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Best campgrounds near Kearny, NJ
Liberty Harbor RV Park
Jersey City, NJ (7 miles away)
$$$$$
(50 sites)
+3
Floyd Bennett Field - Gateway National Recreational Area
New York (18 miles away)
$$$$$
(41 sites)
+6
Camp Wyanokie
West Milford, NJ (24 miles away)
Fla-Net Park
New Jersey (31 miles away)
$$$$$
(65 sites)
+7
Beaver Pond Campground - Harriman State Park
Stony Point, NY (32 miles away)
$$$$$
(125 sites)
+5
Wawayanda State Park
New Jersey (33 miles away)
$$$$$
(3 sites)
Panther Lake Camping Resort
New Jersey (34 miles away)
$$$$$
(435 sites)
+9
Goodland Country Club and Spa
Hackettstown, NJ (35 miles away)
$$$$$
(60 sites)
+4
Stephens State Park
Hackettstown, NJ (35 miles away)
$$$$$
(39 sites)
+3
The Great Divide Campground, LLC
Newton, NJ (37 miles away)
$$$$$
(270 sites)
+8
Voorhees State Park
Glen Gardner, NJ (40 miles away)
$$$$$
(47 sites)
+5
Black Bear Campground
Florida, NY (40 miles away)
$$$$$
(160 sites)
+9
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Camping near Kearny, New Jersey
Kearny sits in the Meadowlands corridor between Newark and Jersey City, roughly ten miles from Midtown Manhattan. RV travelers rarely camp inside Kearny itself; the town is dense and industrial. The practical strategy is to base at a hookup park on the Hudson waterfront for city access, or drive 40 to 60 minutes northwest into the New Jersey Highlands and New York's Hudson Valley for forested state-park camping.
The closest full-service option is Liberty Harbor RV Park in Jersey City, positioned across the harbor from Lower Manhattan. It functions as an RV basecamp for visiting New York City without driving into Manhattan, with 30A and 50A electric plus water hookups, restrooms, showers, laundry, and easy NYC access. The park operates year-round with 24-hour on-site management.
For a woodland experience, campers head to Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park, Wawayanda State Park, or the primitive Camp Wyanokie in the Wyanokie Highlands. Floyd Bennett Field, part of Gateway National Recreation Area in Brooklyn, has historically offered another National Park Service option about 45 minutes east.
Things to do around Kearny
From a Jersey City basecamp, most trips center on New York City sightseeing. Marin Boulevard sits about five blocks from the Grove Street PATH station, which reaches 33rd Street and Sixth Avenue or the World Trade Center, putting Manhattan roughly a 15 minute ride away. Liberty State Park, the Statue of Liberty ferry terminal, and Ellis Island are within reach of the waterfront.
Families often pair city days with a swim or hike day upstate. Harriman State Park offers Lake Welch beach and dozens of miles of trails from the Beaver Pond area. Wawayanda State Park has a swimming beach, boat rentals, and a stretch of the Appalachian Trail. Camp Wyanokie gives quick trailhead access to Norvin Green State Forest waterfalls. Closer to Brooklyn, Floyd Bennett Field offers cycling on former runways and birding at the adjacent Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge.
Camping spots and RV parks near Kearny, NJ
Kearny seasonal patterns
- spring
March - May
61° / 43°F 101 mmParks reopen mid-April; cool nights, wet trails
- summer
June - August
84° / 66°F 108 mmPeak bookings; humid with afternoon thunderstorms
- fall
September - November
64° / 46°F 80 mmFoliage peaks mid to late October; cool, drier days
- winter
December - February
39° / 27°F 81 mmState-park campgrounds closed; snow and freezes common
The northern New Jersey camping season runs roughly from mid-April through late October. State-park campgrounds such as Beaver Pond in Harriman and Wawayanda operate seasonally and typically close from late fall through early spring, with water systems winterized well before hard freezes. Reservations for summer weekends open months in advance and fill quickly, especially around Fourth of July and Labor Day.
Summer is peak season: warm, humid, and busy. Late spring and early fall are the most comfortable windows for hiking and driving in the Highlands, with cooler nights and fewer bugs. Fall foliage in Harriman and the New Jersey Skylands typically peaks in mid to late October.
