- Waterside Camping
The best lakeside camping near Paramus
91% (65) • 16 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Paramus
Historical Lake Front Barn
1. Historical Lake Front Barn
91%
(22)
31mi from Paramus · 1 site · Tent, RV
Nestled in the mountainside in Morris County this 10 acre farm estate is home to a plethora of wildlife, small lake, and large brook that runs through the property. The lake is home to native wildlife and the brook is loaded with trout. There are a couple of professionally maintained landscaping areas perfect for camping and firepit. It comes with a firepit, and everything you need for an amazing night out in the wilderness. There are beautiful hiking trails on site as well as right across the way adjacent to the property that are highly regarded in the state. The most secluded property you can imagine, it is home to some truly magnificent wildlife. There is no littering, and absolutely no hunting. As a nature lover, the respect I have shown these animals, is the reason why they love it here. Who knows what you may see! Firewood is available for purchase at the top of the driveway. It is handcut and seasoned for 3 years and stored in a custom hutch. $5 a compartment money goes in the mailbox.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$119
/ night
Bare Camping
2. Bare Camping
79%
(68)
19mi from Paramus · 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
Carpathia West
3. Carpathia West
100%
(1)
21mi from Paramus · 1 site
Carpathia West – Ridge-Top A-Frame Getaway
Perched high above Greenwood Lake, Carpathia West offers a cozy A-frame glamping escape surrounded by forest and mountain views. This private ridge-top site features a queen bed, mini-fridge, microwave, and power via EcoFlo system with generator backup.
Relax by the fire pit, enjoy peaceful sunsets, and explore nearby trails in Sterling Forest. Perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking a quiet nature retreat with just the right touch of comfort.
Highlights:
• Elevated views over Greenwood Lake
• Fire pit, picnic area, and private toilet
• Pet-friendly and secluded
• Easy access to hiking and lake adventures
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$168
/ night
Harriman State Park
4. Harriman State Park
77%
(15)
State park 21mi from Paramus · 137 sites
This popular New York park offers year-round adventure.
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Campfires
Showers
Wawayanda State Park
5. Wawayanda State Park
100%
(3)
State park 25mi from Paramus · 3 sites
Discover Wawayanda State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor fun.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Kittatinny Valley State Park
6. Kittatinny Valley State Park
100%
(4)
State park 36mi from Paramus · 3 sites
Discover Kittatinny Valley State Park's natural splendor and activities.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Cheesequake State Park
7. Cheesequake State Park
83%
(6)
State park 37mi from Paramus · 59 sites
Discover Cheesequake State Park's diverse landscapes and activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Fahnestock State Park
8. Fahnestock State Park
86%
(14)
State park 38mi from Paramus · 75 sites
Whether on the water or on the trails, this NY park is the perfect setting for adventure.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Stokes State Forest
9. Stokes State Forest
97%
(15)
State forest 41mi from Paramus · 113 sites
Discover Stokes State Forest: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Swartswood State Park
10. Swartswood State Park
100%
(2)
State park 40mi from Paramus · 73 sites
Discover Swartswood State Park's serene lakes and lush trails.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
High Point State Park
11. High Point State Park
100%
(8)
State park 40mi from Paramus · 55 sites
See three states from one vantage point at this state park.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Jenny Jump State Forest
12. Jenny Jump State Forest
81%
(12)
State forest 47mi from Paramus · 24 sites
Discover the natural allure of Jenny Jump State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Round Valley Recreation Area
13. Round Valley Recreation Area
96%
(12)
State park 47mi from Paramus · 85 sites
Discover Round Valley Recreation Area's natural splendor.
