Row Boat at Beaverkill Campground
Campgrounds and Day Use Area

Beaverkill Campground and Day Use Area

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2024 Camping Season

Campsites at Beaverkill Campground have been renumbered.

 

Firewood Restriction Map (PDF) shows the 50-mile radius from which untreated firewood may be moved to this campground. Help prevent the spread of invasive pests and diseases by following New York's firewood regulation.

Beaverkill Campground is located on the famous Beaverkill trout fishing stream, which flows through the entire developed length of the site, roughly east to west. A historic covered bridge, originally constructed in 1865, spans the stream on the town road.

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Amenities

45 tent and trailer sites, picnic area with tables and grills, flush toilets, hot showers, pay phone, trailer dump station, recycling center, 140 year old covered bridge.

Family Sites

Family sites are larger than typical campsites and can usually accommodate up to 12 people, four vehicles, four tents or two hard-wheeled equipment, or one hard-wheeled equipment and two tents. Maximum equipment size and site-specific limitations are listed with the site details. Sites also have up to two picnic tables and two fireplaces/fire rings. 

Campsite Restoration Project

This campground has sites that have been selected for restoration. While undergoing restoration the chosen sites will be closed. For the list of sites and more information on the project visit the Campsite Restoration Project page.

Featured Activities

Brown trout (stocked and wild) and brook trout (wild). Fishing licenses are no longer being sold at any of our campground facilities, but can be conveniently purchased on-line or by phone.

Within a few miles drive north of the campground the 27,000+ acre Delaware Wild Forest offers over 33 miles of hiking trails with a wide range of opportunities.

Swimming at DEC campgrounds is unsupervised by lifeguards. DEC advises those wishing to swim to access the water from the designated beach area(s) only. Beaches are maintained and patrolled by campground staff. Swimming is prohibited from one-half hour before sunset to one-half hour after sunrise.

Family at beaverkill campground

Directions

From NYC: NY 17 west to Exit 94, turn left off ramp to NY 206 West, 3 miles on NY 206 West turn right onto Beaverkill Road, 4 miles on Beaverkill Road to Y intersection, turn right on to Berrybrook Road Spur, 1 mile to campground entrance on right.

From Western NY: NY 17 east to Exit 94, turn left off ramp, 1/10 mile take left turn at traffic light on to NY 206 West. Refer to directions above from this point.

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Planning and Management

The Beaverkill Final Unit Management Plan (UMP) (PDF) for the campground, guides the DEC's land management at this facility for a ten-year period, although a number of goals and objectives in the plan focus on a much longer time period. The UMP addresses specific objectives and actions for public use at this facility.

For more information regarding the UMP for this facility, please contact the Bureau of Recreation, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation by email: [email protected] or by calling (518) 457-2500.

 

Rules, Regulations and Outdoor Safety

DEC campground rules and regulations
Clean your boat and equipment
Don't move firewood
Hiking safety tips
Beaverkill Bridge

Additional Information

Area Attractions

The Catskill Fish Hatchery is about 15 miles distant. DeBruce Environmental Education Camp, shopping centers, restaurants, theaters, and lounges are within 15 miles at Liberty, Livingston Manor, and vicinity. There are a number of golf courses and horseback riding facilities. Antique shops are scattered throughout the vicinity and an amusement park is located at Holiday Mountain. Monticello Raceway is within easy driving distance. Historic attractions include the D&H Canal Locks; Fort Delaware; Minisink Battleground Memorial Park; Stone Arch Bridge Historic Park; and the Sullivan County Historical Museum, Art, and Cultural Center. The area contains five covered bridges and the historic Roebling Suspension Bridge spans the Delaware at Minisink Ford. The Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River, administered by the National Park Service, borders Sullivan County on the southwest. The Park Service Visitors Center is located at Narrowsburg.

Historic Interest

Beaverkill Campground is located on the Beaverkill trout fishing stream, which flows through the entire developed length of the site. An historic covered bridge, constructed in 1865, spans the stream on the town road. There is a deep pool in the stream adjacent to and underneath this covered bridge, creating a unique and picturesque setting. The development area lies along the stream, with camping sites on the north side and picnicking area on the south side. Beaverkill stream is the attraction for most campers. Most seem to enjoy and prefer the atmosphere created by the location of the campsites along the stream within sight and sound of the water.

Junior Naturalist Program

Our campgrounds become an outdoor classroom for young children (5-13) and their families. Enjoy games and activities to earn a beautiful embroidered patch.

Important Links

Catskills Region Official Tourism Site
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