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Taconic/Copake Falls Area
Overview
The Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area offers a quintessential Northeast outdoor experience nestled along the base of the Taconic Range. This state park provides a rustic retreat for travelers looking to disconnect from city life and immerse themselves in the lush forests of the Hudson Valley. While primarily known for its extensive trail system and historical significance, it serves as a serene base for RVers who prefer a natural setting over a high-density commercial resort environment.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in the easternmost part of Columbia County, the park sits directly on the border of New York and Massachusetts. The surrounding landscape is defined by rolling hills and dense hardwoods, creating a stunning backdrop during the autumn foliage season. Its proximity to the Berkshire Mountains makes it a prime location for those exploring the tri-state area. The quiet village of Copake Falls provides a peaceful, low-traffic environment that feels worlds away from the busy metropolitan corridors.
Amenities & Park Features
The Copake Falls Area features designated camping loops that accommodate smaller RVs and trailers. While the park maintains a traditional feel, it provides essential comforts such as modern restrooms and hot showers scattered throughout the camping loops. Travelers have access to a central dumping station and fresh water fill-up points. For recreation within the grounds, visitors can enjoy the designated swimming area at Ore Pit Pond, which features a diving board and lifeguards during the summer months.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will find no shortage of activities, starting with the hike to Bash Bish Falls, Massachusetts' highest single-drop waterfall, which is accessible via a scenic trail starting within the park. The Harlem Valley Rail Trail begins right at the park entrance, offering miles of paved pathway for cycling and walking through the countryside. History buffs should visit the remains of the Copake Iron Works to learn about the region's industrial past, while local farms nearby offer fresh seasonal produce.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is ideal for nature lovers and hikers who prioritize direct access to trails and scenic vistas over luxury resort amenities. It is a perfect fit for families looking for a classic camping experience and outdoor recreation like swimming and biking. Because site sizes are somewhat limited compared to modern private resorts, it is best suited for those traveling in smaller trailers, camper vans, or mid-sized motorhomes looking for a quiet, forest-canopy escape.
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- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Daphne
Came camping from Thursday-Saturday in late October. It was freezing but we still had a great time! Firewood was available at front desk, facilities were clean and kept up with. The main bathrooms with single stall bathrooms and showers were heated and very clean. The only thing is that the platform sites in loop A are really close together. If you come with a larger group and have multiple sites it'd be great but we were very close to other sites. A few hiking trials right from the campground were a plus. Copake Falls was absolutely beautiful, its roped off and you cant get close to falls anymore. Either way, the group of 6 people I came with had a great time! Will totally be back here when its warmer.
A G
Beautiful campgrounds and super clean and spacious bathrooms! Bathrooms were heated and had hot water! Very dog friendly and everyone was respectful of quiet hours! Constant rounding by rangers/park staff so felt safe! Only vice is how close you are to your neighbors but if you are camping with a group that books sites next to each other, it’s a plus!
Kendall Lynn Gazzo
The bathrooms were wonderful but DO NOT GET A CAMPSITE IN SECTION B. Section B is all rocks... literally thought it was overflow parking when we pulled up. We had campsite 37 and we were right next to the Bash Bish Falls trail and people were walking through our campsite the entire time because the only flat enough spot on rocks was right next to the trail. Nice location, bad campsite.
RADIO RM
Great, (campground) I love it, I am not a fun of NY campgrounds, too much space between trees, but the bathrooms are amazing, amd everything is working as supposed. I found a little hard to know what os your area, you just see the number, but there's nothing that tells where your site starts and end. trails: Great, and one of the special ( the rock one), the actual rock is really small, but the view is great from there, and the parh is as a tunel woth middle side trees covering the sky but allowing planty light come inside. This Trail is not marked with a color as always we see.
Daisy
This campground offers a great camping experience! The bathrooms are well-maintained, and the staff are exceptionally friendly. Additionally, it provides both tent platforms and RV sites, which is a nice feature for campers.