Camping in New York with wildlife watching
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The Mountain Top @Wright's Farm
5 sites · RVs, Tents450 acres · Gardiner , Ulster
It all started when grandfather Charles B Wright first establish this farm in 1904. He purchased it for its natural springs. In our barn (now home to Gardiner Brewing Company) he had gravity fed water troughs for his cattle. Since then we have slowly switched from animals to tree fruit. You will enjoy rolling hills of fruit trees and fruit gardens along with beautiful views of the Shawangunk Mountain Ridge. We have 450+ acres so it in very private.
As we are a working farm, you can see us driving pass with our tractors or maintaining the orchard around your campsite on occasion. You are welcome to ride your bikes, hike or jog where you will pass ponds and a working farm landscape. Please don’t pick our fruit. If you would like to enjoy the fruits of our labor please visit our farm store open year round on the premises where we sell cheeses, our fresh picked fruit and veggies, local meats, and our famous cider donuts along with other farm products. We also have a farm brewery open 3-7 in our old dairy barn for you to enjoy. Live music Saturdays and Sundays. Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Reserve are only 10 minutes away. The rail trail is three minutes away. This trail gives you walking and biking access into New Paltz, where there is tons of restaurants and lots of shopping.
Please be aware that during the months of September and October there may be a Pick-Your-Own customer or two walking around picking apples around the campsite area between the hours of 10:00-6:00. You are also welcome to come down to the farm market and purchase bags to pick your own apples in season.
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Bare Camping
3 sites · Tents1 acre · Stony Point, Rockland
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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Glamping Tent Overlooking Waterfall
3 sites · Lodging12 acres · Downsville, Delaware
Learn more about this land:
Stay in our cozy 8’x10 ‘ wall tent on a 14’x16’ deck built next to a waterfall. The site includes include a private outdoor shower and a well serviced outhouse per site. Relax in front of the fire pit and grill that overlooks the falls. You will have plenty of privacy, surrounded by woods, access to lush forest, and modern amenities such as: WiFiprovided by Starlink, queen bed, propane tent heater to keep you warm in the cooler months, Brooklinen sheets.
The property allows lots of beauty, peace, and serenity. Feel free to roam the 12 acres of woods, fields, waterfalls, and brooks. There are 3 historic waterfalls on the property. Within our small town, you can find all your essential needs met at the stores close by, as well as some great restaurants.
Area surrounding the site as well as the areas not surrounding the main house, are accessible with caution.
Access to the brook is at your own risk. Brook subject to flooding.
Please note location of water rescue equipment at the site.
Don’t forget the ice for the Yeti cooler!
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Nature's Nook
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Waterford, Rensselaer
Learn more about this land:
Nature's Nook is located at the very end of a mile long dirt road that winds along the river, perfect for nature walks. Come enjoy the beauty and privacy of Nature's Nook. We are centrally located just south of the Adirondacks and north of the Catskills, about a 45 minute drive will get you to either mountain range. The campsites are backed by woods, and there are 5 islands directly in front of the property with wildflowers galore, Bald Eagles nests, beaver huts, and more making it a kayaker's dream.
We have 4 different sites to choose from. 1 Tent site, 2 tent/RV sites, and 1 glamping stay. Please scroll down to see all of our offerings.
Each site offers a firepit and picnic table. Relax on the dock and enjoy some of the best sunsets the river has to offer. There are two bikes and two kayaks available to use for free. They are shared between the campsites or bring your own. Please follow or share your photos from the campsite on Hipcamp or Instagram now! @Naturesnookcamp
Campfires are permitted. Portable toilet available for campers to use.
Pets welcome!
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Upper Shire Campsites at RJ Ranch
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents22 acres · Hillsdale, Columbia
The Upper Shire at Roe Jan Ranch is a gorgeous hill with a small pond on 22 acres in Columbia County near the border of Massachusetts and New York. There are currently 5 unique camping areas located here. Each one is special due to its location on the hill. Check out our map and enjoy our spacious campsites.
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Gunx Camping On A Horse Farm!
