Top 3 RV Campgrounds in Both New Jersey and New York

Whether you are lucky enough to own your own RV or camper, or you rent one for a couple of weeks, there has never been a better way to vacation and explore the U.S.

First, Camper and RV Basics

New to the RV / camper lifestyle? We’ve got you covered. Here are some basics and if you’re already an expert, jump to the next section for top RV campgrounds.

Campers

Whether you are buying a trailer that pulls behind your truck/minivan and cranks up and pops out, or a truck camper that slides onto your truck’s flatbed, both versions are a step up from a tent and have basic amenities like a small kitchen, sleeping area, seating area and a place to eat. 

Fifth-wheel trailers are towed behind a large pickup truck and require a special trailer hitch. The front extends into the truck bed. Some of these are as large as a small RV and range in size from 20 feet to over 40 feet in length, and many have pop-outs that extend from the sides to give you more room.

The advantage of pull-behind and fifth wheel is once you are set up, you still have a separate vehicle if you want to tour around. The disadvantage is they can be a pain to set up and take down, and parking, driving, turning, braking and backing into a spot takes some skill.

So, make sure you find an empty parking lot and practice before you head out on the road, especially if you’ve never tried to back a trailer into a driveway before.

Recreational Vehicles (RVs)

Unlike campers, RVs have their own motor, and you drive it like a (big) vehicle. RVs come in a variety of sizes, from smaller campervans (think a VW minibus) to full-sized, luxury RVs that have more space than most condos and keep many a rock star happy on a tour. Amenities depend on the size or class of the RV.

Class A RVs have all the bells, whistles and amenities of home, such as full-sized bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, air and heat, and are built with similar construction to an 18-wheeler.

Class B RVs are more like camper vans, and some have slide-outs to give more living space.

Class C RVs look like a fifth wheel, except the engine and RV are one unit.

Top 3 RV Parks in Both New Jersey and New York

So now you know some basics, where are you going? Here are some of the top RV parks in New Jersey and New York.

Top 3 RV Parks in New Jersey

Here are the top three RV parks in New Jersey, in alphabetical order:

Baker’s Acres Campground

230 Willets Ave.
Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ  8087
(609) 296-2664

Close to the Jersey Shore, Baker’s Acres Campground has full hookups, a swimming pool, onsite laundry, hot showers, a fully-stocked convenience store, Wi-Fi, a playground, a ball diamond and it’s pet friendly. It has both back in and pull-through sites.

Details:

Full Hookups: Yes

Back-In/Pull-Through Sites: Both

Showers: Yes

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cell Reception: Yes

Indian Rock RV Park and Campground

920 W. Veterans Hwy
Jackson, NJ  8527
(732) 928-0034

Not only is Jersey home to Atlantic City, Springsteen, Asbury Park, the original Carlo’s Bakery, Princeton and 130 miles of Atlantic Ocean coastline, but it is also home to Six Flags Amusement Park.

If you’re planning a thrill-seeking family vacation, Jackson, New Jersey, is your destination and Indian Rock RV Park and Campground gives you the comforts of home and proximity to the theme park. It has a convenience store, kid’s activities, a pool, a playground and fire pits.

Details:

Full Hookups: Yes

30/50 Amp: 30 and 50

Back-In/Pull-Through Sites: Back-In

Pool/Hot tub: Pool

Showers: Yes

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cell Reception: Yes

Wi-Fi: Yes

Sun Retreats Long Beach

30 NJ-72
Barnegat, NJ  08005
(609) 698-5684

If you’re planning a stay in North Jersey, check out Sun Retreats Long Beach, located 30 miles from Atlantic City. It has fire pits, laundry and showers, an onsite store, onsite storage and a mini golf course. It also has gated access and a playground.

