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Jellystone Park Gardiner's fenced dog park provides a dedicated space for pets to exercise off-leash while camping near Wurtsboro. Several campgrounds in the area accommodate pets with varying amenities and policies. Neversink River Resort allows pets year-round with full hookup RV sites, tent camping areas, and pet-friendly cabins. Oakland Valley Campground maintains a pet-friendly environment from May through mid-October with designated walking areas. The campgrounds typically require pets to be leashed when not in designated off-leash areas, with leashes generally limited to six feet. Some campers have experienced serious dog bite incidents at certain facilities, highlighting the importance of following pet policies and maintaining control of animals at all times. Most campgrounds offer water hookups convenient for pet hydration and cleaning.
Hiking trails surrounding the Wurtsboro area campgrounds provide excellent opportunities for dog exercise, with several routes accessible directly from campsites. Winding Hills Park features pet-friendly trails with water access points where dogs can cool off during summer months. Campers should pack pet waste bags, portable water bowls, and extra towels for muddy paws after rain. Wildlife encounters are common in the region, requiring vigilant pet supervision, especially during early morning and evening hours when bears may visit campsites. The fenced dog parks at several facilities offer secure areas for off-leash play away from wildlife corridors. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs, with repeated disturbances potentially resulting in removal without refund. Veterinary services are available in nearby towns, with emergency contact information typically posted at campground offices.
"We got a red carpet site by the Gaga pit and near the water park (Cindy bear lane) and it was a convenient yet noisy site. Kids were at the playground 8 am or before and the noise woke us up."
"With a new check in area, Gardiner has really stepped up. They expanded the pool area to include another pool plus splash area and water slides."
"We have stayed here multiple times since it’s so close to home. Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day."
"The trails to walk on are perfect to get out of the campsite for a few hours. There are no spots with sewer hookup but they have a dumping area."
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"My original site had been moved by ReserveAmerica without notification but the staff at Korns Campground moved me to an even better site with a closer proximity to the bathroom."
"We parked right next to our camp site and had water, fire pit, outlets, and our car all in one area. One of the owners came out to make sure we were all ok."
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability"A few of my friends stayed at Kittatinny Canoes River Beach Campsites recently, and while the location is fantastic for river enthusiasts, there are some areas that could use improvement. "
"With over 160 sites spread across 18 acres, campers can choose from wooded, open field, or riverfront locations, all equipped with essential amenities like electric hookups, fresh drinking water, and picnic"
from $75 - $400 / night
Check Availability"They loved to fish and play in the river, explore the woods and ride bikes around. Quiet, family friendly and close to home! We love OVC."
"You can camp right next to the river and it has a great view."
"Some of the sites are literally on the road - stay away from the sites on the same side of the road as the pond. "
from $41 - $375 / night
Check Availability"Our RV site was private, surround by trees with a nice fire pit and picnic table."
"There are no bathrooms in the cabin but there are public restrooms nearby. The resorts is decked out with 2 playgrounds, a splash park, kiddie pool, family pool and hot tub."
"There are about 40 to 50 sites around Sawmill Lake. Many of these sites , like ours, are walk in sites (about a 50 yard walk) that sit lakeside."
"_The campground at High Point State Park has 50 spacious tent sites, many with direct lake access, located in a wooded area surrounding Saw Mill Lake."
from $5 - $20 / night
Check Availability"Small dog park, communal spaces, and a camp store all made the place feel like a little village. They even have a wine store- cab sav was good. WiFi I work remotely and WiFi is always an issue."
"The staff was nice and they were dog friendly!"
"This property has several sites for you to setup your tent, camper, van, or RV (only small tow behinds or popups, no large RVs) Nearby are wineries to explore. Nice bathrooms and showers!"
from $78 - $400 / night
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ScoutThe campsite was great. Big and going after Labor Day means there was tons of space. Well priced. We did have neighbors that had a trailer and used their generator early in the morning and late at night. Beside that it was fantastic. We had planned on driving to hiking but there was so much to do around the camp site we just walked around and did the hiking near by. The dog park is wonderful. Our dog loved it.
GuideLots of room in many sites for my 24 ft RV and 30 ft trailer. Big meadow in middle with new full playground set.
Dry camping but water available and a sewer dump. Gotta haul your own trash.
Two ponds to play in and a fenced dog park.
Some nice hiking in the park.
