98% (170) • 19 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Roscoe
Balsam Gleann Meadows
1. Balsam Gleann Meadows
97%
(36)
26mi from Roscoe · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Come enjoy over 5 generations of our families property stewardship, on 370 acres of forested uplands with 30 acres of lowland meadows.
We have two Rustic camp areas and a third area offering a pitched Glamping Tent with accommodations. Please bring your own bedding, towels, etc.
We have firewood available for $1 per piece and a cash or check honor box if you use more wood than you paid for while booking.
There is no cell service on or close to the property, so save or print your maps before you leave and follow the white oval signs to the campsite.
1.1 miles of upper Esopus Creek awaits visitors for fishing native Brook Trout, hiking, swimming, and sunbathing.
We have two clean pit toilets, a spring-fed gravity water system, three wash stations, and two showers.
A wash station is available at the showers, the kitchen, and the toilets.
A large kitchen area with a 16-foot-long counter and a picnic table is also available by the communal fire pits.
Please note, quiet hours are from 11 PM to 7 AM. Strictly enforced. No exceptions.
Delight in your visit to Balsam Gleann Meadows!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$75
/ night
Triple S Tenting
2. Triple S Tenting
100%
(113)
30mi from Roscoe · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A great spot to come and camp high up on a hill. Pitch a tent and enjoy the solitude of camping in the middle of a hay field, under a huge oak tree. In the middle of farm country. From time to time you may smell a little cow smell or hear/see a tractor drive past. However, there is nothing greater than the smell of fresh cut hay in the summer breeze. Deer graze in the fields surrounding the house.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
Mountain Hollow Farm and B&B
3. Mountain Hollow Farm and B&B
100%
(13)
33mi from Roscoe · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
My countryside farm is surrounded by lush fields and woodlands, teeming with wildlife. It features streams and ponds where you can cool off, and hiking trails to explore. Keep an eye out in the upper field for deer, turkeys, and perhaps even a bear or two!
Check in before sundown. No checking in after dark.
As a working farm, It’s home to chickens, ducks, turkeys, rabbits, and a large pot-belly pig. Our friendly beagles and bird dogs add to the rural charm.
You can also engage in a variety of activities such as kayaking and biking. If fishing is your hobby, I offer a fully stocked pond as an additional option. Alternatively, Marsh Pond on State land is available for fishing.
3 Full hook up RV sites available and multiple tent sites.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
Brook Hollow Homestead
4. Brook Hollow Homestead
100%
(11)
34mi from Roscoe · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The fall, cool crisp days and changing leaves are just a few short weeks away. NOW is the time to book your experience with us. Enjoy rustic camping on our 115 acres of upstate NY forest. We are just a short drive to Cooperstown, the Baseball Hall of Fame and the summer baseball camps as well as the other museums that it has to offer. Howe Caverns in Cobleskill is also about 30 minutes away as well.
The property consists of a mixture of upland hardwoods (mainly Oak, Maple and Cherry) with scattered stands of Red Pine, White Spruce, Hemlock and two open fields/pastures. There are also the occasional conifers scattered about just to keep things interesting. The majority of the property is gently sloping from the South up towards the North. The is also a nice ridge on the NE corner of the property to aid in topographic diversity. One of the fields is a seven acre hay field and the other is a five acre food plot planted in clover, chicory and other grasses. This field has also been recently planted with Apples, Pear, American Plum, Red Osier Dogwood, Persimmon, Red Mulberry, Chinese Chestnut, and Hazelnuts. These are all young at this time but will start to provide diversity and wildlife interest in the coming years.
Wildlife abounds here at the homestead. Whitetail Deer and Eastern Wild Turkey are very common to see. We also have a variety of small animals as well such as Red and Grey Squirrels, Raccoons, Porcupine, Opossum, Fisher etc. For the birders, we have Barred and Great Horned Owls and Red Tailed Hawks. It is also not uncommon to see Bald Eagles soaring over the fields looking for their next meal.
All of the property is easily accessible via our extensive trail system. There is also another 187 acres that borders our land that also has trails that would allow hiking. We have detailed maps so that getting lost would be the least of your worries.
