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New York State Campsite Photos (aka BaseCamp/CampADK) Reviews (134)
Average Rating
4.9
5 star 125 (93.3%)
4 star 5 (3.7%)
2 star 1 (0.7%)
1 star 3 (2.2%)
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Ronald Roberts
(Yorkville, NY)
November 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
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
Developer Response: Glad the site has been helpful for you Ronald!
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Tina Sorell
November 2024
Verified Account since July 2021
Thanks Dave! Just got a site for 2 full weeks at Fish Creek for next July, through a cancellation!
Developer Response: Excellent! Congrats Tina! Hard to beat a watersite at Fish Creek!
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Larry Boehmer
(Liverpool, NY)
November 2024
Verified Account since November 2021
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. The filters for size of sight and which campground you’re interested in is in valuable.
Developer Response: Thanks Larry! And we have another 40,000 photos to add for 31 camprounds between now and April.
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John H
October 2024
Verified Account since July 2021
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 attempting to book. All that use the site should support their efforts by joining.
Developer Response: Appreciate it John!
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Fritz L
October 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
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 insight into picking someplace that will work for your particular camp style.
Developer Response: Thanks Fritz!
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Maria H
October 2024
Verified Account since September 2022
Please bring the old format back for cancellations. we have been depending on these as we work weekdays and it is difficult to find a good site on weekends. The new format was difficult to navigate.
Developer Response: Thank you for your feedback. For 2025 there is the basic version of Cancellation Alerts which has some restrictions, but will work for most users and remains a free bonus for BaseCampers. As noted on the Cancellation Alerts page the new BaseCamp Pro add-on option provides all features of what you are calling the old format including viewing all cancellations, for all campgrounds, all sites and all season dates. Additional features are forthcoming as well that will take our ultimate Cancellation Alert features to the next level! Checking your account I see that you haven't setup any cancellation filters to tell BaseCamp what cancellations you are looking for which is why you don't see any cancellations.
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Louise Nova
(Syracuse, NY)
October 2024
Verified Account since July 2021
I do not like the new format. It doesn’t give me the option of seeing cancellations for all NYS campgrounds. In addition it wouldn’t accept all my information re: filters We have been base camp users for years. The other system was much easier to navigate.
Developer Response: Thank you for your feedback. We are in the middle of transitioning to 2025 cancellations. For 2025 there is the basic version of Cancellation Alerts which has some restrictions, but will work for most users and remains a free bonus for BaseCampers. As noted on the Cancellation Alerts page the new BaseCamp Pro add-on option (available in a day or two) will provide all features including viewing all cancellations, for all campgrounds, all sites and all season dates. Additional features are forthcoming as well that will take our ultimate Cancellation Alert features to the next level! Checking your account I see that you haven't selected any campgrounds or any dates to view which is why you don't see any cancellations.
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Ronlad Roberts
(Yorkville, NY)
October 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Love being able to see the sites sizes are also listed the ability to get water sites. The best money spent.
Developer Response: Thanks Ronlad!
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Sharon Frederick
October 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
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 check out whether it will fit my rig, if it's level or what kind of fireplace or waterfront it has. I can do so without leaving my home. More pictures per site, per campground than any other website guaranteed. I am able to pick sites at campgrounds I have never been to before with the confidence of knowing what to expect. I have picked up many cancellations using the cancellation alert page. Didn't get your site in the 9 month booking window through RA? No worries. When the site or another one at your favorite campground becomes available, you'll be one of, if not the first to know about it. If you are on the fence, get off it and join. You won't be disappointed.
Developer Response: Thanks for the thorough review Sharon!
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Sandi Card
(CNY)
October 2024
Verified Account since April 2022
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.
Developer Response: Thank you for your feedback. Remember these are cancellation alerts not real time availability. After the alert is created a site can get scooped up at any time, reappear because someone abandoned their cart and often only some dates are taken. Rather than constantly trying to keep up with the aftermath of a cancellation BaseCamp focuses on finding new cancellations to alert members.
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Georgiann Mock
(Amsterdam, NY)
October 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
I love BaseCamp. This is awesome and so helpful. I have been able to get last minute sites that worked out great.
Developer Response: Thanks Georgiann!
