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Best Tent Sites Near Tuckahoe, NY (12)

    Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
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    1. Hammonasset Beach State Park

    38 Reviews
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    288 Saves

    Hammonasset Beach State Park is the largest of Connecticut’s shoreline parks. Two-mile beach, facilities for swimming, camping (third weekend in May to Columbus Day), picnicking, saltwater fishing, scuba diving, hiking and boating; concessions. Nature center and interpretive programs. Bicycle rentals available through Labor Day, rates begin at $10 per hour and range up to $75 per week, with discounts for children. Helmets provided free to use and are mandatory for riders 15 and younger. Note: Lifeguards on duty on Wednesday through Sunday. Pricing: Weekdays: free for CT vehicles; $15/out-of-state $7 after 4:00 pm. Weekends and holidays: free for CT vehicles; $22/out-of-state $7 after 4:00 pm William F. Miller Campground. 558 open sites. Concession, dumping station, bathrooms, showers. Saltwater swimming and fishing. Individual fireplaces not provided. No pets.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    • Trash

    $20 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park
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    2. Wildwood State Park

    22 Reviews
    64 Photos
    216 Saves

    Take the Virtual Tour! - WILDWOOD STATE PARK Wildwood State Park comprises 600 acres of undeveloped hardwood forest, terminating on the high bluff overlooking Long Island Sound. Swimmers can take advantage of the cool waters of the Sound, and picnickers can relax at shaded picnic tables as their children enjoy the nearby playground. Visitors can fish and use the hiking and cross-country ski trails, making this an enjoyable place to camp and be outdoors in any season. Geography: Wildwood State Park is located near Long Island Sound, on the north shore of Long Island, in Suffolk County. Recreation: Considered a flagship facility, visitors can enjoy the beach, biking, camper recreation programs, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and cross-country skiing. During July and August, movies are shown weekly, and once a week, campers can enjoy an evening of line or square dancing. Facilities: The park has 2 miles of beach on the Long Island sound for fishing and swimming. Each campsite has a picnic table, and dumping stations are nearby. There are 10 cottages, each with a fire ring, screened-in patio, and are available for rent through mid-November. The campground recycles newspaper and cardboard. Other amenities include food concessions, a nature trail, twelve miles of marked hiking trails, a picnic area, basketball courts, ball fields, a playground, and showers. Firewood is for sale at the park; bring your own barbecue or metal fire container.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Watch Hill Family Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Watch Hill Family Campground
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    3. Watch Hill Family Campground

    7 Reviews
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    99 Saves

    Accessible by private boat or ferry, Watch Hill is located directly across the Great South Bay from Patchogue, and the campground is a 1/4-mile walk from the ferry dock. When it comes to Fire Island Camping, the family-friendly campground is within walking distance of visitor center, marina, general store, ocean beach (lifeguarded during summer months), showers and bathhouse, nature trails, and Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune Wilderness. The Watch Hill campground has 26 tent sites and one group campsite. Most sites have a sandy base, so you'll need appropriately long tent stakes. There is one universally accessible site on a raised platform.

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      4. Fire Island National Seashore

      1 Review
      10 Saves
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Dispersed

      $25 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
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      5. Selden Neck State Park Campground

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      Selden Neck offers 4 sites: Cedars site - 20 campers Hogback site - 6 campers Springledge site - 8 campers Quarry Knob site - 12 campers

      • Pets
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      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets

      $5 / night

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        6. Gillette Castle State Park

        2 Reviews
        26 Saves

        Four public camps along the Connecticut River at Hurd, Gillette Castle, River Highlands and Selden Neck State Parks offer primitive, riverside sites with fireplaces and pit toilets for individuals traveling on the river. Use of river campsites at River Highlands, Hurd and Gillette Castle is restricted to canoers and kayakers only.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm
        Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm
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        Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Lake Farm

        7. Hidden Lake Farm

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        ***Very quiet and private in back woods horse pastures on a small farm with free range chickens, a dog, and a couple of horses. Your pets are welcome too! ***

        Locally there are state parks with beaches, and state forest for trails & lakes, hiking and biking. Or you can just relax and enjoy the serenity!

