Top Tent Camping near Willow, NY
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Best Tent Sites Near Willow, NY (39)
1. Giant Ledge Primitive Camp
6 Reviews•24 Photos•280 Saves- Pets
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- Group
- Dispersed
- Firewood Available
2. 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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3. The Peekamoose Valley
6 Reviews•21 Photos•227 Saves- Pets
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- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
4. Alder lake
7 Reviews•25 Photos•303 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
5. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Lazy River
6 Reviews•6 Photos•21 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
6. Upper Esopus Creekside Camp
1 Review•23 Photos•23 SavesCamp on the Esopus Creek in the Big Indian-Oliverea Valley surrounded by seven 3500' Catskill High Peaks including Slide Mountain, the tallest in the Catskills.
Our PRIVATE camp (no other campers) is situated on 100 acres of land in the middle of the Catskill State Park. We are the closest private Dyrt site to Slide Mountain, the Catskills tallest peak at 4180 feet. A perfect base camp for some of the best hiking in the Catskills, the site is bordered by Forever Wild Forest and is minutes from the trailheads to Balsam, Giant Ledge, Panther, Big Indian, Slide Mountain and dozens more peaks within 30 minutes or so away.
You can walk to a swimming hole on a winding path through a wildflower meadow blazed with rock cairns along a half mile of private waterfront. Try your luck at catching some wild Brook Trout on the world famous Esopus Creek!
Our drive up camp has a 4-6 person prospector type tent, a 10X12 covered tent platform, several individual tent sites with private fire rings, as well as a bunkhouse and a leanto for day use. The camp table and cook pit are covered from the elements. The main tent includes a wood burning stove, folding card table and seating for 4 and bunk bed with 4" thick self-inflating Therm-a-rest MondoKing 3D XXL Queen sized insulated mats for luxurious comfort.
Open Network WiFi (no UN/PW needed) is available at the Campkeeper home a short woods walk away. Seasoned bundled 16" firewood is available by honor box cash payment on Brown rd across the camp entry road.
Rules:
'Almost' anything goes. Learn about 'pack-in pack-out/leave no trace camping' and the 'leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but pictures' motto. Due to local laws, no music or noise louder than 60 decibels is allowed which is about as loud as conversation with 20 people in a restaurant, an office of 20 people speaking or being on the phone, background music typically heard in restaurants and public spaces, an air conditioning unit at 100 feet. Our site is to be best enjoyed for the sounds that do exist naturally, the many birds singing their song, the babbling Esopus Creek, the rustling leaves on the trees. Ask questions, I will always answer anything about camping and am thrilled to share my knowledge.
Extras:
-Arrive to a dry campfire stack mini bonfire for your evening's entertainment. Full of dry kindle and fire starter, just light it and enjoy! The stack will be made of about 20 pieces built up teepee style and will be covered from the elements. If you will be camping for more than one night, please specify how many or which night(s) you would like the fire setup for . Dry campfire stack is $25.00
-I have several tents available including a large 5 person Eureka! Copper Canyon tent for $15.00, and 4 two person backpacking tents (Eureka! Timberline, Eureka! Prism, 2 Gazelle tents, and Moss Starlet tent) for $10.00 each.
-I have 4 comfortable 2" thick Therm-a-rest Camprest foam and air mattresses for $8.00 each.
Inquire about the extras when you book the site. Extras can be paid for in cash after you arrive.
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$130 / night
7. Slide Mountain Wilderness Roadside Campsite
1 Review•8 Photos•72 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
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- Toilets
- Alcohol
8. 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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$79 - $119 / night
9. Samuel F. Pryor III Campground at Lake Minnewaska
3 Reviews•108 Saves- Pets
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- Dispersed
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$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 Willow
481 Reviews of 39 Willow 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.
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
- PPatrick K.Scout
Winding Hills Park
Loved it!
Just Perfect!
- Lori M.Scout
Deerpark - New York City NW KOA
Clean bathrooms, good amenities
Stay in one of the last weekends of August. We were a party of 8 so we needed 2 sites, the first sites we booked were horrible - so so tiny (E11 & E12) and right on a swampy pond where the grass is growing into the water so it was hard to see where the water line was. We had kids, so we needed to move our sites. We ended up right across the way on E7 & E8 - much better. This loop for tent campers is mixed. Some of the sites are literally on the road - stay away from the sites on the same side of the road as the pond. I saw a family who literally had to block the road a little bc they couldn't park their car *and* have a tent on the tiny site. Anything on the side of E7 is bigger and a little deeper into the trees, but nothing seemed to be private in this campground. It was a busy weekend, so of course there was loud music and partying - it just so happens that it was next door to our sites. Bathrooms were far on this loop. There are little foot bridges that you could take to get to the bathroom easier (and closer) but they are set on people's campsites, so if someone is on that site it's really walking through their site to get to it. The campground has good amenities - wifi, pool, jumping ball, playground, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and a tether ball court :). Great for the kids. Pool is small but it works. There's a cafe there so we were able to grab coffees and stuff. They deliver wood and ice to your site which is super convenient. We would return for sure. Also - just to let everyone know the fire pit is really small.
