Why You Shouldn’t Use Flushable Wipes at Rip Van Winkle Campground
When enjoying your time at our campground, the last thing you want to worry about is plumbing problems. However, an increasingly common issue we face… read more →
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Fire Safety Reminders for Camping Season
As the weather warms up and the camping season begins, we are all eager to spend more time outside. From March 16 through May 14, 2024, the annual New… read more →
The Story of Rip Van Winkle
Have you ever heard the tale of or friend Rip Van Winkle? Well now, you can share his story the next time you are sitting around the camp fire… read more →
Saugerties, NY Area Attractions
There's always plenty of things to do in and around Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds located in Saugerties New York. Tucked snuggly between the… read more →
15 Tips for Fall Camping in the Catskills
Is there anything more fun, relaxing, and enjoyable than spending a weekend camping in the Catskills? (No.) Beautiful scenery, the quiet chirping of… read more →
Our Natural World: Herons and What Happened to Those Ducklings?
I saw a... wait, what is that at the pond? Those beautiful birds are called herons. There are 64 species of heron, with the blue heron… read more →
Our Natural World: Bees Buzzing at Rip's
I saw bees! The bees are buzzing at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds! We don’t normally have more bees than anywhere else. However, for a… read more →
Hiking in the Catskills
Health & Safety in Fall Fall in the Catskills is absolutely beautiful. More photo ops abound as the foliage bursts with the colors of autumn.… read more →
Our Natural World: Ducklings
When you're camping in the Catskills you're bound to come across all kinds of wonderful wildlife. We've seen baby bears nearby, baby deer walking… read more →
Our Natural World: Summer Solstice and Baby Bears
The Summer Solstice on June 21st marks the beginning of the summer season - but not everywhere. South of the equator, it marks the start of the… read more →
Our Natural World
After a winter locked up inside, there is nothing like the smell of spring. The weather is a bit warmer during the day but nights are still cold. Many… read more →
Ever Wonder: Why can’t I book several sites together? Why can’t there be more than 6 people on an individual site?
Sound seems to travel farther in the woods, especially at night. The sound of chatting and laughing can be heard several sites away. Music can be… read more →
5 Items You Should Never Forget When Camping
Camping at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds is a mixture of adventure, relaxation, and fun. Exploring the 160 wooded acres with stunning views of Plattekill… read more →
3 Reasons to Choose Rip Van Winkle for Your Camping Experience
Built for the “lover of nature” because of its uniquely heavy wooded natural environment located in the beautiful Saugerties, NY (voted… read more →
Fun Zones Your Kids Will Love
The Fun Zones at Rip are the perfect getaway for the family, especially for your kids and their friends. We have 11 fun packed zones that your kids… read more →
The Perfect End-of-Summer, Family-Friendly Event!
With summer quickly coming to a close, there is no better time to visit Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds than now! Every weekend, there is a new, fun and… read more →
Feed Your Need for Speed
As our motto says, Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds is for families, for friends and for FUN! That's exactly why we offer several unique and exciting Fun… read more →
Celebrate the Fourth of July with a Bang!
If you were looking to get away for the long Fourth of July holiday week, then come and join us in celebrating at Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds! Everyone… read more →
Celebrate Father's Day Weekend at Rip!
All Dad really wants for Father's Day this year is to spend some quality time with his family. So what better way to spend some bonding time with Dad… read more →
Camping in the Catskills
Take a step back from your hectic day-to-day schedule and take a step into Saugerties, NY - home to Rip Van Winkle Campgrounds. Saugerties, which has… read more →