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The best camping near Minnewaska State Park Preserve

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Gunx Camping On A Horse Farm!

10 sites ¡ RVs, Tents150 acres ¡ Kerhonkson, NY
We love having chill rock climbers, hikers and families on our farm/wedding venue.  It's not a campground!  It's just a super cool place to have some privacy and a camp fire and be really close to the best hiking and climbing, and swimming holes and farmers markets and road biking around.Horse farm / Wedding venue super close to Gunx, Minnewaska State Park, Mohonk Preserve, Lipman Park (Mt biking) Great for rock climbers, families, hikers, horse folks.Sites are private with fire pits. It is $25/ person per night!Strict cancellation policy so if not sure, just book for 1 person to guaranty a space and settle up upon arrival when you know your actual plans and numbers ?So, we do weddings on some summer /fall weekends.   You camp in a totally different part of the property and are no where near the wedding activity at all.  Occasionally, the music is audible.  We do our best to let the wedding folks have their fun without irritating neighbors and campers, but feel free to check in with us before booking.
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Red Fox Meadow Campsite

4 sites ¡ Tents250 acres ¡ New Paltz, NY
Learn more about this land:A grassy meadow nestled between a forested ridge the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, an open access walking and bike path. The Rosendale Rail Trail Cafe is just across the meadow from you and Rosendale trestle bridge is a short bike or walk away.
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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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Queen's Cabin

1 site ¡ Lodging5 acres ¡ Kerhonkson, NY
Dog Friendly and Fully Fenced!! This rustic 600 square-foot cabin with a semi-private bedroom and a fold-out couch can comfortably sleep up to 4 adults. The bathroom and kitchen both have modern amenities. There's a wood stove but also electric heat and AC. Huge sliding glass doors open up to a wrap-around porch. No TV, but Wifi. It sits on 5 wooded acres and nearly a full acre of cleared land is fenced, making it safe for dogs to run off leash. The house sits within the fenced in acre so you can conveniently open the doors and let your dogs run free. There is one visible house across the street from the front of the cabin but it feels very private in the back of the house. There is a firepit. There are two outbuildings onsite that are not available for rent at this time. The cabin is 20 mins from Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Mountain House, and 35 mins from Kingston, New Paltz, Gardiner, Phonecia and Woodstock. Local restaurants of note include Mill and Main, Roughcut Brewing, Westwind Orchard, Arrowood Farms, and Harana. We live in the chalet next door where we offer small group fitness classes most days of the week. Ask us for more info if you're interested.
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BeaverWood Farm (no children)

40 sites ¡ RVs, Tents15 acres ¡ Liberty, NY
We are a 15 acre farm on the shores of Swan Lake. There are plenty of campsites sites all around the property, accommodating tents, mid sized campers and RV's. No children under 16 please. Depending on how crowded we are, privacy varies, but on most weekends you can be out of site of other campers. Many campsites have fire-pits already, but you're welcome to make your own anywhere you'd like. While camping, you may be visited by over 100 friendly, free roaming FARM ANIMALS! You may feed them, but PLEASE dont let them eat plastic bags. Be sure to put all food away when you are done. 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. The farm was once an old bungalow colony and has some glass and metal still in the soil. Please wear shoes at all times. Firewood is available at several locations around the farm. There is a heated sink and shower in the back corner of our main camping area. Boats are available at our lakeside dock, at no charge. There is also a great mountain for hiking and a super secret swimming hole, both within a 10 minute drive. Also enjoy a child free visit, as we do not allow children under 16 years old. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook: @beaverwoodfarmers
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Robibero's Retreat

