Staying at Camp Rockaway was magical. The owners and caretakers were so friendly and helpful and without their recommendations we wouldn’t have discovered how incredible the Rockaways are… Can’t wait to go back!.
–MerriS
My stay at Camp Rockaway was INCREDIBLE. We rented out the whole campground for a friends and family beach weekend and I am so glad we did. The tents are amazing and so comfortable. The staff is incredibly helpful…
–Scenic290589
My wife and I had a fantastic experience at Camp Rockaway! The atmosphere is fun and relaxing, we were welcomed like family. Sophie gave us all the best tips and local secrets. Tents were clean and comfortable.
–mountaineer20
We spent a night here over Memorial Day weekend. The owners were very nice. We cooked burgers on the community grill. The bathrooms were clean and the showers were nice and hot. There is a playground for children a two minute walk away.
–LandSSalem_MA
camp
Come glamping or camping in Rockaway, just steps from the ocean! Camp Rockaway at Fort Tilden offers safari-style canvas tents and bring-your-own-tent sites located within the historic post, just steps from the beach.
wall tents
$149 per night weekdays and Sunday (June and after Labor Day)
$189 per night Fridays and Saturdays (June and after Labor Day)
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$189 per night weekdays and Sunday (July 1st through Labor Day)
$289 per night Fridays and Saturdays* and holidays (July 1st through Labor Day)
*2 night minimum
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pup tents
$99 per night
*maximum 2 persons per pup tent. pup tents are intended for families with children and must be rented with wall tents
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BYOT (bring your own tent)
$30 per night weekdays and Sunday (June and after Labor Day)
$50 per night Fridays and Saturdays (June and after Labor Day)
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$50 per night weekdays and Sunday (July 1st through Labor Day)
$65 per night Fridays and Saturdays (July 1st through Labor Day)
*maximum 4 persons per site
Explore by day (or chill at the beach), glamping all night! Your stay at Camp Rockaway includes a thoughtfully designed, furnished safari tent. Get together at our communal fire pit and picnic area. Play games, visit the camp store or simply laze around in a hammock.
Love being by the ocean all day but crave the comforts of home at night? We’ve got you covered! Your beach glamping experience includes a 10 x 12 wall tent on a raised wood platform, a front deck with lounge chairs, and a shaded back porch with a hammock.
At the only seaside getaway in New York, all you need is your overnight bag. We’ll take care of everything else! That’s because your tent includes-
- a queen size bed featuring a memory foam mattress
- side tables with fans
- lights
- pillows
- linens
- extra blankets
- towels
Please read our “but first” page and learn about our policies and other important information prior to your stay at Camp Rockaway.
explore
Camp Rockaway endeavors to be your basecamp and launching point for exploring the entire Rockaway peninsula. While Fort Tilden and Riis Beach are right outside your door (flap), adventures beyond the campground beckon.
nearby activities:
Pristine beach walks, hiking through maritime forest, and decommissioned military installations at Fort Tilden
Tee off for 18 holes of par-3 golf at Riis Park golf course
Surfing lessons with Locals Surf School
Stand Up Paddleboarding, kayaking and jetskiing with Rockaway Jet Ski
Sailing excursions and lessons in Jamaica Bay with Sail Rockaway
Whale watching tours with American Princess Cruises
Jet Ski, Stand Up Paddle board and kayak rentals and tours with Rockaway Jet Ski
Bike rentals from Paul’s Bicycle Shop
Surfboard and wetsuit rentals from Boarder’s Surf Shop and Breakwater Surf Shop
Nature walks, bird watching and visitor center exhibits and programs in Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
cultural attractions:
Gallery shows, printmaking and painting workshops at the Rockaway Artist’s Alliance
Theater and performing-arts at the Rockaway Theater Company
shopping and provisions:
Boutique fashion at The Swell Life, Off Season and Zingara Vintage
Jewelery, gifts, and clothing at Lola Star
Nearby bodega style shopping at Belle Harbor Foods
Full size grocery store at Stop and Shop
wellness:
Hot Yoga at Hot Yoga Rockaway Beach
Meditation at Rockaway Summer House
food and drink:
Seafood, barbecue and ice cream at the Bay 9 Pavilion – a 5 minute walk! (*limited offerings post Labor Day)
A casual, health-conscious cafe and provisions store, Cuisine By Claudette offers an ever-changing menu, plus espresso drinks & juice blends
Central Asian plates, cocktails & live music at Uma’s
Wood-fired pizza and seafood at Whit’s End
Pastries, breads, and other treats baked daily at Rockaway Beach Bakery
Gourmet coffee shop and organic juice bar at Rockaway Roasters
Dining and live music on the bay at Thai Rock
Tacos, music and beer at the Rockaway Beach Surf Club
Tapas and wine at Sayra’s Wine Bar
Beer and vinyl at the Rockaway Brewing Company
Organic garden, farm stand, and farm dinners at Edgemere Farm
Seafood, barbecue, cocktails, beer and ice cream at the Riis Park Beach Bazaar’s Bay 9 pavilion, the bathhouse, and along the boardwalk – a 5 minute walk! (*limited offerings post Labor Day)
Soups, sandwiches, empanadas, coffee and pastries at Thank You Cafe
but first!
