Camping Near Me in Mahopac
Harriman State Park
Seven Lakes Dr / Bear Mountain Circle, Ramapo, NY
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.
Activities:
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Ice Fishing
Ice Skating
X-Country Skiing
Amenities:
Boat Launches
Boat Rentals
Cabins
Campsites
Dumping Stations
Food
Gift Shop
Grills
Group Camping
* Organizations only (i.e. Churches, Schools, Scout troops). For details, please call 845-429-8257
Museum/Visitors Center
Picnic Tables
Playing Fields
Scenic Views
Showers
Swimming Beach
* At Tiorati and Welch beaches
Tent/Trailer Sites
Stewart State Forest
Featured Activities
Hiking
Be sure to visit the new Great Swamp boardwalk and trail on the island. The new boardwalk connects the east and west sides of the Great Swamp and makes some nice hiking loops possible.
Fishing
Stewart State Forest features seven larger ponds and many smaller ones for fishing. The deepest are 6-acre Whalenburgh Pond, 3-acre Wilkens Pond, and 2-acre Rowes Pond. The smaller ponds offer warm water fishing for bass, sunfish, shiner, bullhead and perch, with a larger selection at Tenny's, including eel, carp, crappie and pickerel. New York State fishing regulations apply. Electric or non-motorized vessels only.
Hunting & Trapping
Stewart State Forest is one of the most popular hunting destinations in the state. Each year, thousands of sportsmen and women flock to Stewart to take advantage of its diverse habitats and abundant game populations. White-tailed deer and ringnecked pheasants are the most commonly pursued game species at Stewart. However, the area also provides high-quality turkey, waterfowl, rabbit, squirrel, and furbearer hunting.
Camping
Camping is only allowed by permit in specially designated group camping areas. Required camping permits are issued by Forest Rangers: (845) 256-3026. The permit must be obtained prior to set-up. Camping is prohibited from the first day of the early bowhunting season in the Southern Zone to the last day of the late muzzleloading and bowhunting season in the Southern Zone.
Horseback Riding
Horses are allowed on all public roads and trails except the Orchard Trail, Beaver Pond Trail, Rock Wall Trail and the boardwalk over Great Swamp. Proof of current negative Coggins certificate is required for all horses and out-of-state horse owners are required to produce a 30-day health certificate.
Snowmobiling
Snowmobiles are only permitted on trails designated and marked by the department as a "Snowmobile Trail" and only when the trail is completely covered with snow and/or ice; and on frozen lakes and ponds when access to same may be gained by public highways lawfully designated for snowmobile use, or by trails designated and marked by the department as a "Snowmobile Trail".
Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is allowed on designated trails and multiple use trails.
Watchable Wildlife
Stewart State Forest is a New York State Watchable Wildlife site and is a one-of-a-kind place for animals needing transitional habitats - birds and butterflies that love grasslands and bushes, turtles and snakes that love open sandy fields, and frogs and salamanders that love small wetlands surrounded by woods and fields.
Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area
253 Route 344, Copake Falls, NY
Taconic State Park is located along 16 miles of the Taconic Mountain Range, 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.
There are plenty of activities for campers, as well as day visitors to enjoy in the oldest State Park in the Taconic Region. Bike or stroll along the Harlem Valley Rail Trail, hike to Bash Bish Falls, just over the Massachusetts border or up Brace Mountain, the highest point in Dutchess County. Stop at the newly created Copake Iron Works Museum to learn about the iron industry at the former site of Copake Iron Works, established in 1845. Copake Falls offers swimming opportunities at a designated swimming area with a dock in Ore Pit Pond and at the adjacent kiddie pool. The small but deep Ore Pit Pond is a popular destination due to its excellent water quality. Swimming is permitted when lifeguards are on duty-- floatation devices are not allowed. Fresh water fishing enthusiasts will delight in hooking brown trout and other fish in the Bash Bish Brook or rainbow trout in the old iron ore mine pit.
The fun doesn't end in wintertime. There are great trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as 5 miles of snowmobile trails.
In season deer and bear hunting (rifle/shotgun/bow), turkey hunting (bow/shotgun), rabbit/hare hunting, squirrel, fox and ruffed grouse hunting are permitted. Small game season begin November 1st. A New York State hunting license is required. Please be aware that Taconic State Park property encompasses land in both Columbia and Dutchess Counties. Please adhere to the appropriate regulations set forth by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The use of handguns are not permitted in any state parks. No youth hunts.