        *** Each campsite has its own fire-pit and table with chairs. ***

        We cannot allow any wood for camp fires to be brought in form the outside for environmental reasons. It can be purchased for $10 per bundle on site or $12 preordered with reservation.

        Farm Fresh eggs daily when available for $4.00 per 1/2 dozen. And there are also blocks of ice $5. Garbage removal is available as well $5 per bag provided.

        **Other attractions include local farmers markets, Gilette's Castle, and the famous River Ferry crossing the Connecticut River with a vehicle across to East Haddam. *

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        • Picnic Table

        $49 / night

        Camper-submitted photo from East Beach State Beach
        Camper-submitted photo from East Beach State Beach
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        8. East Beach State Beach

        2 Reviews
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        73 Saves

        All campers must be self-contained and equipped with 4 wheel drive, campers also must obtain a Barrier Beach Permit prior to their stay. More info by calling (401) 322-8910.

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          Recent Tent Reviews In Tuckahoe

          291 Reviews of 12 Tuckahoe Campgrounds


          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Heckscher State Park
            Oct. 11, 2024

            Heckscher State Park

            Great for families, not for solitude

            The campsites are very close together without any defining borders so everybody just walks across each other site’s to get to a different one, a path, the bathroom, etc. No solitude, lots of families with kids, lots of music, I mean it’s basically a party. I didn’t realize this when I made my reservations. The place is great for families who want a safe space to camp and it’s a typical Long Island campground. Rangers came around checking on everyone often so it really did feel incredibly safe. I had a pick up truck w/ tinted windows follow me in the park for quite a while which was rather creepy and I couldn’t shake them. When I biked into the campground itself, the pick up truck couldn’t get past the check in area. Everyone I met was friendly and there’s a little shop in the front of the campgrounds that sells various items. I personally wouldn’t stay here again unless I was meeting up with friends or something and wasn’t trying to have more solitude. This is no fault of the park itself though, I’m just more of a woods girl.

          • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Oct. 7, 2024

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            HUGE state park

            General: HUGE state park with over 700 sites. It does not fully open for the season until May 1 and when we were there in mid-April, only two sections, Fish Camp and Mills Camp were open. The Ranger station is staffed 24 hours a day, with a ranger on site until 11 pm. You need to show your pass to get inside the gate leading to the campsites. There are no hookups in any site (as far as I could tell). Sites are designated for tents, small trailers, large trailers, and RVs. As with other RI state parks, non-residents pay double the price of residents which kind of ticks me off (I don't mind a nominal upcharge but double is excessive IMO).

            Site Quality: The site numbers throughout the park are painted on rocks but the sites themselves are not very clearly defined. There is no designated camping pad. Our site (114) had a water view but was not level. It was large enough for us to park horizontally and make it work for one night. Some sites had excessive roots and also were not level. Some picnic tables have been replaced with new ones, but others badly need it.

            Bath/Shower house: The one in Fish Camp was adequate and clean. There is hot water, but you need to run it for a while before you get any. There was no garbage receptacle, and the toilet paper is so thin, that you can see through it. Showers are $.75 to get it started for the first three minutes. After that, the amount per minute increases to $1, $1.25, $1.50, and so forth. Machines take up to 22 quarters. There is a change machine at the Ranger Station. I did not use the shower so I cannot comment on how well they work. 

            Activities/Amenities: There is a camp store that offers wood, ice, coffee, basic groceries, propane, and canoe rentals. It was open with limited hours during our stay. Fishing, boating, swimming - all in season. Even though the park was only about 10% occupied, there was a strong Ranger presence. He circled our small loop three times just before check-out time and wanted to make sure we were leaving not a minute past the designated time. 

            This was just an overnight stay for us in a convenient location but there is no way I would stay at the height of the season!

          • Matt S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Mystic KOA
            Aug. 5, 2024

            Mystic KOA

            Great campground for coastal CT & RI

            We stayed at Mystic KOA in North Stonington, Connecticut, to be tourists in Mystic. Spoiler alert… we had a great stay! 

