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RangerWawayanda Group Shelter
Appalachian Trail Shelter/Campsite
This is an A.T. shelter and campsite. First come, first served. Privy was nice. Flat tentsites for 6 or more. Good for Hammocking also.
Camping near Valhalla, NY
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Campgrounds near Valhalla, New York range from county-managed parks to state-operated recreation areas, with several options within a 30-mile radius. Harriman State Park's Beaver Pond Campground offers tent and RV sites amid forested settings, while Croton Point Park provides waterfront camping along the Hudson River with tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. The region includes both established facilities with electrical hookups and more primitive options like the hiking-access sites along the Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail. Most campgrounds feature fire rings and picnic tables, with several offering shower facilities and water access.
Access to many campgrounds requires advance reservations, particularly during peak summer months when sites fill quickly. "Only 45 minutes from Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown, beautiful park with deer running through it," noted one visitor to Beaver Pond Campground. Winter camping is limited to select locations like Ward Pound Ridge Reservation and Croton Point Park, which remain open year-round. The terrain varies significantly between campgrounds, with some offering relatively flat, developed sites and others requiring moderate hikes to reach primitive camping areas. Many parks enforce quiet hours starting at 10 PM, with staff regularly monitoring compliance. Cell service can be spotty in more remote areas of Harriman State Park and along hiking trails.
The camping experience near Valhalla varies dramatically between weekdays and weekends. One camper wrote about Harriman State Park: "This is a great campground during the week. Very few people. There are a few secluded campgrounds and lots of forest to explore. The weekends get a bit busy with families coming upstate." Mixed-use campgrounds like Mountain Lakes Park and Ward Pound Ridge Reservation offer hiking trails, swimming areas, and recreational fields adjacent to camping areas. Several campgrounds feature shelters or lean-tos as alternatives to traditional tent camping, particularly appealing during unpredictable weather. Proximity to New York City makes these camping areas popular weekend destinations, with Ward Pound Ridge Reservation receiving praise for feeling secluded despite being close to urban areas. Wildlife sightings, including deer and small mammals, are commonly reported across multiple camping areas.
Best Campgrounds near Valhalla (71)
1. Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park
"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."
from $21 - $24 / night
Check Availability2. Croton Point Park
"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!"
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability3. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
"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."
"The shelter sites are large and private with access to hiking trails and make for a unique experience. The staff is friendly as well"
from $45 - $55 / night
Check Availability4. Clarence Fahnestock State Park Campground
"When you are camping with a large group of friends and don't all have access to a car, this is the perfect spot."
"We were right next to the entrance for hiking trails which was convenient. The facilities are a bit of a walk, but that means it is spread out and there's plenty of room to relax and have fun."
from $21 / night
Check Availability5. The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center — Harriman State Park
"This was beautiful campground with an even nicer lake. You are able to do a hike around the lake."
"Great trails to hike for novices looking to branch out but not too large that you'll be lost forever lol highly recommend and can't do so enough 👍🏽"
6. Sebago Cabin Camp — Harriman State Park
"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."
from $74 - $130 / night
Check Availability7. Mountain Lakes Park
"Mountain Lakes park is a great place to camp within driving distance from NYC. A fun option available at Mountain lakes is to rent a yurt to camp in."
"A gorgeous piece of land that contains lakes, a lookout and Mt. Bailey, the highest point in Westchester County. A dirt road loops through the property with trails off and through it."
8. Liberty Harbor RV Park
"Very 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."
"Very easy to hop on transit to get to New York City. People were friendly."
from $145 - $180 / night
Check Availability9. West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area
"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."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability10. Suffern-Bear Mountain from Gate Hill Road Primitive
"Suffern-Bear Mountain from Gate Hill Road is a high difficulty 15 mile out and back trail. At one point of the trail is a very difficult, but doable, rock scramble up the side of the mountain."
Drive Time
- 27 min from New York, NY
- 38 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
- 40 min from Bridgeport, CT
- 57 min from New Haven, CT
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Recent Reviews near Valhalla, NY
407 Reviews of 71 Valhalla Campgrounds
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ScoutMahlon Dickerson Reservation
Primitive
The main issue with the sites was that they were primitive -- no water. The campsites were basically just wooden platforms, with a picnic table and fire pit. There were also a lot of bugs, though this may be due to the rain. The location itself was fairly pretty and there were a number of hiking trails of not-overly-serious difficulty. The particular site we picked left is a little farther from our car than we would have liked, but for other sites you can bring your car closer.
- SStephanie P.
GuideFloyd Bennett Field, Brooklyn, NY
Not park and camp available
The park was open but camping was not. After a little extra digging they do have a few sites, but hike in only.
Greg Z.
TravelerSussex County Fair Grounds
Rock Ribs and Ridges 2026
We’re here for the Rock, Ribs, and Ridges festival and what a great experience! Make sure to bring a 50’ power cord as the hook ups are grouped together on telephone poles rather than at each individual site. As far as I know camping is only available during select events.
