The best dog-friendly cabin rentals near Albany, New York

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for discovering the best camping options in the United States. If you're looking for a cabin that accommodates pets and is near Albany, New York, we've got you covered with over 575 options starting as low as $25 per night. Check out our top campsites, including Timbertrail Farm, Wyomanock Farm, and Quarry Brook, each with over 200 reviews. Popular amenities at these campsites include trash, toilets, and showers, while popular activities include snow sports, wildlife watching, and whitewater paddling. Book your perfect cabin camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Albany

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for discovering the best camping options in the United States. If you're looking for a cabin that accommodates pets and is near Albany, New York, we've got you covered with over 575 options starting as low as $25 per night. Check out our top campsites, including Timbertrail Farm, Wyomanock Farm, and Quarry Brook, each with over 200 reviews. Popular amenities at these campsites include trash, toilets, and showers, while popular activities include snow sports, wildlife watching, and whitewater paddling. Book your perfect cabin camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Albany

1. Foolhardy Hill

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44mi from Albany · 15 sites · Tents, Lodging

Foolhardy Hill is a campground in Charlemont, MA that provides the basic essentials needed for outdoor lodging and lots of extra creature comforts for your convenience. Private, rustic cabin and tent sites provide a cozy place to rest while the communal spaces bring people together to share stories and exchange tips before the next day's adventure. ***Please note, all guests must be 16+ years of age to visit/camp at Foolhardy Hill*** We have an epic location that offers scenic mountain views and access to mountain biking, white water rafting & kayaking, zip lining, hiking and fishing all within a 3 mile radius. Venture out just several miles further and you will be immersed in museums and galleries, eateries, local breweries, shops and more. GROUP CAMPING Foolhardy Hill is smaller than your typical campground, making it feasible for groups to rent the entire place. If you have a group of 12 or more people or simply want a very exclusive experience, we highly recommend exploring this option. The entire campground can be rented out at discounted rate and is designed to comfortably sleep up to 24 people. If your group exceeds 24 people, please contact info@foolhardyhill.com to inquire about our overflow options. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Our cozy cabins are designed mainly for sleeping use, so space is limited when it comes to indoor activities. Guests should expect to spend the majority of their time outside. There's no such thing as too much fresh air! Foolhardy Hill is off-grid; The cabins are free of electricity, plumbing and gas connections meaning there is no air conditioning or heat. Solar and battery powered lighting systems are available at the cabins, however, guests should come prepared with back up light sources and their own portable charging stations. There is cell service at the property. Foolhardy Hill is a self service base camp (think Airbnb outside). Management is only a quick text or phone call away and staff can be onsite within 30 minutes. AMENITIES -Outdoor Kitchen is equipped with two large propane grills, three burners, cooking utensils, pots/pans/serving bowls, knives & cutting boards, dinnerware, coffee french press and mugs, counter space and bar top, picnic tables, washing station with potable water and more -Community bath house has two full bathrooms with flush toilets and hot showers -Community fire pit has benches and chairs to comfortably seat 12-15 people. Firewood is provided and included in the reservation fee. -Hammock Grove has five single person hammocks -Provided yard-games include Corn Hole, Can Jam, Frisbee, Giant Jenga, Yard Pong, Football and more. WHAT TO BRING Bedding (Sheets, Blankets, Pillows, Sleeping Bags, etc.) Tent & Sleeping Pads if you are renting a tent site Towels & Washcloths Bowls, Plates and Cups (if you prefer to use disposable) Weather Appropriate Clothing and Footwear First Aid Kit Bug Spray Sunscreen Toiletries (Toothbrush & Toothpaste, Shampoo, Soap, etc.) Portable power bank for charging electronics (solar or charged before arrival) Flashlight, Lantern, Headlamp etc. & extra batteries Cooler & Ice Reusable water bottles/canteens for all members in your party Paper Towels Cooking Oil/Spray for Grills Salt, pepper, and seasonings Ground Coffee Ziplocs/Tupperware Tin foil Camp Chair A Good Attitude

2. Phoenicia Creekside Cottage

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48mi from Albany · 1 site · Lodging

Learn more about this land:“Nestled in the heart of the high peaks region of the Catskill Mountains.” We are located directly on Phoenicia’s iconic Main Street. At our little cottage you will fall asleep listening to the sounds of Stoney Clove Creek. You are a stones throw from all of our beloved town has to offer. Cozy queen bed, a *very* comfortable fold-out queen sofa bed, full kitchen, full bathroom and more. Come enjoy The Catskills!