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
91% (65) • 16 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Paramus
Historical Lake Front Barn
1. Historical Lake Front Barn
91%
(22)
31mi from Paramus · 1 site · Tent, RV
Nestled in the mountainside in Morris County this 10 acre farm estate is home to a plethora of wildlife, small lake, and large brook that runs through the property. The lake is home to native wildlife and the brook is loaded with trout. There are a couple of professionally maintained landscaping areas perfect for camping and firepit. It comes with a firepit, and everything you need for an amazing night out in the wilderness. There are beautiful hiking trails on site as well as right across the way adjacent to the property that are highly regarded in the state. The most secluded property you can imagine, it is home to some truly magnificent wildlife. There is no littering, and absolutely no hunting. As a nature lover, the respect I have shown these animals, is the reason why they love it here. Who knows what you may see! Firewood is available for purchase at the top of the driveway. It is handcut and seasoned for 3 years and stored in a custom hutch. $5 a compartment money goes in the mailbox.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$119
/ night
Bare Camping
2. Bare Camping
79%
(68)
19mi from Paramus · 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
Carpathia West
3. Carpathia West
100%
(1)
21mi from Paramus · 1 site
Carpathia West – Ridge-Top A-Frame Getaway
Perched high above Greenwood Lake, Carpathia West offers a cozy A-frame glamping escape surrounded by forest and mountain views. This private ridge-top site features a queen bed, mini-fridge, microwave, and power via EcoFlo system with generator backup.
Relax by the fire pit, enjoy peaceful sunsets, and explore nearby trails in Sterling Forest. Perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking a quiet nature retreat with just the right touch of comfort.
Highlights:
• Elevated views over Greenwood Lake
• Fire pit, picnic area, and private toilet
• Pet-friendly and secluded
• Easy access to hiking and lake adventures
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$168
/ night
Harriman State Park
4. Harriman State Park
77%
(15)
State park 21mi from Paramus · 137 sites
This popular New York park offers year-round adventure.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Wawayanda State Park
5. Wawayanda State Park
100%
(3)
State park 25mi from Paramus · 3 sites
Discover Wawayanda State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor fun.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Kittatinny Valley State Park
6. Kittatinny Valley State Park
100%
(4)
State park 36mi from Paramus · 3 sites
Discover Kittatinny Valley State Park's natural splendor and activities.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Cheesequake State Park
7. Cheesequake State Park
83%
(6)
State park 37mi from Paramus · 59 sites
Discover Cheesequake State Park's diverse landscapes and activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Fahnestock State Park
8. Fahnestock State Park
86%
(14)
State park 38mi from Paramus · 75 sites
Whether on the water or on the trails, this NY park is the perfect setting for adventure.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Stokes State Forest
9. Stokes State Forest
97%
(15)
State forest 41mi from Paramus · 113 sites
Discover Stokes State Forest: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Swartswood State Park
10. Swartswood State Park
100%
(2)
State park 40mi from Paramus · 73 sites
Discover Swartswood State Park's serene lakes and lush trails.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
High Point State Park
11. High Point State Park
100%
(8)
State park 40mi from Paramus · 55 sites
See three states from one vantage point at this state park.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Jenny Jump State Forest
12. Jenny Jump State Forest
81%
(12)
State forest 47mi from Paramus · 24 sites
Discover the natural allure of Jenny Jump State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Round Valley Recreation Area
13. Round Valley Recreation Area
96%
(12)
State park 47mi from Paramus · 85 sites
Discover Round Valley Recreation Area's natural splendor.
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Kevin
December 2025
2 nights at Carpathia West
I took this trip with my adult son and I was as tranquil and a bounty of wildlife. The sunsets are great and you’re perch on a hill overlooking a lake so quite scenic. If you want to totally disconnect be at peace and rough it a little this is the place for you. There is a a generator for light, heat and a refrigerator. We took our own portable compost and a small rinse king system to wash up..
Cooking outside was a thrill for my son as well, we gather wood from the surroundings.
Konsztantine was very responsive and quite hospitable. Quick responses to whatever we asked. Best in class host. I will definitely be back. Highly recommended.
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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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Jessi
August 2025
15 ft campervan
We stayed here for two nights during Labor Day weekend, absolutely beautiful weather, no bugs. Good swimming hole in the creek and a stone skipping lake nearby. The abandoned house was fine, and overall quiet. This area is rich horse ppl mansions everywhere, I wasn’t worried about my safety at all. Great spot for my dog too and a nice walking trail. We weren’t bored. Around 9:30 am the host with police badge on windshield of truck came and told us there was a large group coming and asked us to leave earlier than check out time, he was cool though, and luckily we have very little to pack up. There is also a camera at the site, but we felt like we were left alone the whole time we were there, and really weren’t bothered at all by the camera there. We would def come back here again, I felt like it was worth the money and a nice area! Nice camp site!
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Timothy
August 2025
Tent
With kids
2nd time booking this site and probably won't be the last! Kids had a great time, was bummed Buttermilk Falls was closed down though..
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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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