Cabin camping options near Woodbury, New York range from rustic to full-service accommodations within an hour's drive. Located between the Hudson River Valley and Long Island Sound, this region experiences seasonal extremes with humid summers and cold winters. Many parks maintain specific winter operating schedules for their cabin facilities with reduced amenities from November through March.
What to do
Hiking with lake views: At The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center, visitors can hike around the lake while staying at platform campsites. A camper noted, "You are able to do a hike around the lake. They have both cabins for rent and camping spots on platforms which are great, especially when it rains."
Water activities: The lakes at Harriman State Park offer swimming and boating options during summer months. According to a visitor at Sebago Cabin Camp, "Sebago has a huge lake and great beach area. It was perfect for lounging and swimming in during a hot summer day."
Beach access: Fire Island National Seashore provides oceanfront cabin options with direct beach access. As one camper stated about Watch Hill Fire Island Campground, "Beautiful location steps away from the beach. You can get a permit to backcountry camp instead of reserving a designated campground spot. Just walk down to the beach after check-in and walk east until you see a pole with a tent symbol on it."
What campers like
Waterfront locations: Cabins along the Hudson River and Long Island Sound offer unique shoreline perspectives. A visitor to Croton Point Park commented, "This must be one of the most breathtaking camp grounds right on the Hudson. Short 5 minute drive to nearby supermarket to pick up food or firewood."
Proximity to New York City: Many cabin facilities maintain surprisingly rural character despite being near urban centers. One camper at Wildwood State Park noted, "My wife and I love this campground. It is right at the entrance to wine country on Long Island and has a beach on the Long Island Sound."
Platform cabins: Some parks offer elevated platforms for tent or cabin placement, which proves valuable during wet weather. A visitor to the AMC Harriman Outdoor Center reported, "I camped on one of the platforms, which was very nice and did not feel crowded even with other people on neighboring platforms."
What you should know
Insect preparation: Mosquitoes can be extremely problematic at certain locations, particularly coastal sites. A camper at Watch Hill warned, "When we first arrived to the campground, we were immediately getting attacked so we doused ourselves in deet. Even with the bug spray, the relief didn't last long. We couldn't even enjoy our meals at camp because it was that bad."
Reservation timelines: Most cabin facilities require bookings months in advance, particularly for summer weekends. At Wildwood State Park Campground, visitors note increasing reservation restrictions: "Recently they became very stringent about parking to vehicles at the site making it very difficult to visit with a family and 2 vehicles. I usually host group camping trips and the single vehicle rule makes that very difficult."
Transportation limitations: Several island locations require ferry transport with specific schedules. For the AMC Harriman Center, "This campsite is accessible by public transportation. There is a shuttle run by the campsite to and from Tuxedo Park Train Station (reservations on shuttle required)."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several parks maintain dedicated play areas for younger visitors. At Heckscher State Park Campground, a regular visitor explained, "This place is the best around for group and family camping. There is a playground just for the campground. Bring a bicycle or scooper and you can ride the loop around to the beach."
Educational opportunities: Rangers at many parks offer structured activities for children. One visitor to Sebago Cabins shared, "Sebago has a ton of activities like outdoor movies and communal bonfires on weekends. I was told by ranger Joe they also do Karaoke nights too."
Cabin selection for groups: Certain cabin configurations work better for families with multiple children. A camper at Sebago noted, "Most cabins have 2 rooms with 4 cots but some are larger inside has a full fridge and double hot plate outside a fire pit and grill with table."
Tips from RVers
Site allocation: Several parks maintain separate areas for RVs versus tent/cabin campers. At Wildwood State Park, a visitor explained, "There is a separate area for RVs vs tents. There is also a store where you can get a cup of coffee in the morning and lots of goodies throughout the day."
Hookup availability: Most cabin areas don't provide the same utility connections as designated RV sections. A camper at Kettletown State Park observed, "The campsites are varied, you can tent camp, use a camper, or they also have a few cabins you can rent. Be advised, there isn't a kitchen or bathroom in the cabins!"
Off-season access: Many RV loops close earlier than cabin facilities. At Croton Point Park, "The FHU sites were back-to-back and although there were trees separating the sites, they were close together. No one was in the tent sites, but they did have new picnic tables."