            This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island. It’s just a few minutes from I-95 and so close to Mystic Aquarium, downtown Mystic, Mystic Seaport, and all the local spots. 

            It’s a well-maintained campground with 2 pools(though the larger one was closed for maintenance during our stay), lots of play areas and daily activities for little ones, and a cool“pub truck” for adult drinks. Our site(#408) was about 85’ long with plenty of room for our 45’ motorhome and toad(and then some!). It was level and gravel with a nice fire ring and picnic table. The hookups worked fine with 50-amp electric and decent water pressure. Cable TV had nearly 50-channels, but the wi-fi didn’t quite reach our part of the park. 

            Due to a family issue, we needed to leave about a day-and-a-half early. We called the office as a courtesy to let them know as we were pulling out and received a partial credit for a night’s stay on our credit card. Didn’t even ask, they just did it. Thanks Mystic KOA! 

            We’ll definitely be back. This is a great place to stay when visiting the coastal Connecticut/Rhode Island area.

          • KThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Jul. 29, 2024

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            Pros outweigh the cons

            Stayed for a week mid-July; during the week had almost an entire loop to ourselves which was wonderful - it felt like having the entire park to ourselves. Things picked up on Friday/Saturday but overall we lucked out with no neighbors who were disrespectful of the quiet hours (10p - 7a). Bathrooms, dumpsters, and portapotties are plentiful, but not always well maintained. Staff are seen frequently throughout the park and are very willing to be helpful when asked - our site had a few Yellowjacket nests and they took care of them for us almost immediately when asked. It’s worth investigating the various sites ahead of time - there are a number of sections much more likely to be busy than others, and lots of low-lying sites that show signs of easily being washed out in anything more than a moderate rain. With multiple great east coast beaches minutes away (as well as conveniences like fuel/stores) we will definitely be back.

          • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Mystic KOA
            Jul. 5, 2024

            Mystic KOA

            Nice amenities

            Pros: 15 minutes from Mystic CT 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup Nice amenities

            Cons: Gravel site No shade Tight site & hard to get in/out for big rig

          • Mia S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Jun. 24, 2024

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            Enjoyed myself this weekend

            We camped here from Friday to Sunday. The staff in the main office was very inviting and friendly, the rangers kept everyone in check . The bathrooms were kept clean, but the showers in the Legiontown area are kinda crappy, it's mainly the shower heads...they feel like bullets hitting you and you can't even adjust the shower head nozzle. The showers are $1.50/8mins I only put $1.00 in for 5 minutes which was more than enough time for me. There's a beautiful lake and you can rent Kayaks or a canoe for the day I believe it was around $45.00. there's a nice general store, an arcade, playground, trails, cabins... And the sites are pretty big. No real big complaints, except that the staties are usually waiting for you to come back from the bars since there's no alcohol allowed on the property. So if you are to drink off the property, make sure you have a Designated Driver. They love handing out DUIs. (I did not have this issue, but my friends did.)

          • B
            Camper-submitted photo from Hither Hills State Park Campground
            Jun. 24, 2024

            Hither Hills State Park Campground

            Beachfront camping

            I took the train to Montauk on 6/20/24 and got a cab ($20) to the campsite.  All sites were reserved, but only 1/3 were being used. I was able to put my name on a waitlist and got a tent lot.  They wouldn’t let me register for more than 1 night.

            I was in A6, which is against the dunes (which are ~12ft tall), so I could hear the surf, but not see it. There was no one within 2 sites, so it was quiet.

            Friday morning, I put my name on the waitlist at 8am, I had to break down my site by 11am, and come back at 1pm to claim a site. I took J10 (which is on a bluff ~20ft above the beach and G, H and I areas). Strangely, I was offered a 2 night stay (Fri&Sat).