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Kevin D
(Lockport, NY)
October 2024
Verified Account since March 2023
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 is awesome, especially for planning group trips. The photos are awesome and accurate. The site descriptions, with all the dimensions and amenities, are extremely helpful, especially for those with trailers/RVs.
Developer Response: Yes all the new photos include extra shots from the road and looking back to help those with trailers who are concerned about trees and obstacles on entry. Glad it is helpful Kevin!
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Cathy S
(Buffalo, NY)
October 2024
Verified Account since October 2024
Always view this website before reserving a site. Like to see sites on both sides and location of fire pit.
Developer Response: Thanks Cathy!
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Chris White
October 2024
Verified Account since June 2022
We saw a recommendation for this website years ago and now recommend it to others. At first we wanted to see pictures of the sites, and this webpage is amazing for that purpose - in fact that is what I am currently doing. Shortly after we had a membership, we became very dependent on the cancellation notices to find a camping site because there were all booked. For quite at least a couples of years we found incredible waterfront sites that were cancellations. if not for this website, we may have had to skip camping for the season. I love to paddleboard and canoe. The pictures and description of the site give great information on how easy it is to access those from your site. We absolutely recommend this website!
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Tyler Schiske
(Wyoming, NY)
October 2024
Verified Account since October 2021
We’ve been using BaseCamp for years now, it helps us plan every trip whether it’s close to home or in the Adirondacks. Highly recommend before booking a site.
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Dale Lagas
(Syracuse, NY)
September 2024
Verified Account since October 2023
You ask a question on here and no one responds. Very discouraged in the customer service. Guess no one cares.
Developer Response: Thank you for your feedback, and we’re truly sorry to hear about your experience. We strive to provide prompt responses across multiple channels, including online chat, FB Messenger, email, text, direct phone to a real person, WhatsApp and our two active Facebook groups. After reviewing your comment, we couldn’t find a record of a previous inquiry through any of these channels.
We respond to questions on our Facebook Groups 365 days a year, typically the same day, and you can also reach a real person via phone almost anytime. For more information on how to reach us, please visit our Customer Support / Contact Us page. We genuinely care and hope to assist you soon.
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Lisa M Sloper
(Camden , NY)
September 2024
Verified Account since August 2021
Love being able to see the sites. I don’t reserve without looking first. I’ve even added some of my own pics.
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Harry James
(Western NY)
September 2024
Verified Account since September 2021
Great job Dave, I find it very helpful when looking for a new camping site, especially when it's a new campground.
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Dean Fisher
(12581)
September 2024
Verified Account since March 2022
Excellent site that gives great pics of the site that you wish to reserve. I'm a big fan...keep up the great work!
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Maura Lynch
September 2024
Verified Account since September 2021
So incredibly helpful! Great photos that really help choose the right spot for you. I have gotten out camping more since I was able to use the cancellation listings to find amazing last minute spots. My favorite camping resource. I tell everyone about it.
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Jae and Rob
(Rochester, NY)
September 2024
Verified Account since June 2024
I did not think that I would appreciate the resources enough to warrant the yearly cost, but I was absolutely wrong!
I have thoroughly enjoyed the ability to look at photos of each campsite, comparing them for size, level-ness, proximity to water and resources, etc. That alone would probably be enough to justify spending the membership money, but the cancellation opportunities with filters put it over the top.
We have camped at some of the most beautiful lakeside sites this summer, all thanks to the cancellation notices (and regular checking of the site!) Even without the implementation of a notification system (which may be in the works!) the NY State Campsite Photos cancellation page shows me in nearly-real-time when sites matching my chosen criteria become available - allowing me to check ReserveAmerica, see nearby/neighboring sites, views and make an immediate decision if it meets my timing needs!
Well worth the money, and the personalized support from the site owner has been top-notch. If you're on the fence about joining, take the plunge. It's the cost of one night camping, and you will make that investment back many times over when you think of how much you'll be enjoying a lakeside site next summer. <3
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Rachael Gonzales
(Albany, NY)
September 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Fantastic! This resource is a great tool when planning family camping trips in the Adirondacks.
We recommend to anyone looking for honest and real photos and feedback
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Eugene Winden
(Fulton, NY)
September 2024
Verified Account since July 2021
Great except when I have to log more than I should! What more can I say . Stop having me log in all the time, it is annoying!
