Footnotes: (applicable only where specifically marked above)
** Arrival dates earlier than the online-reservation-window may also be available at the facility.
*** Some sites may be available only from the campground on a first-come-first-served basis.
Camping reservations can be made up to 9 months in advance. Sites become available at the 9-month window at the following times:
March 15 - Labor Day: 8AM Monday - Friday, 9AM Saturday & Sunday.
Day after Labor Day - March 14: 9AM Monday - Friday, 9AM Saturday & Sunday.
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DEVILS TOMBSTONE CAMPGROUND, NY
Devil's Tombstone is one of the oldest campgrounds in the Catskill Forest Preserve. Its location, deep in Stony Clove, surrounded by some of the highest peaks in the Catskills, makes it a haven for serious hikers. The campground's trails lead to Hunter Mountain, with the ...
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Description
Devil's Tombstone is one of the oldest campgrounds in the Catskill Forest Preserve. Its location, deep in Stony Clove, surrounded by some of the highest peaks in the Catskills, makes it a haven for serious hikers. The campground's trails lead to Hunter Mountain, with the highest historic fire tower in New York State, Indian Head, and West Kill Range. This is a small, primitive campground, with wooded sites and a small, shallow lake, Notch Lake.
Geography:
Devil's Tombstone is located in a rugged mountain pass in the Catskill Mountains called Stony Clove. It is rumored that Stony Clove was a favorite haunt of the Devil during the early days of settlement in the Catskills. The Devil's Tombstone itself is a large boulder that was carried down the mountain many centuries ago, by a landslide or a glacier.
Recreation:
The hiking is amazing here, and campers will enjoy relaxing by Notch Lake after a long, fulfilling hike. Swimming and boating can be enjoyed at North-South Lake, nine miles away. Hunting is allowed outside campground boundaries. Children will enjoy the playground and participating in the Junior Naturalist Program.
Facilities:
The campground's wooded sites have picnic tables and fireplaces. Water spigots are available. Showers are available at North-South Lake, nine miles away. The park also has two picnic areas with tables and fireplaces or charcoal grills, a children's playground, a volleyball court, horseshoes, firewood for sale, and hiking trails.
Nearby Attractions:
The park is four miles from Hunter Mountain, which hosts ethnic festivals throughout the summer season, with the sky ride operating, for a fine view from the mountain. Nearby towns offer restaurants, shops, and a movie theater. Tubing, go-carts, miniature golf, and a number of golf courses and horseback riding facilities are located within easy driving distance.
Booking Window
Fri Jul 17 2026 - Fri Apr 16 2027
Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.
Season Dates
Season Schedule
Park Season
Start
End
Peak
Wed Jul 01 2026
Sun Sep 06 2026
Non Peak
Mon Sep 07 2026
Sun Oct 11 2026
Core
Fri May 14 2027
Wed Jun 30 2027
Peak
Thu Jul 01 2027
Sun Sep 05 2027
Services and Amenities
Within Park
- Firewood Sales
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseshoes
- Information Center
- Parking
- Picnic Tables
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Recreation Programs
- Restroom
- Shower Building
- Toilet, Pit/Vault
- Volleyball
- Water Spigot
Within 10 Miles
- Antiquing
- Golfing
- Horseback Riding
- Hospital
- Hunting
- Paintball Games
- Restaurant
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Theme Park
- Tourist Attraction
- Wildlife Viewing
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
42.15298, -74.20663
42°9'11"N, 74°12'24"W
From the South: Take the NYS Thruway (I-87); take Exit 19 at Kingston. Follow Route 28 West to Phoenicia. At Phoenicia, follow the signs for Route 214. The campground is located on Route 214, approximately 9 miles on the left. From the North: Take the NYS Thruway (I-87); take Exit 21 at Catskill. Go left on Route 23 East to Route 9W South. Follow Route 9W through Catskill to Route 23A West, through Tannersville. Turn left on Route 214, 2 miles past Tannersville. The campground is located on Route 214, approximately 3 miles on the right.
42.15298, -74.20663
42°9'11"N, 74°12'24"W
From the South: Take the NYS Thruway (I-87); take Exit 19 at Kingston. Follow Route 28 West to Phoenicia. At Phoenicia, follow the signs for Route 214. The campground is located on Route 214, approximately 9 miles on the left. From the North: Take the NYS Thruway (I-87); take Exit 21 at Catskill. Go left on Route 23 East to Route 9W South. Follow Route 9W through Catskill to Route 23A West, through Tannersville. Turn left on Route 214, 2 miles past Tannersville. The campground is located on Route 214, approximately 3 miles on the right.
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
DEVILS TOMBSTONE CAMPGROUNDNYS Route 214
HUNTER NY 12442
Phone Number:
Information:
(845)688-7160
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