Ranch camping in New York with hiking
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BeaverWood Farm (no children)
61 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Ferndale, NY
A 15 acre farm with over 100 LOOSE FARM ANIMALS!
Lake view, free boats, hot shower, picnic tables, fire rings, RVs up to 16 ft.
No children under 16.
There are no specific campsites here.
Cheap firewood, $20/shelf.
We provide a custom Google Map, full of farm details and several local activities like boating to our corner store, hiking up a nearby mountain and swimming in a secret swimming hole.
Well behaved dogs are welcome and may be off leash.
We cannot offer reimbursement for tents damaged by animals. This is extremely rare, but it CAN happen. If you do not wish to put your tent at risk, please do not camp here.
We charge "per person, per night", not by the campsite or vehicle.
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook: @beaverwoodfarmers
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The Mountain Top @Wright's Farm
5 sites · RVs, Tents450 acres · Gardiner , NY
It all started when grandfather Charles B Wright first establish this farm in 1904. He purchased it for its natural springs. In our barn (now home to Gardiner Brewing Company) he had gravity fed water troughs for his cattle. Since then we have slowly switched from animals to tree fruit. You will enjoy rolling hills of fruit trees and fruit gardens along with beautiful views of the Shawangunk Mountain Ridge. We have 450+ acres so it in very private.
As we are a working farm, you can see us driving pass with our tractors or maintaining the orchard around your campsite on occasion. You are welcome to ride your bikes, hike or jog where you will pass ponds and a working farm landscape. Please don’t pick our fruit. If you would like to enjoy the fruits of our labor please visit our farm store open year round on the premises where we sell cheeses, our fresh picked fruit and veggies, local meats, and our famous cider donuts along with other farm products. We also have a farm brewery open 3-7 in our old dairy barn for you to enjoy. Live music Saturdays and Sundays. Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Reserve are only 10 minutes away. The rail trail is three minutes away. This trail gives you walking and biking access into New Paltz, where there is tons of restaurants and lots of shopping.
Please be aware that during the months of September and October there may be a Pick-Your-Own customer or two walking around picking apples around the campsite area between the hours of 10:00-6:00. You are also welcome to come down to the farm market and purchase bags to pick your own apples in season.
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The Dominion House Farm and Trails
4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Washingtonville, NY
This historic renovated farm offers four sites convenient from Interstate 84, the NYS Thruway Interstate 87, and Route 17/Interstate 86.
Site 1 is a leveled stone pad easily accessible from the paved driveway, in front of two rustic barns where campers enjoy 30 amp electric service and a picnic table. Sites 2, 3 and 4 are in a private field (w/o service) each including a picnic table and fire ring.
There are 40 acres of walking trails, and miles of adjacent rail trails for hiking/mountain biking from your site.
Visit Brotherhood winery/restaurant, local breweries, Storm King Art Center, Washington's Headquarters, Motorcylepedia, Lego Land, Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets, Resorts World Casino, and more.
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ADK Mountain View
9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents150 acres · Westport, NY
This was a very old dairy farm owned by the Duntley Family. Old farming equipment dispersed throughout the property. An old foundation from a sugaring house. Beautiful old rock walls. Deer and wildlife galore.
Pitch your tent or bring your camper to our 150-acre working farm oasis. Beautiful views of the Adirondack Mountains. Easy drive to great hiking spots. Easy access in Essex for the ferry to Vermont. Lake Placid, high peaks 30 minutes. Or just relax at your campsite with a fire.
There is a water spigot to the left of the big brown metal building with easy access with the driveway in front of the building.
Each site has its own outhouse, picnic table, two Adirondack chairs, fire ring with a cooking grate.
Snow mobile access during winter months.
Happy Camping!
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Upper Shire Campsites Hudson Valley
6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents22 acres · Hillsdale, NY
The Upper Shire Private Campsites in the Hudson Valley are on a gorgeous hill with a small pond surrounded by 22 acres of an old horse ranch. It is located in Columbia County near the Massachusetts and New York border. There are currently 5 unique camping areas located here. Each one is special due to its location on the hill. Check out our map and enjoy our spacious yet secluded campsites and our new off-grid double shower shack with hot and cold water on demand. This place has a relaxed atmosphere and is located near Catamount Ski Resort, Bash Bish Falls, Taconic State Park, Hudson NY, and Great Barrington, MA.
If you plan on bringing a pet please be sure to add that fee to your booking under "extras" ($25) If you have additional guest(s) that would like to join you that fee is ($25 a night per person) and you will need to message us about how to arrange that. We have extra easy pop-up two-person tents available to rent ($15 for two nights) you can also find that option under "extras" along with bundles of firewood ($15)
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Magic Forest Farm
15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents225 acres · Coeymans Hollow, NY
**Please confirm you have read our property description and rules before booking**
Our slice of paradise consists of 225 acres of forested land nestled in the foothills of the Catskills near Albany. We are a homestead and small campground devoted to the principles of organic farming and self-reliance. Modern agriculture and big business are unsustainable, destroying farmland at an accelerating pace. It is important for us to teach the next generation, there is an alternative. We produce much of our own food. We have friendly goats, chickens, ducks, peacocks, donkeys and horses the guests can pet and feed. There are no swimming holes on our property, but many waterfalls and swimming spots within a short drive (see list below). A quick 5 minute drive will get you to one of the best disc golf courses in the north east. For the truly adventurous, Clarksville Cave is a short drive away. Visit their website for list of proper gear and rules. We do rent some of the equipment needed.