Developer Response:
Thank you for your feedback! We understand how repeated logins can be frustrating. After reviewing your account, it appears that you've used BaseCamp frequently over the past two months and were only required to log in twice. With the 'Remember Me' option enabled, you should only need to log in again after 30 days of inactivity.
If the login issue is happening on Reserve America, which we redirect to for reservations, unfortunately, we have no control over their login settings, and they do require re-login after 20 minutes of inactivity. We hope this helps clarify the situation, but if you’re still having trouble, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
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Brigitte Theriault
(Belœil, Québec)
September 2024
Verified Account since July 2023
Love it and will registrate every year 👍 its really helpful and the pictures are just wow 🤩 I always recommend it to My family and friends.
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Kristi H
August 2024
Verified Account since April 2023
I've been using Basecamp for two years now, and it has truly transformed my camping experience. As someone who is particular about the sites we choose, the photos provided have been an invaluable asset in our reservation booking process. They’ve allowed us to assess site specifics like parking difficulty, ease of access to water on waterfront sites, privacy levels, and even how challenging leveling might be—all before we arrive.
One of my favorite features is the cancellation gem. We love camping at different spots every weekend, and playing the cancellation game has added an exciting twist to our adventures. There have been weeks where we didn’t know where we'd end up on Friday, only to snag a killer site by Wednesday!
Basecamp has made our camping experience more adventurous and spontaneous. Over the last two years, we've discovered some favorite spots, and the "Favorites" feature has made it incredibly easy to keep track of them. Basecamp has truly enhanced our outdoor adventures, and I can't imagine camping without it!
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Karen G
(Cato, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since September 2021
BaseCamp has been invaluable in helping us choose a site at a new park or one we haven't been to in awhile. We have a large camper and need to see sites ahead of time to make sure we fit. We use this program a lot! Thanks for keeping it relatively inexpensive.
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Steven J Chase
(Fort Plain, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since October 2022
We used base camp to get into a camp site at last minute vacation very useful site very easy to use and gives people a chance to see sites that are open and the pics of sites are great to see.
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Robin McDonell
(Eastern Ontario)
August 2024
Verified Account since June 2023
We have gotten so many good sites! Would love to see a filter on the main page for electric sites! Thank you for your hard work Dave!
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Justine B
(West Chazy, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since June 2023
Brand new to camping with a spontaneous travel trailer purchase in May 2023, initially I was extremely overwhelmed trying to find weekend sites, followed by disappointment when it seemed everything was booked months in advance. My idea of camping was weekend trips to explore and enjoy the lakes and mountains around me. In comes BaseCamp! I signed up based on a recommendation and have never looked back. The insights and opportunities have been truly invaluable. The hardwork that Dave puts in as well as the support of the community provide an exceptional experience. I have learned so much, and we have had amazing watersites every single trip. Camping would not be the same without Dave and BaseCamp!
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Erin C
August 2024
Verified Account since March 2022
How can you list sites as Labor Day Weekend when the weekend dates are Reserved???!!! Misleading and disappointing to say the least!!! Not one site listed as Labor Day Weekend as a cancellation is available for this weekend!
Developer Response:
Thank you for your feedback! It sounds like there may be some confusion regarding how our system works. The feature you are referencing is a free bonus that provides alerts on cancellations, but it's important to note that these alerts are not in real-time availability updates. If you're checking cancellations that are a few hours old, it's likely those sites have already been rebooked, especially during high-demand weekends like Labor Day.
Be sure to check the timestamp on each cancellation alert, and keep in mind that popular sites get snapped up quickly. Understanding how this feature works and using our cancellation filters can significantly improve your chances of success, as many other users have found. If you need any assistance with these tools, we’d be happy to help!
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Guy Clark
(Pavilion, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
The best site ever! We have been able to book several last minute camping trips with awesome sites in the past year. Thank you so much
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Lawrence Cummings
(Catskills, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since July 2022
I love Basecamp very helpful when planning or even looking for a quick getaway with the recent cancelations well worth to join and be a part of the group.
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Tom Walsh
(Westchester County, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I have been a member of Basecamp for years and I highly recommend to every camper I know to join up. We have been able to book some great waterfront cancellations and also have offered up several sites we have had to cancel ourselves. Dave has done an amazing job with all of the individual site photo's which make our hunt for amazing sites just a little easier. The minimal cost is well worth it, we will be members for as long as we are campers!