Attractions Near Us:
Hanford Mills Museum - 3 Minutes
SUNY Oneonta, Hartwick College, & SUNY Delhi - 20 Minutes
Cooperstown (Baseball Hall of Fame & Museums) - 40 Minutes
SUNY Cobleskill - 44 Minutes
Howe Caverns - 50 Minutes
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$24
/ night
SnowMarsh Farm
5. SnowMarsh Farm
98%
(40)
39mi from Roscoe · 3 sites
This property was a farm 125 years ago.
Learn more about this land:
SnowMarsh Farm (no longer a working farm ) is located in the beautiful Endless Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The property is on the side of a mountain adjacent to the Susquehanna River and surrounding mountains. The entire property is completely private. There are hiking trails on the property. Ithaca, The Finger Lakes and Cornell University are about 1 hour away. The waterfalls in Ithaca make it worth the drive. Maximum stay 2 weeks.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
Historic Riverside Farm
6. Historic Riverside Farm
100%
(455)
45mi from Roscoe · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
This amazing 50 acre farm is on the State and National Historic Register. Once part of the Milton Bodine land tract, this property has been privately owned for 4 generations. Come explore all Riverside Farm has to offer.
**BEST IN NEW YORK 2022 and 2023**
Voted Hipcamp #1 place to visit for 2022
*Riverside Farm was granted one of the States first Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Cultivation Licenses and has since formed FlowerHouse NY. The cultivation of New York's first licensed cannabis crops and products are happening offsite, at another location. However Riverside Farm is still an active and working Farm*
Follow along @FlowerHouse_ny and @Waldenriversidefarminc
This picturesque family farm is conveniently located just 80 miles from both Manhattan and Albany. Riverside Farm offers 1600 feet of direct river access, ponds, rolling meadows and woodlands. You’ll have 50 acres of freedom to enjoy at your leisure. There are convenient walking paths cut throughout the property to help guide you. The farm is yours to explore, check out the beautiful, historical barns, old school hand water pumps, the old-world windmill and other hidden treasures. All the campsites have plenty of space between each other (roughly 300 ft), and they all have their own access points to the river.
We are approximately 1.5 miles from Angry Orchard Cider House. The new City Winery in Montgomery is minutes away. We are located right in the middle of the Shawangunk Wine Trail and have dozens of wineries and craft breweries within 20 miles of the farm. World class hiking trails and breathtaking views await at Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Mountain House, both just 15 miles away. The Bashakill Preserve is home to some of the best bird watching in the Northeast and is 5 miles away. The walkway over the Hudson and fine dining options at Newburgh's waterfront are also within a short 20 minute drive. The Shawangunk, Wallkill and Hudson Valley rail trails are easily accessible for those wanting to bike or jog. Whether you're looking for a home base to explore the wonderful Hudson Valley and its attractions or looking to get completely lost in nature's peacefulness and beauty, Riverside Farm is the spot.
Cancellations- If you cancel at least 1 week before your check in day and time, you’ll receive a full refund (minus Hipcamp fees). If you cancel within the 1 week before check in, there will be no refund. **unless WE reached out to you about concerning weather conditions!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$54
/ night
Historic 1769 Everitt House
7. Historic 1769 Everitt House
100%
(23)
46mi from Roscoe · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Everitt House is an historic farmhouse built in 1769 and continuously occupied by our family for 110 years. Enjoy the breezy copse of old Maples and Elms, 2 ponds with a delightful waterfall by Zephyr, our rare 1982 Airstream Motorhome. Choose from Glamping with Zephyr, tenting in the meadow, or partial hookup RV sites!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$36
/ night
Kelly Corners Country Retreat
8. Kelly Corners Country Retreat
100%
(5)
42mi from Roscoe · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
NEW! Located on top of a small hill, our sites overlook the beautiful Susquehanna Valley. The 75-acre property is situated on a small farm that dates back to the 1800s. During your stay, enjoy an 18-hole homemade disc golf course on the property (discs available upon request) and 5G Verizon cell service. A gravel road and designated camping pads have recently been added and a privy is available on site. Close to the historic village of Cooperstown, home of the Baseball Hall of Fame (25 minutes), Cooperstown All-Star Village (11 minutes) and Cooperstown Dreams Park (20 minutes); just 6 miles north of Oneonta, home to Hartwick College and SUNY Oneonta. Kelly Corners Country Retreat is a quiet, convenient location with beautiful views. A rare gem in the Northeast!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$40
/ night
98% (170) • 19 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Roscoe
Balsam Gleann Meadows
1. Balsam Gleann Meadows
97%
(36)
26mi from Roscoe · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Come enjoy over 5 generations of our families property stewardship, on 370 acres of forested uplands with 30 acres of lowland meadows.