Nearby Hiking Spots:
Holt Preserve - 1.2 miles away
Thatcher State Park- 9.4 miles
Huyck Preserve- 11 miles
Hannacroix Creek Preserrve- 8.4 miles
Nearby Swimming Spots:
Hannacroix Creek Preserve- 8.4 miles
Kaaterskill Falls- 24 miles
Thompsons Lake- 10 miles
North-South Lake- 24 miles
Parking: multiple car parking are available at each site.
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Boulder Point Camp
31 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Pine Bush, NY
We have 40 acres with miles of trails through the property. It is located on the hudson valley wine trail so there are tons of wineries to access. We are in the mountains with great climbing, next to a state park. The campsite is on top of a massive boulder that looks out over the grounds with tons of wildlife surrounding. On a dead end road in the middle of the woods with no other houses within sight.
***PLEASE NOTE: BATHROOMS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE SEASON.
A little bit about us.
This is a small campground. We do have one Glamping site as well as well as a
super luxurious pool house
available.
We rent small retro RV's as well, see our other listings!!
There are 40 acres here to explore with small streams, wetlands and forests.
We have 4 modern brand new bathrooms with a hot showers in a beautiful new
bathhouse with a charging station for phones and tablets.
Its pretty amazing!!!!!
We do have sulfur water, its great for your skin but smells!
Each site usually has a 2 chairs, a table , a grill and a fire ring.....
We also offer 3 vintage campers for a unique glamping experience. We have a 1984, a 1975 and a 1966 all with solar electric lighting. Running water is located at the camp store.
Take a look at our listings or ask
me. I'll tell you all about them. *Please note that use of the pool is available to guests of the pool house only.
We also offer hiking excursions. Please
book in advance.
Our sites are
in the middle of the 40 acres of beautiful undeveloped land to explore or just enjoy the quiet. There are no street lights to block the view of the night sky and the fire flies are something to see.
We still have all the cool stuff like tons of restaurants, breweries, wineries & vineyards, and farms all around.
Boulder Point Camping is centrally located among indoor and outdoor activities, great restaurants, local shops, and antiquing.
We are close to loads of hiking trails, state parks, restaurants, creeks, swimming, fishing and more.
Sam's Point, Ice Caves Mountain, and Minnewaska State
Park just to name a few!
In addition there are plenty of microbreweries, wineries, and farms where you can pick your fruit right off the tree (or vine) as the case may be.
We are also a few minutes from Angry Orchard, Gardiner Brewing Company, and Baldwin Vineyards and many many others...
Dogs welcome with an additional $20
fee.
We can accommodate small vans, popups
and RVs as well.
Check in is at 3 pm
Check out is a strict 12 pm
unless prior arrangements have been made.
We reserve the right to change your site number without notice.
WE HAVE A STRICT 30 DAY CANCELLATION POLICY, TRYING TO MOVE YOUR DATES IS THE SAME AS A CANCELLATION AND TREATED THE SAME.
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Tempest Ranch camp
12 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Beaver Dams, NY
40 secluded acres with 1850 feet of clear stream with a
great swimming hole. Our fenced fields with sheds boarders 9100 acres Sugar Hill State Forest, hiking trails and a dirt seasonal road that connects to other dirt roads. We have a mature pine forest grove that you can pick a spot to camp next to,or walk our creek and find a cleared spot to tent or just sleep next to campfire.
We have been here 20 years improving what was run down, and continue to add a few pines and special private site for great memories!
Our sites sit along meads creek which is nice
to sit and relax in. At the bridge along maple lane is a very fun swimming hole ,which has been so nice all summer let your dog swim with you and have a nice float .we have a picnic tabel and fire ring at most sites . We are constantly making new fun sites to enjoy .
fire-ring and outhouse! We have a pond to feed fish and explore on a canoe or bring tubes .always horses and donkeys to see . I have 1850 foot of stream to hike along and explore wildlife.turkey,deer,fox the occasional coyotes howling . We have been getting eagles.few bear sightings. ..we have .some pretty private spots along the creek . And under the pine tree grove.we border 9100 acres of sugar hill state Forrest. Trails everywhere. Twelve miles of back dirt roads to get to Watkins Glen state park. 7 miles to the Glen race track .twelve miles to a great dirt track to see racing.we can accommodate horse camping ,either by ride ins or trailers with pASTURES TO PULL INTO.