Activities:
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Recreation Programs
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing Trails
X-Country Skiing
Amenities:
Cabins
Camper Recreation
Campsites
Cottages
Dumping Stations
Grills
Museum/Visitors Center
Pavilions
Picnic Tables
Playgrounds
Scenic Views
Showers
Swimming Beach
Tent/Trailer Sites
Waterfalls
Hunting:
Obtain Permit (No Cost) from the Park Office to be displayed in vehicle dashboard while hunting. Office hours vary – call ahead.
Fire Island National Seashore
120 Laurel Street, Patchogue, NY
Beachcombing
Tiny Treasures
Beachcombing is an activity you can enjoy throughout the year on Fire Island. When ferry service is limited, you may still drive to either end of the island for access to the beach.
You are allowed to gather and take home up to two quarts of unoccupied seashells per day (for personal use only), although there are few days when you're likely to find such an abundance of discarded shells.
Always check to be sure that your shells—especially the univalves or snail shells—are not occupied by a new owner.
Some of the treasures you find on the beach provide clues to the abundance of life in and on the sea. From marine plants to mollusks and crustaceans, to fish and birds, and even an occasional reptile or mammal. Perhaps your beachcombing will inspire you to learn more about Fire Island's plant and animal life.
Birdwatching
Fire Island is a birding hotspot in New York, especially during spring and fall migration. The diversity of barrier island habitats and its location along the Atlantic Flyway make Fire Island National Seashore a great place to find both resident and migratory birds. More than one-third of all North American species have been recorded here, so bring your binoculars on your next visit.
Boating
Boating at Fire Island
If floating on the Great South Bay sounds like your kind of fun, there are plenty of boating opportunities at Fire Island. Boating is a relaxing way to get out on the water and see the seashore from a different perspective.
Many people explore the bay on motor boats, sailboats, canoes, and kayaks. Those who prefer paddling may want to consider joining a free, ranger-guided canoe tour of the island’s most extensive salt marsh from Watch Hill.
Boat ramps for private vessels are also available at Captree and several other nearby state parks, and at Smith Point County Marina.
Camping
Camping Options: Trailer, Tent & Wilderness
Trailer and tent camping is available and accessible by vehicle at Smith Point County Park. Resident or non-resident County Green Key card passes are required to make reservations. Outer beach camping is not currently permitted at Smith Point. Phone: 631-852-1313
26 sand sites are available in-season for tent camping at the Watch Hill Family Campground, and are accessible by passenger ferry or private boat.
Wilderness/Backcountry camping is available in the Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune Wilderness on the eastern end of Fire Island and is accessible via Davis Park and Watch Hill. Access from Davis Park requires an additional one-mile hike. Reservations are required.
Fishing
Though some of the best fishing is during spring and fall, fisher folk over the age of 16 can enjoy casting a line anytime on Fire Island with a free, New York State recreational marine fishing registry. (New York State recreational saltwater fishing seasons, size and possession limits apply. Commercial fishing is not allowed within the boundaries of Fire Island National Seashore.)
Surf-fishing is an activity you can enjoy throughout the year on Fire Island. When ferry service is limited or the boating season is over, you may still drive to either end of the island for access to the beach. (Parking fee or recreational driving permit may be required.)
Those who are new to the sport, or have children who are learning to fish, can join surf-casting clinics, seining programs, and the Annual Snapper Derby at National Park Service sites on Fire Island.
Where can I fish?
Striped bass, bluefish, and fluke are the most sought after species and there are plenty of places to fish. Fishing is allowed on private vessels; ocean beaches outside of designated lifeguarded areas; on the bay shoreline; and authorized docks and piers outside of NPS marinas, including Patchogue Headquarters, Patchogue Ferry Terminal, and Talisman Dock. However, fishing is not permitted on the Lighthouse Pier or on a vessel within 300 feet of the pier.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation maintains two artificial fishing reefs in the Great South Bay, and several in the Atlantic Ocean south of Fire Island. Nearby Captree State Park-on the eastern end of Jones Beach Island and north of the Fire Island Inlet-offers access to several charter fishing boats. Boat ramps for private vessels are also available at Captree and several other nearby state parks, and at Smith Point County Marina.
Hunting
Waterfowl Hunting Permits
Fire Island National Seashore provides limited opportunities for waterfowl hunting. You must first obtain a hunting permit from the Seashore.
Permits are issued at the Wilderness Visitor Center and, when staff is available, at the West District Checkpoint, 631-661-2556.
