Samuel F. Pryor Shawangunks Campground
In 2006, the Mohonk Preserve, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, the Palisades Interstate Park Commission, and the American Alpine Club partnered together to create a campground near the popular Shawangunks climbing area. Construction was completed in 2014 by The Palisades Interstate Park Commission, and now The American Alpine Club and The Mohonk Preserve operate and manage 50 campsites and 6 vehicle sites, all within a stone's throw of miles of world-class rock climbing. This is a watershed moment for one of the most popular rock-climbing areas in the country. For the first time since climbing in the “Gunks” began over 80 years ago, hot showers and running water are available for climbers who want to camp within view of the cliffs. Check out the history page for more details.
Members will find the member promo code and book directly through Profile. AAC Members at the partner level and above receive lodging discounts.
The Samuel F. Pryor Shawangunks Campground is powered by The North Face.
Contact Information
Address:
Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground
953 Route 299
Gardiner, NY 12525
In-Season Contact:
(303) 951-4571
[email protected]
Off-Season Contact:
(303) 384-0110
[email protected]
Office Hours:
Mornings | Daily: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Evenings | Sunday - Thursday: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Evenings | Friday & Saturday: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Peak Season Evenings | Friday & Saturday: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Peak Season runs the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend..
Booking Information
Reservations Open:
March 1, 2026
Season Dates:
April 3, 2026 - November 15, 2026
*Reservations are required. Same-day reservations must be made by 7p.m. on the date of arrival. Remaining availability is on a first-come first-serve basis during office hours.
Rates:
Tent Sites:
$28 — AAC members
$42 — Non-members
Vehicle Sites:
$20 — AAC members
$24 — Non-members
Facility photos by Scott Martin and Saraphina Redalieu.
Facilities & Amenities Information
Tent Sites (50 Total)
24 Walk-In Sites
Short walk from parking
26 Drive-In Sites
Parking at tent site
One car MAX per drive-in site
Additional vehicles must park in main parking lot
All Tent Sites Include:
One picnic table
One 12’ x 12’ tent platform
Tents must be pitched on platform only
Maximum 4 people per site
Four ADA-accessible sites available
Vehicle Sites (5 Total)
Located in the main parking lot
No tent platform
No picnic table
Designed for sleeping in vehicles in vans
All sites flat
Maximum 2 people per site
Showers
Con-operated showers, $1 for 4 minutes
Pavilion
Communal covered pavilion
Shared picnic tables
Sinks
Electricity for charging small electronics
2 communal climbing spray walls
Fire Pit
One communal fire pit, firewood provided
Woodshed located adjacent to the fire pit
Last user of fire pit is responsible for full extinguishing the fire
Wi-Fi
Wi-fi available in communal gathering space
Water
Potable water available at all spigots
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Gunks Campground FAQs
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Opening is typically mid-April and closing is mid-November.
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Yes. Reservations are required. Same-day reservations must be made by 11 a.m. on the date of arrival.
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Check-in: After 1 p.m.
Check-out: By 11 a.m. -
Groups reserving 2 or more sites will most likely be given walk-in sites (short walk from your car to the site). Staff will do their best to accommodate requests, but cannot guarantee a specific site or drive-in site.
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Each platform is 12 ft x 12 ft.
Tents must be pitched on the platform only. Hammocks are strictly prohibited due to the sensitive landscape.
Please confirm your tent footprint before arrival. -
The cost is $28.00 for AAC members and $42.00 for non-members. Vehicle sites are $20 for AACe members and $24.00 for non-members.
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One car per site.
Additional vehicles may park in the front parking lot.
Free overflow parking is available at the Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center (ask the office for a free overflow parking pass).
No RVs.No vehicles over 22'.
Small pop-ups/campers permitted if space allows.
Generators are prohibited.
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Well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Dogs must be leashed and supervised at all times.
Dogs are not allowed in the pavilion or bathroom areas.
Owners must clean up after pets -
The pavilion is open to all campground guests and visitors during the season.
It includes picnic tables, sinks, electricity, and public Wi-Fi. -
No.
There is one centralized communal fire ring near the pavilion. Firewood is provided.
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Because we do have a black bear population, we ask that you keep all food and toiletries locked in your car or in one of the bear boxes provided.
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Five-minute drive to the Mohonk Preserve parking lots.
Approximately a 20-minute walk to the base of the cliffs. -
To get the most up-to-date info on Mohonk Preserve pricing visit: https://www.mohonkpreserve.org/
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No. Laundromats are located in New Paltz.
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No, please do not — tying ropes to trees can damage them. Platforms are often chipped or have pea gravel, so extra accessory cord is recommended for rain flys. If the weather is bad, please feel free to use the Pavilion to cook. There is plenty of space available.
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Yes. The campground is open to everyone. AAC Members receive discounted rates.
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Payment is not charged until the day of your reservation. All cancellations are subject to the following cancellation fee:
More than 30 days notice: 0% Cancellation Fee
7-30 days notice: 50% Cancellation Fee
Less than 7 days notice: 100% Cancellation Fee
To cancel your reservation, email [email protected] with your name and scheduled reservation dates.
All cancellation fees are based on your reservation total and are subject to all applicable taxes.