Details:

Full Hookups: Yes

30/50 Amp: 30 and 50

Back-In/Pull-Through Sites: Both

Pool/Hot tub: Pool

Showers: Yes

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cell Reception: Yes

Wi-Fi: Yes

Top 3 RV Parks in New York

With its combination of metropolitan and natural areas, New York has something for everyone. Here are the top three RV parks in New York, in alphabetical order.

Brennan Beach RV Resort

80 Brennan Beach
Pulaski, New York 13142
(888) 891-5979

Located in the northern part of New York State, backing onto the eastern shore of Lake Ontario, Brennan Beach RV Resort is a gateway to fishing, nature and hiking trails, the Salmon River and a couple of state parks. The resort has onsite laundry facilities, mini golf, tennis courts and a playground.

Details:

Full Hookups: Yes

30/50 Amp: Both

Back-in/Pull-through Sites: Both

Pool/Hot tub: Pool

Showers: Yes

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cell Reception: Yes

Wi-Fi: Yes

Camp Bell Campground

8700 Route 415
Campbell, NY 14821
(607) 527-3301

The Finger Lakes area of in southwestern New York State is home to breathtaking scenery and thriving wineries. The Camp Bell Campground is not only central to the winery region but is also close to the Corning Museum of Glass. With onsite laundry, a convenience store, a playground and a library, the campground offers you a home base to explore the Finger Lakes region.

Details:

Full Hookups: Water and Electric only

30/50 Amp: 30 Amp max.

Back-in/Pull-through Sites: Both

Pool/Hot tub: Pool (heated)

Showers: Yes

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cell Reception: Yes

Wi-Fi: Yes

Lake George RV Park
74 State Route 149
Lake George, NY 12845
(518) 792-3775

In eastern New York State, you can visit Lake George and the Adirondack Mountain range. The town of Lake George is the site of Fort William Henry, a restored British fort, and there is a trolley that you can take from the Lake George RV Park into the town of Lake George.

The Lake George RV Park has an on-site waterpark, bicycle trails, pickleball courts, onsite live entertainment, a private fishing pond, hiking trails, an off-leash dog park, on-site laundry, a convenience store and a fitness center.

Details:

Full Hookups: Yes

30/50 Amp: Both

Back-in/Pull-through Sites: Both

Pool/Hot tub: Pool (heated)

Showers: Yes

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cell Reception: Yes

Wi-Fi: Yes

Storing Your RV

When the traveling fun is over, what to do with your RV? RV Storage can be a challenge. If you have a double driveway or a larger backyard, you can usually store your camper at home in the off-season (unless there are regulations against it in your neighborhood). And if you live in New York City, RV parking is not going to be easy.

RVs take a large footprint and have the same issues with the weather as cars do. Heat, wind, rain, snow and hail are no friends of your camper, and can damage the tires, vinyl and metal, even if you tuck it under a tarp.

And if you’re short on space, you can rent a self-storage spot in the off-season. The most common type of storage for an RV in a storage facility is going to be a regular parking spot, but there are other options and amenities that can be offered, as outlined in our RV Storage Guide.

In some cases, parking areas may be covered, offering protection from much of the rain, snow, and sun. The least common (and most expensive) is an enclosed, individual storage unit, which may include climate control (like our Haledon, NJ location) and electrical outlets.

Our storage guide also helps you understand how large of storage space you need based on your RV:

Class A - Largest RVs; can be longer than 40 feet

Class B - Smallest RVs; typically under 25 feet but still larger than a typical SUV

Class C - Mid-size RVs; ranging between 20 and 30 feet

Usually, an RV isn’t going to be taller than 13.5 feet, though it may be difficult to find indoor storage tall enough to accommodate this height.

Storage facilities may have more security features than your driveway, and can be an affordable option that doesn’t take a parking space away or wreck your grass.

If you want to play tourist in your own backyard, both New Jersey and New York offer many affordable options to camp and explore. And when you’re done with your adventures, check out Storage Post locations in New York and New Jersey for options in storing your RV, camper or trailer.