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Dave Hamilton
August 2024
Verified Account since March 2023
Easy to use very helpful planning trips photos are great . We recommend this site to other RVers that we meet . A member for 2 years.
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Tracie Mason
(Cape Vincent, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Love this site! I don't book a camp site without looking here 1st. The pic of sites, the who's open late in the season search. Wonderful! I recommend it to all my camping buddies. Not really a glamper but this site is a must for all campers.
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Maria
(Albany, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since September 2022
We camp a lot during camping season and I have to say, this site have helped us a lot. We have a trailer and have been in tight, uneven, rocky sites before, where we would have a hard time backing up, getting out (because of trees) or trying to level the camper, there are times we just wanted to leave. Now I never book a site without looking at the pictures in all angles first. So worth it.
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Catherine
(Albany, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since August 2022
This is my second summer using Basecamp and it has been an invaluable resource! I have been able to book last minute trips due to the cancellation notification page and the photos of each site are tremendously helpful. What did I do before I had these awesome features to refer to?? Thanks, Dave, for such an awesome resource!! I appreciate how much work must be put into it!
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Rebecca Hart-DeMagistris
(Johnstown. NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since August 2022
Great site. Accurate photos and helpful when planning. Base camp helps us find sites. Love the cancelation tracker. Great way to pick up sites.
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S Jay
August 2024
Verified Account since March 2023
This site allows for a very easy way to keep track of where I've camped and might like to try in the future. An absolutely priceless tool for planning camping trips!
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Judi Duclos
(Saratoga Springs, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
I've been a member since 2021. Joined as Hubby and I were just starting out in our camping adventures. We have been on some awesome sites thanks to BaseCamp!
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Janne Lanzoni
(Keeseville, NY)
August 2024
Verified Account since July 2022
Since I have joined Basecamp I am camping a lot more. I log into the site at least once a week to check cancellations now that I have been to more parks and know what sites I like. I have also been meeting lots of new people that also enjoy camping. Thank you so much for creating this site for us!
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Sarah Milliman
July 2024
Verified Account since July 2024
There is a campsite near me that I've been trying to book for the past 3 years without success. It is always booked every night. I joined Basecamp mostly to see the detailed pictures of other sites. I started checking the cancellations just for fun to see what was out there- and less then 24 hours after joining Basecamp there was a cancellation for my dream site!!! I'm so excited to spend 8 nights there in a couple of weeks! Thanks so much for the service, it is worth every penny!
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Laura Oram
(Sackets Harbor, NY)
July 2024
Verified Account since October 2022
Book ALL my sites (at least 6 trips per season) through base camp. ALL waterfront prime sites. I don’t know my schedule 10 months out so this is the perfect way to get sites and see multiple photos to know if it is the perfect site for us!
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Lynne Murray Smith
(Albany, NY)
July 2024
Verified Account since July 2021
I got 2 reservations at my favorite campground this summer only because of this website. I tried 9 mos in advance at 9 am and could not get a site! Thanks Dave!!
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Gwen Barron
(Vernon, NY)
July 2024
Verified Account since August 2021
I have gotten the best water sites through Dave!
I rarely book ahead through Reserve America anymore.
It is so much easier to just pick up a cancellation.
Thank you Dave for all you do!!
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Joann Higgs
(Fulton, NY)
July 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
I love being able to see cancellations for my last minute trips. If not for the photos I would get myself in a pickle with my camper! Lol
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Erica B
(Dutchess County, NY)
July 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
BaseCamp is an amazing resource! My family only tent camps. I appreciate access to all the photos when making a decision on a site. I look for only sites on water, and use the photos to judge if access to the shore line is a good fit for us. Also, photos cross site and of road help me see how private a site will be.
The site notes that include how far restrooms and water taps are is super helpful!
We've used the Cancellations feature to book about 6 to 8 sites over the last couple of years.
Thank you Dave for all the hard work!
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Valerie Hurley-DelSignore
(Glens Falls, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
This site has been a life safer. We visit Fish Creek as a family and require 3-6 sites every year. Until Dave created this site we have always been scattered. Now with the use of this site we can get very near if not right next to each other, making this camping trip more like a family reunion and being able to spend more time together. WORTH EVERY PENNY!!! I can't imagine all the time and effort Dave puts into this site and can't THANK HIM enough!! Love all the photos as well!!!
