception - short, easy trail, but the parking fills up quickly. Then they close it! You'll have to take a shuttle to get in.
The trail to the Mountain House Site is also pretty easy, with more of an incline.
There's 2 nice lakes with beaches.
The Catskills are very scenic& we enjoyed our time there!
Drew H.GuideAllaben Campground
Nothing too special but got the job done
A great free spot for dispersed camping tucked right off the road. Had a fire pit and picnic table
mitchell M.ScoutNorth-South Lake Campground
Gorgeous
Gorgeous. There was a brook not far from our campsite, and it was only a short stroll to the lake. It was really peaceful when we visited in the middle of the week. Most websites are secretive and dark can play penalty shooters 2.
Michael G.Guide
Mongaup Pond
Great Catskill Campgroud
Really enjoyed our 2nd stay at Mongaup and will return. Good, private sites and a great pond. Facilities were clean and staff was very helpful and friendly.
SomadNomad M.Traveler
Granville State Forest
Gotta chance
Dyrt says $17-$54 went through all the hoops to book one for tonight said $17 per night went to check out expecting a few extra fees, $58.50.....that's over the max advertised....DYRT YOU NEED TO GO THROUGH AND DELETE BAD ENTRIES. YOU ARE A DISSAPOINTMENT.
- SomadNomad M.Traveler
October Mountain State Forest
WHAT!?
First off no same day reservations or walk ups allowed, second it yells you that the fee is $17.50 per site, I expected a little added extra fee for booking etc.... check out was $58.50 per night. I would have if they weren't so manipulative about it.
- Emily F.Guide
North-South Lake Campground
Nice sites
I really love this campground each of the campsites in our loop which was in the lower 100s, has a lot of foliage around it, creating privacy between you and the site next to you. There is a lake with swimming, clean bathrooms, clean, clean showers. Picnic table and fire pit with grill top. There’s a lot of bear activity here, so constantly cleaning up your food is very important. Definitely love it here for woodsy feel.
- TTyler K.Traveler
Phoenicia Black Bear Campground
Upstate fun!
Blackbear is such a fun spot. Always a good time, clean, and the perfect weekend away. This spot is only 40 minutes from my regular 9-5 and it feels like it’s in another world. When you wake up, look up at the black bears in the trees and enjoy the water!!
Sara R.Scout
Windmill Hill - White Memorial Campground
Quiet woods
I booked site 5 for the week. Great experience! Quiet woods atmosphere with trail’s. Wonderful place to camp. Very clean
- AAndrew W.Scout
Flat Creek Rd.
Doesn’t exist
We ended up having to spend the night at a different campsite that were familiar with this place. This place is a scam.
G Y.Scout
Lake Waramaug State Park
Quiet Rustic Camping
My family has been camping at Lake Waramaug for over 20 years. I can say most of what’s been said is true or partially so but whether it’s bad or good depends on your point of view. Note that we are a Scout family and my husband and son have camped many days well off the grid with only the gear and food in their backpacks. That skews our point of view.
First off, Connecticut’s state campgrounds are not KOA’s.
Do not expect top of the line activities that private campgrounds have.
What it does have are clean, large sites that are partially wooded and not out in the open.
The lake is great for kayaking, paddle boarding, canoes and for fishing. Bring your own gear but kayak and canoe rentals are available. The swim area is marginal- best for little ones.
This park is remote from all conveniences- pack it in or expect a drive. There have been several times I’ve driven to the Dunkin Donuts miles down the road for coffee but I find using a French press is more convenient. For takeout there’s the White Horse on 202. It’s ranked a top restaurant in the state - the food is good.
Never have we had issues with wildlife besides squirrels and ducks. Leave no trace is important - it keeps the unwelcome wildlife out.
There have been issues with the bathrooms off and on over the decades. It seems like they’ve finally fixed everything. Our trip of 7/27-28 showed everything was fine.
The only on-site services are firewood and ice sales. The little food shack is out of business.
Yes, cell service is basically non-existent. Our trip this weekend was the first time we received more than 1 bar in 20 years. Actually we were a bit disappointed because this camp ground is a great place to disconnect and relax. Being forced to put away the devices is heaven in my mind. You can drive about 5+ minutes out and get cell service. Regarding rowdiness, of the 20+ times we’ve camped only twice was it a problem.
Also, this place is not glamping. The area is rural, so cows do moo at 6am, and kids are up even earlier. If you like to sleep in skip and rent a B&B.
Also if you want a better place to swim go to Mt.Tom state park about 10 minutes up the road. It’s a day use only park-no camping- but the lake is gorgeous and there are very few people there.
- mikeScout
Fieldstone Farmstead
Amazing experience!
My partner and I booked a weekend at Fieldstone Farmstead and it was such a pleasant experience.
