Camping in Philadelphia, NY, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2023

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Titans Layback Spot

1 site · Lodging6 acres · Hammond, St. Lawrence

Private road makes for quiet and private stay.. the elongated 6acres allows for enjoyable mini-hikes while still keeping the view of a beautiful lake surrounded by trees.. 3-4 miles away you have great hunting state land. Approx 25 miles away from Thousand Island and less than 10mil from other lakes.

Andyland

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Theresa, Jefferson

Ruins of 19th century barn confirm this land has been drawing people in for a very long time. A unique rock outcrop stands alone in the field over 25 feet high and is ideal for stargazing watching nature, and sitting by the fire amongst other activities. A path of approx. 2.3 miles loops around the woods and back to thr entrance. A steel wagon tire in the woods is evidence of the longtime use of the fields. Common practice for the first settlers was to burn the woods, sell the ash or potash and fund the home construction. Mutton was common then to let grade the fields which developed.Learn more about this land:Fishing hub with The Indian River lake system. Also close to the thousand islands and Alexandria Bay. Hike back to the woods if you desire something private and remote. Seasonal streams and rock outcrops make the terrain interesting.

Dandelion Homestead

4 sites · Tents52 acres · Natural Bridge, Jefferson

Dandelion Homestead is a beautiful wooded farm in the Adirondack foothills. We consider ourselves stewards of our land, and thus draw from permaculture, regenerative agriculture, and other natural farming methods to rebuild soil and ecosystem health, raise delicious food and happy animals. We have a rabbit colony, a couple horses, and a family of miniature donkeys too! We're happy to give you a tour and introduction to them. You'll love seeing our historic bank barn, and Momma Donk is guaranteed to win you over with her love of ear scratches. We offer primitive tent campsites. No electric or toilets are available at this time. However, we can offer a number of services and rentals, including all of the camping gear you could need. Want the fun of camping without the half day spent setting up? Let us know, we'll have a tent ready and waiting with cots, camp kitchen and supplies ready to go! Most of the property is woods (pine plantation and natural hard wood forest) crisscrossed by park like trails. You can count on finding some peace and solitude if that is what you desire. Also, there are many state parks, preserves, lakes, rivers and other enjoyable attractions nearby. Our hilltop campsite is a dark site, and you can get a wonderful, clear view of the stars! Nearby Attractions include: - Baker Woods Preserve - Turning Point Park - New York Zoo - Numerous Adirondacks parks, hikes and peaks - within day trip distance of the Thousand Islands and the Wild Center! Note that this property is near Fort Drum, so sometimes you can hear their munitions practice in the distance.

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Your New Property

8 sites · Tents7 acres · Thousand Island Park, Jefferson

Learn more about this land:Looking for a view across the Saint Lawrence river. You can catch the morning sunrise or the evening moon rises. Sleep on top of one the highest islands in the area. On the clear evenings you’ll get to witness some amazing stars. Even some shooting stars. The island is very much untouched and plan to keep its natural beauty

Hidden Vista of the Lake

1 site · Tent1 acre · Redwood, Jefferson

This is a special, private remote lake campsite. You can only gain access by boat. The public launch is about a 10 minute canoe/kayak ride. By motor boat 5. Once there, secure your watercraft and you climb a trail to a beautiful flat area over looking the lake. Butterfield Lake is a Class B lake which means that the best intended use for the lake is for contact recreation - swimming and bathing; non- contact recreation - boating and fishing, aquatic life; and aesthetics. The lake is used by lake residents and the public for a variety of recreational purposes and can be accessed via a DEC boat launch site. Butterfield Lake has been regularly stocked with walleye, up to 4.6 million 0.4 to 4.8 inch fish annually (larger fish are generally stocked in quantities ranging from 5,500 to 20,000). Fish species identified at the lake include black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye and yellow perch.

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Andyland

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Theresa, Jefferson

Ruins of 19th century barn confirm this land has been drawing people in for a very long time. A unique rock outcrop stands alone in the field over 25 feet high and is ideal for stargazing watching nature, and sitting by the fire amongst other activities. A path of approx. 2.3 miles loops around the woods and back to thr entrance. A steel wagon tire in the woods is evidence of the longtime use of the fields. Common practice for the first settlers was to burn the woods, sell the ash or potash and fund the home construction. Mutton was common then to let grade the fields which developed.Learn more about this land:Fishing hub with The Indian River lake system. Also close to the thousand islands and Alexandria Bay. Hike back to the woods if you desire something private and remote. Seasonal streams and rock outcrops make the terrain interesting.