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Brandie
(Fulton, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since February 2022
I Like the option to research a site before booking it. The quality of the photos are very awesome and informative to the surroundings of site as well.
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Kara Leahy
(Rochester, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
This website has been a game changer for us. The array of photos that Basecamp provides allows us to understand whether or not the site will meet our needs...from waterfront proximity, tree obstructions, levelness, size, etc...it is priceless. Prior to Basecamp, we would rely on the Reserve America site barebones information, which led to much disappointment and frustration when arriving at the site. Aside from the photos and other key info, the Basecamp cancellation feature has enabled us to book prime sites without the stress of snagging that primo site nine months in advance. Every single site we have booked this season (all waterfront!!) has been thru Basecamp cancellations. Priceless!!!
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Susan Hitchcock
(Malta, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Basecamp has been a great addition in assisting us to book campgrounds/sites based on photos information and personal experiences.
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Bill Brown
(Plattsburgh, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I have used Basecamp for 3 yrs to get all my reservations. I always select water sites and get some beautiful sites. I love the links that allow me to easily navigate to my reservation. The campsite photos are amazing and really help to pick my sites. Thanks Dave for creating this wonderful tool.
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Mary Treventi
June 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
I love BaseCamp! Besides the wonderful pictures and site availability, the support for the site is like none other that I have ever experienced. Thanks, Dave!
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Lynn Kelly
(Canandaigua, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Love BaseCamp.
Almost all of our camping reservations for the season are booked here.
And, we are lucky enough to get our favorite sites at our favorite campgrounds here!
We very rarely need to use RA!
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Katie E
(Rochester, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
This tool has been amazing for helping snag the perfect site for my group, whether that's looking at all the site photos and reviews or finding last minute cancellations. The site is constantly improving too - was so excited to find nice pictures of the remote water access Forked Lake sites this year! Worth every penny and then some.
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Anne R
June 2024
Verified Account since February 2023
This is an amazing resource for grabbing campsites throughout NYS. It is great to be able to filter for what you need when you need it. We are trying to introduce toddlers to the joys of camping before we take them into the deep woods. The ability to find a level-ish water access site with shallow quiet water and and lots of boulders for climbing and not too close to the road just by looking at photos has been so helpful! The pictures are of high quality and are exactly what you need to see before booking. I recommend this website to everyone I know (probably not the best idea to add competitors, sorry all)!
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Carol A
(Finger Lakes)
June 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Best app ever! Pictures of all sights so there are no unpleasant surprises. We have found all of our prime waterfront campsites thru this app. Money well worth!
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Patti C
(CNY)
June 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
Worth every penny. First found the site looking for pictures of campsites and was impressed with the thoroughness of how each site was depicted. The addition of the paid option when it became available was a no brainer. I've scored sites I would probably have never been able to get otherwise. Thanks to the Booking Buddy feature I'm writing this review on a beach site at Southwick Beach. Thanks Dave!
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Heather Chiles
(Galway, NY)
June 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I've been using this site for years. It's not only great for cancelations, but wonderful for the photos of sites. It's so hard trying to navigate the reservations on RA due to limited knowledge of specific sites. Camp adk provides visual abilities to grasp a sites capabilities.
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Sara Mitchell
June 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
I love all the pictures of the sites and descriptions. I also like having a place to look up cancelations!
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Ron Roberts
May 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Love the services has helped us find many beautiful waterfront sites that we would not have been able to get.
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Crystal C
May 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
With having a kid who visits his dad out of state, booking 9 months in advance is not easy. However base camp has made it so much easier to book a site on the water. We’re not picky where we go necessarily, as long as we have a water site. So thanks so much for making it easy to get our trips scheduled.
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Heidi S
(Syracuse, NY)
May 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
This site has been so helpful in figuring out where to camp. having some flexibility to pick up cancelled sites has opened up our camping possibilities in NY. Dave, thanks for all the work you put into making such an amazing site.