We have two Rustic camp areas and a third area offering a pitched Glamping Tent with accommodations. Please bring your own bedding, towels, etc.
We have firewood available for $1 per piece and a cash or check honor box if you use more wood than you paid for while booking.
There is no cell service on or close to the property, so save or print your maps before you leave and follow the white oval signs to the campsite.
1.1 miles of upper Esopus Creek awaits visitors for fishing native Brook Trout, hiking, swimming, and sunbathing.
We have two clean pit toilets, a spring-fed gravity water system, three wash stations, and two showers.
A wash station is available at the showers, the kitchen, and the toilets.
A large kitchen area with a 16-foot-long counter and a picnic table is also available by the communal fire pits.
Please note, quiet hours are from 11 PM to 7 AM. Strictly enforced. No exceptions.
Delight in your visit to Balsam Gleann Meadows!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$75
/ night
Triple S Tenting
2. Triple S Tenting
100%
(113)
30mi from Roscoe · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A great spot to come and camp high up on a hill. Pitch a tent and enjoy the solitude of camping in the middle of a hay field, under a huge oak tree. In the middle of farm country. From time to time you may smell a little cow smell or hear/see a tractor drive past. However, there is nothing greater than the smell of fresh cut hay in the summer breeze. Deer graze in the fields surrounding the house.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
Mountain Hollow Farm and B&B
3. Mountain Hollow Farm and B&B
100%
(13)
33mi from Roscoe · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
My countryside farm is surrounded by lush fields and woodlands, teeming with wildlife. It features streams and ponds where you can cool off, and hiking trails to explore. Keep an eye out in the upper field for deer, turkeys, and perhaps even a bear or two!
Check in before sundown. No checking in after dark.
As a working farm, It’s home to chickens, ducks, turkeys, rabbits, and a large pot-belly pig. Our friendly beagles and bird dogs add to the rural charm.
You can also engage in a variety of activities such as kayaking and biking. If fishing is your hobby, I offer a fully stocked pond as an additional option. Alternatively, Marsh Pond on State land is available for fishing.
3 Full hook up RV sites available and multiple tent sites.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
Brook Hollow Homestead
4. Brook Hollow Homestead
100%
(11)
34mi from Roscoe · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The fall, cool crisp days and changing leaves are just a few short weeks away. NOW is the time to book your experience with us. Enjoy rustic camping on our 115 acres of upstate NY forest. We are just a short drive to Cooperstown, the Baseball Hall of Fame and the summer baseball camps as well as the other museums that it has to offer. Howe Caverns in Cobleskill is also about 30 minutes away as well.
The property consists of a mixture of upland hardwoods (mainly Oak, Maple and Cherry) with scattered stands of Red Pine, White Spruce, Hemlock and two open fields/pastures. There are also the occasional conifers scattered about just to keep things interesting. The majority of the property is gently sloping from the South up towards the North. The is also a nice ridge on the NE corner of the property to aid in topographic diversity. One of the fields is a seven acre hay field and the other is a five acre food plot planted in clover, chicory and other grasses. This field has also been recently planted with Apples, Pear, American Plum, Red Osier Dogwood, Persimmon, Red Mulberry, Chinese Chestnut, and Hazelnuts. These are all young at this time but will start to provide diversity and wildlife interest in the coming years.
Wildlife abounds here at the homestead. Whitetail Deer and Eastern Wild Turkey are very common to see. We also have a variety of small animals as well such as Red and Grey Squirrels, Raccoons, Porcupine, Opossum, Fisher etc. For the birders, we have Barred and Great Horned Owls and Red Tailed Hawks. It is also not uncommon to see Bald Eagles soaring over the fields looking for their next meal.
