Best camping near New York City
17 campgrounds · 17 ranked · updated 2026-07-21 · off-season
Explore the best camping near New York City, New York — 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 17 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Camp Hudson
Marginal
8.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy· Comfortable day · high 88°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 68: live conditions (marginal) · 1244 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
E⛰
#2
Endicott
Marginal
18.2 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
Endicott is a National Park Service campground located in New Jersey at Sandy Hook, a barrier peninsula in the Sandy Hook-Staten Island watershed. The facility operates on a fee…
Why 62: live conditions (marginal) · 248 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
B⛰
#3
Beach Plum
Marginal
18.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
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 62: live conditions (marginal) · 248 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
C⛰
#4
Camp Ajax
Marginal
18.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
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 62: live conditions (marginal) · 246 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#5
Dune Grass
Marginal
18.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
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 62: live conditions (marginal) · 248 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
S⛰
#6
Sandy Hook - Gateway National Rec Area
Marginal
18.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
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 62: live conditions (marginal) · 242 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
C⛰
#7
Cannonball
Marginal
18.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
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 62: live conditions (marginal) · 248 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
A⛰
#8
Ajax
Marginal
18.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
Ajax Camping Area is a popular campground located in the state of New Jersey. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campsite…
Why 62: live conditions (marginal) · 246 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
F⛰
#9
Fort Wadsworth - Gateway National Rec Area
Poor
8.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 50: live conditions (poor) · 1254 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#10
Tamarack Campground
Poor
10.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 50: live conditions (poor) · 1180 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
W⛰
#11
Wiley Post A
Poor
10.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 50: live conditions (poor) · 1185 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
G⛰
#12
Goldenrod Campground
Poor
10.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Goldenrod Campground is a National Park Service facility located on Southern Long Island in New York at sea-level elevation. The campground serves the Gateway National Recreation…
Why 50: live conditions (poor) · 1181 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#13
Wiley Post B
Poor
10.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 50: live conditions (poor) · 1181 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
G⛰
#14
Goldenrod
Poor
10.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 50: live conditions (poor) · 1180 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
E⛰
#15
Ecology Village Campground
Poor
10.8 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 50: live conditions (poor) · 1155 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
Camping near New York City
The New York City area has 17 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 New York 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.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.