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Jennifer Kraus
(Syracuse, NY)
May 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I am over the top grateful for Dave and his hard work to keep so many of us camping!! We have gone camping so many times because of canceled sites since it's hard for us to plan 9 mos ahead most years. Thank you, Dave
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Sue Mac
(Western NY)
May 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I’ve been a BaseCamp member since it began and have already renewed for 2024-25! I can’t say enough what an amazing service this is. This is such a fantastic resource for site pictures and even more notably- the cancellation alerts! Just this morning, I scored an absolutely epic electric waterfront site at Kring Point for Memorial Weekend!! Literally could not be happier!! Thanks for all your hard work Dave!!!
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Phil L
(Central NY)
April 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
This is by bar the best investment I have made for camping. The pictures of the sites are fantastic and help me decide on which site I want. The cancellation feature is amazing!! I have snagged some pretty awesome sites that I normally would never have a chance at getting! IF you're thinking about signing up, just do it, you won't regret it! Thanks Dave for everything that you do!
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Rebecca H
(The Real Adirondacks, NY)
April 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
I always had my own notes and spreadsheets for campgrounds and sites that I liked but having this website makes it so much easier! The pictures alone make it worth the yearly fee.
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Carol Karpowich
(Fabius, NY)
April 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
Dave is great. This site is great
If you camp, sign up! That's all there is to it! No better bargain.
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Ed
March 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
Awesome site!!! Best money ever spent. Incredible amount of photos with impeccable details. Customer service is fantastic. Need 6 stars.
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Aaron Kaiser
(Buffalo, NY)
March 2024
Verified Account since August 2021
Base Camp makes it easy to choose the right site every time and find awesome cancellations! Definitely worth the small price.
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Tom Wagner
(Tonawanda, NY)
March 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Base Camp is a great site to have and belong to. I have grabbed a few Prime sites over the past. I only wish “I had a faster check” process to grab additional sites!! Looking forward to getting many more. Thanks again for all you do !!
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Melissa B
February 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I can't say enough about this website. It's a huge help when trying to book campsites, especially campgrounds we've never been to. We have found new campgrounds that we never would've known about that we now love. The best part is the cancelation page. We have been able to get the best water sites using the cancelation page. I wish every state had a site like this. Thank you for all you do to make this happen.
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Andrew S.
(Ile Perrot, Quebec)
February 2024
Verified Account since February 2024
Love Basecamp. Just recently joined and have already used the photos to book two upcoming camping trips. Have not had the chance to try any of the other features offered yet, but as they say, a picture is worth a thousand words
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Lisa Knopp
(Northport NY)
February 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
Base camp has been so helpful. We often cannot make reservations 9 months in advance because of work restraints (we own our own business)
So we often pick up a cancellation from this site .
The cancellation page has been the only way we get to camp .
We also appreciate the great photos of the sites. We bring a truck camper that needs to clear a 13 feet height restriction. So it’s important that a site doesn’t have low branches. We also use solar panels on camper roof. The photos helps us choose if a site will work for us or not . Love base camp ! We highly recommend it.
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Mindy H
(Syracuse, NY)
February 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
We love this site & use it frequently. We have scored some great sites from the cancellation feature. It's nice to be able to see pics of the different sites before you book. This is our 2nd yr using this site & it’s well worth the minimal annual cost. Thanks Dave McGrath !
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Kim G
(Adirondacks)
February 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I love the pictures of the waterfront sites and the cancellations that are posted. I don’t plan much in advance so the posting of cancellations are very helpful in securing a last minute camping site on the water.
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Maureen S.
(Vermont)
February 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I love all the photos! We have our kids and grandkids camping with us, so it is great to scope out and plan where our camper, kitchen tent, and their tent will go.
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Rose Wagner
(Saratoga County, NY)
February 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Base camp is an awesome tool to get access to cancellations so you can plan your upcoming trips to awesome sites. The photos are a great help also to ensure your camping equipment will fit the landscaping of the site. I have been able to plan some wonderful camping trips with this tool as these site were not initially available. Thanks to Dave for all his hard work in bringing this to us basecampers.
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Gayle Gellner
(Waterford, NY)
February 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Love the closeness and comaraderie of this group. We all have a common interest, to have nice camping experiences. Your site helps with that in being able to see pictures of the sites and knowing our camper will fit comfortably.
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Bart Joseph
(Kendall, NY)
February 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
Simply the best camping tool available! Base Camp provides all the information a camper needs be you a novice or expert.
