Average Rating: 4.9/5
"What a valuable resource! Extensive photos and descriptions help so much with planning and scoping out potential new campgrounds. Cancellations make it easier to keep an eye out for favorite..."
"I wouldn't book a campsite without looking at the pictures provided and the descriptions given by Basecamp. I Love Basecamp. I always get a good site."
"Love this site! Always improving, always top notch support!!! My go to for finding the best campsites! Thank you Dave for all you do!"
"Dave makes researching a campsite so easy with all his pictures and notes. Not to mention the cancellation process notifications that make it easy to see what's been cancelled recently. Ke..."
"Planned out an entire summer using Basecamp. Picked our sites based on pictures available. So easy when camping with 2 tents and a camper to see the set up. Worth every penny!!!"
"The amount of time Dave has put into this is unimaginable. Thank you so much for keeping the membership affordable, while offering the absolute best services for campers."
"Base Camp has been a game changer for planning are family camping trips. I’m the person who does the research and planning. The pictures of the sites are so helpful when trying to find t..."
"This site has saved our camping experiences numerous times! Since Covid, finding a campsite is a nightmare. This site has allowed my family to continue enjoying Base Camp has been a game cha..."
"Basecamp is my go to for finding sites, checking (and booking) cancellations and keeping my camping reservations current with the 9 month out booking buddy. This is an invaluable resource! M..."
"This site has been very helpful in getting a few campsites through the last few years. With the increased popularity in camping, it has been difficult to secure a campsite. All my campsites ..."
"Dave, Your site; insights, tips, cancellation notifications & campsite photos continue to blow us away! 3 years ago, as new campers finding any available site seemed overwhelming, imposs..."
"My family has been using this service for the past five years and have found it invaluable to our camping experience. The amount of pictures there are four a site really gives you the feel o..."
"We got a camper in 2023 and immediately felt anxiety about how we would find available campsites. After joining Basecamp we have been able to find desirable spots most of the time. The camp ..."
"Dave and Kate: The dedication and hard work that you put into this website is truly amazing. I can't imagine how much effort it takes to travel, take pictures, and assemble this type of we..."
"Not sure I could praise Dave McGrath enough for his passion, dedication and never-ending hard work to make life for all Adirondack camp lovers so much better! We’ve been part of the CampAD..."
"I absolutely love this site! It has been wonderful and extremely helpful when trying to book a NYS campground."
"I so appreciate all Dave’s talent and dedication in providing a site that makes reserving camping cancellations so easy and seamless! This year’s camping schedule is the best one yet for..."
"We use this site every time we camp. The campsite photos are very helpful. The site is easy to use!"
"We absolutely love this site! We’ve had trouble getting reservations the traditional way and find it very stressful. Since discovering this site, we camp as much as we want with great site..."
"I don't know how I'd book our sites without seeing the photos that Dave provides!! Basecamp is the best!"
"This website is our go to first place we check for any campsite related questions or when wanting to book a campsite in the Adirondacks. The pictures of the sites are an invaluable resource..."
"Each year since joining I've snagged a great cancellation. One was Southwick in the full hookup area and one at Sampson. I’ve also been able make solid site decisions from looking at photos. So helpful! Worth every penny."
"We have used base camp for alot of years to get sites and pick up cancelations and every year the things you add to it just make it better. I am not real tech savvy but after a couple min I ..."
"We are enjoying several new State Parks this year and love looking at all the photos of each site to find the best available one for us. We have also benefited from the campsite cancellation..."
"This is a wonderful site. I love seeing the sites so I can book what looks good and know what I will get!"
"This is a great service. It has afforded me the opportunity to not only snag cancellations, but also get the best views of sites so we can always pick a winner!"
"Absolutely love this site. Thank you so much for a world of information. Pretty much the best site ever. Thank you Dave."
"We love base camp for many reasons, the pictures are 100% worth the subscription and the cancelations are a big perk! The site is fairly easy to navigate and worth every penny! "
"Love it! Well worth it! It’s the only way we book sites for NYS! Would highly recommend! Will not disappoint!"
"This is such a helpful tool for picking campsites, most especially if you've never visited the particular campground. We've been able to make great decisions for great camping experiences. S..."
"CampAdk/Basecamp has allowed me to more easily make informed booking choices when It comes to NYS public campgrounds. Being Able to see photos of the exact site you are booking is very helpf..."
"We use this everytime we want to make a tenting reservation!! Thank you for the picture access. It has saved us a lot time and energy."
"Very helpful for last minute reservations. I have used this database many times, and also love the photos. Thank you!"
"Base Camp has been very helpful in finding sites. I don't reserve a site more than a few weeks in advance so the cancellation function is extremely useful."
"My wife and I enjoy Base Camp a great deal, We have a 35 foot motorhome and we love to camp in many of the out of the way New York State Campgrounds. Since we started using Base Camp it has ..."
"This platform has proven itself to be an invaluable resource! Its capacity to provide extensive research on campgrounds, complete with a plethora of images for each site, is truly remarkable..."
"This site is amazing! I wish every state had a site like this. Not only has this site helped me score some of the best campsites in NYS Dave has also helped me with campgrounds in Maine and NH! Thank you for all that you do!"
"We've been members for several years and love how the site has grown. The pictures and information available is fantastic and can't thank you for the site and recommend it enough. It's very ..."
