šļøĀ The Wknd Campout šļø returns bigger than ever on June 3,Ā 4 and 5, 2022!
It's a full weekend of sampling all the adventure you can handle in a safe and responsible space, including bike trips, climbing, mindfulness, entertainment and moreĀ presented to you by an amazing andĀ experienced Hosting Team!
Whether you're just starting out outdoors or you're pretty experienced but want a great way to get your friends to join you, this will be the most epic, fun andĀ welcoming camping experience you'll ever try!
Camping (with parking), Saturday activities, Sunday activities and meals are all available separately.
But if you really want to get the most out of The Wknd Campout, get The Wknd Pass from the dropdown below and get 15% off the entire weekend vs. reserving everything separately!
FRIDAY JUNE 3
12pm - 8pm Check in, settle in. Get to know your campground, an outdoor art gallery
"If New Paltz were a Tinder profile, a lot of people would be swiping right. This town about 80 miles north of New York City, in southern Ulster County, is sporty, brainy, cultured and beautiful. Cradled by a mountain range, surrounded by meadows and forested preserves, cut through by a river, anchored by a state university and speckled with historic houses, shops and galleries, it attracts athletes, day-trippers, art lovers and now..." Outerthere fam! - N.Y. Times
RESTAURANTS THAT DELIVER TO OUR CAMPGROUND
These restaurants deliver and are also accessible by car (3 minutes) or walking (30 to 45 minutes).
DEBUTING AT THE CAMPOUT, OUR FOLDUP KAYAKS
This summer, we're making the outdoors more accessible!
We're taking you on unique kayaking trips to places you wouldn't be able to access any other way and for less money than you'd expect.
How? We're debuting our new foldup kayaks at the Wknd Campout! Be one of the first to try one at the #sunset kayaking planned trip on Saturday June 4.
Reserve in the drop down.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Walk-ins welcome!
Kids 10 and younger can camp for free in your tent. Use code KIDSFREE at checkout for every kid you're bringing under 10.
This tripĀ isĀ includedĀ at no additional charge when you get yourĀ Annual Pass!
This trip is ideal for BEGINNERS. Learn more aboutHow We Rate Trips.
You can sign up toĀ theĀ day's activities separately.Ā But if you want to try everything, you'll save 15% by choosing the Wknd Pass below!
You canĀ choose to only try camping and just chillax; you do not have to sign up for any activities.Ā
Roundtrip shuttle available from NYCĀ onĀ Friday and returning late on Sunday only. Shuttles will not return to NYC on Friday or Saturday. They will not pickup from NYC on Saturday or Sunday morning.Ā Courtesy shuttles will be available to and from different activities and the New Paltz bus depot Saturday and Sunday (upon request, schedule TBD, reserve via Welcome email sent after you book this trip). Masks enforced inside vehicles. This trip is included with your Ryde Pass.
This trip is accessible using public transit on Trailways.Ā Roundtrip is $46. Buses depart all day starting 7am. It's an hour and 40 minute ride. Outerthere shuttlesĀ can pick you upĀ from bus depot on Main Street in New Paltz upon request.
Driving there in your own vehicle? Parking is limited and traffic congestion isĀ severe in New Paltz - like NYC during rush hour severe. Arrive early to avoid any issues.
The Campout is tent camping. That means that there will not be showers. There will be sharedĀ rinsing basins with fresh water and port-a-johns availableĀ for your convenience. Bring your own soap, water container and towel.
You do not have to camp at all. Plenty of hotel and bed & breakfast options in town. You can hang out with us at our campground and sign up for any trip you want.
Also, camper vans welcome! Please reserve any option that includes Camping. Camping includes parking spot.
We ask our guests to adhere to our physical distancing and face covering policy below, including around the campfire.
If you've read all this, thank you. You get a 40% discount on anyĀ 2022Ā hike, campingĀ orĀ kayaking trip onĀ the TripĀ Calendar! Go ahead and add your trip and use code WKNDCAMPOUTGUEST at checkout. Discount only valid whenĀ you sign up for the Wknd Campout and must be used when you reserve the Wknd Campout. Discount only valid for a single trip.
See how 2021's Wknd Campout went down atĀ #whatyoumissed.
My kids are coming.Ā How serious are you about "kid-friendly"?Ā There will be other kids at the campground. And you'll be able to reserve individual, kid-appropriate activities for you and your little ones each day during the Campout (while availability lasts). Also, kids 10 and younger canĀ camp for free (as long as they fit in your tent).
I'm going alone and worried about walking around the campground in the dark. How far apart will the parking lot, campground and campfire be? Refer to the map in the images here. The parking lot is approximately 15 seconds from the checkin table and 30 seconds from the campground. You'll be able to set up your tent within line-of-sight to the campfire.
If I get the Wknd Pass, how can I participate in overlapping activities? There is just one activity that overlaps, the Bonus Day Trippin'. That activity is provided by a partner and is NOT included in your Wknd Pass. You will have to pay separately for that activity, although there's a discount for Wknd Campout guests.
Will there be food?Ā Although coffee and pastries will be provided starting at 7a (first come, first served), food is available in New Paltz, 3 minutes from our campground by car. The map on this page shows restaurants that deliver to our campground. There will be plenty of time between activities to order, receive and eat your food.
Will the camping and activities happen rain or shine? Yes.Ā Rain or shine. Except for climbing. Can't climb in the rain. Also, if there's an electrical storm, kayaking will be canceled. If your activity gets canceled, your credit for that activity will be transferred over to the same activity from our calendar, so you'll be able to do it at a later date.
Ask any questions any time fromĀ the chat boxĀ on this page.
Pickup times and locations for roundtrip transportation sent via email after you've booked your trip.
TRIP DETAILS (I.E. TIME, DATE, DESCRIPTIONS) POSTED HERE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR ANY REASON. Details regarding your trip will be emailed to you after you book.
*Schedule & prices are subject to change. Breaks and shuttling time are factored into schedule. Final times sent via Welcome emails the week of the event.Ā Final schedule will allow time to do each activity if you reserve theĀ WkndĀ Pass.Ā Wknd Pass holders and anyone who registered for bouldering and any activity on Sunday morning: You won't have to chose between one or the other. You can use yourĀ credits toĀ join us on the next available trip for the activity(ies) you missed.Ā Speak to an on-site on-site Hosts for details.