Please remember to bring:
Valid New York State hunting license
Signed federal "duck stamp" (for hunters age 16 and older)
Valid state driving license
Confirmation number from the Migratory Bird Harvest Information Program (HIP)
Swimming
Swim Safely
Before you head for the water, be sure to keep these safe swimming tips in mind:
Check current swimming conditions before you head to the beach, or check in with the lifeguard for more information.
Swim between the flags at lifeguarded beaches; and never swim alone.
Stay in waist-deep water.
Wildlife Viewing
Fire Island National Seashore offers opportunities to catch glimpses of barrier island wildlife in its natural environment.
How exciting it is to spot a shy fox on the dunes as you hike through the Fire Island Wilderness! Or to spy a seal on the beach as it suns itself on a cold winter day. Strolling along the nature trail at Watch Hill or in the Sunken Forest, you can almost always see some of the park's bird life.
Hither Hills State Park
164 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY
Hither Hills State Park offers visitors scenic picnic areas and fireplaces, sport fishing, a sandy ocean beach, playing fields, a playground and a 189-site campground on the ocean. Anglers can fish year-round and obtain permits to fish at night. The unique "walking dunes" of Napeague Harbor are located on the eastern boundary of the park, which also has woodlands filled with Russian olive, oak, shad and pine trees. Bridle paths and hiking, nature, biking and cross-country ski trails are available.
Activities:
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Recreation Programs (Accessible)
Stand-up Paddle Boarding
Surfing
Wind Surfing
X-Country Skiing
Amenities:
Bridle Path
Camper Assistance Program
Camper Recreation (Accessible)
Campsites
Dumping Stations (Accessible)
Food (Accessible)
Group Camping
Nature Trails
Picnic Tables (Accessible)
Playgrounds (Accessible)
Playing Fields
Showers (Accessible)
Swimming Beach (Accessible)
Tent/Trailer Sites (Accessible)
Gilbert Lake State Park
18 CCC Road, Laurens, NY
Gilbert Lake State Park's lake and three ponds lie in wooded, hilly terrain in the foothills of the Catskills. In addition to cabins and campsites, the park has more than 12 miles of interconnecting trails for hikers, skiers, snowmobilers and snowshoers. Playgrounds and a disc golf course, as well as swimming, boat rentals, boating (car top/hard bottom boats) and fishing are also featured.
Amenities:
Amenities
Biking
Boat Rentals
Camper Assistance Program
Campsites, Cabins & Lodging (Accessible)
Disc Golf
Fishing
Food (Accessible)
Hiking
Hunting
Pavilions and Shelter Rentals (Accessible)
Playgrounds
Showers (Accessible)
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
Swimming Beach (Accessible)
Visitor Center (Accessible)
Glimmerglass State Park
1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown, NY
Glimmerglass State Park, located eight miles outside the village of Cooperstown, overlooks Otsego Lake, the "Glimmerglass" of James Fenimore Cooper's Leatherstocking Tales. The rolling, partially-wooded terrain is host to a wide variety of wildlife. An uphill trail through the forest affords a spectacular view of Otsego Lake; the Beaver Pond and Woodland trails are picturesque and of interest for the variety of wildflowers, shrubs, ferns and mosses.
The Hyde Hall Mansion, Covered Bridge, and a self-guided Beaver Pond Nature Trail are within park boundaries and open to visitors. Winter visitors can go tubing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, showshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, winter hiking.
Activities:
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Ice Fishing
Ice Skating
Recreation Programs (Accessible)
X-Country Skiing
Amenities:
Campsites
Dumping Stations
Food
Nature Trails
Pavilions
Picnic Tables (Accessible)
Playgrounds
Showers
Swimming Beach (Accessible)
Tent/Trailer Sites (Accessible)
Cornell Cooperative Extension Warren County
377 Schroon River Road, Warrensburg, NY
Thousands of people tap into Cornell University research and know-how to make sound and confident decisions concerning family, home, business, money, and the future.
Cornell Cooperative Extension offers educational programs supporting decision-makers and benefiting New Yorkers from all walks of life with university knowledge, research and innovation.
The Cornell Cooperative Extension network brings you the expertise of locally based extension educators, volunteers, and other experts through programs such as:
Master Gardeners
Natural Resources
4-H Youth Development
Nutrition Information
Parenting Programs
Energy and Finance Management
Each day, Cornell Cooperative Extension turns offices and schools, homes and apartment houses, libraries and county parks into extensions of the Cornell campus.We really do bring the university to you.