The outdoor shower and outhouse were such an appreciated amenity. The proximity to hiking trails and lakes was such an added benefit as well. We would have been happy hanging out in the alpaca pen all day, but it was great to cool off in the nearby lake.
The campsite was clean and free of leaves and sticks.
Always felt safe on the property and the star gazing was a beautiful sight. Clean, quiet and cozy weekend. Would recommend to anyone.
- KKarl F.Traveler
Winding Hills Park
Beautiful forest area
The forest is beautiful around the park. Lake is pretty too. Site we stayed at was nice and level for a yent, plenty of trees for a hammock
- PPaul A.Scout
Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Lazy River
Great Campsite for Families and Kids
Great first tent camping experience for kids. Lots of activities, clean restrooms. One thing to keep in mind is the tent sites on the opposite side of the road from the river has no shade. Site gets pretty hot on a sunny day. Sites by the river have some shade.
Bianca D.ScoutFieldstone Farmstead
Peaceful and relaxing stay
Although we were rained on in the beginning, the stay was very relaxing and pleasant. Dave and Kate were extremely kind and helpful. The animals were also very adorable and sweet to be around. I would definitely recommend staying here and visiting parks in the area.
- AAmy G.Traveler
Spacious Skies Woodland Hills
Great weekend site
We rented a rustic campsite for a long weekend and it was way better than expected. 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. There are only two showers in each gendered bathroom, but there are so many RVs here it never was an issue. The pool is being renovated so it is currently closed.
Luka M.TravelerNorth-South Lake Campground
Fun place, good camp
Been there couple of times. Love it. Two lakes. Highly recommended.
Kipa S.Guide
Little Pond - DEC
Thank you
Nice quiet campgrounds close to the Beaver kill and great service staff was supper friendly and helpful
Robinson E.Scout
Lake Taghkanic State Park
The cleanliness of the facilities at the campsite
@geometry dash lite talk with me It is quite peaceful, spotless, and well worth the money. The showers are hot and have lots of water pressure. The cleanliness of the facilities at the campsite is influenced by the volume of activity.
michael A.Traveler
Brookside Campground
Great experience
I went last year with my kids they loved the arcade small but it's a camp ground the playground area was nice. We use tents and got a bad storm the owner called and let up bunk in the arcade for the night since she was worried. They have animals the kids can go check out. The pool is nice and they offer fun activists for the kids as well honestly try it out.
Guide to Tivoli
Camping near Tivoli, New York, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
What to do:
- Hiking: The area is known for its scenic trails. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking options, with one reviewer mentioning, "This is a hiking park... Kaaterskill Falls is an exception - short, easy trail."
- Fishing: If you love fishing, you’re in luck! Campers have shared experiences like, "You’ve got fishing either in 2 private lakes or you can fish in the river," at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds.
- Swimming: Some campgrounds have swimming areas. A visitor at Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park noted, "The swimming there felt really clean and I loved the dock."
What campers like:
- Natural Beauty: Campers rave about the stunning surroundings. One happy camper at North-South Lake Campground said, "The Catskills are very scenic & we enjoyed our time there!"
- Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. A reviewer at Clarence Fahnestock State Park mentioned, "Some sites good. Some very poor," indicating that while some sites are close together, others provide nice privacy.
- Friendly Staff: Campers appreciate helpful staff. A visitor at Kenneth L Wilson Campground shared, "The ladies that run this campground are absolute queens and were so nice and helpful."
What you should know:
- Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. One camper at Little Pond - DEC noted, "No Verizon service and starlink was spotty."
- Facilities Vary: Some campgrounds have modern facilities, while others may be older. A visitor at Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park said, "The bathrooms are very outdated and not cleaned often enough."
- Noise Levels: Depending on the time of year, some campgrounds can be noisy. A reviewer at Taconic State Park mentioned, "There is a lot of noise, a lot of people, and not much enforcement of the rules."
Tips for camping with families:
- Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. A parent at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner said, "This campground has a lot of activities and has kids of all ages galore."
- Choose Quiet Times: If you want a peaceful experience, consider going during the week. A camper at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC noted, "It was really peaceful when we visited in the middle of the week."
- Pack Essentials: Bring your own firewood and supplies, as some campgrounds may not sell them. A visitor at Woodland Valley Campground - DEC mentioned, "No firewood for sale."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds said, "We were assured that it would fit... I had to drive off of the road on several occasions to make it through."
- Look for Full Hookups: Many RVers prefer campgrounds with full hookups. A camper at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park shared, "There was plenty of water pressure with grey water hookups."
- Plan for Check-In Delays: Be prepared for longer check-in times, especially on weekends. A visitor at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner noted, "It took 45-minutes to check-in."
Camping near Tivoli, New York, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Tivoli, NY is Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 8 reviews.
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