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88% (469)

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Peconic River Campgrounds

1. Peconic River Campgrounds

95%
(667)
35mi from Babylon · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · Calverton, NY
Grassy field. Natural woods. River accessible. We are located 30 minutes from Long Island, NY. Feel free to pitch your tent anywhere you like on the property. Choose the grassy meadow or the natural woods filled with trees. Have a campfire and enjoy nature. Bring fishing gear and cast away. Go for a relaxing walk on the 2,000 feet of walkable dikes right on the river. Bring your canoe or kayak and feel free to launch it right on site. If you're bringing an RV, we can accommodate vehicles up to 30 ft in length and the sites require levelling. There is a water hookup but no electrical hookup. Toilet & showers are available. Potable water available. Pet-friendly! Bring a bike and explore our dirt trails across the street. Or visit the man-made dam on Dam RD just 2 minutes down the road, where you can take a dip in the water. If you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle, look no further! It's serene, peaceful, and private. So come experience it for yourself! Nature awaits!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$45
 / night
Welcome to our abode

2. 60's Surf Camper

83%
(50)
27mi from Babylon · 3 sites · Lodging · Inwood, NY
Located in the heart of Rockaway Beach NYC, this vintage 1963 Shasta camper is perfect for a small getaway with a few pals to enjoy the sun and the surf! Take a trip back in time! The camper can sleep up to 4, where the second bed is created from the seating area. There is a beautiful city view over the bay that can be seen from the seating area. All linens are provided. A fridge to keep your drinks ice cold, a BBQ, 2 beach chairs with umbrella, a cooler, and a coffee maker with coffee, are all yours to enjoy and are included free in the rental! We also have two surfboards available to rent for an extra fee. Guests have access to a private toilet, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a long day on the beach or shredding the surf. Fishing, and the most amazing city view sunsets are just a 1 minute walk up the block to the bay park. Quality Wifi is included.The Atlantic ocean, the beach, concession stands, and our wonderful new boardwalk are just a few short blocks away, a 4 minute walk. Great neighborhood restaurants and bars are within walking distance. Rent a surf board and hit of the surf beaches or just head to the beach to relax. Perfect for couples or a small family getaway, come and enjoy this vintage camper, and all that this beach town has to offer!
Potable water
Toilets
Showers
from 
$117
 / night
Lincoln Kirstein

3. Lincoln Kirstein

83%
(29)
35mi from Babylon · 1 site · Tent, RV · Weston, CT
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
Campfires
from 
$68
 / night
Gateway National Recreation Area

4. Gateway National Recreation Area

67%
(3)
59 sites · New York
Gateway National Recreation Area: A Tapestry of Nature and History.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
Wildwood State Park

5. Wildwood State Park

78%
(9)
314 sites · Wading River, New York
Camp and play on 600 acres of undeveloped forest overlooking the Long Island Sound.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
Hampton’s Campsites

6. Hampton’s Campsites

94%
(9)
35mi from Babylon · 2 sites · Tents · Westhampton, NY
Campsite in Westhampton NY just 3 miles to the pristine beaches of the Hamptons. We no longer have the Yurt. Bring your own tent or RV. There's an outdoor shower with hot water and a propane gas BBQ Grill. Total beach vibe here in the Hamptons -- sought out destination by surfers and fishermen worldwide. Performing Arts Center, Bakery, Farmer's Market, Restaurants and Shops on Main Street just a bike ride away. Gazebo bandshell host free summer concerts. RELAXED beach vibe! An Eco-friendly camping experience will connect you to Nature and give you the best chance to relax. No WiFi, No TV, No Toilet
Potable water
Campfires
Showers
from 
$100
 / night
Zen Paradise

7. Zen Paradise

86%
(7)
35mi from Babylon · 2 sites · Tents · Wilton Center, CT
Learn more about this land: Site 1 (Zen Paradise) is a fully fenced-in campsite and no visibility from the house. Fence gates lead to a creek and a forested area. Site 2 (Best Kept Secret) is located in the forested area is completely secluded.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$70
 / night
88% (469)

