Swimming and fishing enthusiasts will find direct lake access at Copake Falls Area, where Taconic State Park's 169 sites spread across multiple loops near the water's edge. The campground accommodates both tent campers on large wooden platforms and RVs with full hookups, while hikers can access backcountry sites via trail.
Weekend crowds from nearby metropolitan areas create a bustling atmosphere, particularly in the front sections where sites sit closer together. Casey L. notes that "it was peaceful for us" after checking out before the weekend rush. Back sections offer more spacing between sites, and campers report finding quieter spots with wooded buffers in areas like site 85 in section C.
The lake features two lifeguarded swimming areas - a shallow section for children and a deeper area with a floating dock for jumping. Anglers fish directly from the shoreline, while hiking trails lead to nearby Bash Bish Falls across the Massachusetts border. "There are plenty of hiking trails nearby," reports jackie G., with Sunset Rock offering another popular destination within the park.
Modern bathhouses provide hot showers and flush toilets, though some reviewers recommend bringing bottled water due to the sulfur taste of park water. Sites include fire rings and picnic tables, with a dump station available for RVs. The campground operates from early May through late November, with reservations recommended for weekend stays. Dogs are welcome with proof of rabies vaccination.
For additional options beyond the park, see campgrounds near Copake Falls or Waubeeka Family Campground just over a mile west.
Description
Taconic State Park is located along 16 miles of the Taconic Mountain Range and great for camping near New York, sharing a border with Massachusetts and Connecticut. Two developed areas, Copake Falls and Rudd Pond, offer an extensive trail system with terrain that varies from easy to challenging, offering spectacular views. The extensive campground at Copake Falls has sites to accommodate campers seeking a more rustic experience, as well as those seeking a more "home like" experience. There are 45 tent sites, 25 tent platforms, 36 trailer sites and three cabin areas for a total of 106 campsites and 18 cabins. The trailer sites allow trailers up to 30 feet in length, but do not offer hook up facilities. Centrally located restroom and shower facilities are located in all campsite areas. The cabin areas vary in number of cabins, location and size. The smallest cabins accommodate up to 4 people and the largest 6 people. All cabins have electricity, lights, hot and cold running water, a kitchen with a refrigerator and stove, a dining area, a picnic table, and outdoor camp fire ring with grill. The "Ironworkers" cabins are equipped with private showers and flush toilets; campers in the "Bash Bish" cabins utilize a centrally located shower facility with flush toilets. Some cabins in the Greenwich Cabin Area are wheelchair accessible and offer extra amenities such as a microwave, sofa, shower, dishwasher and cable television hookup.
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New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
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Location
Public CampgroundCopake Falls Area — Taconic State Park is located in New York
Directions
**253 State Route 344, Copake Falls, NY 12517** On your road map, locate New York State route 22 (It will be just north of where the New York, Massachusetts and Connecticut borders come together). From route 22 take the exit Copake Falls/Taconic State Park and follow route 344 east to the park entrance. 518-329-3993
Address
BOX 100
Copake Falls, NY 12517
Coordinates
42.12101927 N
73.51940818 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/29/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 3/29/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 42 min from Pittsfield, MA
- 51 min from Kingston, NY
- 52 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr 12 min from Waterbury, CT

































