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Searching for a walk-in campsite in New York? Walk-in campsites are a great alternative to traditional campgrounds. Search nearby walk-in campsites or find top-rated spots from other campers.

New York

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Searching for a walk-in campsite near Woodside? Staying at a walk-in campsite is the perfect way to have an adventure without committing to a backpacking trip. Search nearby walk-in campsites or find top-rated spots from other campers.

Woodside

The Best Walk-In Camping Near Woodside, New York

Our 10' x 12' canvas glamping tents are designed for those who love being on the sand and in the surf during the day, but want the comforts of home at night. Each safari-style tent is set on a raised wood platform with a deck, canvas lounge chairs, and hammocks.  

  

Just steps from the ocean, the property offers a communal fire pit, a picnic area, camp store, hammocks and games. All you need to bring is your overnight bag. Wall Tents are furnished with a queen size bed featuring a memory foam mattress, side tables, lights, pillows, linens and towels for the showers.  

  

Located in Fort Tilden (Gateway National Recreation Area), the campground is accessible by subway, ferry, bus, bike and car. Summer and fall are the perfect seasons to visit Camp Rockaway. Biking, birding, nature watching, fishing, hiking and more are all within a short walk. Jacob Riis Park- the"people's beach"- features pitch and putt golf and an expansive boardwalk.

Camp Rockaway

## Overview

There's no other campground in the world where a family can sleep under the stars, tour the Statue of Liberty, watch a Broadway musical and kayak in one of the world's premier bird migration sanctuaries-all in one trip. Camp Gateway provides a tranquil outdoor experience right outside the nation's most lively and iconic metropolis- New York City.   
  
Located in Floyd Bennet Field in Brooklyn, New York, the campground offers an outdoor escape for hiking, biking, birding and historic tours of airports and forts.Ranger-led programs are available all summer.

## Recreation

History buffs can visit Civil War-era forts, restored historic aircraft or Nike missile sites. Nature lovers can stroll wooded paths, watch for birds and horseshoe crabs or simply relax. Horseback riding, kayaking and archery are also options.

## Facilities

Public bus transportation takes campers to a subway station for easy access around the New York City metro area. Camp Gateway is open April - October and offers tent and RV camping. Generators are permitted during limited hours at RV sites only. Dump Station is available.

## Natural Features

Gateway National Recreation Area exists within one of the most urbanized areas of the country, covering 26,000 acres of New Jersey and three New York City boroughs. Among the urban environment, the park boasts grasslands, woodlands, sand dunes, beaches, ponds, salt marshes and forests. Camp Gateway is in the woodland habitat of Floyd Bennet Field. 

## Nearby Attractions

Biking trails weave through Fort Tilden, with a military history that dates back to the War of 1812.  
  
Birders should try the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge with 300 species of migratory birds, with willets and green herons in spring and summer, or osprey and black crowned night herons year-round. 

If the big city beckons, head to Riis Landing for seasonal ferry rides to Manhattan. Call for information.

Camp Gateway- Brooklyn Ny

Liberty Harbor RV Park

Collective Governors Island

Croton Point Park is a 508-acre park situated on a peninsula on the east shore of the Hudson River. This park offers year-round events and activities and has facilities for camping, hiking and swimming.

The park, rich in natural and human history, is also the site of historic wine cellars that are thought of be the oldest in New York State and the Croton Point Nature Center.

The oldest oyster shell middens on the North Atlantic Coast uncovered by archeologists on Croton Point confirm that the peninsula was inhabited by Native Americans as early as 7,000 years ago. Croton is in fact named for the Indian sachem, Kenoten, which means "wild wind.” In the 17th century, Indians of the Kitchawank tribe on the Wappinger Confederacy occupied a large fortified village on the high flat at the neck of Croton Point, which they called Navish. This was one of the most ancient and formidable Indian fortresses south of the Hudson Highlands.

Croton Point Park

Camp Glen Gray

The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center is an ideal destination for anyone looking for hiking, paddling, and camping opportunities in the heart of Harriman State Park at Breakneck Pond. Harriman State Park, New York’s second largest park, is located 30 miles from Manhattan and accessible by public transportation. 

The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center is open to the public, and is a great location for scouting, school, faith-based, and youth groups as well as family reunions and corporate outings. 

The Center offers common space for outdoor programs, waterfront access to 64-acre Breakneck Pond, a dining hall, and group meeting space. Accommodations include group and family cabins, tent platforms, and three-sided shelters, offering a range of overnight experiences.

The public can also enjoy The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center through an AMC adult, family, or teen program. Membership is not required to join an AMC program. AMC members receive discounts on lodging and programs. Click here for a complete listing of upcoming programs for adults and teens. 

The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center

Sebago Cabins State Park

Harriman State Park, located in Rockland and Orange counties, is the second-largest park in the parks system, with 31 lakes and reservoirs, 200 miles of hiking trails, two beaches, two public camping areas, a network of group camps, miles of streams and scenic roads, and scores of wildlife species, vistas and vantage points. Harriman State Park's major facilities include Lakes Welch, Sebago, Tiorati and Silvermine, the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Sebago Cabins and Beaver Pond Campgrounds.

*Boat launch sites require a boat permit. Please contact the park for further details.

Group Camps:

Beginning in 1913, the Palisades Interstate Parks Commission built dozens of group camps throughout Harriman State Park to welcome the urban poor and provide them with hot meals and outdoor experiences. The Harriman Group Camps are the model upon which many group camping programs and sites throughout the world are based. The facilities at the camps, which are nestled in the woods next to the many lakes at Harriman State Park, consist of dining halls and recreation buildings, cabins and tent platforms, and waterfront facilities. Nature Centers offer environmental education programs designed to teach campers about the woods and instill in them a lifelong sense of wonder for the natural sciences.

For generations, the group camps have provided children and families with their first outdoor experiences. The camps are operated by a wide variety of organizations, from outdoor recreation clubs to not-for profits servicing homeless children and the disabled, from the surrounding New York and New Jersey area. The organizations are members of the Palisades Camping Association (PCA).

Dogs only, must be on a leash not more than 6 feet at all times. Not allowed in buildings or beach/bathing areas. Must display rabies tag.

Not permitted in the following areas of Harriman State Park: Beaver Pond Campground, Welch Beach, Sebago Cabins.

Harriman State Park

The 4,315-acre park makes Ward Pound Ridge Reservation the county’s largest park. With its varied terrain and landscapes and miles of wooded trails, the park provides a variety of activities in all seasons. There are areas for picnicking, lean-to camping, fishing and cross-country skiing.

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation

Near New York, NY, lies some of the best camping in the state and it’s only a short drive away from the big city. At the campgrounds in New York, visitors can stay close to the bright city lights or make it a getaway on Staten Island. RV campers have campground options offering everything you need, from fuel to camping supplies. Stay in the vehicle or pitch a tent where you can enjoy nature sounds and a view of the city. Other campgrounds offer options for those who don't want to rough it, or who want to enjoy the surf and sand from campsites complete with safari-style tents and decks from which to take in the stunning views. 

The Best Camping Near New York, New York

New York City, NY is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. New York City is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Find the best campgrounds near New York City, NY. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

New York City

The Best Camping Near New York City, New York

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Brooklyn

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Queens

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Manhattan

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The Bronx

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Staten Island

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Buffalo

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Town of North Hempstead

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Rochester

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Fire Island National Seashore

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Join the fun near Finger Lakes National Forest. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that New York camping has to offer. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Finger Lakes National Forest camping trip.

Finger Lakes National Forest

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Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreation River

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