Top-rated campgrounds

Peconic River Campgrounds

1. Peconic River Campgrounds

95%
(667)
35mi from Babylon · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · Calverton, NY
Grassy field. Natural woods. River accessible. We are located 30 minutes from Long Island, NY. Feel free to pitch your tent anywhere you like on the property. Choose the grassy meadow or the natural woods filled with trees. Have a campfire and enjoy nature. Bring fishing gear and cast away. Go for a relaxing walk on the 2,000 feet of walkable dikes right on the river. Bring your canoe or kayak and feel free to launch it right on site. If you're bringing an RV, we can accommodate vehicles up to 30 ft in length and the sites require levelling. There is a water hookup but no electrical hookup. Toilet & showers are available. Potable water available. Pet-friendly! Bring a bike and explore our dirt trails across the street. Or visit the man-made dam on Dam RD just 2 minutes down the road, where you can take a dip in the water. If you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle, look no further! It's serene, peaceful, and private. So come experience it for yourself! Nature awaits!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$45
 / night
Welcome to our abode

2. 60's Surf Camper

83%
(50)
27mi from Babylon · 3 sites · Lodging · Inwood, NY
Located in the heart of Rockaway Beach NYC, this vintage 1963 Shasta camper is perfect for a small getaway with a few pals to enjoy the sun and the surf! Take a trip back in time! The camper can sleep up to 4, where the second bed is created from the seating area. There is a beautiful city view over the bay that can be seen from the seating area. All linens are provided. A fridge to keep your drinks ice cold, a BBQ, 2 beach chairs with umbrella, a cooler, and a coffee maker with coffee, are all yours to enjoy and are included free in the rental! We also have two surfboards available to rent for an extra fee. Guests have access to a private toilet, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a long day on the beach or shredding the surf. Fishing, and the most amazing city view sunsets are just a 1 minute walk up the block to the bay park. Quality Wifi is included.The Atlantic ocean, the beach, concession stands, and our wonderful new boardwalk are just a few short blocks away, a 4 minute walk. Great neighborhood restaurants and bars are within walking distance. Rent a surf board and hit of the surf beaches or just head to the beach to relax. Perfect for couples or a small family getaway, come and enjoy this vintage camper, and all that this beach town has to offer!
Potable water
Toilets
Showers
from 
$117
 / night
Lincoln Kirstein

3. Lincoln Kirstein

83%
(29)
35mi from Babylon · 1 site · Tent, RV · Weston, CT
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
Campfires
from 
$68
 / night
Gateway National Recreation Area

4. Gateway National Recreation Area

67%
(3)
59 sites · New York
Gateway National Recreation Area: A Tapestry of Nature and History.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
Wildwood State Park

5. Wildwood State Park

78%
(9)
314 sites · Wading River, New York
Camp and play on 600 acres of undeveloped forest overlooking the Long Island Sound.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
Hampton’s Campsites

6. Hampton’s Campsites

94%
(9)
35mi from Babylon · 2 sites · Tents · Westhampton, NY
Campsite in Westhampton NY just 3 miles to the pristine beaches of the Hamptons. We no longer have the Yurt. Bring your own tent or RV. There's an outdoor shower with hot water and a propane gas BBQ Grill. Total beach vibe here in the Hamptons -- sought out destination by surfers and fishermen worldwide. Performing Arts Center, Bakery, Farmer's Market, Restaurants and Shops on Main Street just a bike ride away. Gazebo bandshell host free summer concerts. RELAXED beach vibe! An Eco-friendly camping experience will connect you to Nature and give you the best chance to relax. No WiFi, No TV, No Toilet
Potable water
Campfires
Showers
from 
$100
 / night
Zen Paradise

7. Zen Paradise

86%
(7)
35mi from Babylon · 2 sites · Tents · Wilton Center, CT
Learn more about this land: Site 1 (Zen Paradise) is a fully fenced-in campsite and no visibility from the house. Fence gates lead to a creek and a forested area. Site 2 (Best Kept Secret) is located in the forested area is completely secluded.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$70
 / night

Public campgrounds near Babylon

Foliage surrounding the camp sites
67%
(3)

