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Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie
1. Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie
98%
(43)
Tupper Lake, NY · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Located on a 3,769 acre property with a private, mile-long lake, miles of hiking trails, and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure—Camp Mountaineer is one of the Adirondack’s best-kept secrets. Located at the historic Massawepie Scout Camps in Piercefield, NY, Mountaineer can serve as your vacation spot, home away from home, or gateway to Adirondack exploration.
Camp Mountaineer is located at Massawepie Scout Camps, 65 Massawepie Road in Piercefield, NY - just west of Tupper Lake. The campground features a variety of camping options to suit your group’s needs—cabins, RV sites, tent sites, and group campsites are all available. Various amenities are provided to make your stay even more enjoyable. Situated in the North Central Adirondacks, Camp Mountaineer provides an opportunity for great on-site outdoor recreation as well as a jumping off point to adventures throughout the Adirondack Park. The facilities and services available at Camp Mountaineer make this a great choice for your family or groups’ adventure.
Camp Mountaineer is owned and operated by the Seneca Waterways Council, Boy Scouts of America headquartered in Rochester, NY. First opened as a Scout camp in 1953, Mountaineer now serves as a campground equipped to suit your group’s needs. Any group can make a reservation.
Our 2026 Rental Season runs July 2 -August 7
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Big Indian Wilderness Paradise
2. Big Indian Wilderness Paradise
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(101)
Big Indian, NY · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
This woodland meadow in just yards from the crystal clear Esopus Creek. Wonderful for swimming or fishing or just enjoying the quiet of a country escape. Close to the charming country town of Phoenicia with charming restaurants and a short drive to Woodstock.
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Ugly Apple Farms
3. Ugly Apple Farms
98%
(280)
Port Jervis, NY · 5 sites
Ugly Apple Farms was started by my Wife and to try to bring fresh organic/permaculture
food to our community. We love to play music and get together with our friends and have been hosting people for some time. We thought that hipcamp could introduce people to our mission and make some extra money to get the farm off the ground.
Ugly Apple Farms is a diverse place. We have opportunities for farm classes, pick your own veggies and more. We also have 1800 feet of access to the Neversink River.
We recommend four wheel drive for some of our sites so please ask about them.
We are an off grid farm with access to some solar for charging. We have tent sites and room for campers. Our camping is primitive but there is access to potable water and sanitation if needed. All extras are first come first serve if not reserved in advance. We love and welcome any questions!
Thanks for looking!!
Randall and Melissa
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Catskill State Park
4. Catskill State Park
97%
(83)
State park in New York · 708 sites
Escape the hustle of NYC with a retreat to the expansive Catskills.
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Allegany State Park
5. Allegany State Park
95%
(22)
State park in New York · 625 sites
Natural history meets lakefront fun at this Western New York state park.
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MSC Alumni Weekend at Mountaineer
6. MSC Alumni Weekend at Mountaineer
Tupper Lake, NY · 24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Massawepie Alumni Weekend
August 7–9, 2026
Join fellow Massawepie Alumni for a relaxed and fun-filled Alumni Weekend this
summer! Whether you’re returning after a few years, a few decades, or a few weeks this
is the perfect opportunity to revisit Massawepie and make new memories.
Event Details
● Alumni Weekend will be based in Camp Mountaineer.
● Guests are welcome to arrive for the weekend on Friday anytime after 2:00 pm.
● All 3 meals will be provided Saturday - a cold continental breakfast (cereal, milk,
fruit, danish), a bagged lunch (sandwich, chips, fruit, dessert), and a cookout
dinner (hot dogs, hamburgers, assorted salads, desserts).
● A cold continental breakfast (cereal, milk, fruit, danish) will be provided on
Sunday.
● A variety of activities will be offered/available though the vibe of the weekend is
relaxed and laid back!
● Guests will need to check out on Sunday by 12:00 pm.
Activities
● Camp tours will be offered throughout the weekend.
● The Mountaineer Waterfront will be open to swim and boat at your own risk.
● A friendly cornhole tournament will be held late in the afternoon on Saturday.
● Saturday night will showcase a classic campfire complete with s’mores!
Accommodations
● Guests can reserve a dispersed camping spot, a cabin or an RV site.
● Toilets and showers are accessible to all in nearby shower houses.
Note - Mountaineer’s Family Camp rules apply to the Alumni Weekend including no
alcohol on the premises.
Whether you want to relax by the water, reconnect with old friends, or explore camp
again, Alumni Weekend is all about community, nostalgia, and fun. We can’t wait to
welcome you back to Massawepie!
