I just came back from camping at Oakland Valley Campgrounds. I thought that the camp grounds were…read morereally great. You felt like you were really camping in the woods. The bathrooms, for camping, I thought were overall pretty clean. A lot of activities and stores weren't too far of a drive from the campground. Which made it easy to just pick up and go for any last minute activity. Drawbacks: Camp store was closed often. But ocassionally you would see a worker/owners in the store so you were able to go in there and get what you needed. The lights weren't on in the store, so you didn't really feel that welcomed to be in there. You just kinda wanted to get in and get out. When we arrived there, the store was closed. We were lucky to run into the owner, so he checked us in. Otherwise you had to go around the back and knock on someone's house door. That would've been just a little awkward :0)

The roads are in terrible shape, enough to tear up a rig. Everything looks very rundown and in…read moreneed of repair. But most important to us: We work from home and are only able to take extended trips by working wherever we are. It is VITAL that we have reliable internet to do this, however, so we always call ahead about the wifi. Before we rented, we called, asked about the wifi situation and were assured we would have a spot with a strong signal. My husband owns a software development company that customizes systems for businesses, and we have to be available to our staff of developers and programmers mornings and evenings. The internet did not work... at all. When we attempted to contact the owner/manager(?) by phone, there was no answer. Our voicemail messages went unreturned. Our email was also ignored. We finally got a return text but the owner said we should try getting on the wifi outside (in the cold). She then suggested we should enlist the help of a neighbor to connect (Again, we own a tech company. Not knowing how was never the issue.). She was very rude, dismissive and then devolved from the person we had just seen walking everywhere claiming they couldn't help us, because they can't walk, were tired, in pain and "about to be sick". We discovered that there was an up charge for "premium wifi"... So, if that is indeed the case, we just needed someone to take our credit card number by phone to give us the premium access to the internet. We suspect "premium internet" is a myth, since as soon as we requested it, the owner stopped replying to our messages. The final message we received was an ALL CAPS claim of being practically at death's door. If that's the case, someone else should be onsite to handle issues. We will be requiring our rental fee back. Avoid this place. It's pretty much falling apart, and the personnel here appear to have zero interest in taking care of guests' needs.

My family and I love it here, and this is easily one of our favorite vacations every year. From the…read moremoment we arrived, we felt welcome and relaxed. The campground is spotless, which is something we really appreciate. The sites are well cared for, the facilities are clean, and you can tell the owners take pride in keeping everything looking great. We spent our mornings fishing, afternoons at the pool, and evenings roasting marshmallows or sitting by a warm fire. The arcade was a huge hit, especially when we wanted a break from the heat, and the snack shack was perfect for grabbing a quick bite without having to leave the campground. There was always something to do, but it never felt crowded or chaotic. What stood out most was how comfortable and enjoyable the entire experience was. It felt safe, family-friendly, and truly relaxing. We made some great memories here and were already talking about our next trip before we even packed up to leave. Highly recommended!

We had an amazing stay at this campground and can't wait to come back! The campground is extremely…read moreclean and well-maintained, and the entire property is comfortable and family-friendly. There was no shortage of things to do. The fishing was great, the swimming pools were clean and refreshing, and the arcade kept everyone entertained when we needed a break from the sun. The snack shack was convenient and had plenty of tasty options throughout the day. One of our favorite parts was cruising around in the golf carts and exploring the campground. Everything was easy to access, and the staff did a fantastic job keeping the grounds looking beautiful. If you're looking for a campground that offers fun activities, excellent amenities, cleanliness, and a relaxing atmosphere, this is the place. Highly recommend it to families and anyone looking for a great camping getaway!

We stayed at site #85 after the recommendation by the owner and it was PERFECT. The facilities had…read morehot water and were always stocked. Everyone was kind and so helpful - Firewood was delivered right to our site while we went fishing nearby. I've never seen a camp store stocked with all the essentials and things you're bound to forget will definitely be back in the summer.

This was our first tent camping experience and thanks to Kat and everyone at Korn's it was amazing…read more They hosted our troop and all the girls had a great time. The team was so generous and helpful. The grounds are clean, there is a game room, pool, indoor showers and toilets and a little store. A friend got their camper stuck in a tight spot and the staff went above and beyond to help us get him out with minimal damage to his camper. There is a beautiful stream and hiking. There is electricity and water at each camp site. Will definitely be back. Heads up most carriers have little to no cell service so get the true one with nature experience

-Electric on site (BRING A WATERPROOF Electric chord)…read more -Bathrooms & Showers on site -Helpful and Informative, when booking/questions on the phone (Like suuuper! I wish I knew the girl I called twice! She even made it so we had a lot of room!) -Bonfire (downside, is you cannot bring your own wood-- so a bundle of wood you're looking at dropping $30+ for the night, but it was worth it!) -checking in late was fine! Will definitely go again! Close to the NY ren faire & the drive inn

Great place to camp for the weekend! If you're looking for a local little getaway then I would…read morerecommend this campground. The campground is a decent size and very pretty. The owners are nice and accommodating. I called to make a reservation and was able to do so. It was $35.00 a night. The price includes your campsite, fire pit, access to kayaks, showers, and bathroom. To be clear, we picked a site where you can set up a tent and not an RV. But RV sites are also available. Check in was a breeze and was brought to our site once we checked in. Wood is sold on the site. Its a dollar per log. We did see a bear by the garbage and immediately called the owners to let them know. They did come and close the garbage bins and made a lot of noise to lure the bear away. Make sure after you eat you put all food and drinks in your car and leave nothing out once you head to bed. This will attract bears if you leave stuff out over night.