GuideSuch a clean and well maintained campground. Staff were so nice and friendly. Only one shower area that was a bit of a trek from our site, a bike would have been nice to get around. We had to move our tent as we had set it back too far and was not on the site pad and park ranger Brian who was very lovely came and asked us to move it and we had a nice chat. Lovely big dog park. There are some nice little walks and small hikes on the ground with a lake that you can rent kayaks or canoes. Close to Woodstock which is a cute town. Our site was a little exposed but the sites either side of us were closed for restoration thankfully. There are some more secluded and set back sites too though.
ScoutRecently, we camped here for a week. We don’t ever post negative reviews like this. The last day, we experienced a violent attack by a very large and aggressive Pit Bull. The Pit Bull did not have a collar or a leash and was accidently let out of the RV to roam free and unsupervised. It immediately ran to our site(4 sites away) and attacked our dog that was tied at the time. The incident was unprovoked. While trying to save our dog, my wife and I were also attacked. The wounds were serious enough to require emergency transport to a hospital for treatment including stitches. All we could think of was what might have happened if our granddaughter had been playing with our dog.
To put it mildly, their existing pet policy is grossly lacking. They never checked what breed of dog or ask to see documentation of shots when we were registering. Yogi Bear Jellystone Park needs to better manage their pet policy to address aggressive dog breeds and ensure the safety of campers. We camped there for seven days and saw multiple sites have more than one large dog, which in many places we’ve camped at would have been banned due to breed type or size. We have RV’ed extensively across the US and have never seen such careless enforcement of a pet policy regarding aggressive dog breeds. Seriously, think about avoiding this park if you have pets or small children.
TravelerGood for skinny dipping and other fun things! Most acidic lake in New York but completely safe.
LegendWe were on a 5 state East Coast camping trip. Our first campground was in New York Aug 8th. Unfortunately, Debbie was socking New York hard. North South Lake Campground in the Catskills was our camping home. Thursday & Friday it was Neverending rain & wind. Saturday was the nice day.
North South Lake has no electricity. The sites are almost all beautiful, tucked in under shady trees. Not a good way to try out our solar panel! Some are by a stream. A few are by the lake. This is a tent campers paradise. New York tent campers are hard core camping during Tropical Storm Debbie!
There are 7 loops. We were in loop 2. Site 85. There are some sites with an incline down to the site. That might give some rvs trouble. It did for us & I had to be driven out of the campground to call 911. Thank you Mary!! It all ended well & we got a different site.
There are bears that visit the campground & one came one of the nights & visited our camping neighbor's site. They showed us a picture- it was a large black bear.
Generators are allowed for 5 hours & they tell you when you can use them.
The bathrooms/showers are state park clean- which means not very.
There is NO cell service & just forget about WiFi. You are unplugged.
This is a hiking park & for this middle aged overweight flatlander they are pretty strenuous. Kaaterskill Falls is an exception - short, easy trail, but the parking fills up quickly. Then they close it! You'll have to take a shuttle to get in.
The trail to the Mountain House Site is also pretty easy, with more of an incline.
There's 2 nice lakes with beaches.
The Catskills are very scenic& we enjoyed our time there!
GuideThis campground is nestled in the Catskills, New York, with easy access to New Jersey and Connecticut. With large campsites and most surrounded by trees, you will find just the right mix of privacy and community depending upon what you are looking for. Although the showers aren't top notch, they do have them and a great recycling center for all of your garbage. If hiking is what you enjoy, they have nearly 4 miles of trails within the campground and surrounding areas that circle two nearby ponds and their day use area. If you are looking for something offsite, don't miss the Giant Ledge hike, a 30 min drive and about a 3 mile out and back hike to Giant Ledge for amazing views overlooking the entire area. Head out to watch the sunrise one morning with awesome views looking east. When you need a break from cooking, don't miss the nearby Phoenicia Diner for some great breakfast and coffee! All of the Park Rangers are very helpful and will provide recommendations and maps, just ask!
TravelerNorth South lake is one of the larger public camp grounds in New York. The sites are well spaced out. Great for families. The lake is huge.
Avoid holidays to avoid the crowds.
TravelerSome things you should be aware of before booking: The office, playground, dog park, pool, laundry are located at the top of the hill. Camping spots are downhill, a good distance from the office and amenities. Trash is located off site in a pullout on the road you drive in on. There are 2 showers for women and 2 for men. Both are old and not well maintained or in our experience clean, either. In general the camping spots are not well maintained, weedy, un-level and picnic tables are weathered and warped. This resort campground is composed of mainly residents, the rules (we observed) apply to the overnight campers, not the residents. Children of the residents run free all day and past curfew in the evenings unsupervised. The setting is quiet, the views from the upper level are lovely. With some updating of bath facilities, cleaning and leveling of campsites, uniform enforcement of rules, Pleasant Acres could become a resort destination.