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Adirondack Cabin with Sauna

1 site · Lodging200 acres · Glenfield, Lewis

Located at the heart of the Adirondacks/Tug Hill region where all your winter ATV and summer hiking dreams will come true. If you are coming to ride all day and relax all night, then you have found the right place. Our lodge includes a hot tub and full European sauna to take the steam off a long day. In the summer take a walk in our beautiful 250 acre private Forest and then cool off in the river that is just a short 1 mile walk from the house. The river runs along our property for 1.5 miles.

Dandelion Homestead

4 sites · Tents52 acres · Natural Bridge, Jefferson

Dandelion Homestead is a beautiful wooded farm in the Adirondack foothills. We consider ourselves stewards of our land, and thus draw from permaculture, regenerative agriculture, and other natural farming methods to rebuild soil and ecosystem health, raise delicious food and happy animals. We have a rabbit colony, a couple horses, and a family of miniature donkeys too! We're happy to give you a tour and introduction to them. You'll love seeing our historic bank barn, and Momma Donk is guaranteed to win you over with her love of ear scratches. We offer primitive tent campsites. No electric or toilets are available at this time. However, we can offer a number of services and rentals, including all of the camping gear you could need. Want the fun of camping without the half day spent setting up? Let us know, we'll have a tent ready and waiting with cots, camp kitchen and supplies ready to go! Most of the property is woods (pine plantation and natural hard wood forest) crisscrossed by park like trails. You can count on finding some peace and solitude if that is what you desire. Also, there are many state parks, preserves, lakes, rivers and other enjoyable attractions nearby. Our hilltop campsite is a dark site, and you can get a wonderful, clear view of the stars! Nearby Attractions include: - Baker Woods Preserve - Turning Point Park - New York Zoo - Numerous Adirondacks parks, hikes and peaks - within day trip distance of the Thousand Islands and the Wild Center! Note that this property is near Fort Drum, so sometimes you can hear their munitions practice in the distance.

Better Farm

14 sites · Lodging, Tents62 acres · Redwood, Jefferson

Better Farm is a 65-acre organic farm, animal sanctuary, artist colony, and retreat space. The property features forests, rolling hills, open fields, a pond, sauna, various paddocks for the rescued farm animals, organic gardens, a two-story Art Barn with local FM radio station, gallery, studio and recording space, and a second barn used for events. This second-generation property began as a 1970s commune that since 2009 has been revived and renovated to provide overnight lodging, event space, residencies, and educational opportunities for the curious and creative. The farm is 10 short miles from the St. Lawrence River and Thousand Islands of Northern New York. The area is a naturalist's paradise, with countless outdoor opportunities to enjoy from boating and swimming to snowshoeing and hiking. There are more than a dozen lakes within 10 minutes of the property, with cute towns to explore including Sackets Harbor, Clayton, Alexandria Bay, and Wellesley Island.

Hidden Vista of the Lake

1 site · Tent1 acre · Redwood, Jefferson

This is a special, private remote lake campsite. You can only gain access by boat. The public launch is about a 10 minute canoe/kayak ride. By motor boat 5. Once there, secure your watercraft and you climb a trail to a beautiful flat area over looking the lake. Butterfield Lake is a Class B lake which means that the best intended use for the lake is for contact recreation - swimming and bathing; non- contact recreation - boating and fishing, aquatic life; and aesthetics. The lake is used by lake residents and the public for a variety of recreational purposes and can be accessed via a DEC boat launch site. Butterfield Lake has been regularly stocked with walleye, up to 4.6 million 0.4 to 4.8 inch fish annually (larger fish are generally stocked in quantities ranging from 5,500 to 20,000). Fish species identified at the lake include black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye and yellow perch.

