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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SCHODACK ISLAND STATE PARK, NY
Book a Site at SCHODACK ISLAND STATE PARK, NY
** 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.
**** Some sites may be available only from the campground. Call the park to check availability.
Description
Schodack Island State Park sits off the eastern shore of the Hudson River just south of Albany. Approximately seven miles of Hudson River and Schodack Creek shoreline bound the 1,052-acre site. The park has been designated a State Estuary, and a portion of the park shelters a Bird Conservation Area (BCA) that is home to bald eagles, cerulean warblers and blue herons that nest in the cottonwood trees. Eight miles of multi-use trails wind through a variety of ecological communities. In addition, the park has an improved bike trail, volleyball nets, horseshoe and a kayak/canoe launch site.
Geography:
Schodack Island State Park is located 13 miles south of Albany along NYS Route 9J.
Recreation:
Boating, fishing, and picnicking are the park's most popular summer activities.
Facilities:
The park's facilities include campsites, boat launch, playground, a nature trail, picnic tables and pavilions and showers.
Nearby Attractions:
Cherry Plain State Park, Thompsons Lake State Park, Max V. Shaul State Park
Campsite
Fri Sep 20 2024 - Thu Jun 19 2025Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.
Pavilion
Thu Oct 03 2024 - Tue Aug 19 2025Reservations must be made 14 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.
Tent Shelter
Thu Oct 03 2024 - Tue Aug 19 2025Reservations must be made 14 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.
Schodack Island State Park - 2024 Camping Season:
Creekside Loop: April 19, 2024 - November 17, 2024
Riverside Loop: May 3, 2024 - October 13, 2024
Overflow/Bicycle: May 5, 2023 - November 17, 2024
Schodack Island State Park - 2025 Camping Season:Creekside Loop: April 25, 2025 - November 16, 2025
Riverside Loop: May 2, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Overflow/Bicycle: May 2, 2025 - November 16, 2025
Season Schedule
- Bicycle Riding
- Boat Launch
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Boating
- Canoeing
- Dump Station
- Fishing
- Geocaching
- Hiking Trail
- Horseshoes
- Kayaking
- Kiosk
- Maintenance
- Parking
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Playground
- Powerboating
- Recycling Station
- Restroom
- Showers
- Volleyball
- Water
42.51778, -73.75944
42°31'4"N, 73°45'34"W
Schodack Island State Park is located 13 miles south of Albany along NYS Route 9J.
Mailing Address:
SCHODACK ISLAND STATE PARK1 Schodack Way (PO BOX 7)
Schodack Landing NY 12156