Located on a 3,769 acre property with a private, mile-long lake, miles of hiking trails, and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure—Camp Mountaineer is one of the Adirondack’s best-kept secrets. Located at the historic Massawepie Scout Camps in.
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Mission Hemlock Grove
7. Mission Hemlock Grove
93%
(255)
Conesus, NY · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome,
Mission Conesus, originally built by Franciscan Catholics. These lands were likely chosen for many reasons. Suffice it to say there is something special here. Come discover for yourself.
Lose yourself here, or maybe find yourself, among the Hemlocks. First, a bit about the terrain. There is much in the way of forest, very mature, and a broad array of plant species.
Elevation differences are vast, land to the west is uphill for quite a ways, and downhill to the east, to Hemlock lake below, so the world here can feel a bit tilted.
We adjoin 150 acres of nature conservancy lands that nobody seems to know about. These lands are for respectful public daytime use. We also adjoin 6600 acres of NY state forest which is public property. Exploring all that is here would take a very long time! Want to get away? Welcome to our little slice of heaven.
See the provided map for site locations. Site 1 is open field and is near the pavilion, sites 2 and 3 are along the woods, and site 4 is the most private and tucked into the woods. We looking forward to hosting you, at the mission.
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Spring lake retreat on the farm
8. Spring lake retreat on the farm
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Wolcott, NY · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Enjoy yourselves on this quiet Iittle farm with beautiful views. Bring a saw and cut your own firewood. Hike the mowed trails and enjoy the wildlife! There's water available if needed and one bathroom with just a sink and toilet accessible from outside.
If we are here you are more than welcome to interact with the farm animals..Bonnie Blue the horse, Gater Goat luke, and the cow's.
Just minutes from Port Bay , Fairhaven State
Park and Chimney Bluffs State park to the North and the Montezuma wildlife refuge to the south.
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Smith Memorial Park Campground
9. Smith Memorial Park Campground
81%
(27)
Hector, NY · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to the Finger Lakes
A park and campground on Seneca Lake
Smith Park is a classic lakeside park and campground built on the slopes of Seneca Lake in the 1970’s — enjoyed by many since the 1800’s.
In the heart of New York State’s Finger Lakes and along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, the park and campground’s location offers the best of both nature and socializing.
Open daily from dawn to dusk, visitors can access Seneca Lake by foot from the “Green” in the middle of the park, or dirt roads on both the north and south ends of the park.
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Fair Haven Beach State Park
10. Fair Haven Beach State Park
95%
(11)
State park in New York · 214 sites
Fair Haven isn't an ocean beach, but it may as well be during the summer months.
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Buttermilk Falls State Park
11. Buttermilk Falls State Park
100%
(12)
State park in New York · 51 sites
Imagine 600 feet of water cascading gently into a shallow pool. Welcome to Buttermilk Falls.
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Chenango Valley State Park
12. Chenango Valley State Park
100%
(5)
State park in New York · 206 sites
Comprised of two small kettle lakes (ice-age glacial deposits), Chenango Valley is truly a natural wonder to see with your own eyes. As expected, the two lakes (Chenango and Lily), are the main attraction(s). Swing by for a swim in the summer, and when Old Man Winter pays a visit to the area, it’s a little like the winter Olympics out here with ice fishing and ice skating.Perhaps the largest attraction to the park is birdwatching. Even if you’re not looking for ‘em you can’t miss spotting a unique sight out of hundreds of species in the area. So next time you’re in Broome County, pick out a campsite and perhaps cultivate your inner bird nerd while you’re here!
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Hither Hills State Park
13. Hither Hills State Park
100%
(13)
State park in New York · 153 sites
This New York park boasts sand dunes and ocean views.
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High Peak Meadows
14. High Peak Meadows
99%
(47)
Tannersville, NY · 2 sites
Unplug, unwind, and recharge amongst 250 acres of private property conservation forest at our peaceful waterfall campsite in a secluded 3-acre meadow . Just off the NY Scenic Byway County Route 16, there is tons of space for larger groups. A New York favorite. Greet the morning sun from your tent as it rises above High Peak. Surrounded by the Indian Head Wilderness peaks, you'll enjoy the cool mountain air at night and stunning views all day long. Hike the trails and then dip in the creek when you get back. This campsite is equipped with a single Queen-sized cot with air mattress, woodstove, portable camp toilet, solar heated sun shower. Bring your own bedding/sleeping bags. Drive-up access requires SUV-type clearance for the creek crossings. For easier 2 wheel access check out my other 5-star secluded campsite- Schoharie Creekside Tent. Only a quick drive to Tannersville, Hunter, Windham, Palenville, Woodstock, Phoenicia, Catskill and Saugerties where you can explore the cute town, restaurants, and shops. The site is perched on the banks of the Roaring Kill Stream, perfect for swimming and fishing. There are also lots of flat areas to put additional tents. Great access to the Roaring Kill Trailhead and to the Devil's Path Hiking Trail. If you're looking for some water activities take a short drive to Colgate Lake. Site guidelines Do be careful driving on the dirt jeep track out to the camp. Don't miss swimming in the Roaring Kill Falls. Do leave the campsite just as you found it. "Don't feed the bears." Seriously, do keep a very clean camp. Do ask questions about local activities- swimming holes, hiking, etc. Please take all trash with you, leave no trace!