Family camping options near Wurtsboro offer a mix of tent sites, cabin rentals, and RV spaces across the Catskill foothills. Located in Sullivan County, the region sits at elevations between 600-1,200 feet, creating moderate summer temperatures that average 5-10 degrees cooler than New York City. Most campgrounds remain open from May through mid-October, with several offering extended fall camping for leaf peeping.
Water activities: accessible creek play. Oakland Valley Campground provides creek access that's perfect for wildlife spotting. "We spent most of early spring at Oakland Valley right on the river. Even though covid really forced a shutdown on activities, this one was of my kids favorite places of the year. They loved to fish and play in the river, explore the woods and ride bikes around," writes Katrina R.
Fall color viewing: spectacular foliage. Winding Hills Park features multiple water bodies surrounded by hardwood forests. "We were there in late October, towards the end of the season, and there were only a few other campers there, and it was a weekend! So nice to have the whole place feel so quiet and desolate," notes Laura M. The park's hiking trails offer prime leaf-viewing from late September through mid-October.
Basketball and sports: organized recreation. Thousand Trails Rondout Valley offers structured recreation facilities beyond just hiking. "This campground is great. Lots of activities a pool access, food court and basketball courts," mentions Kaitlin B. The sports fields and courts provide alternatives to woodland activities.
Privacy between sites: secluded options. Many campers appreciate the wooded separation at certain campgrounds near Wurtsboro. "We had a nice tent site (92) along the river. I called myself captain planet because I fished a coffee cup from the river," explains Eric R. about his stay at Korns Campgrounds.
Fishing opportunities: stocked ponds. Multiple pet-friendly campgrounds near Wurtsboro feature fishing options. "There is a large lake to kayak and fish in. NO SWIMMING. The lake is a nice size and has a trail so you walk the entire length with benches around a good portion to sit and/or fish," writes Amanda B. about the facilities at Winding Hills Park.
Varied terrain levels: select your preference. Oakland Valley Campground offers different camping experiences based on elevation. "Nice, family friendly campground with 3 levels to camp at. Top level has a pool, showers and bathrooms with laundry area and game room. Middle level has open field with bathrooms with sinks and running water," explains Jeanne-Marie P.
Late season advantages: fewer crowds. October camping offers quieter experiences. "Gorgeous in the fall! We were there in late October, towards the end of the season, and there were only a few other campers there, and it was a weekend!" shares Laura M. about Winding Hills Park.
Water quality varies: bring your own. Some campgrounds have mineral-rich water. "The water smells a little like sulfur, so you may want to bring your own," advises Laura E. at Winding Hills Park.
Non-holiday reservations: first-come options. High Point State Park Campground offers flexibility outside major holidays. "Reservations are needed only for major holidays during camping season; Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. Must book the entire holiday weekend 3 days (90$ for non electric sites add $5 each day for electric)," explains Amanda B.
Kid-friendly activities: scheduled entertainment. Jellystone Park Gardiner specializes in family programming. "This campground is great for kids. It has a event just about every weekend with kid activity," shares Jennifer I. Plan to participate in organized activities rather than creating your own entertainment.
Safety near water: supervised access. Multiple dog-friendly campgrounds near Wurtsboro feature water attractions with varying safety features. "Nice pool that is shallow so you can relax and let the little ones go in the water park section alone or they have a 3 ft pool also," notes Amanda S. about Jellystone Park Gardiner.
Playground quality: varies by location. Check playground conditions before booking. "Playground definitely needs to be replaced. It was more like a few metal bars for hanging. But they had a jump blob thing my kids loved," shares Aliceon W. about Neversink River Resort.
Site leveling: check before setup. Uneven campsites can cause problems. "Only reason I didn't give 5 stars was because the sites were a bit difficult to back into and unlevel," mentions David S. about Oakland Valley Campground.
Water and electric access: varying hookups. Some campgrounds offer partial hookups only. "There are water spigots around the grounds and attached to the bathroom facilities. But no actual sites with water hookups for RVs," notes Amanda B. about facilities at Winding Hills Park.
Smaller rigs preferred: size limitations. Many campgrounds in the area restrict large RVs. Boulder Point Campground accommodates only specific sizes: "This property has several sites for you to setup your tent, camper, van, or RV (only small tow behinds or popups, no large RVs)," explains Ashley F.
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