Beaver Pond State Park
Closed for the season. Opens April 18, 2025 for walk-in camping only through May 1. Regular season with reservations runs May 2 through October 12, 2025.
Air Quality Alert issued May 18 at 11:35PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland. from 11 AM to 11 PM EDT Tuesday. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of Ground Level Ozone. The Air Quality Index, or AQI, was created as an easy way to correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale. The higher the AQI value, the greater the health concern. When pollution levels are elevated, the New York State Department of Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, and those with preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease. Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal physician. For additional information, please visit the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website at, https://on.ny.gov/nyaqi, or call the Air Quality Hotline at 1 800 5 3 5, 1 3 4 5.
About
Beaver Pond Campground is situated within the 46,000-acre Harriman State Park in Rockland County, directly adjacent to the Lake Welch Recreation Area. The campground features 125 campsites designed to accommodate up to two tents and six people per site, with select sites able to accommodate trailers or RVs up to 30 feet in length. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with a flip-top grill. The campground provides full-service bathrooms with showers and laundry facilities, plus a dump station for RVs. However, there are no electrical hookups available. The location offers excellent access to outdoor recreation, with Lake Welch swimming beach within walking distance and immediate access to Harriman State Park's extensive network of hiking trails, including portions of the Appalachian Trail. The campground combines wilderness experience with proximity to New York City, making it a popular destination for both weekend getaways and longer stays. Fishing and boating are available on Lake Welch with appropriate permits. Campers should note that alcohol is not permitted at Beaver Pond Campground. During periods before and after the swimming season, events at Lake Welch may feature amplified music starting as early as 7:00 AM. The campground's proximity to the metropolitan area means it can be busy, particularly on weekends during peak season.
Directions
Beaver Pond Campground is located within Harriman State Park, adjacent to Lake Welch. From New York City, take the Palisades Parkway north to Exit 15, then follow signs to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $17 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (845) 947-2792 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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