All of the property is easily accessible via our extensive trail system. There is also another 187 acres that borders our land that also has trails that would allow hiking. We have detailed maps so that getting lost would be the least of your worries.
Attractions Near Us:
Hanford Mills Museum - 3 Minutes
SUNY Oneonta, Hartwick College, & SUNY Delhi - 20 Minutes
Cooperstown (Baseball Hall of Fame & Museums) - 40 Minutes
SUNY Cobleskill - 44 Minutes
Howe Caverns - 50 Minutes
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$24
/ night
SnowMarsh Farm
5. SnowMarsh Farm
98%
(40)
39mi from Roscoe · 3 sites
This property was a farm 125 years ago.
Learn more about this land:
SnowMarsh Farm (no longer a working farm ) is located in the beautiful Endless Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The property is on the side of a mountain adjacent to the Susquehanna River and surrounding mountains. The entire property is completely private. There are hiking trails on the property. Ithaca, The Finger Lakes and Cornell University are about 1 hour away. The waterfalls in Ithaca make it worth the drive. Maximum stay 2 weeks.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
Historic Riverside Farm
6. Historic Riverside Farm
100%
(455)
45mi from Roscoe · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
This amazing 50 acre farm is on the State and National Historic Register. Once part of the Milton Bodine land tract, this property has been privately owned for 4 generations. Come explore all Riverside Farm has to offer.
**BEST IN NEW YORK 2022 and 2023**
Voted Hipcamp #1 place to visit for 2022
*Riverside Farm was granted one of the States first Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Cultivation Licenses and has since formed FlowerHouse NY. The cultivation of New York's first licensed cannabis crops and products are happening offsite, at another location. However Riverside Farm is still an active and working Farm*
Follow along @FlowerHouse_ny and @Waldenriversidefarminc
This picturesque family farm is conveniently located just 80 miles from both Manhattan and Albany. Riverside Farm offers 1600 feet of direct river access, ponds, rolling meadows and woodlands. You’ll have 50 acres of freedom to enjoy at your leisure. There are convenient walking paths cut throughout the property to help guide you. The farm is yours to explore, check out the beautiful, historical barns, old school hand water pumps, the old-world windmill and other hidden treasures. All the campsites have plenty of space between each other (roughly 300 ft), and they all have their own access points to the river.
We are approximately 1.5 miles from Angry Orchard Cider House. The new City Winery in Montgomery is minutes away. We are located right in the middle of the Shawangunk Wine Trail and have dozens of wineries and craft breweries within 20 miles of the farm. World class hiking trails and breathtaking views await at Minnewaska State Park and Mohonk Mountain House, both just 15 miles away. The Bashakill Preserve is home to some of the best bird watching in the Northeast and is 5 miles away. The walkway over the Hudson and fine dining options at Newburgh's waterfront are also within a short 20 minute drive. The Shawangunk, Wallkill and Hudson Valley rail trails are easily accessible for those wanting to bike or jog. Whether you're looking for a home base to explore the wonderful Hudson Valley and its attractions or looking to get completely lost in nature's peacefulness and beauty, Riverside Farm is the spot.
Cancellations- If you cancel at least 1 week before your check in day and time, you’ll receive a full refund (minus Hipcamp fees). If you cancel within the 1 week before check in, there will be no refund. **unless WE reached out to you about concerning weather conditions!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$54
/ night
Historic 1769 Everitt House
7. Historic 1769 Everitt House
100%
(23)
46mi from Roscoe · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Everitt House is an historic farmhouse built in 1769 and continuously occupied by our family for 110 years. Enjoy the breezy copse of old Maples and Elms, 2 ponds with a delightful waterfall by Zephyr, our rare 1982 Airstream Motorhome. Choose from Glamping with Zephyr, tenting in the meadow, or partial hookup RV sites!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$36
/ night
Kelly Corners Country Retreat
8. Kelly Corners Country Retreat
100%
(5)
42mi from Roscoe · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
NEW! Located on top of a small hill, our sites overlook the beautiful Susquehanna Valley. The 75-acre property is situated on a small farm that dates back to the 1800s. During your stay, enjoy an 18-hole homemade disc golf course on the property (discs available upon request) and 5G Verizon cell service. A gravel road and designated camping pads have recently been added and a privy is available on site. Close to the historic village of Cooperstown, home of the Baseball Hall of Fame (25 minutes), Cooperstown All-Star Village (11 minutes) and Cooperstown Dreams Park (20 minutes); just 6 miles north of Oneonta, home to Hartwick College and SUNY Oneonta. Kelly Corners Country Retreat is a quiet, convenient location with beautiful views. A rare gem in the Northeast!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$40
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Stephen
October 2025
22 ft travel trailer
With pets
Todd went above and beyond at every instance that we needed him. Lovely spot, great trails in hardwood forests for dog walks. Quiet country living, beautiful pond. Couldn't ask for a better host. He even lent us his waste tote to dump black and grey tanks and even took it away with my husband to dump.