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Cozy country camping

1 site · Lodging155 acres · Hammond, St. Lawrence

LOCATION: We are located 30 miles from Ogdensburg, NY, on Black Lake. 40 miles from Fort Drum, a good commute if you work on Drum. Hubby and I do it everyday and it isn't so bad and 2 hrs from Syracuse. Echo's gas station is located 10 minutes from us and has gas, kerosene and propane. Great pizza and wings and odds and ends. Ogdensburg has Lowe's, Aldi's and Walmart. Thousand Islands is 20 minutes from us. Mini Golf on rte 6 10-15min. Langbrook Meadows Golf is 20 minutes. State Launch Ramp is 15 minutes away. Jacques State park has a beach. AMENITIES: THE CAMPER IS ON OUR PROPERTY 100YDS FROM BLACK LAKE. You'll have full access to the Lake. So feel free to bring your kayaks, paddle boards and canoes, boats and fishing poles (great fishing). We have some kayaks you can use too with lifejackets

Titans Layback Spot

1 site · Lodging6 acres · Hammond, St. Lawrence

Private road makes for quiet and private stay.. the elongated 6acres allows for enjoyable mini-hikes while still keeping the view of a beautiful lake surrounded by trees.. 3-4 miles away you have great hunting state land. Approx 25 miles away from Thousand Island and less than 10mil from other lakes.

Your New Property

8 sites · Tents7 acres · Thousand Island Park, Jefferson

Learn more about this land:Looking for a view across the Saint Lawrence river. You can catch the morning sunrise or the evening moon rises. Sleep on top of one the highest islands in the area. On the clear evenings you’ll get to witness some amazing stars. Even some shooting stars. The island is very much untouched and plan to keep its natural beauty

Pork Hill Getaway

6 sites · Tents5 acres · Rodman, Jefferson

The Pork Hill Getaway is our summer retreat. We come up from FL for the summer and your welcome to come and camp out with us. We will be there from Early May to late September This is a 5 acre wooded lot with 5 sites, a small pond and creek too, some sites are gravel and some dirt/mulch.This will be our first full summer there, so there is much to do, to improve ours and your camping experience. So please pardon our "dust" for the summer of 2022. This is in Rodman NY, and on the western edge of the Tug Hill Plateau, In Jefferson County. At this time it is a dry site, no water or power or sewer hook ups. There is many many places to go, a few are the Adirondacks, Lake Ontario beaches and parks, Canada is just a few miles to the north, Plenty of hiking trails, Snowmobile trails, Hunting, Fishing and boating are just some of what is available Corner of Pork Hill Rd. & Myers Dr., Rodman NY.

Bridge2Liberty Land on Wellesley

4 sites · Tents8 acres · Thousand Island Park, Jefferson

This 8 acres of land on Wellesley Island is welcoming ‘off the grid’ campsite lovers. Nature walk-about will lead to a pond, woodsy area and natural stone structures on the property. If you venture to walk 5 minutes down the street you can stop by the ice cream shop before walking across the beautiful Wellesley Island Bridge where you will get a spectacular view of ships passing underneath and the landscape of land, water and sky. It is conveniently located 1.3 miles from the State Park where you can rent a boat, hike, bike and visit a playground and beach. Within 2 minutes from 2 golf course. 5 minutes from TI Park, tiparkcorp.com, you can rent a bike, go to the playground, hiking, restraints and jump off the dock at the pavilion. 3 miles from the Canadian boarder. We look forward to hosting you on the Island!

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Wildlife Treasure

6 sites · Lodging40 acres · Copenhagen, Lewis

Wildlife Treasure is a new business, established in 2016. We're young but growing fast, developing great relationships with the public. We have a solid base of customers who enjoy snowmobiling, ATV riding, hunting and now hopefully, camping. There are numerous outdoor activities throughout the region, some of which may require transportation. We're here to help; we'd love for you to have a great experience while staying with us.Learn more about this land:Stay in our comfortable, cozy cabins or pitch your tent somewhere on our 40 acres. Take a walk in the state land adjoining our property and explore wildlife. There is a "beaver" pond nearby and the Black River is not too far away. If you love the outdoors, I'm sure there's something you'll find intriguing here.

