🌤 Weather at John and Patricia Adams Campground at Beaverkill by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26–71 °F | 57–84 °F | 32–74 °F | 16–38 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Albany Airport, 7 mi away, elevation 312 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
The John and Patricia Adams Campground at Beaverkill, formerly the Beaverkill Campground and Day Use Area, is a campground with a day use area run by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) near Roscoe in Sullivan County. It is not a state park. DEC announced the new name on September 29, 2026, in honor of environmentalists John and Patricia Adams.
The campground lies on the Beaverkill trout fishing stream, which flows through the entire developed length of the site. A historic covered bridge, originally built in 1865, spans the stream on the town road.
Quick Facts
| State | New York |
| County | Sullivan |
| Address | 792 Berrybrook Road Spur, Roscoe, NY 12776 |
| Operator | NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) |
| Campsites | 45 tent and trailer sites |
| Season | May 15 to September 7 (DEC) |
| Camping fee | $20 per night; out-of-state residents pay an additional $5 per night (DEC) |
| Campground phone | (845) 439-4281 |
Season and fee as of October 2026, taken from DEC’s campground page in its most recent version we could read (May 2026). Check the DEC campground page before you plan a trip.
The New Name
On September 29, 2026, DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the renaming of DEC’s Beaverkill Campground in honor of John and Patricia Adams, recognizing their contributions to land conservation in New York State. John Adams is the founding chairman of the Open Space Institute and the founding director of the Natural Resources Defense Council. In DEC’s announcement, the Adams family notes that John and Patricia helped preserve lands along the Beaverkill and restore the campground’s historic covered bridge.
DEC’s announcement still links to its campground page under the old name, “Beaverkill Campground and Day Use Area”.
Camping and Facilities
DEC lists 45 tent and trailer sites, a picnic area with tables and grills, flush toilets, hot showers, a pay phone, a trailer dump station and a recycling center. The camping sites lie on the north side of the stream and the picnic area on the south side. You can reserve a site through ReserveAmerica, which DEC links from its campground page.
Firewood rules apply: untreated firewood may be brought to the campground only from within a 50-mile radius, to help prevent the spread of invasive pests and diseases.
Fishing and Swimming
DEC lists brown trout (stocked and wild) and brook trout (wild) in the Beaverkill. Fishing licenses are no longer sold at DEC campgrounds, so buy yours online or by phone before you arrive.
There is a deep pool in the stream next to and underneath the covered bridge. Swimming at DEC campgrounds is not supervised by lifeguards. DEC advises you to enter the water only from the designated beach area, and swimming is prohibited from half an hour before sunset to half an hour after sunrise.
Hiking Nearby
A few miles’ drive north of the campground, the Delaware Wild Forest covers more than 27,000 acres and offers over 33 miles of hiking trails, according to DEC. DEC also notes that the Catskill Fish Hatchery is about 15 miles away, and that shops and restaurants are within 15 miles in Liberty, Livingston Manor and the surrounding area.
Getting There
From New York City: take NY 17 west to Exit 94 and turn left off the ramp onto NY 206 West. After 3 miles turn right onto Beaverkill Road, follow it 4 miles to a Y intersection, then turn right onto Berrybrook Road Spur. The campground entrance is 1 mile ahead on the right.
From Western New York: take NY 17 east to Exit 94, turn left off the ramp, and after 1/10 mile turn left at the traffic light onto NY 206 West. Then follow the directions above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Beaverkill Campground a state park?
No. It is a DEC campground and day use area, not part of New York’s state park system.
What is the Beaverkill Campground called now?
Since DEC’s announcement on September 29, 2026, it is the John and Patricia Adams Campground at Beaverkill.
Can I swim at the campground?
Yes, from the designated beach area only. There are no lifeguards, and swimming is not allowed from half an hour before sunset to half an hour after sunrise.
Explore More Parks in New York
The John and Patricia Adams Campground at Beaverkill is run by DEC, not by New York’s state park system. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in New York guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
Editor’s note: We replaced the earlier version of this page in October 2026. It placed the campground near Albany, used general New York state park text with state park fees and the Empire Pass, and called the site a state park. This version uses DEC’s campground page and DEC’s renaming announcement of September 29, 2026.
More parks nearby: Peebles Island State Park is a short drive away, while Schodack Island State Park lies a short drive away.
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