3. Gatherwild Ranch

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38mi from Albany · 13 sites · Lodging

Welcome to Gatherwild Ranch, featured in The New York Times and home to 8 beautiful and unique accommodations spread out on the rolling hills of a former apple orchard in the heart of the Hudson Valley in Upstate NY. We provide a luxurious farmstead experience, and offer a place to comfortably reconnect with nature. Enjoy the privacy of your site or meet meaningful community in the common areas. Explore the bustling nearby upstate town of Germantown, Hudson and Rhinebeck, drop in a swimming hole, cool off in our sprinklers, enjoy our beautiful bathhouse amenities, pet a goat and collect duck eggs for your breakfast, and stargaze by your private fire at night. The experience of a lifetime is at your fingertips.

4. Moonrise Forest Camp

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21mi from Albany · 2 sites · Lodging

We have been the caretakers of this land and cabin since 2015, when we bought it from the builder of the modest cabin on-site, Steve. It is our family camp, but we love to share it with friends and fellow nature-loving campers. The land is partially wooded, and partially 'old field' that is slowly re-foresting through natural succession with some intentional interruption in order to introduce edible native trees and shrubs that are not naturally present. In this way the land is a slowly developing food forest and also a nursery for its plant-loving stewards. Learn more about this land: Escape the city and find yourself in this off-grid hillside cabin with a deck overlooking the Taconic mountain range.   Wander through field and forest, and cool off in the nearby stream.    The cabin has two rooms, and there is a kids playground and tire swing making this an appropriate family camping getaway.    There is a solar panel providing indoor lights and phone charging capabilities, a fire pit with a grill, and a simple array of pots, dishes, and utensils.  There is a spring-fed 55 gallon reservoir of potable water that will slowly refill as well. Though not far off the road, there is very little car traffic, and the surroundings are very peaceful.  The din of the running stream is a constant, while the sounds of coyotes and owls can be heard at night.  As the name indicates, the east-facing hillside is often witness to incredible moonrises, and the stars are always bright.  Nearby Attractions: The Beer Diviner small-scale brewery and taproom is a stone's throw away from the parking area with a selection of tasty beer and some food options available.  In addition to regular hours, there are special summer events, and live music every Saturday night. Cherry Plain State Park is a 'less-traveled' state park and campground just 3.5 miles up the road, offering lake swimming, boating, hiking and mountain bike trails. Other nearby outdoor attractions include:  Williamstown MA, The Taconic Crest Trail, Jiminy Peak Resort, Hancock Shaker Village, and Mt. Greylock. PLEASE NOTE:  CAMP OPENS MAY 31, 2019 & CLOSES NOV. 1, 2019

5. The Smithy

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49mi from Albany · 1 site · Lodging

Charming secluded, private camp that sleeps one or two, down a private woodsy dirt road atop a hill outside hamlet of Roseboom, near Cherry Valley NY. 20 minutes to Cooperstown. A gently-managed tree farm, property includes forests and open meadows, even a ravine stream. Spectacular night skies, birds, wildlife. Lots of trail and hiking options. A former farm blacksmith shop with weathered siding-- a ‘smithy’-- the camp has electricity, features a raised, built-in full size bed with storage drawers underneath, a compact kitchen corner with hot / cold water, an intimate dining area. Kitchen amenities include induction hotplate, electric coffee mill and French press coffee maker, kettle, pots & pans, cooler, plates/mugs/bowls /cutlery for two. Unheated. Outside, enjoy the generous rustic deck with outdoor seating/ table, charcoal grill, outdoor shower built with locust trees from the land ( hot / cold water). Nearby spring-fed pond. For swimming bring watershoes, fishing permitted. More Trails/hiking: a nearby nature preserve and forested state land (within 10 mins.). Pets welcome. Incredibly peaceful, private, secluded. A nearby, new, beautiful outhouse. Explore the rural micro community: Nearby hamlet of Roseboom has friendly Bobs Country Store for supplies (ice, eggs, milk, meat etc); Roseboom Café for rural dining out (open Thurs and Friday); Stannard Maple Farm for maple syrup from our own trees. Resource list provided will include contacts for local vegetable gardeners -- and artists. 20 minutes from Cooperstown.

