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This scenic campground, formed along the park's natural rock ridges, provides alcoves of privacy and tranquility for campers. Each of the 80 campsites has a picnic table and fire ring. Additionally there is an area for RV camping. Although there are no hookups available or dump station, restroom and shower facilities are centrally located to all RV and tent sites. Individuals, as well as larger camping groups, are welcome. The campground's nature center houses environmental displays and a variety of touch boxes. On weekends, park staff organizes hikes and craft activities. Movies are shown on Saturday evenings for the enjoyment of all campers.
From the Taconic State Parkway: Exit at Putnam County Route 301 West. Proceed approximately .25 mile. Park areas are located on both sides of the roadway. From NYS Route 9: Take Putnam County Route 301 East. Proceed for approximately 5 miles. Park areas are located on both sides of the roadway. From Metro-North: Commuter train to Cold Spring Station. Please arrange for taxi service prior to arrival. The park is located approximately 8 miles from the train station, and the cost for taxi service is approximately $20.00.
I've been coming to this park for several years now and is still my favorite of the state parks I've camped at. Most of the sites are secluded enough and are spread apart nicely. I chose site 78, one I've stayed at before. The young woman who checked me in was very nice and welcoming. I like the recent changes to the registration booth.
There was a recent change to Canopus Lake that blocked off access to the peninsula, due to rehabilitation. They also removed the picnic bench from this area. I believe this was in response to overcrowding due to covid lock downs; more people were swimming in non designated areas. While I miss walking out on the peninsula, I understand the decision to close it.
Great NY state park about an hour away from Bergen County NJ. Only $9 to park, no per person charge. Water is warm, clean. And the facilities are great. Boat rental area (see photos) and food services (see photos).
Pros: You can barbecue off the sand area. And there are clean restroom/shower areas.
Cons: rocks on the beach, quite rocky be careful with your feet (see photos)
All in all it’s a keeper. Not our first time going there.
The Canopus Lake beach is a nice place to be on summer specially when the temperatures are 90 F! Water is cold but it feels good!
It has a beach too.
It’s really nice having such a pretty lake close by. The water was nice and it wasn’t overly crowded. There are bathrooms close and plenty of parking. Highly recommended.
Beautiful place to hike any time of the year...but during the mountain laurel bloom...absolutely magical. Trails are very well marked too. I accessed from Dennytown Rd (Catfish Trail)