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The Spotted Sandpiper
15. The Spotted Sandpiper
94%
(102)
Trumansburg, NY · 3 sites
The land that became our property was once owned by the King family. (i.e. Kingtown Beach Road) In the 1970s it was a marina developed by the Fulton family, with 4 small tourist cabins on the hillside above the water. Two more families loved and cared for the property before our family purchased it in late 2018. We're are delighted to share the beauty of Cayuga Lake with guests from all over the United States and the world, and hope to welcome you soon to The Spotted Sandpiper! Situated on 4 acres and with 400’ of secluded frontage on Cayuga Lake, The Spotted Sandpiper is the largest private lakefront vacation rental property in the Ithaca area. We’re nestled at the end of a private road, but only 7 minutes from Trumansburg, 3 1⁄2 miles from Taughannock State Park, and 20 minutes from Ithaca. We're conveniently located along the Cayuga Wine Trail!We are perfect for family reunions and wedding party rentals, families traveling together or friends looking for a week or weekend away! Our beach is an ideal swimming spot for children because of its gentle slope and clear waters.
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Letchworth Valley Campground & Reso
16. Letchworth Valley Campground & Reso
94%
(48)
Bliss, NY · 41 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Letchworth Valley Campground & Resort is a newly acquired 147 Acre property with a 26 acre lake located 10 minutes from Letchworth Park. Wiscoy Creek famous for trout fishing also runs through a portion of the property. There's canoeing, hiking, fishing, & swimming in an all natural setting. We have 25 primitive tent sites, 16 RV sites that have water and electric, 4 hotel rooms, 5 premium cabins and 5 rustic cabins. Wildlife including a pair of bald eagles, geese, herons, turtles, and birds of all kinds live on the property. All sites have a fire ring with grill and a picnic table. We are pet friendly up to 2 pets.
Open May 15th - October 30th
Closed October 31st - May 14th
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PRIVATE WATERFALL @ Davey Falls ADK
17. PRIVATE WATERFALL @ Davey Falls ADK
98%
(33)
Crown Point, NY · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
4 acres on a dead end road. Our property begins at the Waterfall and runs 1500' along the creek. There are hiking trails, ponds, ATV trails literally across the street from the property. Fishing for huge pike, bass and perch in Penfield pond for a small fishing fee paid to Penfield foundation to support the historic site. Our family, tent sites and Camper rental share the property. There is plenty of space for all to enjoy. POTABLE WATER AVAILABLE IN FRONT OF PARKING SPACES
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Adirondacks Best Riverfront Campsit
18. Adirondacks Best Riverfront Campsit
95%
(133)
Keene, NY · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Ausable riverfront sites.
Porta potty on site
Close proximity to hiking, kayaking, fishing, mt biking and lake placid.
My driveway is located across the street from Manning’s Way. There are two whiskey barrel flower planters at the end of my driveway. When you pull into my driveway bear right down through the pine trees to the campsites.
High peaks within a 5 minute drive.
Firewood for sale
Please when you arrive, don’t go up Manning’s way!!! Neighbors are getting aggravated.
We are across the street from Manning’s way on the river side of the road.
Message me for physical address
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Bare Camping
19. Bare Camping
79%
(70)
Stony Point, NY · 1 site
Property was bought just as another project. However, after realizing the beautiful surroundings it only made sense to share it with others.
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Waddington's Leishman Point
20. Waddington's Leishman Point
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(44)
Waddington, NY · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Leishman point is owned by the Town of Waddington and was created during the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway.
Dredge spoils were transported and placed creating a tract of land
that rises 50 feet above the river and surrounding lands.
The New York Power Authority acquired the property from the Leishman's who owned and operated a farm on the surrounding lands.