Winter changes the picture completely. Most state-park campgrounds are closed, but Liberty Harbor RV Park stays open year-round. Expect snow and freezing temperatures from December through February in the Highlands, and confirm hookup availability before booking a cold-weather stay at any private park.
Top Hosts near Kearny, NJ
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How to book campgrounds near Kearny
Liberty Harbor uses direct online and phone reservations. Check-in is at noon and check-out is 11 a.m., site rentals are payable in advance, and quiet hours run 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. The park has 70 sites with water and electric, a dump station, full restrooms with hot showers, laundry, and complimentary Wi-Fi, with spaces up to 45 feet long.
New York state park campgrounds, including Beaver Pond at Harriman, are booked through the ReserveAmerica system on the New York State Parks site, with a nine-month rolling window and same-day walk-ups permitted until 3 p.m. New Jersey state park sites, including Wawayanda, are reserved through camping.nj.gov, with an eleven-month online window. Floyd Bennett Field camping has been in transition under a new National Park Service concession process; call the park to confirm current status before planning a stay.
What to expect on the ground
Liberty Harbor is an urban park, not a forest campground. Reviewers describe it as essentially a parking lot at a marina, with electric and water connections and a dump site on the grounds. The site has 24-hour security and views of the harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and the Manhattan skyline from many spaces. Green space is minimal, which matters for dog owners.
The Highlands campgrounds are the opposite: wooded, quieter, and with limited or no hookups. Beaver Pond has no electrical hookups for trailers, and most New Jersey and New York state-park sites offer vault or flush toilets and potable water but no sewer connections. Cell service is spotty in Harriman and Wyanokie. Drivers should plan Manhattan-area arrivals outside rush hour, since bridge and tunnel restrictions apply to large rigs and GPS routing can pull RVs toward tunnels that prohibit them.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near Kearny, NJ
How do I choose the right campsite for my RV?
Start with the practical stuff: site length, the hookups you need, and whether it's a back-in or pull-through. Camping conditions in the U.S. vary by region and elevation, so check the local season, road access, and reservation requirements before you book. Federal campgrounds use Recreation.gov and state parks each have their own systems. Learn more.
How much are RV campsites near Kearny, NJ?
Campsite prices near Kearny, NJ depend on the type of campground. State park sites typically run $20-$45 with hookups. Private RV parks in town often run $40-$100, with tourist-hub locations charging more. Nearby Forest Service or Bureau of Land Management sites are usually $10-$25, often without hookups.
Is there any free camping near Kearny, NJ?
Free camping near Kearny, NJ depends on what federal public land is in driving distance. Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service land usually allows up to 14 days of dispersed camping at one spot. Check fire restrictions before you head out. Learn more about free camping.
Can I book a campsite through RVezy?
Not directly. RVezy doesn't handle campsite reservations, but each campground listing links to the operator's website or booking page when one's available.
What's the best time to go camping near Kearny, NJ?
Camping near Kearny, NJ works best in the shoulder seasons, with spring and fall hitting the sweet spot in most of the country. Summer is peak in northern climates; winter is peak in the southern and desert states. Local weather and elevation drive the specifics.
How far are RV campgrounds from Kearny, NJ?
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Where are dump stations near Kearny, NJ?
Dump stations near Kearny, NJ are usually at private RV parks and state park campgrounds, sometimes for a fee if you're not staying overnight. RVDumpsites.net maps the nearest options.
What's the best time of year to rent a RV in Kearny, NJ?
Renting a RV in Kearny, NJ works best in the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) across most of the U.S. Peak rental demand runs June through August nationwide, while the snowbird stretch from December through March drives winter demand in the southern states and southwest deserts.
What's the best time of year to rent an RV in Kearny, NJ?
RV rentals in Kearny, NJ peak from June through August when school is out. Shoulder months (April, May, September, October) usually have better availability and lower rates. Winter is high season for snowbird destinations in Florida, Arizona, Texas, and southern California.
Can I have an RV delivered to my home or campground in Kearny, NJ?
Yes. Many RVezy hosts in the U.S. deliver and set up at your home, a campground, or a destination. It's especially useful for first-time renters and for trips into remote areas where backing in a big rig isn't fun.
Can the RV be delivered near Kearny, NJ?
In most cases, yes. A lot of U.S. hosts offer to drop off the RV near Kearny, NJ at your driveway, a campground, or wherever you're starting your trip. It saves you the drive and the setup.
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