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Della Terra Retreat

4 sites · TentsCastorland, Lewis

Rustic remnants of aged farm equipment mark the history of this property. A small, stone-formed wall segments parts of the woodland, creating imagery of how the landscape was used in the past. Now the land is used for a small organic farm endeavor. Our vision is to incubate and foster the innate connection that humanity has with nature, providing an environment that detaches individuals from the fast paced humdrum of a world filled with distractions. Learn more about this land:My wife and I moved to North Country New York, after living in NYC. We started a small-scale, bio-intensive farm in 2017. Depending on the season of your trip, you will be able to experience our farm operations, and reap the benefits of the harvest. We have 5.25 acres of land, which is 3 acres woodland, and about 2.25 acres of open meadow. There are multiple sites to pitch a tent in the woods. There are areas that I am designating for small cabin structures, which will be built this year. We could accommodate a small RV, or pop-up camper. We also have a 12'x24' cabin. There is a small oven and a propane grill for cooking. There is solar power, which provides electricity needs. We use Luci Lamps for lighting. They are inflatable, solar-powered lights, made by Mpowerd. Overall, our property is nestled in a very rustic/rural enclave. The property is on a road that is 5 miles long, which only has about 18 houses on it. I find the environment to be extremely serene and rejuvenating.

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1566 Q.C.A Quiet Country Acres

1 site · RV, Tent300 acres · Pulaski, Oswego

Retired dairy farm. Quiet country setting! 300 acres total with Grindstone Creek running thru it. Apx 3 miles to Interstate 81 and apx 3 miles Lake Ontario. Close to snowmobile trails. 5 miles from the Salmon River! Easy travel distance to Syracuse, Watertown and Oswego. Septic, water and electric hookup. Closed for the months of December to March.

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Creekside Forest at Snow Ridge

3 sites · RVs, Tents360 acres · Turin, Lewis

Snow Ridge operates as a ski resort in the winter months. In the summer, it's a beautiful piece of property ripe for exploring! Learn more about this land: This beautiful forest grove sits along side a babbling brook at the base of Snow Ridge Ski Resort! Easily accessible from the main road, but set back far enough for privacy. A quick walk to bathrooms with wi-fi on site. An 18 hole disc golf course and cement skate ramp are available on site. Mountain biking and hiking trails are coming soon! There are three distinct sites that allow for plenty of space and give you the option to choose the site that best suits your needs!

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Higley Haven

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Colton, St. Lawrence

Learn more about this land: Your cabin sleeps two, has electricity and a refrigerator. No running water. Access to drinking water at the side of my house. There is clean and artful outhouse. Beautiful river access for swimming, kayaking, fishing. Great hikes in area, just North of the Adirondacks.

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Adirondack Waterfall Oasis

1 site · RV, Tent24 acres · Port Leyden, Lewis

With cobblestone mill ruins, a 200 year old cemetery at the property entrance and a large dam at the top of some of New York's most beautiful waterfalls, this is the former site of one of the Georgia Pacific's many logging mills dating back to the early 1800's and a part of Adirondack history. Surrounded by bedrock, huge boulders, massive pine trees and miles and miles of trails, the Fowlerville Falls offer days of exploration and/or relaxation. There is a large swimming hole at the top of the falls, just off of the South-facing bedrock bank, where you can swim or lay in the sun. The falls, themselves, are almost 500 ft. across (at the widest point) and approximately 150 ft. in length (from top to bottom), ascending at approximately a 40-45 degree angle, making them navigable by foot. In the drier months (and, of course, depending on rain fall), most of the falls are dry, with only 50 - 100 ft. of water flow, making them navigable by foot. There are many little pools and flowing water across the bedrock to explore, along with the rest of the river, the surrounding woods and adjacent miles and miles of atv/hiking trails. If you are kayaker, there river above the falls is calm and fairly shallow, ranging from .5 - several feet in depth. And if you are white water enthusiast, Fowlerville Falls (and the Moose River) is a nationally rated and renowned spot, boasting a class III-IV under normal release conditions, and a dangerous, cold class V under spring runoff conditions. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Learn more about this land: A raw, pine forest lining the bedrock banks of Port Leyden's Fowlerville Falls, just inside of the Adirondack park. The former site of one of Georgia Pacific's old logging mills, the property has private access to beautiful water falls, a large swimming hole just off of a large, South-facing rock bank, untamed, clean pine forests, ATV and hiking trails, trout & small mouth bass fishing, many fire pits and areas to camp throughout the property.

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Absolute Serenity

1 site · RV, Tent100 acres · Lyons Falls, Lewis

Learn more about this land:100 acres of wooded land to enjoy with trails and a creek. Large open area for RV parking or find a secure area and pitch a tent. Well water & generator available upon request (no electricity). Located across the street to miles of maintained ATV trails. Nights can be enjoyed with large campfires. Wake up to the roaming deer and wild turkeys. Plenty of firewood to be burned. Enjoy the Moose river 1/4 mile down the road or Brantingham Lake 6 miles away. Mountains can be climbed just 30 minutes away. Old Forge offers many attractions.