            Beautiful views of the ocean from my tent and I could still hear the surf. Area J has the best (newest?) facilities (bathrooms, showers, sinks (kitchen and personal)). Drawback is 10 minute walk to the general store/ranger station and 5 minutes to the beach (10 to swimming area).

            Almost no cell service! 2 bars was the maximum and finding that was rare. (Not enough service to get an Uber or play Spotify). There is a landline outside at the ranger’s station.

            General Store closed at 3pm, but Gurney’s is 1.5 miles down the beach if you want expensive bars and restaurants.

            FYI, guarded swimming area is ~100 yards wide and located next to the entrance circle.

          • Kerry G.
            Camper-submitted photo from Odetah Camping Resort
            Jun. 21, 2024

            Odetah Camping Resort

            “Camp”grounds that discriminates against tent campers

            Odetah Camping Resort called us today 24 hours prior to our arrival- after 4 years of camping there- to cancel our site unless we rented an RV and didn’t use tents. We were allowed to book and had the booking for 4 months. I was on the phone with them while I booked for assistance since it’s a group booking for 16. I called later to book a cabana too. They never once said anything. Then they called 24 hours in advance because our reservation said tent and that’s not allowed. Then they charged us a cancellation fee. Even tho they cancelled ON US. 

            But my favorite part is them saying that the camping industry is moving to no longer allow tents. They think they are*kind* to still allow tents-a handful of sites on a rocky hill that don’t have electricity or water. So those with medical needs cannot use those sites. Those with mobility limitations cannot either. 

            WHAT?! 

            Camping= tents. Change your name if you are going to discriminate. Don’t worry tho, you can put on a tent NEXT TO an rv on the sites. You just cant put only a tent. 

            Their customer service was horrendous. The experience was horrendous. What a shame.

          • G
            Camper-submitted photo from Smith Point County Park
            Jun. 14, 2024

            Smith Point County Park

            Lovely campsite

            Truly great spot. Amazing sites with plenty of room, though they are close together. But was worth it for the amenities and fantastic views. Stayed on the bayside (site 30), which had a fantastic direct bay view. Although most sites have views of the bay, some are blocked by seagrass (for example site 28 - huge corner spot but the flat spot to park has an obstructed view). Literally steps to the beach.

          • Theresa H.
            Camper-submitted photo from Devils Hopyard State Park
            Jun. 11, 2024

            Devils Hopyard State Park

            Nice for a small campground

            This was our first stay at Devil’s Hopyard campground. We enjoyed our stay and were happy with our site. It was great to hike and see the waterfall.

          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Suffolk County Sears Bellows County Park
            Jun. 2, 2024

            Suffolk County Sears Bellows County Park

            Tick Kingdom

            This is a nice campground - not crowded and centrally located. However, I cannot walk ANYWHERE without picking up ticks. Even on the large sand paths, going to and from the bathroom I find ticks. It’s amazing!

          • Ryan A.
            Camper-submitted photo from Devils Hopyard State Park
            May. 21, 2024

            Devils Hopyard State Park

            Good Location for Hiking, Lots of Garbage, Not Recommended

            Camped here on a Friday night in Site 16, yet another campground recommended in“Best Tent Camping: New England.” Overall I was not impressed. The campsites are right next to each other and are marked with posts. The sites are so close that the posts are marked with the site number on both sides which tells me that there has been confusion in the past.

            The sites along the creek mostly have worn paths to walk to it but it’s nothing impressive and I wouldn’t want to eat fish that came out of it. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, some have the kind where the top flips over and others have the moveable grate that goes up and down. There is a large dumpster in the campground and several porta-potties. The old outhouses have been permanently closed and locked shut. My campsite had a lot of trash in it, old tent stakes, plastic bottle caps, plastic fork, broken glass, etc. Not good.

            Some of the people there were camping in a group and were blasting music. I didn’t see a single park ranger the entire night so I’m not sure how often they police it. Someone in a pickup truck came into the campground, did a u-turn, and sped out at 30 mph which was really annoying and unsafe.

            Across the street from the campground is a trail to Chapman Falls, which will take less than 10 minutes to hike to, but it’s a pretty waterfall despite all the foam and garbage around it.