! This site borders sugar hill state Forrest! Twelve miles to Watkins glen
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Campsites at Stonewall
7 sites · RVs, Tents97 acres · Middletown, NY
Come enjoy the holiday weekend!! We have a wonderful panoramic views withe the best sunsets and star gazing . Close to all major highways and
This beautiful and private 97 acre horse farm is made up of beautiful rolling fields filled with horses. The property is nicely surrounded in beautiful woods with plenty of nature to watch. The property was originally used for farming then converted to dairy. This farm has been a farm and was built in the early 1800's. . It conveniently close to Highland State Park and all the hiking trails , lakes, wineries and many other attractions.
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ZiegenVine Homestead
7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents103 acres · Savona, NY
Our property is a 103 acre farm located in Savona, NY - offering Goat Yoga on the Homestead May - September. Be sure to check our website for scheduled dates or schedule a private session.
Nature, belonging and freedom is a gift everyone deserves, so it's our mission to share our blessings humbly and earnestly with all.
At ZiegenVine Homestead, we promise to provide a simple, cheerful, beautiful property where you can experience life outdoors and nature in its true glory.
We invite you to walks the trails around the property and visit our goat herd, as well as meet the rest of our farm animals.
ZiegenVine Homestead
Restoration. Reconnection. Exploration.
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Dharma Bums Eco Lodge
10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents45 acres · Castleton On Hudson, NY
We have three different sites to choose from: Tiny House, Glamping, and Camp Site. Each is unique and private from each other!
The bathroom is shared with the other sites, but it is covered and well maintained. Enjoy our private outdoor shower and toilet!
Extras are available to purchase: firewood bundle, wine tasting and farm fresh eggs.
All of our sites are animal friendly! Let your dog roam here!
Our property sits on the foothills of the Adirondack's
on 45 beautiful acres just 15 minutes east of Albany.
Choose to explore our vineyard and winery on site and opt into our wine tasting next door.
Open April-October, Friday-Sunday, 10-4pm
Trails and walking paths are throughout the property and you may even catch our horses and honey bees that roam our beautiful community!
Across the street is the Empire Foot/Rail Trails which is special for walking and biking.
Local landmarks nearby and easy access to HWYs. Waterfalls and nice parks nearby
Just a short distance away, our special community area that
hosts yoga classes, and gathering sites: picnic tables, fire pits, gardens
etc!
We are just a short distance away from Troy and Albany
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Triple S Tenting
2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Bloomville, NY
A great spot to come and camp high up on a hill. Pitch a tent and enjoy the solitude of camping in the middle of a hay field, under a huge oak tree. In the middle of farm country. From time to time you may smell a little cow smell or hear/see a tractor drive past. However, there is nothing greater than the smell of fresh cut hay in the summer breeze. Deer graze in the fields surrounding the house.
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Ranch camping in New York with hiking guide
Overview
New York state is made for outdoor adventures, whether you're hiking in the Finger Lakes, glamping amid Hudson Valley vineyards, or backcountry camping in the Adirondacks. Campers can take their pick of 180 New York state parks, 22 national park sites, and a national forest, almost all of which provide RV sites and tent camping—some also have cabin rentals and glamping options. June through August is peak camping season in Upstate New York, and camping reservations are essential through fall, too. November through March is ski season, and many RV parks and cabins stay open year-round.
Where to go
New York City & Long Island
When the temperatures rise in summer, New York campers make a beeline for the sandy shores of Long Island. Beach camping experiences abound on the island, both along the Atlantic Coast and the North Shore. Check into one of the coastal RV parks, camp at one of the many country parks, or head to the beachside campgrounds at Hither Hills State Park or Wildwood State Park.
Hudson Valley & the Catskills
Vineyards and heritage towns dot the banks of the Hudson River, north of NYC, stretching all the way up to the Catskills Mountains. There’s lakeside camping within an hour’s drive of the city at Harriman State Park, kayak-in tent sites at Hudson River Islands State Park, and a popular campground at Bear Mountain State Park. For keen hikers, some of the best camping and glamping is found in the vast Catskill Forest Preserve.
Saratoga & Adirondacks
To escape the crowds and explore the wilderness, continue north into the Adirondacks, where the soaring mountains and wild woodlands stretch across more than 6 million acres. Epic hikes, fall foliage views, and idyllic lakes await campers, whether you prefer a hike-in tent site or a cozy log cabin in the woods. Don’t fancy hiking? Try whitewater rafting along the Ausable River, go canoeing between the three Saranac Lakes, or enjoy boating on Lake George.
Central New York & the Finger Lakes
For tranquil lakeside camping, the Finger Lakes get our vote. Regional highlights include the Gorge Trail at Watkins Glen State Park, the beaches and waterfalls of Buttermilk Falls State Park, and the "Grand Canyon of the East" at Letchworth State Park, but you can also fill your camping trip with wine tasting, farm-to-table restaurants, and lake activities.
Western New York
More than 65,000 acres of mountains, forest, and lakes make up the vast Allegany State Park, where you can choose from four state campgrounds or book one of the many cabins. Further north, there’s beachside camping along the shores of Lake Ontario, while Four Mile Creek State Park is one of three western New York state parks to offer yurt rentals. An added bonus? It’s within a 15-minute drive of Niagara Falls.
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