In 2000, the New York Power Authority deemed the property surplus and conveyed it to the Town of Waddington.
This Hip-Camp endeavor is hopefully our first step in creating a fully functional RV Park and campsite for everyone to enjoy.
Visit the Town of Waddington Museum at the Old Town Hall for more information on the construction of the the St. Lawrence Seaway and how it transformed Waddington.
Learn more about this land:
Park your RV or camper trailer or pitch your tent on top of Leishman Point in Waddington, New York and enjoy the unobstructed views of, and unlimited access to the majestic St. Lawrence River.
The Waddington public beach is adjacent to the campsite with swimming, playground, and pavilion for all to enjoy.
Bring your boat and safely moor it at the public docks at the beach.
Watch the Great Lake freighters and recreational boats ply the waters of the St. Lawrence River whiling fishing, swimming, sun bathing, or just relaxing by the River.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Annette
1 week ago
With pets
My boyfriend and I had a great stay with our golden doodle. Cabin Esther was perfect and close to the water and bathroom/shower. It was so quiet and peaceful. We felt a warm welcome right away from the staff. Would recommend to anyone.
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Colleen
1 week ago
32 ft travel trailer
Extremely peaceful! Quiet. Great location to check out several towns in the area. Excellent host. Tom is an absolute dream host. Very accommodating and informative.
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Cornelia
2 weeks ago
With pets
We had a wonderful time (again!) at the Big Indian Wilderness Camp. It is a gorgeous spot - a clear field with views of the stars at night plus a creek is not an easy find. We love the double bunk bed setup and everything was clean and ready to go. Thank you for sharing your land.
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Amy & John
2 weeks ago
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
The Pump House is a perfect camping site. Perched above a cove, the site offers a peaceful spot to gaze out over the lake. We enjoyed watching the Osprey that dove into the water many times each day. There were turtles to watch too. The view of sailboats docked just off the site has the picturesque quality you'd see on a puzzle box. The site is definitely removed and quiet from any action at the marina. The main part of the marina is not visible from the site. We were not there on a Friday, but it sure appears that the site is prime seating for the summer Friday night concerts. The marina has an immaculately clean and charmingly decorated bath house with plenty of hot water. We hope to have the opportunity to visit here again!
A few things to note: The site is high above the water, maybe about 15 feet. From the site there is a straight drop off to the water that appears to be the old Pump House wall. Because of this, I wouldn't recommend the site for children. Also, because it is a former industrial site, there are some metal and concrete remnants surrounding the area, so it is important to not walk around barefoot. Finally, there is a fair amount of Poison Ivy around the site's perimeter. It's less Poison Ivy than in my yard at home, but you do need to keep an eye out for it.
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Claire
2 weeks ago
Tent
This was a great place to camp! The site had lots of options for where to set up. There was a picnic table and fire ring and lots of trees to hang a hammock. The view is stunning, especially the sunrise. The hosts are super helpful and welcoming. I was solo, but it would also work for a group. I got to feed treats to the cows, which was a fun bonus. I am usually looking for privacy/solitude and this location was perfect for me. There are also many great places to visit within a short drive.
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Mike
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Loved the location on the banks of the east branch, we didn’t have any neighbors during our stay but the sites were fairly spread out anyway. Portapotty was very clean. Only thing that wasn’t perfect was the road noise but it did die down by the evening. Great base camp!
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Paula
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
The Plateau at the Bridgeview Harbour Marina in Port Henry, NY, is an idyllic site and truly our most favorite HipCamp site EVER!!! There are many things that make this so: Firstly, it has not only a breathtaking view of Lake Champlain’s Vermont shore—which is largely undeveloped and green and natural!—but the Bridgeview Harbour Marina itself is charmingly picturesque. Secondly, The Plateau is amazingly spacious; so large, that if one sets up at the lakeside edge of the site, it actually feels rather secluded. It is a great space for a large group, which can include dogs! [Even the Dockside Cafe allows pups on the shaded outside dining deck!] Our camping gear included a truck tent, two additional tents, a Clam kitchen shelter, a “privacy” tent, a badminton set and a SlumberJack tarp and we barely took up a third of The Plateau’s land. Pro tip for this site: Definitely bring your own shade! The Plateau is entirely exposed and our SlumberJack truck tarp provided us protection from the sun. Another great positive of this HipCamp site is that it includes a quaint and very clean trailer set up with a men’s shower and bathroom, a laundry room with child changing station, and a women’s shower and bathroom. Also, ice can be purchased onsite at the marina. We visited the weekend before July 4th and were blown away by how largely quiet the marina was all weekend. Our wonderful hosts warned us that it was a “working marina” and, therefore might be busy, but it was relatively tranquil.