- JJanceTraveler
Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed
Charming mossy woods on a ridge
Arrived at night on a weekday to find two other vehicles parked in the lot, srilll was able to find a fire ring with a level area relatively easy. Very quiet, just the sounds of owls hooting at night. Very nice mixed forest, seems managed well. It is somewhat buggy. But doesn’t seem to be overly infested with ticks at least.
Nicole H.TravelerHeckscher State Park Campground
Beginner Camper Friendly
To start, Andrew was phenomenal. I arrived at 6:40 PM and he was able to hook us up with the last campground and was so patient and friendly when answering our questions. Overall staff was great, I saw someone picking up trash after campers checked out. Bathrooms are clean, 1 mile walk from campgrounds to beach area. Very spider and tick heavy if you don’t stay on the walking trail. Campers were very respectful and friendly, overall an amazing first time camping trip. Paid about $32 for a night. Drinking water on site.
Matthew M.TravelerWest Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area
Rest up and Recon the Museum 2026
Campground: fairly secluded, forested, breezy with some wildlife. Small camp store. Ingress/Egress: Tight approach with multiple switchbacks and steep grades - if you’re coming in a towable rig over 36’ you might want to take a solo look first. Sites are oddly arranged and there aren’t any FHU sites. Cell: Verizon in spot C9 had 1-bar; we used Starlink for connectivity. Laundry: 3 washers & 3 dryers: $2.50 each. Dump Station: was close by (across the street) but we didn’t need it for our 3 day stay. Bathhouse: across the street, clean and we used it almost exclusively. Noise: Quiet with some small arms fire, but barely noticeable from our site. Site C9: can be viewed from Google street view site is north of the lake in the horseshoe road- some cabins are viewable as well. Site is gravel with composite picnic table, post metal grill and truck rim fire ring. Water pressure- fluctuated 30psi-50psi: hunted constantly. Cabins: available and in good order. They appear to be older, but still functional- mini log cabins $65/night (primitive-no bathroom)
- LLeah F.Scout
Nickerson Beach Park Campground
Great place
Very nice family oriented, places the beach, which is great except for the birds watch out they come at you. They have a dog park basketball courts playground swimming just about everything.
- MMark M.Guide
New York City North-Newburgh KOA
Pleasantly rustic and quiet for the area
We've only stayed overnight at this campground. Roads are all paved, and some sites as well. They stagger the campers so that you don't look right into another camper, which makes it feel like you are camping in the woods.
Lots of trees so watch DVD or OTA television as you likely won't get satellite TV in your rig. Large swimming pool and playground for kids. There is an activity center where you can get something to eat, and sit on the deck to enjoy the scenery.
Sites are level. Staff are friendly. The camp store is large and well stocked in just about anything that you could need.
Enough trees that if you have a large rig and are towing you need to use some care leaving your RV site.
Guide to Valhalla
Campgrounds surrounding Valhalla, New York span from developed state parks to primitive sites within an hour's drive. Harriman State Park, approximately 20 miles northwest of Valhalla, features multiple camping areas including Beaver Pond Campground and Sebago Cabin Camp, accommodating tents, RVs, and cabin stays. Croton Point Park, situated along the Hudson River in Croton-on-Hudson, offers year-round camping with tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation provides shelter camping and tent sites with hiking access, while primitive options exist along the Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail for backpackers seeking more remote experiences.
Reservation requirements vary significantly between campgrounds, with most requiring advance booking, especially during summer months. "About 30 minutes from sleepy hollow and tarrytown NY and only an hour to central park! Deer running everywhere and surprisingly beautiful and quaint," noted one camper about Beaver Pond in Harriman State Park. Many of the mixed-use campgrounds in the region remain open year-round, though amenities may be limited in winter. Access to most established sites involves paved roads suitable for passenger vehicles, while primitive camping along trails requires hiking in with gear. Elevation changes throughout the region create microclimates, with higher spots in Harriman and Bear Mountain experiencing cooler temperatures even during summer months.
Waterfront access represents a distinctive feature of camping near Valhalla, with Croton Point Park situated directly on the Hudson River. One reviewer described it as "a gorgeous camping ground right on the Hudson with beach and trails." However, several visitors mentioned noise concerns at certain locations, particularly at Croton Point Park where train sounds can disrupt sleep. Wildlife sightings, particularly deer, are common throughout the region's campgrounds. For those seeking more solitude, Ward Pound Ridge Reservation receives praise for its well-spaced sites and extensive trail network. A camper noted its "breathtakingly gorgeous" setting with "clean porta potties and beautiful little creeks and waterways." Bear activity has been reported in the Harriman State Park area, requiring proper food storage and awareness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Valhalla, NY?
What camping is available near Valhalla, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Valhalla, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 71 campgrounds and RV parks near Valhalla, NY and 3 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Valhalla, NY?
Which is the most popular campground near Valhalla, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Valhalla, NY is Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 40 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Valhalla, NY?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Valhalla, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Valhalla, NY.
What parks are near Valhalla, NY?
What parks are near Valhalla, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Valhalla, NY that allow camping, notably Gateway National Recreation Area and Hop Brook Lake.
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