Live The Outdoors
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- Exclusive-use primitive camping in upstate New York woodland
- Long Pond State Forest five minutes’ drive; Greek Peak half an hour
- Fishing in the creek edging the property; stores five minutes’ drive
Looking to escape your fellow man for the getaway experience of a lifetime? Make your way to Live The Outdoors, a 10-acre woodland property on the outskirts of Smithville Flats, New York State, that you’ll have all to yourself. This is wild camping as it should be, with your camping area tucked under mature trees or at the end of the drive-in trail – either way, you'll have no neighbors other than possibly some wildlife.
This wide dirt path into the property is accessible with any four-wheel drive, motorbike, cycle or quad bike. Once in there, you have the option for fishing in Strong Brook bordering the private woodland, and as the campground is dog-friendly, you can exercise your canine chums safe in the knowledge that they’re not going to annoy anyone – because there’s no-one else around.
As the place is totally off grid, you’ll need to bring everything in with you, from drinking water to torches (and spare batteries) and food (you can grill stuff on the fire ring). The small towns of Greene (15 minutes’ drive) and Smithville Flats (five minutes) have a number of diners and restaurants as well as stores where you can stock up on basics.
Campground type
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1Open all year
This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
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Features
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point No running water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Level campground, no steep slopes Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Live The Outdoors
320 State Highway 220
Smithville Flats
New York
USA
13841
Directions Timezone
America/New_York EDT (GMT-04:00)
GPS
42.41747°N
75.80044°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
If you’re looking for more outdoor activity, Long Pond State Forest (five minutes’ drive) is the spot for kayaking on the lake, hiking around the conifer woodland and fishing for perch and bass from the boat launches. Keep a look out for herons and ospreys on your adventures.
In winter, you can go ice-fishing there too, and there are multiple snow-mobile trails in several of the local state parks. You can ski at Greek Peak (half an hour), where there are tree-lined runs for all abilities.
Locally, you can also go horseback riding (five minutes) or safe swimming in Whitney Point Lake (half an hour, no motor boats allowed). If the weather should turn nasty on you, keep your activity levels up with a visit to the rock-climbing gym at Lindseth Climbing Center (55 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anse Marcel | 1,838.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Baie Aux Prunes | 1,839.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Grand-Case | 1,839.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Friar'S Bay | 1,839.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Baie Rouge | 1,839.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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- Does Live The Outdoors have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Live The Outdoors dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Live The Outdoors? If you’re looking for more outdoor activity, Long Pond State Forest (five minutes’ drive) is the spot for kayaking on the lake, hiking around the conifer woodland and fishing for perch and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Live The Outdoors?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Live The Outdoors? From $45 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.