Wild Hudson Valley
Eco Camp
Eco Camp Activities
Enjoy the beauty and history of the Hudson Valley on our Forest Farm in the shadow of the Catskill Mountain Escarpment. Each weekend from spring to fall, Eco Camp programs get you closer to nature and connected to the rich history of the Hudson Valley.
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Begin your weekend with our Friday Night Fire, complete with s'mores, story telling, and stargazing!
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Join us for on-site Guided Walks & Workshops, typically two per weekend (see Events Calendar for dates & details)
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Hike our trail network that meanders through meadows, woods, and alongside two creeks
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Visit our Interpretive Center to browse displays on local ecology and indigenous history or borrow a book to read or game to play with your fellow campers
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Tour our demonstration garden with traditional Hudson Valley varieties of corn, beans, squash and other ediblal and medicinal plants
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Get out your fishing gear and wander along the cool, forested Jan de Bakker's Kill or deep, sunny Catskill Creek
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Relax! Dip your toes in the water, swing back and forth under the shade of an ancient sycamore, and enjoy the glittering of fireflies over the meadow at night
Campsite Options
With only four campsites on the entire property, Eco Camp guests are guaranteed a private and personalized stay. Two of our campsites have furnished, glamping-style bell tents, and two sites are traditional bring-your-own tent sites. All four campsites include:
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Admission for two people for all on-site public programs, plus our guest-only Friday Night Fire
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Private covered dining pavilion with picnic table, electric outlets, and a cabinet for food storage*
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Private fire pit with an adjustable grill
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Seasoned firewood for your entire stay
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Four-person enamelware set (plates, bowls, mugs, and utensils)
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Cookware: 10-cup tea kettle, chef knife, cutting board, mixing bowl, wooden spoons, tongs, spatula, cast iron pan, and grill brush
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Morning Coffee with fresh local milk, served in the Interpretive Center
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Conveniently-located bathhouse with three private bathrooms and two large, cedar-lined showers with changing rooms
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Communal canvas pavilion with large fire pit
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Use of our outdoor sink for doing dishes
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Centralized compost, recycling, and garbage bins
*We ask that guests do not bring food inside their tents to avoid attracting unwanted wildlife.
Glamping Site Amenities
With carefully selected furnishings, our bell tents are like a home away from home. Inside each spacious, waterproof canvas tent is a queen bed, a twin day bed, a twin trundle bed, two nightstands, and two solar-powered lanterns. Each reservation automatically includes two people, and tents sleep a maximum of four people. Groups of more than four are welcome to set up an extra tent at their campsite. A small fee will be charged for additional guests to cover their admission to programs and use of the facilities.
Glamping Extras
To ensure a comfortable nature experience for our guests, we can provide the following extras (select at checkout):
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Linens/Bedding and Towels: Leave the sleeping bags at home! Enjoy organic cotton/bamboo sheets, comforters, pillows & towel sets (includes bath towels, hand towels & washcloths).
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Cooler: Arrive at your campsite to find a large cooler (or two!) already full of ice!
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Camp Chairs: Relax in transportable, comfortable camp chairs that fold up for trips to the creek.
Traditional Tent Site Amenities
Our bring-your-own tent sites have ample soft grass for setting up tents. Parking is right at your site, so there is no need to lug equipment back and forth from your car. Each reservation automatically includes two people, and each site accommodates up to eight people. Extra guests pay a small fee to cover their admission to programming and general use of the facilities.
Camping Extras
Maximize your downtime by adding some additional comforts to your reservation. All four of our sites can add the following items at checkout (subject to availability):
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Breakfast Basket: Brighten your morning with seasonal fruit & an assortment of goodies from our favorite local bakery. Each order serves approximately two people, please add orders as needed for your group size. Dietary restrictions? Let us know.
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Popcorn Making Kit: Make your own campfire popcorn! We provide delicious heirloom popcorn (sometimes grown on our farm), an old-fashioned campfire popcorn popper, salt and Hudson Valley organic sunflower oil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog (or other pet)?
For the longevity of our tents and the benefit of fellow campers and wildlife, we (sadly) can not allow dogs or other pets in the campground.
What are your rates?
Glamping Sites start at $195 per night and Traditional Tent Sites start at $95 per night. Eco Camp programs are designed as weekend getaways, and reservations have a two-night minimum. Each reservation includes admission for two people to all on-site public programs, plus our guest-only Friday Night Fire. Larger families/groups may bring and set up additional tents at their campsite to accommodate a maximum of eight people per site. Additional guests are charged at a rate of $30/night to cover admission to programming and use of the Eco Camp facilities. You can see all pricing details on our Site Reservations page.
When are you open?
The Eco Camp opens Memorial Day weekend and weekend programs run through the summer months. Our closing weekend is typically Indigenous People's Day.
Can I book all four sites for a private event?
Certainly! We love hosting retreats, reunions, and other private events. On days when we don't have camping guests, we can also rent out the property for a photo or video shoot. Be sure to contact us early to ensure availability. Give us a call at 518-469-1258 or email at whv@wildhudsonvalley.com to get in touch!
Eco Camp Photo Gallery
Protected pavilion for workshops and communal fires.