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Shelley C
(Albany, NY)
February 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
Absolutely love BaseCamp. I appreciate being able to view the pictures of campsites so I can pick the right one for me. I also love the Booking Buddy and look forward to using it more next season.
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Woody S
(Western NY)
February 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
I'm not sure which feature I like the best. The campsite pictures are amazing, however, the cancellations have provided many awesome adventures. The excitement that comes from grabbing a water site last minute just adds to the fun!
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T Foster
February 2024
Verified Account since October 2021
I love being able to check cancellations in order to get great water sites that I either missed out on at 9 months out and/or for last minute trips (got two recently - Ausable Point and Woodland Valley!). I also love checking out all of the pictures to help me choose sites. Thank you for all you do for the Basecamp community!! ❤️
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Jim Farley
(New Jersey)
February 2024
Verified Account since October 2021
BaseCamp is the perfect tool for picking up prime sites on the secondary market. For almost next to nothing, you can zero on campgrounds, and view excellent photos and descriptions of a majority of NY State campsites. You can also set filters and monitor the availability of your favorites. It's no secret that a lot of campers will reserve a site for 2 weeks, then later, cast off unwanted days for whatever reason. With BaseCamp, when that site availability pops up, you can simply click on the Book Cancellation button, and it will take you over to the reservation site. What's there not to love about this? It's a great tool.
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Don B
(Adirondacks)
February 2024
Verified Account since June 2022
We are a retired couple and are able to camp just about any time the campgrounds are open. So far we have 7 weeks of camping for the 2024 season. Base Camp makes it so easy to reserve the sites we want. The only complaint I have is trying to navigate through the CampBot, it never brings me to a spot that will answer my question.
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Marsha K
(Binghamton, NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
BaseCamp is vital to find just the right site you need. The pictures are very helpful to look at each site from multiple angles and the descriptions are spot on. The cancelation filter setup is great to look for sites on specific dates or in certain regions or specific locations. This helped me find sites on a whim when I wanted to camp and had no plans.
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Tracy Chai
(Western NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since November 2021
Base Camp is well worth the $24 annual subscription. I’ve found some beautiful sites at campgrounds that I haven’t been to and snagged some great cancellations. Dave continues to add new and useful features. Base Camp is almost as indispensable to my camping experience as my tent and hammock!
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Art C
(Queens, NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
Honestly, the best tool for finding the best campsites and campgrounds. So lucky to live close enough for it to be useful!
hopefully you guys will expand to other states!
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Elaine Sprague
(Western NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Great way to look at the sites. Pick up extra weekends when you have an open time but could not find a spot. Put in your cancellation to help others campers enjoy the summer camping months.
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Sandra S
(Broome County)
January 2024
Verified Account since September 2021
This is the only way I book our trips! I can't stand the game of booking 9 months out. I've found great sites that fit our schedules through the cancelations. Thank you! I wish I knew of other sites like this for other states!
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Nancy Holmes
(Liverpool, NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since August 2021
We have found so many great campsites using this site. I cannot say enough positive things about it. The site is so easy to use. The photos are up to date and high quality. The descriptions are very accurate. Thank you, Dave McGrath for all you do to make our camping experiences so fantastic. We appreciate you and the hard work and love you put into making this such a great site and community.
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Nadine Sauls
(Western NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
We love Base Camp and use it regularly, it's great to find last minute cancellations. We love that we can check out each site before actually booking, making sure it's the perfect site for us! We have been Base Camp users since the site opened, we find it very useful!
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Lori A.
(WNY)
January 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I've booked many beautiful water sites thanks to Dave's hard work! Worth every penny just to view the pictures of each site!
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Amy Wilcox
(Saratoga Springs, NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since July 2021
Love the site! Have used it for years and it helps when trying a new site in the campgrounds. We always used to take day trips thru campgrounds to check sites( we still do occasionally) this is so much easier! I tell everyone who camps it's worth the $ for the ease!!!!
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Kari Lanning
(Syracuse, NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since June 2021
Fabulous site to explore various campgrounds and individual sites!!!
I can't tell you how many times I've used this to pick a beautiful camp site before booking online.