10 sites · RVs, Tents150 acres · Kerhonkson, Ulster
We love having chill rock climbers, hikers and families on our farm/wedding venue. It's not a campground! It's just a super cool place to have some privacy and a camp fire and be really close to the best hiking and climbing, and swimming holes and farmers markets and road biking around.Horse farm / Wedding venue super close to Gunx, Minnewaska State Park, Mohonk Preserve, Lipman Park (Mt biking) Great for rock climbers, families, hikers, horse folks.Sites are private with fire pits. It is $25/ person per night!Strict cancellation policy so if not sure, just book for 1 person to guaranty a space and settle up upon arrival when you know your actual plans and numbers ?So, we do weddings on some summer /fall weekends. You camp in a totally different part of the property and are no where near the wedding activity at all. Occasionally, the music is audible. We do our best to let the wedding folks have their fun without irritating neighbors and campers, but feel free to check in with us before booking.
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The Outlier Inn
13 sites · Lodging12 acres · Woodridge, Sullivan
The Outlier Inn is a bucolic 12-acre farm in New York state’s southern Catskill mountains, 90 miles from NYC. The Inn offers a peaceful and inspiring respite from life in the Big City. We have sheep, goats, alpacas, and chickens which are accessible to guests!Come stay in our unique accommodations ranging from Domes to Tiny Houses and cottages, we have it all! On site bathrooms available to guests including bathrooms and showers. Bring your pets and your firewood for this fun camping experience.
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Offsite Cabin Wassaic
1 site · Lodging60 acres · Wassaic, Dutchess
***PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION - NO RUNNING WATER NOV - MARCH***
Our *NEW* cabin is located on the top of a clearing in the mountains outside Wassaic. Enjoy swimming, hiking, chilling, fires and sunsets views without any light pollution or street noise. Designed as a retreat for the modern creative, the cabin is fully off-grid but features Starlink Internet, a compost toilet and heat / AC. We do provide 5 gallons drinking / cleaning water, but during the winter no sinks or showers are operable.
Nearby towns (Kent, CT / Wassaic, NY) have awesome art, shopping and plenty of food options as well as easy access to the Appalachian trail and Macedonia state park.
15 minutes from the Wassaic metro north station, the cabin can be reach by taxi. The cabin is accessible by car, but may require a short hike in after heavy rain or snow.
This cabin is part of the Offsite Camp family (www.offsite.camp).
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The Dominion House B&B, Farm
4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Washingtonville, Orange
This Bed and Breakfast farm offers two sites convenient from Interstate 84, the NYS Thruway Interstate 87, and Route 17/Interstate 86.
Site 1 is a leveled stone pad easily accessible off the paved driveway, in front of two rustic barns where campers enjoy 30 amp electric service and a picnic table. Sites 2, 3 and 4 are in a private field (w/o service) each including a picnic table and fire ring.
There are 40 acres of walking trails, and miles of adjacent rail trails for hiking/mountain biking from your site.
Visit Brotherhood winery, breweries, Storm King Art Center, Lego Land, Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets, Resorts World Casino, and more.
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Red Fox Meadow Campsite
5 sites · Tents250 acres · New Paltz, Ulster
Learn more about this land:A grassy meadow nestled between a forested ridge the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, an open access walking and bike path. The Rosendale Rail Trail Cafe is just across the meadow from you and Rosendale trestle bridge is a short bike or walk away.
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Ugly Apple Farms
11 sites · Tents70 acres · Port Jervis, Orange
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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60's Surf Camper
3 sites · Lodging1 acre · Inwood, Queens
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!
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Camping in New York with wildlife watching guide
Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in the United States! If you're looking for a camping experience in New York and love wildlife watching, you're in luck. We have over 4,697 options specifically catered to wildlife watching in New York. With options as low as $10 per night and an average price of $50 per night, you'll find something that suits your budget. Our top campsites include The Heron Campground (348 reviews), Magic Forest Farm (317 reviews), and BeaverWood Farm (no children) (251 reviews). Popular amenities at our campsites include potable water, showers, and toilets. And if you're looking for more activities, you can also enjoy fishing, surfing, and hiking. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!
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