- Stony Point
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
What to expect
Short walk to site
Tent site
10 guests max
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
Cooking equipment present
Picnic table present
No potable water
No showers
Pack it out
No wifi
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 3:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be availableCheck out: Before 12:00 PM
Late check-out may be availableOn arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
During your trip
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Tent-only sites
1 site
Bare Camping
79%
(65)Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
Reviews
79% Recommend70 ratings · 48 reviews
Bare Camping offers a mixed experience, with a serene creekside setting and the soothing sounds of nature, making it an appealing escape for many. However, the site does have its downsides, including nearby junk vehicles and debris, which some find detracts from the natural beauty. While some campers appreciate the rustic charm and proximity to local attractions, others note the need for a site cleanup and mention the presence of wildlife, including bears. Overall, it's a spot that balances rustic camping with easy access to amenities and nature trails.
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Recommends
· April 2026
Tent
Easy directions. Site is next to a nice bubbling creek. Nice fire pit. There is some debris around the area but nothing too bad. Has a nice awning that helped a lot during the rain.
Not recommend
· September 2025
Needs a little TLC.
Tent · With kids
Of note, Chester was fast to approve our stay and responded quickly to my question about additional cars. Unfortunately the site was in rough shape, not as represented in the photos. Not his fault but the abandoned boats/vehicles next door are prominent, and it seemed every few minutes the kids were pulling trash out of the site (wiring harness, an old ski, rusty pitchfork, hand truck, an old wheel&tire, etc). The tan bark in photos is actually broken up asphalt and the tent platforms are broken and unusable. The ground tents were on were littered with glass and other sharp objects to be cleared. It was nice to have a covered area and a table to prep food. Also not Chesters fault was the black bear that entered camp - so perhaps the campsites name Bare Camping is misspelled? ;-) Ultimately needs to be cleaned up but didn't deter us from having a good time!
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · Group trip
Very nice, exactly what we were looking for. Not too close to civilization, but also not in the middle of nowhere. Spot was spacious and very cute.
Not recommend
· August 2025
Not Recommended
Tent · With kids
The place is in very poor condition, it is literally the backyard of someone’s house and the proximity to the road it’s not pleasant at all.
No one came over to properly greet us or direct us. Overall, we had a very bad impression but we try to make the most of it but honestly the first night we just heard a lot of road noise and steps of animals, which is OK being that we are in nature, but would not recommend this.
Not recommend
· July 2025
Hard Pass
I drove in and drove right back out. It’s a bit sketchy, right near the road and a bunch of run down homes. Right on a dried up river bed so lots of bugs, and the ground is just wet dirt with broken glass and trash so you need covered shoes to go anywhere. Felt like trying to camp in a city, not somewhere I would feel comfortable sleeping.
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent
Just returned from Bare Camp, - what a wonderful escape! The place is quiet, peaceful, and has a beautifully archaic charm. Perfect spot to unwind and reconnect with nature. Definitely recommend it for anyone and planning to come back again!
Recommends
· June 2025
Harding pl
Tent · Group trip
This camping trip was an amazing experience, the site was great and all but the cherry on top were the friends we made their. They were so nice they gave us all alcohol, fire wood, and even offered to take us to the cemetery at night, 10/10 recommendation and yk they jack harding pl around there
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent
this campsite felt like a hidden oasis in their backyard! there was enough privacy where we felt like we were alone and the sound of the stream at night put us right to sleep.
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent
Nice spacious grounds. The stream in the back is also calming.
Recommends
· April 2025
Great!
Tent
It was a pretty cute little spot, the creek was probably the best part, we loved sitting beside it. The little shelter made the rain even better, we stayed inside the tent and listened to the rain while My husband played guitar
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · Group trip
Really nice spot right next to a little creek. Great fire pit and sufficient space. Would highly recommend and would love to come back
Not recommend
· October 2024
Tent · With kids
Overall it was a good experience despite our weather. The host was helpful with suggestions on local information for needs. The camp site itself was well kept, well designed and cool. My only complaint is the area adjacent to the campsite that held junk vehicles, boats, and items. It was a visual eye sore that took away from the overall feel.
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · Group trip
Lovely hidden Jem
Land Stewards are doing an amazing job at regenerating and creating gathering space
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
Maybe reconsider
Tent · Group trip
The photos are accurate, but there's no lake on the property, it's someones back yard. It's not a farm, or very in-nature, there is visible scrap metal to the left and right of the site. It was a nice experience, but I felt a little mislead from the photos.
