Lake Taghkanic State Park
Closed — Closed for the season. Camping season runs May 16 through October 25. Reservations available through Reserve America.
Wind Advisory issued December 30 at 1:11AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwestern Connecticut, western Massachusetts, eastern New York, and southern Vermont. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong westerly winds continue today, especially across the eastern Catskills, Mohawk Valley, Greater Capital District, northern Taconics, and southern Vermont. Blowing and drifting snow will occur today due to these gusty winds, where treated roadways can be re-covered in snow.
About
Lake Taghkanic State Park, nestled in the rolling hills and lush forests of Columbia County, provides a diverse camping experience with tent and trailer sites, rustic cabins, and full-service vacation cottages. The park surrounds Lake Taghkanic and offers extensive recreational opportunities including a swimming beach, boat launches with rowboat, paddleboat, and kayak rentals, and multiple hiking and biking trails. Campers enjoy access to hot showers, flush toilets, and a dump station. The campground features a camp store selling ice, firewood, snacks, and camping supplies. Raised deck platform sites accommodate larger groups, while RVs and trailers up to 20 feet are welcome. Beyond summer activities, the park offers year-round recreation including hunting in designated areas, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice skating, and ice fishing when conditions permit. Playgrounds, sports fields, and a rentable pavilion provide additional amenities for families and groups.
Directions
Large trucks, RVs and campers can enter from the Route 82 entrance. Park address: 1528 Route 82, Ancram, NY 12502.
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Location
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 | Yes |
| Price | $17 - $195 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (518) 851-3631 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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