I'm in love with this campground. The staff here is beyond awesome! In particular, John, was so…read morehelpful all weekend and reassuring when our son got a tick bite. The bathrooms where always clean. I'm just hoping they finish the bridge soon to the showers. We can't wait for our next trip here next month!

Now Benchmark Hideaway Campground. we Just moved here from another campground, I have to say it…read morehas been nothing but wonderful. The new owner and staff have been accommodating and wonderful. The grounds are beautiful. I have watched chipmunks play and watched the deer walk around. The stream is peaceful. The sites are beautiful and I am so happy that I moved to such a peaceful place with my camping family. I love my site with the woods right behind me. There are places for my kids to explore. I couldn't be happier and I cannot wait for the beginning of the 2019 season to start.

This was our first try at camping (after many many years back w/ girl scouts in very spartan…read moreconditions). The campground was OK. It's all in a wooded area, has a nice pool, rather clean bathrooms and showers. The playground was barely holding together, but the little one didn't notice! It was quiet and managers were nice (maybe a bit too nice as they were driving across the playground 50 times/day and constantly greeting everyone). They let us checkin at 10am and leave past checkout. Although it wasn't anything special, everything went remarkably smoothly and we enjoyed the experience.

Brought my new square drop trailer here for an overnight to iron the wrinkles out of the new type…read moreof camping. Being mid-week, this place was quiet!!! The sites, being first-come, first-served, we open enough and many offered just the right amount of privacy. I can see where a busy weekend might alter people's views of this, but mid week July? Perfect. The restrooms / showers were clean. The sites were also very clean. I believe the staff comes by everyday and cleans the fire pits from the sites that are empty. A great local gem. And yes, o wil be back.

Favorite park in the county. Very peaceful. Very clean. Been coming here for over 25 years.read more

This place is so beautiful! Came out for an afternoon to dip my toes in the water. Lots of space…read morefor picnics or sun bathing if you're not there to swim. Close to Bethel and Hectors historic Inn from the Woodstock era

Yes every year is great fun for my whole family the employees are awesome place is very clean and…read moregood for the whole family

A few friends and I tried to go rafting at a spot up the road, but their wait time was ridiculous…read more So we took a little walk down to Indian Head Canoes, and were on the river within an hour. Prices are about the same for all the rafting spots in the area, so there really wasn't much difference. They had two options for rafting trips, long and short. It was already a bit past noon, so we ended up taking the short trip. It's the same river as all the other rafting spots in the area so it really isn't any different. But it was plenty of fun without the wait.

Such a cool place to raft close to NYC! We spent 5 hours down the river on a raft. There were 5 of…read moreus on the raft with 2 coolers. We went on a great day because it was not crowded. According to the radar and weather it was supposed to rain but it only drizzled which was doable. We parked at Matamoras so we ended there. The bus took us to our starting point. It was the perfect amount of time for us. We had a great time as we listened to music, chatted and had snacks and lunch. Next time, we want to go white water rafting somewhere! It was $280 for 5 people totally to $56 a person which was steep but we had a great time.

We camped here for three nights just before the Labor Day weekend. We camped with our two…read moregranddaughters, ages 10 and 8. We absolutely loved this park! The campground is on three levels, with nice large lots with a fire ring and picnic table. Wifi and cable is included. The wifi connection was pretty fast, especially for a campground. The bathrooms and individual private showers are nice and clean. I did use the laundry, which was very nice, but very pricey! $2.50 to wash and $2.00 to dry. But this is New York, so I wasn't all that surprised. The Pavilion on the upper level was staffed for most of each day, and there were all kinds of activities which the kids adored. At the time we were there, our girls were the only kids in the park, and they got lots of personal attention. They made several crafts, played putt putt golf, and went on a nature hike. Even though it was pretty cool they swam in the heated pool both days (it's kept at about 82 degrees). The playground is very nice for younger kids. We were sorry that we were leaving before the holiday weekend, because there were lots of things going on for families. The staff was also helpful to us, providing us with written directions to nearby grocery stores and pharmacies, as well as directions on how to take the train into the city, which we were also able to do. The price was higher than we usually pay to camp, but the location and amenities made it worth the extra cost. We are already talking about coming back next year! Another thing that was nice about this park was that they gave me the name of a pet sitter who comes to the park, so that we could have care for our dog while we went to the city. I have never seen this at any other campground, and I really appreciated it.

Very deceiving when you pull up under it's new name, Serenity Ridge Mountain Club. There is nothing…read morewrong with expanding into luxury cabins, but the campground should not raise campsite prices while simultaneously reducing amenities and leaving the camping area itself unimproved and overlooked. As it stands, the value for RV campers is simply not there. The entrance has been beautifully done, but once you enter as a campsite guest, that changes. We stayed at this campground years ago when sites were around $70 per night. At that time, the campground was basic but acceptable, especially since campers had access to the pool which helped justify the price. We just returned and found the property significantly changed, with much of it converted into luxury cabins while the lower loop of campsites remains completely untouched. The check-in experience was positive; the staff member was very friendly and welcoming. That said, the current pricing for campsites is hard to justify based on what is actually provided. Campers no longer have access to the pool, only cabin guests do, which is entirely disappointing. There is no reason why the pool could not be offered to all paying guests. There are no meaningful upgrades to the campsite infrastructure itself. In fact, the sites are increasingly worn down rather than improved. For the price being charged, I would expect at minimum some investment in basic site upkeep--such as replacing warped wooden picnic tables and upgrading old, rusted fire rings. Instead, the campsites are largely unchanged from years ago, while rates have increased. With what they've invested, the campsites need to reflect that as well. But it fell entirely short.