            This is a pretty basic campground and is nothing special. Out of all the sites I think 22 looked the best, it is more isolated and you can hear the waterfalls from it, which would be relaxing. The downside is that it’s right next to the entrance and road so you’ll get car headlights at night.

            I woke in the morning to a gray sky and hundreds of birds singing– it was my favorite part of the trip. I delayed getting up to enjoy the moment. I also didn’t see any ticks but I’m sure there are plenty based on other reviews.

            I’ve always thought that if states were condiments Connecticut would be mayonnaise– relatively unremarkable and bland. This campground fits that description perfectly.

          • Jason S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
            Mar. 28, 2024

            Selden Neck State Park Campground

            Gorgeous riverside tent camping

            Selden Neck State Park is an island in the Connecticut River with no roads or development other than 4 campsites. You have to kayak or boat in. There's a boat launch across from the island on the west side of the river at Deep River Landing where you can leave your car. (Entering and parking at the boat launch requires a permit Memorial Day to Labor Day.)

            It's about a 20 minute paddle across the river to the island. If it's a nice day, you're going to encounter some wake from passing boats so make sure your gear is in waterproof bags. Once you get to the island, follow the bank north until you spot the sign for your campsite.  

            My 5-year-old and I camped at site 2, Hogback. I haven't visited the other sites, but probably will just book this one again because it was so good. Plenty of flat area to pitch a tent, nice picnic table and fire pit. There's a private outhouse. At low tide, a couple of beaches emerge to play on.

            The sunset view was amazing. There was a little noise at night from boat traffic but it didn't keep us up. In the morning, we were completely socked in with fog which would have been an issue if we had to get back early. But it burned off before long and we headed back.

          • CM M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park
            Mar. 3, 2024

            Wildwood State Park

            Proceed With Caution

            Perhaps it was the weekend we went but this was an extremely unpleasant trip. The bathroom facilities are wonderful as is the beach but the crowd stayed awake playing music all night very loudly. I think the cabins here are the way to go.

          • N
            Camper-submitted photo from Hither Hills State Park Campground
            Dec. 15, 2023

            Hither Hills State Park Campground

            Nice

            Stayed in May, June, and November 2023. The location is its best feature. The beach is just over the dunes. Village Pizza is remarkably good.

            Had to take a star off for no hookups. Generator hours are limited. There are spigots located down the middle of the rows. Go on google maps to find a spot near a spigot.

            Cell signal varies wildly by spot. B17 no prob at all. G14 spotty. F20 total dead zone.

            Bath house on the west side is eh. The east side- beautiful.

          • Paul R.
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Dec. 5, 2023

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            Friendly but busy

            This is a great spot that’s perfect for a weekend camping. I ended up getting a cabin here and stayed the night. It was thwir opening weekend and the weather was pretty cold so we didn’t have to foght the crowds too much. That said, they have a huge capacity and during summer the place is swarmed by RV’ers and folks staying for longer stays.

          • c
            Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
            Sep. 17, 2023

            Hammonasset Beach State Park

            Wunderschöne Natur

            Der Camping Platz ist in der wunderschönen Natur gelegen. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und die Camping Plätze sind grosszügig und gut gepflegt. Das Preis Leistungsverhältniss ist ebenfalls sehr gut. Einziger Nachteil: in den Waschräumen brennt die ganze Nacht das Licht und es gibt keine Türen. Damit wird aus den Waschräumen ein zu Hause für Moskitos und Ungeziefer…

          • P
            Camper-submitted photo from Smith Point County Park
            Sep. 9, 2023

            Smith Point County Park

            Paradise

            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. A stones throw away was one of several shower and rest room buildings. Clean and well lit. Our site had a trex picnic table on a cement patio. An on site firepit was cozy at night. A general store, complete with an ice cream shop window, on the grounds was a treat. And sweet deer. I watcheda momma deer nursing two of her babies. This is paradise.