- TTam E.Guide
Allaben Campground
Close to town, but private
Park on side of road, campfire located down slope. Very little traffic. Felt safe.
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.Scout
North-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.
- 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!!
- 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.
Evan F.ScoutDeerpark - New York City NW KOA
Beautiful Place
Very clean park. Lots of families. Tubing was fun. Bring bug spray.
- 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.
- DDe W.Scout
Crazy Acres Campground at Beaver Spring Lake
Nice spot
Nice area. Lots of room. Laundry room ok with 2 washers and 2 dryers. Lots of open fields.
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.
- MMichael K.Scout
Hankins
Great place
A very suitable place to camp and entertain with everyone. geometry dash online
- AAnn B.Guide
Spacious Skies Woodland Hills
A peaceful place with character.
My first visit to New York state was amazing, largely in part due to my campsite at the Woodland Hills campground. I had a back in site and was having problems with my camper, and they were able to change to a pull through at time of check in. However, it was in early May and before the summer crowds. The pond has a fountain which sounds like a small waterfall at night, and wildflowers were in bloom. Very nice bathrooms and showers, and my dog loved the dog park.
Eric R.Traveler
Korns Campgrounds
First time camping in awhile; great time
We chose Korn's because it was close to home on our first trip in years.
It was a great time from check in to check out.
We had a nice tent site ( 92 ) along the river. I called myself captain planet because I fished a coffee cup from the river.
Will definitely be staying again
- DDebra L.Scout
Soaring Eagle Campground and the Inn at Kellam's Bridge
On first consideration the man on the phone was knowable about everything .
It was nice talking to the receptionist
- DDebra L.Scout
Roscoe Campsites
The first call should be answered at 9am
I couldn’t even get a 11am call answered from the office
Guide to Willow
Camping near Willow, 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 trails, with one reviewer mentioning, "The Catskills are very scenic & we enjoyed our time there!" at North-South Lake Campground.
- Fishing: If you love fishing, you’re in luck! Campers at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds appreciate the fishing options, saying, "You’ve got fishing either in 2 private lakes or you can fish in the river."
- Swimming: Many campgrounds have swimming areas. One visitor at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground noted, "The lake is quite nice and the swimming area is well-protected."
What campers like:
- Natural Beauty: Campers rave about the stunning landscapes. A reviewer at Woodland Valley Campground said, "So the Catskills are amazing of course so scenic wise it’s great obviously BUT."
- Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. One camper at Kenneth L Wilson Campground mentioned, "While some of the spots were fairly close together, they seem more spread out than in other Catskill camping sites."
- Friendly Staff: Campers appreciate helpful staff. A visitor at Little Pond - DEC shared, "Staff was super friendly and helpful."
What you should know:
- Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A camper at North-South Lake Campground warned, "There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged."
- Bear Activity: Be cautious of wildlife. One reviewer at Woodland Valley Campground noted, "There’s a lot of bear activity here, so constantly cleaning up your food is very important."
- Crowded on Weekends: Some campgrounds can get busy. A visitor at Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground mentioned, "The park is huge with tons of space for picnics, beachgoing and... unfortunately, all of the campsites are jammed into one quadrant."
Tips for camping with families:
- Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with amenities for children. 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. One camper at Kenneth L Wilson Campground noted, "Things were pretty quiet (though that could have been because of the rain)."
- Bring Entertainment: With limited cell service, pack games or books. A visitor at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds suggested, "Bring your inter tubes, bug spray!"
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds mentioned, "We have a large 5th wheel RV, and we were assured that it would fit. It did- technically."
- Look for Full Hookups: Choose campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. A camper at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Gardiner appreciated, "Our site included a large concrete pad, picnic table, charcoal grill, and large fire ring."
- Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have narrow roads. A visitor at Taconic State Park noted, "The roads to the tent sites are quite rocky and can be difficult to navigate."
Camping near Willow, 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 Willow, NY is Giant Ledge Primitive Camp with a 4.8-star rating from 6 reviews.
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