Property Information
In 2006, the American Alpine Club, Mohonk Preserve, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, and the Palisades Interstate Park Commission 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 Mohonk Preserve and The American Alpine Club operate and manage 50 campsites and 5 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.
Accepting reservations for the 2024 season starting March 1, 2024.
2024 Season Dates: March 12 - November 10
Accommodations & Amenities:
- 50 Tent Sites: 24 walk-in sites with short walk to sites from parking. 26 drive-in sites with parking at the tent site. One picnic table per site. One 12’ x 12’ tent platform. Please do not pitch a tent off of the platform. One car MAX at each drive-in site. Extra vehicles must be parked in our main parking lot. Four ADA sites are available upon request. *Please note, priority placement for ADA sites will be given to those who demonstrate need for an accessible site. *Four people MAX per site*
- 5 Vehicle Sites: These sites are parking spaces located in our main parking lot. They do not include a tent platform or picnic tables. These sites are best for those camping in their vehicles or vans. All sites are flat. Two people MAX per vehicle site
- Coin Operated Showers: $1 for 4 minutes
- Communal Pavilion: Shared picnic tables, sinks, and electricity for charging small electronics.
- 2 Spray Walls: Guests who fill out the waiver (conveniently located next to the spray walls) can climb on the spray wall.
- Communal Fire Pit: Firewood is provided. Wood shed is located adjacent to the firepit. Guests are welcome to start a fire at any time during the day. Please put out the fire if you are the last person to use it.
- WiFi: Public wifi (name: Gunks Campground), no password needed. Signal is best in the pavilion.
- Water Spigots: All spigots have potable water.
- Note: while we do our best to provide your chosen campsite, campsite assignments are subject to change.
Office Hours:
If you have any questions outside of office hours, please contact the manager via text.
Mornings: Daily: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Evenings: Monday - Thursday: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
** Evenings Friday & Saturday Peak Season: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
** Evenings Friday & Saturday Off Season: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Peak Season runs the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend.
Property Name: Samuel F Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground
Street Address: 953 Route 299
City : Gardiner - New York
Postal Code : 12525
Contact Name: Campground Team
Phone: (303) 951-4571
Email: gunks@americanalpineclub.org
Check-in/Check-out Policies
This property has the following check-in and check-out times and policies:
Check-In: 2:00 PM
Check-Out: 12:00 PM
Property and Cancelation Policies :
To cancel your reservation, email gunks@americanalpineclub.org with your name and scheduled reservation dates.
> 30 days notice: 0% Cancellation Fee
7-30 days notice: 50% Cancellation Fee
< 7 days notice: 100% Cancellation Fee
Check In Policy:
All guests must check-in upon arrival in the campground office or up to 24 hours before their arrival by sending a text message to 303.951.4571 with your name, site number(s), vehicle make, model, and color, as well as the plate numbers for all vehicles (max 2) in your party. If you suspect that you will not have adequate phone service upon arrival, please be sure to check in up to 24 hours before arriving on-site. Mohonk Preserve members will need to present a physical copy of their membership at the time of check in.
Guests that fail to check-in may be awoken in the early morning by management.
Late Arrivals: Reservations for multiple days are automatically canceled without refund unless notice of late arrival is provided to the manager by 11:00 a.m. on the second day of the reservation.
> 30 days notice: 0% Cancellation Fee
7-30 days notice: 50% Cancellation Fee
< 7 days notice: 100% Cancellation Fee
Check In Policy:
All guests must check-in upon arrival in the campground office or up to 24 hours before their arrival by sending a text message to 303.951.4571 with your name, site number(s), vehicle make, model, and color, as well as the plate numbers for all vehicles (max 2) in your party. If you suspect that you will not have adequate phone service upon arrival, please be sure to check in up to 24 hours before arriving on-site. Mohonk Preserve members will need to present a physical copy of their membership at the time of check in.
Guests that fail to check-in may be awoken in the early morning by management.
Late Arrivals: Reservations for multiple days are automatically canceled without refund unless notice of late arrival is provided to the manager by 11:00 a.m. on the second day of the reservation.
Terms and Conditions
Please Note: While we do our best to provide your chosen campsite, campsite assignments are subject to change.
1. NO fires at the private tent sites or anywhere other than the communal fire pit next to the pavilion.
2. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
3. NO smoking in or at the bathhouse or the pavilion.
4. NO hammocking
5. NO vehicles over 20 ft, no trailers, and no RV’s.
6. ONLY park in designated parking spots. Each campsite may only park one vehicle at each of the campsites. Additional vehicles must be registered and parked in the overflow lot at the front entrance.
7. DOGS must be on a leash and attended at all times.
8. BE BEAR AWARE. Do not leave food out at your campsites or in shared common areas.
9. Practice Leave No Trace: Clean up all trash and belongings at your campsite upon check out. Do not move the picnic tables. Do not collect limbs or firewood.
10. NO firearms or fireworks allowed.
11. ALL state & federal drug use & alcohol laws apply on this property.
Bathrooms are closed daily from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. for cleaning. Please plan accordingly.
Policy Adherence: Guests that fail to follow campground rules will be asked to leave immediately and are not eligible for a refund. Repeat offenders will be asked not to return.
Membership Discounts / Rates:
American Alpine Club members apply your AAC promo code found on your AAC Profile for your membership discount! AAC Members at the partner level and above receive lodging discounts.
Mohonk Preserve members can get their code on the Mohonk Preserve website. All members must show an active membership upon arrival.
Becoming an AAC / MP member after making your reservation will not result in refunds for the member vs non-member rates for nights already booked. An AAC / MP member MUST be present to receive the discounted member camping rate.
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