Summer is the perfect time for breaking your tent, RV, or camper out of storage and hitting the open road!
S’mores, fishing, hiking, and being one with nature are just a few of the activities calling your name this camping season.
Upstate New York offers a variety of camping opportunities. Some of the best campgrounds in New York are just a few hours away from New York City but offer a variety of experiences to fit your needs.
With over 8,500 campsites in New York state parks alone, how do you narrow down what campground will best fit your needs?
First, evaluate what you want out of a camping trip.
How do you like to camp?
Maybe you are a rustic tent camper traveling with the bare minimum. Do you prefer to air on the side of “glamping” and rent a cabin? Are you traveling often with your big family and prefer to stay in your RV?
Some campgrounds provide sites for tenting and very little else. Others, such as RV campgrounds, accommodate everything from RVs to tents, pop-up campers, and cabin rentals. A few like the Adirondack Safari in Warrensburg even have yurts available to rent.
What kinds of activities do you want to do while camping?
Common camping experiences aren’t limited to campfire songs and hiking. Many campgrounds offer the chance to explore local spots in nature through tubing, fishing, canoeing, biking, or even just enjoying a nearby beach.
What do you want to see? 
In upstate New York, you can see everything from Niagara Falls to lakes or hills. A variety of landscapes are available in all seasons for you to explore. Wildlife, rushing rivers, and clear, starry skies are just a few options of scenery you could explore at some of the best campgrounds in upstate New York.
What kind of accessibility do you need?
If you are camping with someone who requires a different level of accessibility, make sure your prospective campground has those accommodations such as paved paths.
You can hardly go wrong with any of the campsites in upstate New York if you know what you want to get out of your camping experience.
Before traveling, be sure to explore the campground’s website for availability of campsites and activities in the area. Book your site well in advance to ensure a smooth experience.
Store Your Camping Gear at Safeguard Self Storage
At the end of your trip, be sure to check out a nearby Safeguard Self Storage location to keep your camping equipment safe and out of your way until your next trip.
We have 28 convenient locations across New York, any of which could be close to your favorite destination. Our helpful space estimator tool can help you determine what size unit you’ll need to store your tents, camping chairs, and backpacks until you hit the road again. Rent or reserve today!