Extension’s Power is People
Since 1914, Cooperative Extension has responded to the needs of New Yorkers.
Our priorities are determined by people like you.Our volunteer board of directors and program advisory committees represent a diverse group of individuals who represent all of Warren County’s 12 municipalities and villages.
The result is a broad spectrum of educational programs for the people of Warren County.
Selkirk Shores State Park
7101 State Route Suite 3, Pulaski, NY
In addition to spectacular sunsets over one of the Great Lakes, visitors to Selkirk Shores State Park can expect outstanding fishing and popular hiking and biking trails that lead to a lush mix of meadows and woodlands.
Take full advantage of the views! Bring your binoculars - the park is directly in the migration route for a wide variety of bird species. Or, pitch a tent and stay awhile. Campsites are available directly overlooking a bluff on Lake Ontario.
Small boats can be launched from the Pine Grove site into the Salmon River, while larger boats can be launched from the Mexico Point Boat Launch on the Little Salmon River.
Pet Policy: A maximum of two pets are allowed in campsites and day use areas unless prohibited by sign or directive (not permitted in cabins 29 & 30). Pets are to be supervised at all times and either be crated or on a leash not more than 6-feet in length. Proof of rabies inoculation shall be produced if requested by staff. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals).
Amenities
Biking
Boat Launches
Camper Assistance Program
Campsites, Cabins & Lodging
Fishing
Food
Hiking
Hunting
Pavilions and Shelter Rentals
Playgrounds
Showers (Accessible)
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
Swimming Beach
Watkins Glen State Park
1009 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY
Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade. Rim trails overlook the gorge. Campers and day-visitors can enjoy the Olympic-size pool, scheduled summer tours through the gorge, tent and trailer campsites, picnic facilities and excellent fishing in nearby Seneca Lake or Catherine Creek, which is renowned for its annual spring run of rainbow trout.
Activities:
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
X-Country Skiing
Amenities:
Camper Recreation
Campsites
Dumping Stations
Food
Gift Shop
Grills
Pavilions (Accessible)
Picnic Tables (Accessible)
Playgrounds
Playing Fields
Scenic Views
Showers (Accessible)
Swimming Pool (Accessible)
Tent/Trailer Sites
Waterfalls
Wellesley Island State Park
44927 Cross Island Road, Fineview, NY
Wellesley Island State Park has the largest camping complex in the Thousand Islands region. Within this rustic paradise, fishing is excellent--particularly for smallmouth bass, pike, and muskie. To accommodate boaters, the park has a full service marina and three boat launches. A sandy beach on the river offers great swimming and sunbathing and there is a Camp Store, Laundromat, Arcade and the 9-hole Wellesley Island State Park Golf Course on the Island.
One of the main attractions of the park is the Minna Anthony Common Nature Center, which includes a museum, varied habitats such as wooded wetlands, 3 miles of shoreline and open granite outcrops, and miles of trails for hiking, cross-country skiing and nature education. The Nature Center provides educational and recreational programs for all ages. One special feature at the nature center is the 1/4 mile accessible trail that includes access to picnic tables and the seasonal butterfly house. In July and August, a 16 passenger Voyageur Canoe program leaves the docks of the nature center, touring Eel Bay.
For the less rugged camper, there are regular tent/trailer sites and a cabin colony, including facilities for group camping and twelve vacation rentals, which will enable you to enjoy the sunset from the porch of a fully outfitted cottage. You can choose a two or three bedroom cottage with all the comforts of home, including a bathroom with shower, kitchen with refrigerator and stove, bedding, cooking utensils, dishes, glassware, silverware, etc. Outside each vacation rental, a picnic table and ground grill are provided for meals and evening campfires.
Activities:
Biking
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Hunting
Ice Fishing
Recreation Programs (Accessible)
Snowshoeing Trails
X-Country Skiing
Amenities:
Boat Launches
Boat Rentals
Cabins (Accessible)
Camper Assistance Program
Camper Recreation (Accessible)
Campsites
Cottages
Dockage
Dumping Stations
Food (Accessible)
Grills
Group Camping (Accessible)
Interpretive Signs
Marina
Museum/Visitors Center
Nature Trails (Accessible)
Pavilions
Picnic Tables (Accessible)
Playgrounds
Playing Fields
Powerboats
Scenic Views
Showers (Accessible)
Swimming Beach
Tent/Trailer Sites (Accessible)
Letchworth State Park
1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY
About Us:
The Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth State Park opened in June 2016 and offers year-round environmental education opportunities for school groups, scouts, youth organizations, and the general public. Programming at the center focuses on the main topics of interest around the park, including geology, wildlife and botany. The building is open daily 10:00AM - 5:00PM.
