12 Mile (Horsey Hilton) Camping Area
Gaines, New York
camping area, 4 numbered site, mostly ATV users now
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Wading River is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
New York weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Wading River.
Don't miss local attractions near Wading River. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Paved pull thru spots. Water and electric with a dump station onsite. Nice showers with hot water. If you're into hiking, there are a lot of trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Check in is easy, sites are drive-through, or you may get a back-in with deep woods right behind you: most private. Water is available at the office building spigot.
Mar 18, 2026
So glad it's open again! And so glad they didn't replace the legendary metal slide with all of the renovations they've done. Though I do not enjoy the newly paved road that runs right through the area at the front of the park where we used to love to check out the trees or toss a ball around. Restrooms are only open during camping season, so if you like to frequent parks in the off-seasons like we... So glad it's open again! And so glad they didn't replace the legendary metal slide with all of the renovations they've done. Though I do not enjoy the newly paved road that runs right through the area at the front of the park where we used to love to check out the trees or toss a ball around. Restrooms are only open during camping season, so if you like to frequent parks in the off-seasons like we do, be prepared.
Mar 18, 2026
Been Camping Here since before 1977 with Boy Scouts. from Shoreham, Long Island, New York. Needs WiFi services throughout the Park, Optimum Emergency WiFi, nothing except at Office for WiFi
Mar 18, 2026
Computers down no backup system. Paper pen? How can you just shut door and say oh well? People have reservations and others need a spot. Very disorganized.
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