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Wildlife Treasure

6 sites · Lodging40 acres · Copenhagen, Lewis

Wildlife Treasure is a new business, established in 2016. We're young but growing fast, developing great relationships with the public. We have a solid base of customers who enjoy snowmobiling, ATV riding, hunting and now hopefully, camping. There are numerous outdoor activities throughout the region, some of which may require transportation. We're here to help; we'd love for you to have a great experience while staying with us.Learn more about this land:Stay in our comfortable, cozy cabins or pitch your tent somewhere on our 40 acres. Take a walk in the state land adjoining our property and explore wildlife. There is a "beaver" pond nearby and the Black River is not too far away. If you love the outdoors, I'm sure there's something you'll find intriguing here.

Fox Hollow Salmon River Camping

10 sites · RVs, TentsAltmar, Oswego

Just a great location to go Salmon fishing or kick back & relax.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent 5 minutes from the Salmon River, take a short walk & start fishing in the summer (June, July, August) for Small Mouth Bass, Atlantic Salmon, or a summer run Steelhead. September & October world class King & Coho Salmon, mid October thru May is Steelhead fishing. In just a short 10 minute drive you can visit the Salmon River hatchery & 5 minutes up the road from there is the Salmon River Falls.

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Bittersweet Farm

1 site · Tent100 acres · Heuvelton, St. Lawrence

Bittersweet Farm is 112 acre, certified organic agricultural operation. We strive for biodiversity and regeneration and healing of the land, increasing soil fertility, pollinator habitat and water health. We welcome volunteers, campers and students, always looking to build community and renew connections. The farm includes permaculture gardens, livestock, fields, forests and protected wetlands, along with trails through the woods for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in the winter. Set up camp in the midst of 112 acres of forest, fields and wetlands, exploring the multitude of micro-ecosystems. We offer an off-grid, two-story log cabin - no need to worry about the rain or snow! Enjoy the diversity of life as you relax in the permaculture gardens of our small-scale, certified organic agricultural operation. Feel free to volunteer your time on the farm, or purchase fresh fruits, veggies and meats!

Della Terra Retreat

4 sites · TentsCastorland, Lewis

Rustic remnants of aged farm equipment mark the history of this property. A small, stone-formed wall segments parts of the woodland, creating imagery of how the landscape was used in the past. Now the land is used for a small organic farm endeavor. Our vision is to incubate and foster the innate connection that humanity has with nature, providing an environment that detaches individuals from the fast paced humdrum of a world filled with distractions. Learn more about this land:My wife and I moved to North Country New York, after living in NYC. We started a small-scale, bio-intensive farm in 2017. Depending on the season of your trip, you will be able to experience our farm operations, and reap the benefits of the harvest. We have 5.25 acres of land, which is 3 acres woodland, and about 2.25 acres of open meadow. There are multiple sites to pitch a tent in the woods. There are areas that I am designating for small cabin structures, which will be built this year. We could accommodate a small RV, or pop-up camper. We also have a 12'x24' cabin. There is a small oven and a propane grill for cooking. There is solar power, which provides electricity needs. We use Luci Lamps for lighting. They are inflatable, solar-powered lights, made by Mpowerd. Overall, our property is nestled in a very rustic/rural enclave. The property is on a road that is 5 miles long, which only has about 18 houses on it. I find the environment to be extremely serene and rejuvenating.

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indian hills

2 sites · RVs, Tents23 acres · Redfield, Oswego

Two small cabins and small camper with air mattresses may also be available but please bring your own bedding and linens. and don't forget the bug spray. In warmer weather the bugs can be quite brutal.Learn more about this land:Park your This location receives approximately 300 inches of snow per year starting anytime around October through March. Site is available for camping from April or May through the first snowfall. Typically in late October or November. Seven miles South is the Redfield Reservoir with public boat launches great fishing swimming kayaking Etc.>No animals allowed without prior permission and must have tick treatments.

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Camping near Philadelphia guide

Looking for the best camping near Philadelphia? The area features dozens of top-rated campgrounds and places to park your RV for the night, many within a short distance of New York hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Whether you want a pet-friendly campsite or a family cabin rental with wifi, check out campsite photos, tips, and reviews from other outdoor enthusiasts to plan your next camping trip near Philadelphia.