EXPLORE · FREE CAMPING
Free Camping in New York
New York has 2 mapped free and no-fee campsites on USFS and public land — dispersed sites, primitive campgrounds, and no-fee areas where you can camp without reservations or fees. Always check current fire restrictions and road conditions before heading out. Dispersed camping typically requires camping 150–200 feet from roads, trails, and water sources.
No reservations needed for dispersed camping. Check fire restrictions at fs.usda.gov before your trip — restrictions change frequently in summer. Stay limit is typically 14 days at any one location. Find free camping on the Trek4Free map →
Before You Go
Gear up for dispersed camping — no hookups, no camp store, no running water
Free Camping Sites in New York
North Lake, NY Western Adirondack lake State land that allows camping free at established sites along the shore of North Lake. Various site sizes from small to …
This parking lot is used by truckers & is for short stays only, less than a week, & is close to many restaurants, grocery stores & auto service centres. No serv…