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Tim
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This campsite was the perfect getaway — private, peaceful, and beautifully scenic. Appreciated how secluded it felt, surrounded by trees and nature sounds with no distractions. The views were stunning, and it was easy to relax and unwind. Highly recommend for anyone seeking solitude and a truly restorative outdoor escape.
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alison
October 2025
Tent
Loved this quiet spot along the river! The campsite was clean, peaceful and perfect for our stopover on the way to VT.
Wishes we could have stayed a couple days and enjoyed a bit more!
Definitely would come back in the warmer season and enjoy the water and nearby attractions.
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Kevin
October 2025
35 ft travel trailer
We really enjoyed our stay. Frank was a great host. Provided awesome food and fishing tips for his pond filled with bass, crappie, catfish, and trout. We had full hook ups with a gorgeous view. We were so lucky with amazing weather and the morning sunrise with nice cup of coffee was so relaxing.
Frank had a great fire going that was relaxing. Very peaceful, and quiet place to visit.
Look forward to staying again.
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Jack
October 2025
13 ft travel trailer
With kids
We’ve been multiple times and always have a great stay!
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Rebecca
October 2025
15 ft campervan
I will come back again and again. This was the most relaxing trip I’ve had. There are not many sites to offer private and peaceful camping. We were able to watch blue herons, egrets and geese fly in, in the morning and land on the river. We were able to enjoy yoga and meditation right by the river. We had two partridges hang out at our site for two days that just wandered around and were of no nuisance. Sitting in the swing at the top of the hill we had deer wandering around us. Despite getting there after dark, the instructions to get to our site were easy and after settling in, the owner came down and greeted us with our eggs. Everything is well taken care of. We feel like we’ve found a hidden gem.
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Allison
October 2025
Tent
With kids
We had such a special weekend camping on Robert's land. Pictures don't do it justice. It is jaw dropping beautiful and very private. Robert is the best hip camp host we've ever had and we've used hip camp for years. He is reasonable, flexible, and very considerate. The outhouse is extremely clean, and he provides firewood for purchase, a fire pit, wash stand for dishes, and a wood countertop perfect for your camp grill to sit on. The location is primo with lots of cute little towns around and hiking trails right off his property. We are definitely making an annual trip here.
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Mehmet
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful farm with great hosts!
Lots of land to explore around.
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claire
October 2025
20 ft Class B
Group trip
Wonderful stay at site 2. The land is beautifully groomed, the view of the hill on one side and the stream on the other was perfect. There’s a brewery nearby too if you want to go for a day trip, very fun. Looking forward to coming back. The sites are nicely distanced. Thanks again
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Mary
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Site #3 A beautiful, secluded spot on a river!
Lots of space to spread out. No one else around which is why I liked it.
Sound of the river, stars at night, birds, a perfect campfire ring…. And I had a wonderful time.
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jessica
September 2025
16 ft campervan
We had a tragic family emergency and had to cancel a few days before our trip to visit. So we did not get to visit yet but I so appreciated Sam and Melissa’s kindness and understanding I wanted to praise them as hosts. Hope to visit in the future.
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Kevin
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Jan’s land is great. We set up at her highest point in the middle of the hayfield. The sunset was spectacular and the stars were unreal at night. My dogs loved being off leash and roaming the property.
