Bell tents near Walden

Walden offers easy access to the Hudson Valley’s best attractions.

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Halley

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Private Catskill Glamping Retreat

This site was perfect and had everything we needed; Elon was very easy to communicate with and extremely helpful. There were games and cozy blankets in the tent to keep us warm and occupied during the rainy morning, and the sounds of the stream to lull us to sleep at night. I would highly recommend this site and hope to return soon!

T B OSU2004

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Private Catskill Glamping Retreat

I absolutely loved this site... Very comfortable along a gorgeous river valley. The accommodations were clean and well thought out. I will absolutely try to book here again!!

Stephan

June 2025

Weekend Trip to TainoWoods Fairy Magical Sweet Land

Such a great place to get re-connected with Nature! Jesse and Chantel welcome you to their sanctuary with hospitality and gratitude! I highly recommend taking up Jesse on the ATV ride if you have a lot of gear to bring to your site. He charges $25 cash for round trip assistance. If you can carry it all, be aware the property slopes down towards the river bed, and you will need to make sure can carry it back up to the parking at the top of the slope. There are several sites on their property along the paths they have created in a way that flows with the landscape. The platform they have built for the Bell Tent great! Sits above the river bed where you can hear the water ramble by and listen to the birds singing. We bought wood from Jesse for the fire pit and we were given some cedar to put in our fire that Jesse will explain to you how it is used in the Taino tradition. The fire pit kept a good deal of the bugs away, and tent was great for two of us and our gear. We welcomed the morning's sunshine with Chantel and Jesse greeting us and with their traditional chants and prayers of gratitude to Nature, which they were kind enough to translate for those who didn't understand the language. We left feeling like we made great connections to the land and with Jesse and Chantel who we look forward to seeing again on our next stay. Bo matum!

1 night at TainoWoods Fairy Magical Sweet Land

I love this site! This was our second time visiting and booking the same site! It is comfortable and has its own picnic area and fire pit set in which is amazing! We have small children so it was really accommodating of them! The outdoor kitchen located further in the land is helpful! The stories and experiences shared are beautiful and I look forward to returning and participating

Isabel

March 2025

Weekend Trip to TainoWoods Fairy Magical Sweet Land

Beautiful land and river, peaceful stay. Cooked delicious meals with the grate and pit and enjoyed listening to the nature.

Weekend Trip to TainoWoods Fairy Magical Sweet Land

Such a beautiful set up and location! Even though it had been snowing we were toasty by our fire and in the tent. We all loved it.

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Bell tents near Walden guide

Overview

The Hudson Valley village of Walden is just an hour and a half north of New York City, making it an easy escape from the city. Surrounded by the gentle rolling hills of the Great Appalachian Valley and the Hudson Highlands to the southwest, it’s an attractive place to spend a while. Visitors will find plenty to do in the village’s surroundings, from visiting contemporary art galleries and sculpture parks to hiking in the Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve. Those who want to set up camp will find plenty of nearby options.

Where to go

Beacon

Just a 20-minute drive east over the Hudson from Walden, Beacon is famed as the home of the contemporary art gallery Dia: Beacon and home to a number of galleries, boutiques and antique stores. Another 25 minutes east of Beacon, Fahnestock State Park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who can hike, bird, boat, fish, and set up camp at the seasonal Fahnestock State Park Campground.

Cornwall-on-Hudson

A 25-minute drive south of Walden takes you to the outdoor sculpture park, Storm King Art Centre, named for nearby Storm King Mountain. You can spend all your time here wandering around the sprawling, 500-acre park, but don’t miss hiking in the pristine Storm King State Park nearby.

Poughkeepsie

Heading 40 minutes northeast out of Walden, the city of Poughkeepsie is home to Hudson Valley's most unique state park. The 1.28-mile Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park spans the Hudson River and is the world's longest elevated pedestrian bridge, offering excellent views of the Hudson Valley.

Bear Mountain

A 40-minute drive south of Walden, Bear Mountain State Park offers hiking, biking and cross-country ski trails as well as river fishing access. Adjacent to Bear Mountain is Harriman State Park with 31 lakes, two beaches, 200 miles of trails and camping at primitive Beaver Pond Campground.

When to go

Spring and summer are the ideal times to visit to enjoy the trails and water activities on offer in the Hudson Valley. However, given the area’s proximity to New York City, you should expect crowds in the peak summer season, especially on weekends and holidays. September and October can also get busy with visitors arriving to see the vibrant colors of fall foliage while winters offer skiing and snowshoeing. Note that some popular attractions in the area, such as Storm Mountain Art Center, close in winter.