The Humphrey Nature Center houses many interactive exhibits that especially highlight the plants and animals, geology and river ecology of Letchworth State Park. A video through the gorge during each of the four seasons plays on a loop on the face of a large reconstruction of the gorge wall. There is also large classroom/meeting space in the building.
Outside the Humphrey Nature Center you will find an outdoor classroom, butterfly garden, a bird observation station, and sustainable features such as solar panels and a cistern for collecting rainwater. There are trails that leave from the center that bring visitors to different points of interest such as Trout Pond, Inspiration Point Overlook and patches of old growth forest.
For more information about the Humphrey Nature Center, please give us a call at (585) 493-3680.
Hamlin Beach State Park
1 Hamlin Beach Boulevard West, Hamlin, NY
Hamlin Beach State Park's clear water, sandy beaches and 264 tent and trailer campsites bring thousands of visitors to the park each year. The Yanty Creek Marsh area at the east end of the park has a mile long self-guided trail. In addition, there are 6 miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as snowmobile and cross-country skiing. Visitors can launch car-top boats, fish for salmon and trout and enjoy the picnic facilities.
Amenities
Biking
Boat Launches
Campsites, Cabins & Lodging
Fishing
Food
Grills
Hiking
Pavilions and Shelter Rentals
Playgrounds
Showers (Accessible)
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
Swimming Beach
Triple R Camping Resort
3491 Bryant Hill Road, Franklinville, NY
Family-Friendly Camping in Western NY
Triple R campground in Western NY sets a new standard for camping. We pride ourselves in being the cleanest park with a large list of amenities, beautiful views, and pet friendly. All our sites are full hook up, include cable TV, and most are covered by WIFI. Come hang out on our new patio with a hot tub, tiki tables, palm trees and spray pad water park called LeeKee Lagoon.
Allegany State Park - Quaker Area
2373 ASP, Rte 1, Salamanca, NY
The Quaker area is known for its two lakes and wonderful camping experiences. It offers a sandy beach for swimming, two fishing piers and a canoeing or kayaking access point. Friend's Boat Launch makes the Allegany Reservoir available to the boating enthusiasts. The many hiking trails give opportunities to explore the naturally formed caves, plus the diversity of plants and wildlife. Many come to relax with the programs offered at the Quaker amphitheater, by picnicking, or just letting the children spend time on the playground. If you enjoy sports, you can use our horse shoe pits, baseball fields, basketball, volley ball or tennis courts. The old Quaker store has been completely restored and now houses a park museum. Interesting exhibits document the history of Allegany State Park as "The wilderness Playground of Western New York," and orient visitors to the parks unique features and attractions, both past and present. Allegany's mixed hemlock /hardwood forest, mountains, rolling hills and meadows, streams, ponds and lakes attract devoted outdoors enthusiasts year-round.
The two campgrounds and 20 cabin trails offer a total of 189 campsites and 230 cabins, 30 of them winterized and one group camp for rental. The Quaker area also has vacation rental cottages. The seven Fancher Cottages are located in the southern part of the Allegany State park, adjacent to Quaker Run Creek and offer guests a unique camping experience. Named for Senator Albert T. Fancher, the "Father of Allegany State Park," each Fancher Cottage (located in the historic Quaker Area of the park) has a bathroom with shower, refrigerator, counter-top range and microwave. The fully accessible cottages sleep six, are furnished and stocked with pillows, bedding, cooking utensils, dishes and coffeemakers. In addition, each cottage has a grill and picnic table outside.
Activities:
Biking
Fishing (Accessible)
Hiking
Hunting (Accessible)
Ice Fishing
Recreation Programs (Accessible)
Snowmobiling (Accessible)
Tennis
Amenities:
Boat Launches
Cabins (Accessible)
Camper Recreation (Accessible)
Campsites
Dumping Stations (Accessible)
Food (Accessible)
Gift Shop
Grills (Accessible)
Group Camping
Museum/Visitors Center
Nature Trails
Pavilions (Accessible)
Picnic Tables (Accessible)
Playgrounds (Accessible)
Powerboats
Showers (Accessible)
Swimming Beach (Accessible)
Tent/Trailer Sites (Accessible)