Public campgrounds near Albany

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October Mountain Campground

39mi from Albany · 44 sites · Tents, RVs · in October Mountain State Forest

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Savoy Mountain Campground

39mi from Albany · 46 sites · Tents, RVs · in Savoy Mountain State Forest

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Moreau Lake State Park Campground

40mi from Albany · 150 sites · Tents, RVs · in Moreau Lake State Park

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Lake Taghkanic State Park Campground

40mi from Albany · 86 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Taghkanic State Park

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Copake Falls Campground

40mi from Albany · 114 sites · Tents, RVs · in Taconic State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Shelby

October 2025

With pets

2 nights at The Smithy

A beautiful and affordable stay! The hosts were wonderful, we (the dogs and I) had the whole property to ourselves. Checked out the local conscience store/sandwich shop they recommended and it was excellent. There’s electricity but no heat so I brought a small space heater with me for the chilly nights, it worked great for the space! The dogs loved the pond and all the land to run on. The cabin was very cozy. Thank you Sydney for making this a beautiful and affordable place to stay. It was amazing, we will definitely be back!

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Emily

October 2025

Weekend Trip to The Smithy

We absolutely loved the Smithy! Sydney and Peter have a wonderful set up from extra blankets to keep us warm and the hot shower made our trip was so enjoyable. We fished in the pond, took walks around the property, and watched the sunset both mornings from the top of the hill. Our dog absolutely loved the cut trails and joining us fishing and doing yoga! Truly a one of a kind spot. We can't wait to visit again!

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Marie

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Smithy

It was a wonderful stay. The cabin was perfect for an anniversary getaway weekend with our 2 dogs. We explored the property with them and earned our cellular signal with a walk up the hill a few times. We had beautiful sunny days but the weather has turned chilly at night - a small electric heater that we brought kept us comfortable without issue. The sandwiches at Bob’s were wonderful and the whole weekend was a success - thank you!

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Veronica

August 2025

With pets

4 nights at Moonrise Forest Camp

We can’t recommend The Dacha enough! We had a great time spending four nights with our pup cooking on the campfire, finding good throwing sticks, and swinging from the tire swing! The outdoor kitchen and view was just amazing! Inside the decor is simple but BEAUTIFUL you can tell that Andrew and Vickie have put so much time and love into this camp spot and it’s so amazing of them to share it with the world! ❤️ Just a heads up, there does seem to be a camp up the road. We never saw anyone but we could hear them playing horns and the bongos as well as singing everyday specifically at 8:45 pm on the dot every night. We’re not sure if this is an everyday occurrence or we just happened to stay at the Dacha at the same time as another event up the road. This would not deter us from coming back at all but did catch us off guard the first time that we heard horns in the distance lol. All in all we had a wonderful time and can’t wait to get back to the Dacha!

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Doron

August 2025

With pets

1 night at The Smithy

We LOVED it. It's the coolest little cabin, hosts really go out of their way to make you feel welcomed and it's all just so much fun! The property and area is also amazing and now we have to come back again :)

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Charles

July 2025

1 night at Foolhardy Hill

We had a great time here! The host Katie communicated with us via text promptly and clearly, with just enough frequency to keep us feeling like true guests. The facilities are all top quality, well thought out, leaving us with no want of cooking options, water, a wonderful fire pit and firewood (although we decided not to build a fire and turned in early instead) and comfortable seating areas including plenty of Adirondack style chairs. Bathroom/showers were spotless. Other guests were friendly and considerate. If in the Charlemont area again, we'd feel fortunate to have another opportunity to stay at Foolhardy Hill.

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Hartt

July 2025

Weekend Trip to The Smithy

We loved The Smithy :) a lovely private location and easy to get to. Sydney and Peter were super accommodating from the moment I messaged to the moment we arrived. Everything was just as described. 10/10 would definitely come and stay again!! Thank you for having us!

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Chris

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Smithy

The property is spectacular & serene, quiet and location was perfect for everything we wanted to do. The cabin and outhouse were clean and well taken care of. The outdoor shower had plenty of hot water for a sunrise shower.

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Lisa

June 2025

2 nights at Foolhardy Hill

Foolhardy is fabulous! The honors were very friendly and responsive. We usually camp at state parks but this time decided to rent a cabin. The cabin was very clean. And the mattresses were comfortable. We are very lucky to have the entire place to ourselves. The kitchen area is top notch and fully equipped with everything from pots to dishes to cleaning supplies.