- Riverside Camping
The best river, stream, or creek camping near Waterfront Communities-The Island
79% (68) • 258 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Waterfront Communities-The Island
William H Pouch Scout Camp
1. William H Pouch Scout Camp
40km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 1 site
Escape to William H. Pouch Scout Camp, an easily accessible oasis in Staten Island’s Greenbelt. This premier camping destination offers a variety of accommodations, including cabins, lean-tos, and tent sites, all surrounded by scenic hiking trails.
With a climbing wall, archery range, and a lake for fishing and boating, Camp Pouch has everything needed for a memorable outdoor adventure in New York City. Scouts, families, and units can book a campsite, cabin, or lean-to, or reserve space at Berlin Lodge. Groups may also visit for hikes or unit meetings by completing a scheduling form to secure their spot.
Discover adventure in your own backyard! William H. Pouch Scout Camp offers New York City and New Jersey families a scenic escape without the long drive. Nestled in a serene forest with a beautiful lake, Camp Pouch is ideal for day trips or weekend getaways—giving families the chance to unwind, explore nature, and connect, all within easy reach of the city.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$136
/ night
Lincoln Kirstein
2. Lincoln Kirstein
83%
(29)
71km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 1 site · Tent, RV
Private compound
Close to Merritt Parkway and I95
1 hour from NYC
Hidden off the main road
800 ft long single lane driveway
Quite camp; peaceful with access to town center grocery and gas station
15-20 minutes to metro north train stations
Flat parking for vans and small to medium size rvs
Hiking trails and bike jumps on and right of the property
1-mile trail behind house to town center
Beautiful birds chirping, wildlife, and nature
You will love this spot
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$68
/ night
Bare Camping
3. Bare Camping
79%
(68)
77km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 1 site
Property was bought just as another project. However, after realizing the beautiful surroundings it only made sense to share it with others.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$53
/ night
Cheesequake State Park
4. Cheesequake State Park
83%
(6)
State park 54km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 59 sites
Discover Cheesequake State Park's diverse landscapes and activities.
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Campfires
Showers
Allaire State Park
5. Allaire State Park
79%
(7)
State park 65km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 55 sites
Discover history, nature, and an antique steam railway.
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Campfires
Showers
The New Weis Center
6. The New Weis Center
77km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 4 sites
Come experience 152 acres of preserved forest in the beautiful Highlands Region of northern New Jersey. Our nonprofit nature center has a rich history and offers events rooted in arts, education, and recreation.
We have four rustic cabins with electricity available for overnight stays of 1–7 nights. A mountain stream runs through the property, and there are plenty of casual outdoor seating areas to relax in. There is also a large recreation field and private trails to explore during your stay with us.
Our property borders Norvin Green State Forest, which offers miles of hiking trails, including 360-degree views from Wyanokie High Point. The Highlands Natural Pool is also adjacent to our property, featuring a spring-fed, Olympic-sized swimming pool open from Memorial Day through the end of September.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$60
/ night
Harriman State Park
7. Harriman State Park
77%
(15)
State park 80km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 137 sites
This popular New York park offers year-round adventure.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
79% (68) • 258 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Waterfront Communities-The Island
William H Pouch Scout Camp
1. William H Pouch Scout Camp
40km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 1 site
Escape to William H. Pouch Scout Camp, an easily accessible oasis in Staten Island’s Greenbelt. This premier camping destination offers a variety of accommodations, including cabins, lean-tos, and tent sites, all surrounded by scenic hiking trails.
With a climbing wall, archery range, and a lake for fishing and boating, Camp Pouch has everything needed for a memorable outdoor adventure in New York City. Scouts, families, and units can book a campsite, cabin, or lean-to, or reserve space at Berlin Lodge. Groups may also visit for hikes or unit meetings by completing a scheduling form to secure their spot.
Discover adventure in your own backyard! William H. Pouch Scout Camp offers New York City and New Jersey families a scenic escape without the long drive. Nestled in a serene forest with a beautiful lake, Camp Pouch is ideal for day trips or weekend getaways—giving families the chance to unwind, explore nature, and connect, all within easy reach of the city.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$136
/ night
Lincoln Kirstein
2. Lincoln Kirstein
83%
(29)
71km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 1 site · Tent, RV
Private compound
Close to Merritt Parkway and I95
1 hour from NYC
Hidden off the main road
800 ft long single lane driveway
Quite camp; peaceful with access to town center grocery and gas station
15-20 minutes to metro north train stations
Flat parking for vans and small to medium size rvs
Hiking trails and bike jumps on and right of the property
1-mile trail behind house to town center
Beautiful birds chirping, wildlife, and nature
You will love this spot
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$68
/ night
Bare Camping
3. Bare Camping
79%
(68)
77km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 1 site
Property was bought just as another project. However, after realizing the beautiful surroundings it only made sense to share it with others.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$53
/ night
Cheesequake State Park
4. Cheesequake State Park
83%
(6)
State park 54km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 59 sites
Discover Cheesequake State Park's diverse landscapes and activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Allaire State Park
5. Allaire State Park
79%
(7)
State park 65km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 55 sites
Discover history, nature, and an antique steam railway.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
The New Weis Center
6. The New Weis Center
77km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 4 sites
Come experience 152 acres of preserved forest in the beautiful Highlands Region of northern New Jersey. Our nonprofit nature center has a rich history and offers events rooted in arts, education, and recreation.
We have four rustic cabins with electricity available for overnight stays of 1–7 nights. A mountain stream runs through the property, and there are plenty of casual outdoor seating areas to relax in. There is also a large recreation field and private trails to explore during your stay with us.
Our property borders Norvin Green State Forest, which offers miles of hiking trails, including 360-degree views from Wyanokie High Point. The Highlands Natural Pool is also adjacent to our property, featuring a spring-fed, Olympic-sized swimming pool open from Memorial Day through the end of September.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$60
/ night
Harriman State Park
7. Harriman State Park
77%
(15)
State park 80km from Waterfront Communities-The Island · 137 sites
This popular New York park offers year-round adventure.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Clinton
October 2025
18 ft Class B
Great place! Beautiful spot. There are a couple of spots available, one next to the house and one further down the road on a small pull-off. We stayed by the house and it was great.
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Samantha
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Very nice, exactly what we were looking for. Not too close to civilization, but also not in the middle of nowhere. Spot was spacious and very cute.
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Maggie
August 2025
Tent
Great spot for a quick camping trip! Although it was on someone's property, no one was around so it still felt secluded.
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Yuriy
July 2025
Tent
Just returned from Bare Camp, - what a wonderful escape! The place is quiet, peaceful, and has a beautifully archaic charm. Perfect spot to unwind and reconnect with nature. Definitely recommend it for anyone and planning to come back again!
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Bray
June 2025
Tent
Group trip
This camping trip was an amazing experience, the site was great and all but the cherry on top were the friends we made their. They were so nice they gave us all alcohol, fire wood, and even offered to take us to the cemetery at night, 10/10 recommendation and yk they jack harding pl around there
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jayme
May 2025
Tent
this campsite felt like a hidden oasis in their backyard! there was enough privacy where we felt like we were alone and the sound of the stream at night put us right to sleep.
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Ruth
May 2025
Tent
Nice spacious grounds. The stream in the back is also calming.
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Samantha
April 2025
Tent
It was a pretty cute little spot, the creek was probably the best part, we loved sitting beside it. The little shelter made the rain even better, we stayed inside the tent and listened to the rain while My husband played guitar
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Joshua
April 2025
Tent
Group trip
Really nice spot right next to a little creek. Great fire pit and sufficient space. Would highly recommend and would love to come back
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