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Nick
September 2025
Tent
We loved the campsite. It was at the edge of a very nice meadow right next to a beautiful stretch of the river. Other campsites were spaced apart nicely for privacy and the port o potty was clean. We got in late our first night and we were able to do some star gazing. I managed to catch a small fish in the river the next day.
Unfortunately, when we arrived the firewood we purchased was not there. When we messaged Melissa saying our firewood was not there, we got the impression that she didn't believe us. She asked around the other campsites to see if anyone took the wood and told us that no one took it. Whatever the case, we had no wood at our site. She did eventually bring us the firewood after some confusing back-and-forth. This put a damper on an otherwise great trip.
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Steven
September 2025
Tent
The space is very well maintained and is beautiful.
The space is clearly marked and directions are accurate.
We stayed at site 5, a short walk to the river (less than a minute from the site down a gentle slope).
For end of summer, it was perfect and open.
For hotter months, this is just something to consider (see below regarding other sites).
The tent platform had tie off points and there is a food prep area, a picnic table and a folded grill grate for cooking.
We roamed the vast space and saw sites 1, 2, and 3, which are all closer to the water and also look like excellent spots with shade for summer, also well maintained.
There's a bench swing at the top of the hill overlooking 1, 2, and 3 and a bench on another hill.
I feel like the hosts must have done Hipcamp before and decided they were going to make their place exceptional for their guests, which they definitely did for us.
Road noise was minimal and distant.
Geese, ducks and heron on the river, as well as deer.
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Jessica
September 2025
Tent
With kids
I loved camping at this site! It was private and serene, being right on the river was fantastic. Melissa was a great host and brought us additional firewood several times throughout the trip. Our toddler aged son loved walking around the paths and looking at plants and bugs. I wouldn't hesitate to go back.
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Alexey
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Super nice place. Thank you.
Very beautiful and peaceful.
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Blaze
September 2025
Tent
We stayed for one night and had a great experience! The campsite was peaceful, right by a creek, and just a short walk to the porta potty. The host was very nice and made sure we were set for the night with our purchased firewood
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Tom
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Our family and our friends (4 adults, 3 young kids, 1 small dog) absolutely loved camping on Sam and Melissa's land! Great camp spot right next to the river with plenty of space for everyone to run around!
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Kenneth
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
The valley was such an amazing place to camp at. The amenities were clean. There was plenty of distance between the sites to feel private. We will definitely come back to camp! PSA vehicle with decent ground clearance is highly recommended and there is no cell service once you drive past Phoenicia.
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Andy
September 2025
Tent
Jan was great and met us at the site.
Our site was in the middle of a huge field overlooking the catskills.
Everything is clean and really wonderful. I would recommend this site to anybody.
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The best private sites RV sites near Roscoe guide
Where to go
Delaware Wild Forest
Around a 30-minute drive north of Roscoe, the Delaware Wild Forest is located in the western Catskill Forest Preserve and has more than 47 miles of recreational trails with 28 miles designated as snowmobile trails. There are four lean-to shelters located in the wild forest.
Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River
To the south of Roscoe, the Delaware River offers plenty of recreational opportunities, including boating, fishing, and hiking. There’s also the chance of spotting wintering bald eagles along the river. River users can use the water access-only Pennsylvania State Forest primitive camping area within the Buckhorn Natural Area of Delaware State Forest.
Hudson Highlands
With more than 70 miles of trails, ranging from easy to challenging, spread over 8,000 acres, Hudson Highlands State Park, around an hour and a half south of Roscoe, offers plenty of opportunity for activities with a scenic mountainous backdrop. Campers can spend the night at Fahnestock State Park on the eastern side of the Hudson Highlands.
Big Indian Wilderness
Covering 33,500 acres around an hour northeast of Roscoe, the Big Indian Wilderness Area is home to the longest (30 miles) stretch of trail through uninterrupted virgin forest in the Catskills. There are five lean-tos located trailside throughout the area, as well as other designated campsites. Primitive camping is also allowed.
When to go
With its promise of long, sunny days ideal for enjoying the great outdoors, summer is the most popular time of year to visit Roscoe and the Catskills. However, the season can bring crowded trails and booked-up campsites. September and October are also popular with visitors arriving to see fall foliage. Winters have the appeal of being relatively crowd-free and offer skiing and snowshoeing.