Dispersed Camping in Orange County, New York
Showing 25 locations in Orange County.
Anthony Wayne Recreation Area
A large, paved recreation parking corridor located off the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Harriman State Park. Highly accessible with flat paved surfaces, picnic tables, and portable toilets, but overnight stays are subject to strict park regulations.
Anytime Fitness
A suburban commercial parking lot at Anytime Fitness in Goshen, suitable for self-contained rigs seeking a quick overnight stay.
Anytime Fitness Walden
A commercial parking lot at an Anytime Fitness facility in Walden.
Anytime Fitness Warwick
Paved parking lot associated with a local fitness center in Warwick.
Camp Wabenaki
A historic group camp and recreation site located along the Nurian Trail in Harriman State Park.
Cedar Pond Campsite
A hike-in backcountry campsite located near Cedar Pond within Harriman State Park.
Cronomer Hill Park
A scenic county park offering hiking trails and picnic areas. While some overnight stays have occurred, local regulations strictly prohibit parking after sunset.
Deerpark / New York City NW KOA
A developed commercial campground offering full amenities and hookups near Otisville, New York.
Newburgh Boat Launch Waterfront
A scenic paved waterfront parking area at the public boat launch. While it offers beautiful views of the Hudson River and easy access to nearby restaurants, the spot is subjected to frequent loud freight train horns and local nighttime social traffic.
Newburgh Mall & Resorts World
Spacious paved parking lot at the Newburgh Mall, featuring double-sided parking options in both the front and rear areas. Conveniently located near multiple fast-food dining options, grocery stores, a local gym, and the casino. Expect typical highway and retail noise, but the lot is highly accessible and well-suited for a quick overnight stop.
Pilot J Travel Center
A 24-hour travel center offering amenities such as showers, restrooms, laundry, and fuel. Overnight stays are common in designated spaces away from the main traffic flow.
Planet Fitness - Balmville
A paved commercial parking lot offering basic overnight parking options, subject to local regulations and store manager approval.
Planet Fitness - Monroe
An overnight parking option located in the Planet Fitness parking lot in Monroe.
Planet Fitness - Vails Gate
This commercial parking plaza offers several nearby amenities, making it a convenient option for an overnight stay. Park in the outer areas of the lot to stay out of the way of active customers.
Planet Fitness
A standard fitness center parking lot in Port Jervis, New York, suitable for brief overnight stays with appropriate permissions.
Planet Fitness Middletown
An active gym parking lot off Gibbs Court. Overnight parking is permitted in the side or front lots. Avoid parking in rear areas marked with overnight restrictions signage.
Plattekill Travel Plaza
A large highway travel plaza with active truck traffic and typical commercial services. Paved parking spaces are suitable for vehicles of all sizes seeking a quick overnight rest. Expect ongoing noise throughout the night from nearby highway traffic and idling engines.
Route 202 Scenic Overlook
A small paved pull-off and scenic overlook with picnic tables situated along Route 202 near Bear Mountain. While popular during summer days with tourists, it offers a quick overnight resting spot with some road noise.
Storm King Trailhead Parking Lot
A paved trailhead parking lot located directly off Reservoir Road. Ideal for hikers, though it experiences heavy daytime traffic and constant noise from the nearby roadway.
Target Parking - Harriman
A retail parking lot where overnight parking is prohibited and actively patrolled by local security.
Tiorati Plateau Backcountry Campsite
A hike-in backcountry campsite located along the Ramapo-Dunderberg Trail in Harriman State Park.
Village of Unionville Community Campground
A welcoming town-supported community lawn and camping space in the Village of Unionville, historically serving long-distance hikers and visitors.
Walmart - Newburgh
An active retail parking lot located near local services and dining. While overnight stays are generally permitted in the rear corner of the lot, guests are advised to obtain permission from management and depart early in the morning. Private security patrols the property.
Walmart Middletown Parking
An overnight-friendly retail location offering parking in the rear lot area near the fast food restaurant. This is a highly accessible, level, and well-lit parking lot suitable for all rig sizes.
White Bar Trailhead Parking
A small paved trailhead parking lot inside Harriman State Park, primarily serving hikers. While some visitors have spent a quiet night here, New York State Park regulations strictly prohibit overnight sleeping in vehicles at trailheads.