Below is a list of things to know and to bring in order to maximize your enjoyment at Camp Rockaway. If you have questions, please call us at (347) 916-6199
things to know:
Location.Fort Tilden, Davis Road, Breezy Point, NY 11697
Dates. June 11th – October 11th (with a possible extension through early November. Please sign up for our mailing list here to stay in the loop.)
Check In. Check in starts at 3pm and check out is by 11am. If you are not able to check in during these hours it is important that you call the front desk at (347) 916-6199 so we can greet you upon arrival and check you in.
Cancellation Policy. Camping is rain or shine – we embrace the elements. We offer a credit towards a future stay for bookings cancelled up to 24 hours prior to arrival. If cancelled later or in case of a no-show, 100% of the booking fee will be charged.
Children. We welcome families and look forward to having you and your children camp with us.
Each glamping site includes two furnished tents – a safari-style tent with a queen bed, and a teepee-style “pup” tent with two cots. Pup tents are intended for families or pods. Maximum 2 kids per pup tent. Pup tents must be rented with wall tents and cannot be rented individually.
If your child will sleep in the tent with you and requires a cot (the camping version of a roll-away), they can be rented for an additional $50. Cots come with a sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner and pillow. Please include a note in your reservation that you would like to rent a cot as there is not a specific add on for this in the reservation window.
Please note that quiet hours for everyone are from 10pm until 8am.
Transportation. Depending on where you’re coming from, there are a number of ways to get to Camp Rockaway. We are located in the southeast corner of the athletic fields behind the chapel and the Rockaway Theater Company. Here is a link to our exact location on Google Maps.
Parking: Parking is located in the lot behind the Rockaway Theater Company. The campground is across the field. Camp Rockaway will provide you with a parking pass for overnight parking in the lot. Please be sure to display this prominently on your dashboard.
Weather: Because of our proximity to the ocean, the weather is often cooler than you might expect, especially at night and in the morning. We recommend packing a pair of pants, sweatshirt & socks.
Bicycles: If you are bringing your bicycle, please be sure to bring a lock as well.
Campfires: Camp Rockaway staff will keep our communal fire pit blazing throughout the evening.
Bugs: We recommend bringing bug spray. We also have some for sale.
Bathrooms: Restrooms and showers are conveniently located within the campground. The showers have hot water, and there is a sink with non-potable water. Water conservation is a key component of Camp Rockaway’s commitment to the environment – we encourage campers to keep showers brief. All restrooms and showers are unisex.
Food: If you’d like to cook out our fire pit has a grill and may be used in the evenings. We recommend bringing food that is already prepared and does not require water. There is no refrigeration, and there are no facilities for washing dishes. We recommend bringing a cooler, tupperware for uneaten food, additional containers or plastic bags for used cooking utensils. Guests must store all food in their car or in their tent.
If you’re not interested in cooking, the nearby Riis Park Beach Bazaar’s vendors open at 11am. We recommend packing an appetite – they have some of the beach beachside cuisine, drinks, sweets, shopping and entertainment anywhere. Please note that individual vendors keep different hours. We recommend checking vendors’ social media accounts to confirm hours. The concessions are about a ten minute walk from the campground.
Alcohol: As per the National Park Service, glass containers and alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the campground. The bar located at Bay 9 at Jacob Riis (a ten minute walk) is generally open until sunset.
Friends and visitors. If you’re staying with us overnight and would like to show your friends the campground, please do – we’d love to meet them. However, visits from outside parties must be brief, and we can’t extend the use of our hammocks, bathrooms and showers. The good news is the beach is close, as are the Riis Park Beach Bazaar’s beer garden, boardwalk food concessions, arcade and more.
Power/Connectivity: There is no WiFi at the campground and cell service can be spotty. There is WiFi at the nearby Riis Bazaar. Portable, beach-ready solar chargers are available for on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend bringing an external battery for your phone.
Safety/Security: A campground attendant is always on site. United States Park Police patrol all of Gateway National Recreation Area 24 hours a day.
Pets: Pets are not permitted. Please refer to https://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/pets.htm and note that, “Emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs are not considered service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA.”
things to bring:
Water Bottles. As just one small way we try to keep our environmental impact to a minimum, we do not sell bottled water — so be sure to bring your own bottles. Water is available on site.
Hat, Sunscreen and Bug Spray. Encouraged for all campers.
Beach Towel. Camp Rockaway provides towels for use in the shower facilities only. Please bring a beach towel with you.
Layers. A long sleeve shirt, sweatshirt, long pants, socks, and a hat should keep you comfortable. (It can be chilly near the water, especially at night.)
Shoes. Closed-toed, hard-soled shoes in addition to sandals.