Best camping near Jersey City

16 campgrounds · 16 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Jersey City, New Jersey — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 16 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Camp Hudson
#1 Camp Hudson Good
8.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Camp Hudson is a popular camping area in the New Jersey section of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Located in Warren County, New Jersey, the campground provides…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 377 things to do within 15 mi
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Tamarack Campground
#2 Tamarack Campground Good
12.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Tamarack Campground is a picturesque camping area in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York. The stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests make…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 307 things to do within 15 mi
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Wiley Post A
#3 Wiley Post A Good
12.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The Wiley Post A camping area is located in the Adirondack Park in upstate New York. This park is the largest protected natural area in the contiguous United States and offers…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 309 things to do within 15 mi
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Goldenrod Campground
#4 Goldenrod Campground Good
13.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 308 things to do within 15 mi
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Wiley Post B
#5 Wiley Post B Good
13.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The Wiley Post B camping area is located in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. The campground is situated at an elevation of 2,700 feet and offers stunning views of the…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 308 things to do within 15 mi
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Goldenrod
#6 Goldenrod Good
13.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The Goldenrod camping area is located in Allegany State Park in western New York. The campground is situated in a beautiful, wooded area, with many opportunities for outdoor…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 307 things to do within 15 mi
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Fort Wadsworth - Gateway National Rec Area
#7 Fort Wadsworth - Gateway National Rec Area Fair
8.2 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Coastal flood advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
New users please read 7mi E of Staten Island TYPE:NP SITES:7 CAMPGROUND PH: 718.354.4655 EL(ft): AMENITIES:(see box below map) NH FT RS ND SH DW LAT,LON:40.605,-74.059 ACCEPTS RES…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 383 things to do within 15 mi
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Ecology Village Campground
#8 Ecology Village Campground Good
13.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Located in the heart of New York's Catskill Mountains, the Ecology Village Campground camping area offers a unique and breathtaking experience for nature lovers and outdoor…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 294 things to do within 15 mi
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Floyd Bennett Field - Gateway National Rec Area
#9 Floyd Bennett Field - Gateway National Rec Area Good
13.5 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
New users please read 8mi SE of Brooklyn TYPE:NP SITES:38 CAMPGROUND PH: 718.354.4655 EL(ft): AMENITIES:(see box below map) NH FT RS ND SH DW LAT,LON:40.582,-73.889 ACCEPTS RES…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 290 things to do within 15 mi
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Endicott
#10 Endicott Good
19.2 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 131 things to do within 15 mi
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Beach Plum
#11 Beach Plum Good
19.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Located in the state of New Jersey, Beach Plum camping area offers a serene camping experience for nature enthusiasts. The campground boasts several amenities, including picnic…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 132 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Ajax
#12 Camp Ajax Good
19.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Camp Ajax is a first-come-first-serve camping area located in New Jersey. It offers stunning views of the Delaware River and is surrounded by beautiful forests. The area offers…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 132 things to do within 15 mi
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Dune Grass
#13 Dune Grass Good
19.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Dune Grass camping area, located in New Jersey, offers a serene getaway for campers seeking a peaceful outdoor experience. Nestled along the picturesque coastline, this campground…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 132 things to do within 15 mi
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Sandy Hook - Gateway National Rec Area
#14 Sandy Hook - Gateway National Rec Area Good
19.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Sandy Hook - Gateway National Recreation Area is a popular camping destination located in the state of New Jersey. Situated on a scenic peninsula, this campground offers a variety…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 127 things to do within 15 mi
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Cannonball
#15 Cannonball Good
19.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Cannonball Campground in New Jersey offers stunning views of Round Valley Reservoir, as well as nearby hiking trails, fishing, and kayaking. The campground has 48 campsites, with…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 132 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Jersey City

The Jersey City area has 16 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Jersey City

How are these campgrounds ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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