2 sites ¡ Tents42 acres ¡ New Paltz, NY
Originally the Wallkill summer camp in the 70's we have turned this property into one of the Hudson Valleys premier wineries. Owned by the Robibero Family since 2003, we have revamped the entire property to be a quite and peaceful nook with gorgeous VineyardsWinery by day, campgrounds by night. Our secluded field is the perfect spot to pitch a tent and enjoy a night away from the noise. A roaring fire is a must as you can sit around in our tables and chairs and feel the heat from our 10 foot diameter fire pit! Many local hiking, fishing, and climbing spots nearby just a few miles away from our location. Bring your pet! Toilet also available.Just a 5 minute drive into the historic town of New Paltz and you will find many unique shops and great restaurants to indulgePlease call the winery for availability if you are interested in tastings.
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Taliaferro Farms

2 sites ¡ Tents34 acres ¡ New Paltz, NY
Learn more about this land:Welcome to Taliaferro Farms! Come bring your pets! We have several tent sites available to choose from. 4WD Is recommended is access the sites. Inquire with us if you have any additional questions. We are a small vegetable farm based in upstate NY. the farm is located right next to the rail trail creating a short scenic walk to our small town New Paltz that has many food, arts, and outdoorsy attractions. If you're just here to stay the night on the farm get ready to see one of the most beautiful views including a mountain ridge, open sky, and fireflies.
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Paradise Valley Homestead

11 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents33 acres ¡ West Milford, NJ
GREAT NEWS!!! Starting April 5th, my long awaited 1st Glamping site will be available for booking! Please read the description carefully of the "Gypsy Rose Vardo", to see if it's the right fit for you. We have 10 large camping sites available on our 33 acre property located in Northwest NJ. Sites 1 through 4 are on mowed, fairly level fields and are large enough for campers or RV's up to 30ft, or a couple of tents, and sites 5 and 6 are further back in the woods, available only for a few small tents, sites 7 through 10 are much further into the property and are only accessible with a high clearance AWD or 4WD SUV or you can park and hike your gear in. Although we are only 2 1/2 miles from a main highway, the last 2 miles are on a dirt road with no houses. We are surrounded by protected land, so no neighbors and lots of wildlife, including the occasional bear, coyote or raccoon. Keep all food items secured. Because we are surrounded by protected land we are not sprayed for insects, so be safe and do tick checks often and bring the bug spray. We are 45 minutes from NYC or the Delaware Water Gap and an hour away from the NJ shore. There are horse farms nearby that offer trail rides. We are also close to the Highland and Appalachian Hiking trails. There are two reservoirs within a 20-minute drive for canoeing or kayaking. There are walking trails through our property, including a ten-minute hike on a marked trail to a small waterfall in a ravine.
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Historic Riverside Farm

7 sites ¡ RVs, Tents50 acres ¡ Walden, NY
This amazing 50 acre farm is on the State and National Historic Register. Once part of the Milton Bodine land tract, this property has been privately owned for 4 generations. Come explore all Riverside Farm has to offer. **BEST IN NEW YORK 2022 and 2023** Voted Hipcamp #1 place to visit for 2022 *Riverside Farm was granted one of the States first Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Cultivation Licenses and has since formed FlowerHouse NY. The cultivation of New York's first licensed cannabis crops and products are happening offsite, at another location. However Riverside Farm is still an active and working Farm* Follow along @FlowerHouse_ny and @Waldenriversidefarminc This picturesque family farm is conveniently located just 80 miles from both Manhattan and Albany. Riverside Farm offers 1600 feet of direct river access, ponds, rolling meadows and woodlands. You’ll have 50 acres of freedom to enjoy at your leisure. There are convenient walking paths cut throughout the property to help guide you. The farm is yours to explore, check out the beautiful, historical barns, old school hand water pumps, the old-world windmill and other hidden treasures. All the campsites have plenty of space between each other (roughly 300 ft), and they all have their own access points to the river. We are approximately 1.5 miles from Angry Orchard Cider House. The new City Winery in Montgomery is minutes away. We are located right in the middle of the Shawangunk Wine Trail and have dozens of wineries and craft breweries within 20 miles of the farm. World class hiking trails and breathtaking views await at Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Mountain House, both just 15 miles away. The Bashakill Preserve is home to some of the best bird watching in the Northeast and is 5 miles away. The walkway over the Hudson and fine dining options at Newburgh's waterfront are also within a short 20 minute drive. The Shawangunk, Wallkill and Hudson Valley rail trails are easily accessible for those wanting to bike or jog. Whether you're looking for a home base to explore the wonderful Hudson Valley and its attractions or looking to get completely lost in nature's peacefulness and beauty, Riverside Farm is the spot. Cancellations- If you cancel at least 1 week before your check in day and time, you’ll receive a full refund (minus Hipcamp fees). If you cancel within the 1 week before check in, there will be no refund. **unless WE reached out to you about concerning weather conditions!
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Wallkill River Camping