"We love to camp in all the NYS parks. The Adirondacks is my favorite place to camp and this site makes it happen. We use this site to plan our vacations! Thank you for this great service!"
"Can’t say enough great things about it. It makes choosing my site so easy and getting a cancellation is awesome."
"I love what Dave has done this is the most helpful. We have been able to get some beautiful water sites and fully see sites before booking"
"Thanks Dave! Just got a site for 2 full weeks at Fish Creek for next July, through a cancellation!"
"This website gives you an insight into what the majority of campsites look like before you book. There are usually many pictures for each site at all different angles, Park map and amenities..."
"Big thanks to Dave and Kate for their excellent work. Fish Creek is my favorite campground and even though I know it well it is always great to be able to review the sites prior to attempti..."
"I have been able to book many different sites thanks to the cancelation feature offered. The price is well worth it for everything you get. The photos shown of the sites gives you great in..."
"Love being able to see the sites sizes are also listed the ability to get water sites. The best money spent."
"I am a charter member of Base Camp. The subscription has saved me countless hours of researching a site I may have been unfamiliar with. Gone are the old days of driving to a campground to c..."
"I've been able to reserve wonderful spots off Basecamp. The only thing that ticks me off is when another individual only takes part of cancellation and it still shows as a the full cancellation instead of what's left."
"I love BaseCamp. This is awesome and so helpful. I have been able to get last minute sites that worked out great."
"We have been paid subscribers for 2 years now and consider it an essential and integral part of our camping trip planning. Having pictures of all the sites and campgrounds we want to visit i..."
Last Updated: May 15, 2025
Please read the following terms carefully before subscribing to or renewing BaseCamp. By proceeding with your subscription or renewal, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
1. Overview
BaseCamp is the core subscription service of the CampADK.com / New York State Campsite Photos website. It provides tools and resources to explore New York State campgrounds and make more informed camping decisions. While BaseCamp covers all types of campsites, it places slightly more emphasis on waterside options, with added photo coverage and categorization. BaseCamp enhances trip planning through rich visuals and detailed site information.
2. Features Included
- Over 200,000 high-resolution campsite photos from most DEC and OPRHP campgrounds - Detailed campsite information - Watersite breakdowns clarify whether a site is waterfront, waterview, or access-only - Photo Archives – view campsite photos from previous shoots - Favorite tracking - mark favorite campgrounds and individual campsites - Add private or public notes to any campsite - No ads - clean, distraction-free browsing3. Account Use and Restrictions
Personal Use Only
BaseCamp access is intended for personal, non-commercial use only. Sharing your login or redistributing any content from the website — including photos, text, or screenshots — through email, social media, or printed materials is strictly prohibited without written permission from Dave McGrath.
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Ownership
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Some data (such as site numbers, sizes, and locations) comes from publicly available New York State sources and is provided for reference.
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Subscriptions are billed annually and do not renew automatically. Users must manually renew.
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We aim for consistent access, but occasional outages may occur due to updates or technical issues. Continuous uptime is not guaranteed.
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BaseCamp subscriptions are non-refundable. We recommend reviewing all features before subscribing to ensure the service meets your needs. That said, we understand mistakes happen. If you accidentally subscribed or did not intend to complete your purchase, please contact us within a reasonable timeframe. Refund requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
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Last Updated: May 15, 2025
By subscribing to or renewing the BaseCamp Pro Add-On, you agree to the following terms:
1. What You Get
The BaseCamp Pro Add-On includes access to:
– Cancellation Alerts – Viewable on the website (filtered and unfiltered) – E-Alerts – Email and/or push notifications – 9-Month-Out Booking BuddyThese tools help you discover campsite cancellations and guide you to the official reservation site to book.
2. About the Data
Cancellation info comes from third-party sources and user contributions. It’s provided as-is and may not always be complete or accurate. You are responsible for how you use it.
3. Pro Add-On Availability & Risk
The BaseCamp Pro Add-On relies on external systems for cancellation data. Access to these systems may change or be interrupted without notice. Continued access to BaseCamp Pro features is not guaranteed. By subscribing, you accept this risk and agree that BaseCamp is not liable for missed alerts or booking opportunities.
4. No Refunds
Because the BaseCamp Pro Add-On is offered for a such a modest fee, and relies on access to third-party data, the Pro fee is non-refundable. No refunds will be issued, even if one or more Pro features become unavailable.
5. Fair Use Limits
To ensure equal access for all members, reasonable daily limits apply to how many cancellation results you can view.
6. E-Alert Volume
To keep BaseCamp affordable, E-Alert delivery is subject to quota limits. BaseCamp reserves the right to adjust these limits at any time to manage operating costs, ensure fair usage, and maintain system performance. Additional capacity may be available but will be subject to an added fee.
User profiles coming very soon so you can personalize your experience on NYSCP using your Facebook Credentials:
Setup your equipment size.
Specify your favorite campgrounds.
Enter your dates of interest.
Enter public/private notes for individual campsites.
Enter reviews for campgrounds you have camped at.
Offer your cancellations and make cancellation requests.
And much more!
Search Examples:
Search for a campground by name:
Search for a campground by nickname (ie fish creek is 'fcp'):
Search for a specific site at a campground:
Search for a specific site at a campground (shortcut 1):
Search for a specific site at a campground (shortcut 2):
Enter a topic. For example etc...