          • T
            Camper-submitted photo from Heckscher State Park
            Sep. 5, 2023

            Heckscher State Park

            Good Campsite For Families And Weekend Trips

            I camped here solo on Friday and Saturday over the Labor Day weekend. Overall my experience was positive.

            Camping Sites

            Each camping site has a picnic table and barbeque grill. The sites are designated by printing on the roads and do not have clear boundaries between them. My site had good shade coverage and was free of rocks and other hazards. 

            I had enough space that I didn't feel like I was intruding on my neighbors and vice-versa. That said, there aren't clear paths to the restroom building so it's not uncommon for people to cut through the edges of sites to get there. In my experience I (and others I saw) tried not to go right through the middle people's setups to do so.

            If you're looking for privacy, the sites at the rear seemed to be less-densely packed, even though every site was occupied. Quiet hours are generally adhered to but not enforced - there were some campers that had noise running later.

            Amenities

            The restroom building is in the middle of the campground and was clean and had plenty of stalls.

            Potable water is available at regular intervals, about at the corners of each group of four campsites.

            Cell phone reception is limited - I had data but it was very slow which led to my phone's battery draining quickly.

            Access

            A car is an absolute must for this part - the entrance is directly off of Southern State Parkway with no pedestrian access. Train stations are nearby so you could take the train most of the way and rent a car from there.

          • Igor K.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Watch Hill Family Campground
            Aug. 8, 2023

            Watch Hill Family Campground

            Alone with nature.

            Favorite place ever. You can get there by ferry. Very quiet and comfortable. Birdsong in the morning and the sound of the waves. There are showers, toilets and a café. For those who want to be at one with nature. Lots of mosquitoes, be prepared.

          • Igor K.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood State Park
            Aug. 8, 2023

            Wildwood State Park

            Great for families but a lot of people on the beach

            Been to this campsite 2 times. Nice beach with no waves. A lot of fishermen. 5-7 minutes by car to the store, gas station and farms.

          • Ashley S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Hammonasset Beach State Park
            Aug. 3, 2023

            Hammonasset Beach State Park

            BAD BAD BAD

            Bathrooms are a health hazard, have not been cleaned in who knows how long. Poop is smeared on the walls, floor and toilet. Showers are horrendous. There are young children that have to use those showers and bathrooms. I wouldn’t want to bring my kids here!!!

          • Dominick L.
            Camper-submitted photo from Southaven County Park
            Aug. 2, 2023

            Southaven County Park

            Average at best

            Average compared to other state/county parks. The crowd was a little questionable. State police were called in the settled a dispute between campers. Neighbor ran a generator all night (luckily it was somewhat quite)I, but  had no issues with anyone. There seemed to be a disproportionate amount of dilapidated trailers on the side of the campground with no electricity. I'm not sure how some of them even moved. The side with electricity was ok. Places to eat are very close, and a 15 minute drive to Smith's Point beach was a plus. You need a Green Key card membership for reservation which at least got me a 50% ($9) discount on beach parking.

          • Will A.
            Camper-submitted photo from Mystic KOA
            Jul. 19, 2023

            Mystic KOA

            Great camping experience for all ages

            Stayed at a great wooded tent site - quiet during the week and packed out by the weekend. Close to the bathrooms, with water spigot and electric hook up. Two small ponds with enough blue gill action to excite the kids. Worth checking out!

          • Laurie M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Jul. 19, 2023

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            Once a gem, but steadily declining.

            Burlingame state park campground is 3100 acres and many of the 739 reservable campsites are well spaced out and you could obtain great privacy if you know which site to pick. The condition of the park has steadily declined since about 2016. Plans are in the work to update all bathroom facilities, but it keeps getting pushed back year after year. Burlingame State Park campground is the only state park managed by an outside corporation who assumes the day to day responsibilities for campsites, dumpsters and bathrooms. Ongoing issues, especially on holiday weekends have been noted by hundreds of campers.  The new pre-registration offered through Reserve America has been a great improvement. It allows to avoid the long lines at the check-in station and drive straight up to the gate. Lack of staff on the management level, and Rhode Island state park department level definitely shows. Rhode Island DEM is allowing this wonderful campground to deteriorate. Flooding issues during even minor rainfall is apparent in a large portion of sites, so beware which campsite you reserve. Camper created group called Bound4burlingame has filmed every campsite and put them on YouTube and has created a private group on FB where the camping community of Burlingame contributes daily to an extremely popular public forum. Best place to gain info and insight. Get campsite recommendations straight from the people who actually camp there.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
            Jul. 9, 2023