4 sites ¡ Tents30 acres ¡ Montgomery, NY
We are a 30-acre working active Hay farm. We purchased the farm when my grandfather passed away in 2014. It was once used to feed his cows. We had a working dairy farm. Now the property is used for your enjoyment and ours. As well as making hay. We have an 8-acre garden planted with rhubarb, raspberries, and berries on the farm too. We are located next to the Wallkill River which the campsite overlooks. We have 3 campsites available to choose from. Toilet available, campfires permitted, picnic table provided, pets welcome. Be advised we are a working farm so you will see woodpiles, machinery, such as tractors and other items sometimes hanging around.
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Whispering Woods Retreat

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents2 acres ¡ Montgomery, NY
Set up camp on the soft, green grass and take in the beauty of the surrounding nature. Listen to the gentle rustling of the leaves and the chirping of birds as you settle into your tent or RV. In the evening, gather around the campfire with your loved ones and share stories while the stars twinkle overhead. Whether you're looking for a romantic weekend getaway or a fun family adventure, this camping site in a rural backyard is the perfect destination. So pack your bags, grab your sleeping bags, and get ready to experience the great outdoors like never before.
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The 1772 Lefevre Homestead

1 site ¡ Tent40 acres ¡ New Paltz, NY
This property was once a working apple orchard. Over regulation made it very difficult to manage so we let it lie foul for years. Then we let a fellow farmer use it to graze his cattle. Now our children has taking it over and are raising beef cattle on the property. Our campsite lies on the beautiful two and a half century old LeFevre family farmstead with rich history and stunning views of the Shawangunk Mountain ridge. The property is on a 40-acre old apple orchard that is super private and filled with dramatic views and spectacular sunsets. Wake up in your tent to the sounds of birds chirping, roasters crowing and cows just close enough but just far enough way. On occasion there may be a person driving by to tend to the cattle.
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$70
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The best camping near Minnewaska State Park Preserve guide

Overview

About

Nestled in the Shawangunk Mountain ridge, Minnewaska State Park Preserve offers an array of outdoor activities set against a backdrop of stunning geological formations. From hiking and biking on 35 miles of carriage roads to rock climbing and bird watching, there's an adventure for everyone. Dive into the crystalline sky lakes or explore the dense hardwood forests. And for those who love the night sky, the Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground provides a minimalist camping experience.

Notable campgrounds

  • The Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground offers a minimalist camping experience with tent-only sites and essential facilities.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early, as spots at the Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground can fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons.
  • Check for cancellations regularly if your desired dates are full.
  • Consider visiting during the weekdays for better availability.
  • Explore nearby camping options if the park's campground is fully booked.

When to go

The best time to visit Minnewaska State Park Preserve is during the warmer months, from late spring to early fall, when all trails and facilities are fully accessible. Winter offers a serene, snowy landscape for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, though some areas may be closed due to weather conditions.

Know before you go

  • Check the weather and trail conditions before your visit, as some areas may be closed due to weather.
  • Remember to carry out all trash, as there are no trash cans in the park preserve.
  • Swimming is only permitted in designated areas; streams and waterfalls are off-limits.
  • Keep dogs on a leash no longer than 6 feet and clean up after them.
  • Parking lots can reach capacity on good-weather days, so arrive early to secure a spot.

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