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Mingxing
2 weeks ago
With pets
The place has all the essentials and. Easy access to the lake. A lot of wineries close by
Kate is very responsive via text
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Kelly
2 weeks ago
With kids
This was a phenomenal property for the kids to explore. We had a great time and appreciate the hospitality of our hosts, who made sure everything was set up and good to go for our arrival. Lots of quick trips to shop and eat in the area helped to break up the few days. This was our second time at the site and it was just as beautiful as we had remembered (6 years later)!
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John
2 weeks ago
Tent
Our stay at ugly apple farms was amazing. Its a beautiful piece of land with easy access to the Neversink river. We were completely alone on the campsite Its way better than staying at a state park campsite when your surrounded by people.
I caught a fish in the river and my kids had never ending fun playing on the river shore.
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Ella
2 weeks ago
With pets
This is our second time camping here and we loved it again! The site is peaceful and private and always in great condition upon arrival.
We spent our mornings exploring the stream, which our two year old loved! We also took advantage of the shady hammock to relax in the shade. I love that we always hear an abundance of frogs in the evening and an owl and other wildlife as we fall asleep. Mark is a communicative and generous host who clearly cares about the property and puts time and energy into its maintenance. I highly recommend this site!
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Tom
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Great location, very responsive and friendly host, fun surrounding area
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Alexis
3 weeks ago
19 ft truck camper
Love this campsite so much!!!
Tommy and his wife were such giant sweethearts with great recommendations for the area.
You can easily tell they really love the family they’ve built, all the animals included.
We only stayed for a night as this was a halfway point in our road trip but in just the few hours we were awake we saw and incredible sunset, had great conversations with the owners, got to give treats to cows, bulls, and goats, and end the night with some stargazing. I actually had to remind my partner that we were waking up early because he was enamored with the stars.
The campsite was very very clean, had a ring for a fire pit and was close to the bathroom. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a fun stay or even a quick stop
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Jane
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
Great spot! Pretty easy to find and very safe feeling as a solo female traveler!
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Carl
3 weeks ago
25 ft Class B
Very friendly welcome.
Great view from the campsite. We didn’t stay long enough!
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Shannon
3 weeks ago
Tent
My friends and I had a wonderful time camping here! Korey was great with communication and letting us know where everything was. There was also an extremely sweet cat on the property who hung out with us all night and followed us around in the morning!
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Kendra
3 weeks ago
With pets
We loved coming back to John and ACs after visiting years ago as a Tentrr site. One of my favorite spots ever! The site is huge and so well taken care of. We saw a lot of birds - so bring your binoculars, and bunnies etc. So great to have a few toys for my daughter and adults. Brought our hammock. We had everything we needed and the creek is so lovely. We’ll 100% be back.
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Jason
3 weeks ago
With pets
The Schoharie Creekside Tent is simply wonderful! My wife and I stayed with our 3 yr old son for 2 nights and loved every minute. Max and his wife are incredibly friendly, accommodating and helpful. There's a beautiful, easy hike up to the Roaringkill Falls on the property that was a perfect adventure with our kiddo. The creek behind the tent is beautiful and fun to play in. The property is close to town if you need to hop in for supplies and close to some breweries for any non-campaign adventures. Can't say enough good things about the property, we'll definitely be coming back.
Because I've seen it mentioned in other reviews, I will say in my opinion the $15 for a bin of firewood is not a bad deal. When buying small bundles of firewood I would expect to pay nearly the same amount, and the bins Max provides have more wood, he includes kindling and fire starter materials, and the wood is quality and makes great fires. Not a bad deal at all.
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Stephen
3 weeks ago
17 ft campervan
I unfortunately I got into the campsite very late and it was pitch dark. Had a lot of trouble finding my campsite. There are no signs designating the sites, just grass that had been mowed awhile before. Talked to one other camper who pointed me in the right direction. I parked where I thought was the sight and come morning I found I had guessed right. I was sleeping in my minivan so setup was no problem. That being said I had a very restful night. Sites were spread out so no noise from other sites. Beautiful woods and fields all around. I would camp here again. I had to leave early in the morning so did not have time to explore. I would like to come back and again and spend time exploring the property and the surrounding area.
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Caleb
3 weeks ago
With kids
The lean-to was the perfect fit for our family. As experience car campers who no longer own any of our own gear, Bob and Sheila have outfitted the lean-to with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. The location is also excellent as a staging ground for a wide variety of adventures in Adirondack Park.
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