            Burlingame State Park Campground

            Wouldn’t return unless I had a self contained RV

            The sites in the 500 section are nice and big, and that’s about where the positives end :( There was a huge party that went on till 3 AM with crazy loud music, if you like quiet nights this is not your place. I really don’t mind loud people though so if that had been the worst of it I would have been ok. For me the bathrooms and dumpsters were absolutely unacceptable 🤢 I think the bathroom was cleaned once the 3 days we were there. There was feces on the toilet 2 of the 3 days, people washing dishes in bathroom sinks, floors covered in garbage. The dumpster smelled so bad and you couldn’t even throw garbage away, it was so full people just kept tossing it on top. Most of the time there was one person checking people in at the desk and trying to let people in the gate which takes forever since they have to check papers and license plates. Also, the mosquitoes are relentless so bring bug spray, lots of it.



          Guide to Tuckahoe

          Camping near Tuckahoe, New York, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From family-friendly campgrounds to serene spots for relaxation, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

          What to do

          • Beach Access: Many campgrounds, like Hammonasset State Park Campground, are close to the beach. Campers can enjoy swimming and sunbathing. One visitor mentioned, "The beach was popular," highlighting its appeal.
          • Hiking Trails: Explore nature with easy hikes available at places like Kettletown State Park Campground. A reviewer noted, "The shorter hiking trails in the area were really beautiful," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
          • Fishing and Water Activities: Campgrounds such as Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground offer opportunities for fishing and kayaking. One camper shared, "The lake was nice for kayaking," emphasizing the fun water activities available.

          What campers like

          • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Bear Creek Campground said, "Restrooms are clean and spacious," which is a big plus for many.
          • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A reviewer at Odetah Camping Resort mentioned, "Very helpful staff and some really nice sites," making the camping experience more enjoyable.
          • Family Activities: Campgrounds like Strawberry Park offer various activities for kids. One camper noted, "Lots of kids activities, friendly staff," which makes it a great choice for families.

          What you should know

          • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially on weekends. A camper at Rocky Neck State Park Campground mentioned, "Overnight noise was an issue," so be prepared for some late-night activity.
          • Site Proximity: Many sites are close together, which can affect privacy. A visitor at Riverdale Farm Campsites said, "Sites are very close to one another," so if you prefer more space, consider this when booking.
          • Booking in Advance: Popular campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A reviewer at Mystic KOA advised, "If you are looking for a site it’s best to book far in advance."

          Tips for camping with families

          • Plan Activities: Look for campgrounds with organized activities. One camper at Odetah Camping Resort mentioned, "This place has everything from a pool, splash pad, boats," which keeps kids entertained.
          • Choose Family-Friendly Sites: Opt for campgrounds known for family amenities, like Strawberry Park, where one visitor said, "Our first time camping in 30 years and loved it here!"
          • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. A camper at Riverdale Farm Campsites suggested bringing Tupperware for food, which is a smart idea for families.

          Tips from RVers

          • Check Site Levels: Make sure to choose a level site for easier setup. A reviewer at Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground noted, "Some sites are fairly level but not most of them," so do your research.
          • Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check campgrounds like Bear Creek Campground, where one camper appreciated the "electric, water and cable TV connections."
          • Be Mindful of Noise: Choose sites away from common areas to avoid noise. A visitor at Kettletown State Park Campground mentioned, "Things were loud well past midnight," so consider this when selecting your spot.

          Camping around Tuckahoe, New York, has its perks and quirks. With the right planning, you can enjoy a fantastic outdoor experience!

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