Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park permits pets throughout its tent and RV sites, with electric hookups available for campers traveling with animals. Croton Point Park accommodates pets year-round across tent, RV, and cabin camping options, offering water and electric hookups with convenient trash disposal. Many campgrounds in the area enforce leash requirements, though some visitors have noted inconsistent enforcement of pet policies. The enclosed dog park at one nearby campground features only a 3-foot fence, potentially inadequate for more athletic breeds like border collies. West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area and Lake Frederick Outdoor Recreation Area both welcome pets with fire rings and picnic tables at each site.
Hiking trails throughout Harriman State Park provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, though owners should remain vigilant for wildlife encounters. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation maintains pet-friendly trails and campsites with proper leash control required. A serious dog bite incident occurred at Jellystone Park Gardiner involving an off-leash pit bull, highlighting the importance of adhering to leash requirements and supervision. Campers should pack adequate water for pets during summer months when temperatures rise, particularly at exposed sites with limited shade. Most campgrounds provide access to water sources, though availability varies by season. Stokes State Forest offers numerous pet-friendly trails but visitors should be aware of potential encounters with poison ivy, ticks, and occasional rattlesnakes when hiking with dogs.
$17 - $20 / night
"15 dolares la noche para los que viven en el Estado de New York o New York city .. si es fuera del estado son $5 dolares mas!!"
"Drive-in tent campgrounds. Adequate restroom facilities sprinkled amongst tent sites. Some campsites have raised platforms. All sites have picnic tables and fire ring with flip-top grill."
$17 / night
"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."
"When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."
$30 - $60 / night
"Tent sites are very private with some dirt roads to exit out but thats what make it unique experience! Bathrooms with shower is near by and has plenty porta potties all around."
"Was close to bear mountains state part and the train station is right there!"
$25 - $40 / night
"Love the proximity to NYC - I always look for areas that are not too far, but not too close to NY. Beautiful but small-ish tent sites."
"We are looking forward to stopping by Round Pond again in the near future."
$74 - $130 / night
"It is a step up from cabin camping. They also have a beach behind it."
"This place is only an hour away from NYC with so much to do and see. These cabins are VERY rustic, four walls, a cot, and a fridge."
$20 - $150 / night
"Yes, this is a military-only campground but, that doesn't take away from how incredible it is and that is properly advertised.
This place is incredible. "
$45 - $55 / night
"Pet friendly and kid friendly with a playground available. Our favorite site is #25. Up a hill, totally private and has a lean-to."
"Close to the city and civilization, yet large enough to have nice trails and creeks to feel away from it all. The camping sites are very different so it’s useful to go in person and select the area."
"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."
"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."
$82 - $95 / night
"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."
"Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue."
"The staff was nice and they were dog friendly!"
ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Nice campground with lots of activities and things to do. However, we picked this place because it has an enclosed dog park. It does have an enclosed dog park but the fence is only 3 feet high. While this might be fine for some dogs, I have 2 young border collies that will jump that fence like it is not even there.
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.
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.
ScoutRecently, we camped here for a week. We don’t ever post negative reviews like this. The last day, we experienced a violent attack by a very large and aggressive Pit Bull. The Pit Bull did not have a collar or a leash and was accidently let out of the RV to roam free and unsupervised. It immediately ran to our site(4 sites away) and attacked our dog that was tied at the time. The incident was unprovoked. While trying to save our dog, my wife and I were also attacked. The wounds were serious enough to require emergency transport to a hospital for treatment including stitches. All we could think of was what might have happened if our granddaughter had been playing with our dog.
To put it mildly, their existing pet policy is grossly lacking. They never checked what breed of dog or ask to see documentation of shots when we were registering. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park needs to better manage their pet policy to address aggressive dog breeds and ensure the safety of campers. We camped there for seven days and saw multiple sites have more than one large dog, which in many places we’ve camped at would have been banned due to breed type or size. We have RV’ed extensively across the US and have never seen such careless enforcement of a pet policy regarding aggressive dog breeds. Seriously, think about avoiding this park if you have pets or small children.
TravelerGood for skinny dipping and other fun things! Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe.
TravelerSome things you should be aware of before booking: The office, playground, dog park, pool, laundry are located at the top of the hill. Camping spots are downhill, a good distance from the office and amenities. Trash is located off site in a pullout on the road you drive in on. There are 2 showers for women and 2 for men. Both are old and not well maintained or in our experience clean, either. In general the camping spots are not well maintained, weedy, un-level and picnic tables are weathered and warped. This resort campground is composed of mainly residents, the rules (we observed) apply to the overnight campers, not the residents. Children of the residents run free all day and past curfew in the evenings unsupervised. The setting is quiet, the views from the upper level are lovely. With some updating of bath facilities, cleaning and leveling of campsites, uniform enforcement of rules, Pleasant Acres could become a resort destination.