Floyd Bennett Field

30mi from Babylon · 52 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gateway National Recreation Area
Wildwood State Park Campground
78%
(9)

Wildwood State Park Campground

33mi from Babylon · 314 sites · Tents, RVs · in Wildwood State Park
Fort Wardsworth

Fort Wardsworth

39mi from Babylon · 7 sites · in Gateway National Recreation Area

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Peconic River Campgrounds
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Davonte
2 weeks ago
Tent
1 night at Peconic River Campgrounds
First time camping and this was a wonderful site! Spacious, clean, and I really appreciated the amenities! Already thinking of coming back again!
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James
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
1 night at Peconic River Campgrounds
Great spot! Be warned that there are muddy spots here and there, but beautiful place to camp. Will be back!
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Tara
3 weeks ago
Tent
1 night at Peconic River Campgrounds
Cool little spot. Cleanest port a potties I’ve ever seen. Lots of chairs and solid picnic tables (been to so many sites with the tables all rickety). Would definitely stay again.
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Michael
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
3 nights at Peconic River Campgrounds
Great location with easy access to all utilities. Host was great , checked on site daily .
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Lincoln Kirstein
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Clinton
October 2025
18 ft Class B
1 night at Lincoln Kirstein
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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Michael
October 2025
15 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
A very nice secluded setting with a great lake view. The sites are spread out so you're not cramped. Convenient to wineries.
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Vital
October 2025
16 ft car
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
A lovely spot for simple, straightforward camping of any kind. I like that there's room for RVs, cars, tents, and hammocks. Having water and toilets nearby is another nice feature here. It was a perfect solution for my one night of very comfortable and convenient car camping.
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Kyung
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
The property is so clean and nice to stay and the view is also beautiful with a lake. I would visit there again.
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Matt
October 2025
Tent
2 nights at Peconic River Campgrounds
I love the Peconic River Campground. It's very quiet, peaceful, and the grounds are beautiful. The Peconic River / Forge Pond access from the property is picturesque. I love kayaking there, too. Each site has a picnic table, fire pit, and chairs. Tyler comes around daily to see if you need firewood. It's very low key, simple, and the port-a-potties were clean. It's all you need, nothing more, nothing less. I'll be back. I recommend it.
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Lucas
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
Beautiful campground with water, fire ring and table on site. There is an outdoor shower and porta potty’s as well. Tyler was very nice, periodically does his rounds to check on people and has firewood to sell if you need. I will definitely be back, me and my pup had a great time! Highly recommend!
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Nelson
October 2025
16 ft car
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
Great place to camp and relax. Clean ground and potties. 3rd time and will continue enjoying my days and nights camping here.
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Nelson
October 2025
16 ft car
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
Great place and always well maintained.. awesome sunset .
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Lot 8
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Dan
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
Awesome spot, lowkey, great views, good star gazing and the host was very helpful, will definitely make a return trip, made my first time solo camping very smooth
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MICHELLE
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
It was our second stay and a Nor’Easter! The grounds were empty but maybe 3 sites occupied. Tyler is ever vigilant with safety and doing his rounds, got us some extra fire wood and hunkered down! Porta Potties so clean and well maintained. Property clean and quiet. The storm was quite intense but our experience was not affected. We will always be back!
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Ti
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
It's spacious and clean, exactly what we wanted with a family.
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Ray
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
Tyler’s amazing! Felt very chuffed on my stay. Def saving this spot for longer days. Don’t miss this gem!
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Sophia
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
This is my friend and I’s second time at this campground and we love it!! Tyler is very attentive and the land is beautiful. Will definitely be back
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Edward
October 2025
Tent
4 nights at Peconic River Campgrounds
Awesome campground, awesome security, and awesome owner! Couldn’t give a higher recommendation!
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Justine
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
The hosts were fantastic and the vibe was so peaceful and friendly. You can hear the constant hum of highway - even at night - so those wanting perfect peace and quiet might be disappointed. But it was a really sweet spot and a great jumping off point to explore more of North Fork. We would definitely return.
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Hristo
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Weekend Trip to Peconic River Campgrounds
Great, cozy camp ground! Perfect for a quick weekend getaway.
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