Goldenrod campground
Goldenrod
Nearby points of interest include the Kinzua Dam, which is just a short drive from the campground. The dam is a stunning sight, with its 168-foot-tall concrete arch and the reservoir it creates offering spectacular views. Another nearby attraction is the Allegany State Park, which features over 65,000 acres of forested hills, babbling brooks, and picturesque meadows.
The Goldenrod camping area offers many amenities to make camping comfortable, including potable water, flush toilets, and hot showers. The campground is also equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and grills, making it easy to enjoy meals and campfires.
One interesting fact about the Goldenrod camping area is that it is named after the goldenrod plant, which is a common sight in the area during the fall. The plant has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and is known for its healing properties.
The best time of year to visit the Goldenrod camping area is in the fall, when the leaves on the trees turn brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-40s to the mid-60s Fahrenheit. However, the campground is open year-round, so visitors can enjoy the beauty of the area no matter what season they choose to visit.
What's on-site at Goldenrod
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Goldenrod, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldenrod Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tamarack Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wiley Post B | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wiley Post A | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ecology Village Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Goldenrod -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Stream At Valley Stream Ny | 1 cfs | → |
| East Meadow Brook At Freeport Ny | 2 cfs | → |
| Elizabeth R At Ursino Lake At Elizabeth Nj | 8 cfs | → |
| Second River At Belleville Nj | 8 cfs | → |
| Rahway River At Rahway Nj | 14 cfs | → |
| Swimming River Near Red Bank Nj | 3 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Goldenrod -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 Mi E Of Harrison P.O. Passaic Rvr | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Little Falls Twp 0.5 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Freehold-Marlboro | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Exton | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Vanderbilt Museum | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Boonton 1 Se At Reservoir | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Floyd Bennett Field
- Lindower Park
- Brooklyn Marine Park
- Jacob Riis Park
- Carnarsie Beach Park
- Jacob Joffe Park
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Goldenrod as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Goldenrod
Can I make reservations at Goldenrod?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Goldenrod?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Goldenrod.