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.
Camping options near Tomkins Cove extend along the western bank of the Hudson River at elevations ranging from 200 to 800 feet. The region experiences distinct four seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and frequent afternoon thunderstorms during July and August. Fall camping season typically extends through late October when nighttime temperatures drop into the 40s.
Hiking trails for all abilities: Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground offers extensive trail networks connecting directly to campsites. One visitor noted, "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." The park maintains over 15 miles of interconnected hiking routes.
Swimming at developed beaches: Ward Pound Ridge Reservation provides multiple water access points with varying amenities. A recent camper mentioned, "Clean porta potties and beautiful little creeks and waterways." The reservation maintains several shallow creek access points suitable for wading during summer months.
Fishing opportunities: Croton Point Park offers shoreline fishing along the Hudson River. A visitor described, "A gorgeous camping ground right on the Hudson with beach and trails. Short 5 minute drive to nearby supermarket to pick up food or firewood." Bass and panfish are common catches during spring and summer months.
Quiet weekday camping: Campers appreciate the reduced crowds midweek at most area campgrounds. A visitor to Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground observed, "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."
Proximity to New York City: The region's accessibility draws many weekend campers. A camper at Beaver Pond Campground noted, "About 30 minutes from sleepy hollow and tarrytown NY and only an hour to central park!! Deer running everywhere and surprisingly beautiful and quaint." Most campgrounds are within a 90-minute drive from Manhattan.
Wildlife viewing: Natural settings provide opportunities to observe local fauna. At Beaver Pond Campground, one camper described, "A quick 40 minutes north of NYC, Harriman State Park has an eclectic little campground called Beaver Pond. Offering the peaceful tranquility of sitting under the changing oak, sumacs, maples, and poplars."
Site selection matters: Choose campsites based on specific needs rather than general location. A regular visitor to Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park mentioned, "The grounds are far too well trimmed, as you can see in one of the videos. There is wide open space and the paths are well paved so kids can have fun riding the bikes or running around."
Seasonal availability varies: Most campgrounds operate from April through October with limited winter options. A camper at Sebago Cabin Camp stated, "The beach is closed after Labor Day to the public, but open to people staying at the campsite. Clean and beautiful. Great hikes."
Noise considerations: Some locations experience noise from nearby infrastructure. A visitor to Croton Point Park reported, "Only down side is there is a train depot right outside and you can hear them shunting trains all night." Sites farther from main roads typically offer quieter conditions.
Dog-friendly campgrounds near Tomkins Cove: West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area welcomes pets at designated sites with specific restrictions. A visitor noted, "We've been coming here for at least 13 years. We love that its a place specifically for Vets and active Military. Everyone is amazingly respectful of each other and the caretakers take such care of the grounds." Most campgrounds require 6-foot leashes and current vaccination records.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. A visitor to Round Pond mentioned, "We were very impressed with the playground on site! Unfortunately, due to our early start in the camping season the weather did not allow us to enjoy fishing or the beach or water hook ups, however all areas looked well maintained."
Nature programs: Educational activities enhance family camping experiences. A visitor to Sebago Cabin Camp reported, "Sebago has great activities like outdoor movies and communal bonfires on weekends. I was told by ranger Joe they also do Karaoke nights too." Many parks offer ranger-led programs during summer weekends.
Off-season camping options: Black Bear RV Park remains open year-round with winterized services. A winter visitor noted, "This was our first stop and primarily chosen because it was one of the few places along our route that was open for RVs in the off season. They currently only accept reservations over the phone. The person I spoke to was friendly and helpful." Winter camping requires additional preparation and equipment.
Site layout considerations: RV campers should research specific sites before booking. At Black Bear RV Park, a camper observed, "Have stayed here several times - great location and nice, full hook-up sites. Back-in and pull through sites and can accommodate large rigs." Many campgrounds post site dimensions and access information online.
Limited hookups at some locations: Not all campgrounds offer full RV services. A camper at New York City North-Newburgh KOA recommended, "If staying here and concerned about branches I'd suggest one of the pull through sites. Specifically 138, 146 and 145 have a nice concrete patio and nicer firepit if you want to spend a little more." Most campgrounds clearly indicate which sites offer water, electric, and sewer connections.
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