The Best in Tent Camping: New York State: A Guide for Car Campers Who Hate RVs, Concrete Slabs, and Loud Portable Stereos

From the Adirondack Mountains to the Catskills, from the St. Lawrence River to the Hudson, wilderness in New York State abounds for tent campers. Here are the 50 most peaceful and scenic campgrounds by lakes, on islands, near beaches, along rivers, and deep in the woods. Most are accessible by car, with a handful of boat-only and hike-in sites for the more adventurous. Each site description includes hiking trails, local attractions, tidbits, and wildlife information, as well as star ratings and maps for easy planning.

Bayou Classic SQ14 Single Burner Outdoor Patio Stove

• 13 in. Tall Heavy Duty Steel Frame
• Large 16 in. x 16 in. Cooking Surface
• Accommodates any size Stockpot
• UL Listed 29 in. Hose, Regulator, Valve Assembly
• 10 PSI Regulator

Coleman PVC Double Wash Basin

• Double-sided, collapsible sink lets you wash and rinse dishes simultaneously, saving time and getting you back to the outdoor fun
• Four handles allow you to pick up and move the basin, constructed of rugged PVC material
• Measures 20-by-six-by-ten-inches (W x H x D), and each "sink" is ten-by-ten inches (W x D)
• Six support rods keep the entire device sturdy, even when full of water and dishes
• Includes limited manufacturer's warranty; details included with purchase