I also could not get a response from the site owner via messages.
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · With kids
Great place. Super clean and organized
Wasn’t expecting to have such quite and private camping near the city
Not recommend
· June 2024
Tent · With pets
Bathroom and shower facilities were capsized and overgrown with weeds. The site overall was overgrown and lacked the amenities listed.
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent
Very beautiful place to stay with the sound of stream and campfire.
Mixed feelings
· April 2024
Muddy camping but otherwise doable
Tent · Group trip
It was difficult finding a trail to the site especially when it's darker. No signs. Once we did find the site it's nothing like the pictures indicated. I suppose we're the first to camp for the year. A lot has changed since people came here last. The area is sunken, muddy, run down, weather worn and trees fell over a lot of structures you'd see on the pictures. The fire pit was good but no picnic table and there's a little brook nearby. Which was nice. We were able to make the best w what we had. Tent platform had a tree collapsed on it and there was abandoned yacht as well. Overall not how we envisioned but we made due w what we had for the price. We put out tents together until a scaffold platform cuz it was the most even part aside from all the mud. I do think if there was some updates on the site area and how it would look like before deciding to book be helpful. The area is very backyard camping and neighbors properties are not clean but otherwise as long as you do the best u can it can work but until the place gets fully renovated again. I'd thread carefully.
Not recommend
· November 2023
Tent
I rented the space and when I got there, someone also was already there.
Recommends
· September 2021
Simple and convenient!
Perfect for what we were looking for! Close to NYC, extremely close to Harriman State Park (the reason for our visit), and plenty of space to set up camp. Highlight of the site is the firepit/seating area, which is quite good.
Chester was thoughtful and communicative as a host, staying responsive and available for questions. Check-in/out was very easy.
Recommend bug spray because of a small creek running behind the site!
Recommends
· July 2021
Group trip
Bare Camping was a great little campsite. Plenty of space and a lovely fire pit. The bathroom and outdoor shower were also nice to have. We didn't bother turning on the propane water heater for the shower, though it is an option.
The campsite isn't particularly private. Once you are there, you can still hear lots of activity around as it's very near other houses.
Recommends
· June 2021
Cute !
Cute location great little fire pit and the platform made setting up the tent easy
Recommends
· May 2021
Great spot super close to the city! Chester was very helpful and responded to all of our questions!
Recommends
· April 2021
Perfect and easy!
Group trip
Perfect and easy!
Recommends
· April 2021
Great camping experience
We loved our stay! It was a perfect little set up, with the fire pit, picnic table, and areas for tents. Although it is in someone’s backyard like the other reviews say, it is far enough back and secluded so it doesn’t feel awkward at all. It was also close to all the things to do in the area, especially Harriman State Park. We would definitely come back!
Recommends
· November 2020
Unexpected but delightful
Chester was thorough with directions, and straightforward as to what the site offered. Water for the shower was turned off due to weather, but it wasn't a deal breaker. I'd imagine it is nice with the shower during the summer, and in cold months would be great to have hot water incase. The site was not at all what we expected, and at first we were a little confused as it was nestled in between homes, yards with retired boats and cars, and a surprising amount of garbage along with main road. HOWEVER, Chester's property was kept very clean. The firepit was perfect, as was the seating. The camping platforms were sturdy, well maintained and kept us dry which was great. The oversized picnic table was comical for just the two of us, but great for a big gathering I'd say. Also, there is a little creek on the back end of the property that provided some lovely water sounds at night, and a nice little walk during the day. There are public trails across the street for a walk, and the town is close by. 15 minutes to our Bear Mountain hike the next morning, and we were grateful for that. Overall I definitely recommend, as long as camping in a backyard is what you are looking for!
Recommends
· November 2020
Great Stay!
Mixed feelings
· September 2020
BEAR COUNTRY
First 10 min in saw a 200 lbs black bear. It was an awesome site to see but if you would not be comfortable with that I would not go here. The bear did I like the huge fire pit! TONS of wild life. Raccoons walking right passed us and blue jays. One person did say lots of broken glass and barking dogs from the neighbors which is very present. But I loved being able to see a bear so close and the size of the site. Shower did not get warm though. Gas was out.
Recommends
· September 2020
Group trip
Fantastic place!!!!
Recommends
· September 2020
It was a nice set up with two tent platforms, a fire pit & a picnic table. Plenty of space & privacy.
Location
Stony Point, Rockland, New York, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Chester R.
Joined in May 2018Response rate: 60%Response time: Within 13 hours