THANK YOU DAVE 😊
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Aaron Connors
(Capital District, New York)
January 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I used to think that snagging a water site at a state campground was only for the lucky few who were quick on a keyboard. Since I discovered Basecamp, I only camp on premium water sites now. I never realized how many sites get cancelled! As an added benefit, I discovered new campgrounds to try and the multitude of great photos takes the guesswork out of choosing the right spot for our camper. If you camp at state campgrounds, you can’t afford not to have this service!
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Heidi Jones
(Tipp City, Ohio)
January 2024
Verified Account since October 2021
This sight is amazing. The amount of time and effort that goes into maintaining this with updated photos and information about sites is greatly appreciated. Well worth the membership price. Thank you for all the work you do.
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M. Woods
(Central NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since May 2022
BaseCamp has been super helpful with booking sites at preferred campgrounds when not able to book at time of booking window openings or when plans change and trying to find a site at a certain campground. I have been a member for a couple of years now and have booked multiple sites at different campgrounds from BaseCamp. The site is well run and Dave does an excellent job keeping everything updated. The filters, campsite pics and the heart button for favorite sites are invaluable. There are so many cancellations throughout year, you will definitely find what you are looking for at some point. Well worth the membership fee!
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Deb W
(Selkirk, NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I have been a Basecamp member since the beginning. The work that Dave has done to create and improve this site is worth every penny of the minimal yearly membership fee. I have used this site to view the photos to select a campsite and have used the cancellation feature to book sites. The photos give an accurate picture of what each site looks like and if it will work out for your equipment. I highly recommend this membership if you are a casual or serious camper. Thank you, Dave!
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Kristina E
January 2024
Verified Account since July 2022
We've been Basecamp members for 2 years now and it has been a valuable tool for us in grabbing great sites! Not only have we used the photos to help us decide between sites, we have used the cancellation feature to help us upgrade to a water site at the last minute. Basecamp has also been helpful in adding days to a stay that we already had booked when we found that friends would be camping in the same park. We were hoping for a cancelation nearby, but ended up adding a few days to the site we were already booked on! Considering that a yearly membership is about the price of a one night stay, I'd say it's a pretty great investment if you spend any time at our NYS Campgrounds.
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Jennifer S
(CNY)
January 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I wouldn’t book a campsite in NYS without looking at photos! And Basecamp is an invaluable resource with the 10s of thousands of detailed photos, including detailed water access photos. Being able to mark your favorite sites in your Basecamp account, check for cancellations as often as you want, being alerted to great cancellations & 9 month out booking tips makes the Basecamp membership fee a steal! Any serious camper should join! You can’t go wrong!
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Kathleen Breen
(Fairport, NY)
January 2024
Verified Account since May 2021
I use Base Camp constantly throughout the season. Almost all of our reservations are made from the cancellation notices. It's a very valuable resource as competition for sites is always high. Highly recommend.
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Alicia L
(Western, NY)
December 2023
Verified Account since December 2023
Great for campers, love to be able to see cancellations to our favorite campgrounds....especially because they book up so quick!!
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Susan Penrose
(Rochester, NY)
December 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
What a service this website provides. The cancellations section is a GODSEND to those that do not want to plan their lives out so far in advance and can be flexible. We never in a million years would have been able to score the water sites we have had the last couple years without it. WORTH. EVERY. PENNY. Thank you Dave for this invaluable service.
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Sierra
(Upstate NY)
December 2023
Verified Account since May 2023
I've been making reservations at local campgrounds for over 30 years and in two seasons that I've been a base camp member I have gotten prime sites including water sites that I've never been able to get. The booking buddy is amazing and will let you know exactly what's opening in nine months time. Getting first dibs on the cancellations is awesome because I can pick up great sites for a night here or there all throughout the season. I don't want him to raise the price but I'm telling you it's worth much more than what he charges. !!
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Deb A
(Western New York)
December 2023
Verified Account since March 2022
I joined Campadk two years ago because my son recommended it to me. I joined so that I could see photos of sites before reserving after so many years of reserving sites and being disappointed after arriving. Since originally joining, not only am I still impressed with the site photos but with Dave McGrath for continually improving the site. Not only are there prompt cancellation announcements with links to quickly book but now booking buddy to help with booking favorite sites 9 months in advance. After trying for months to book a water site at one of my favorite lakes, I was finally able to find one because of the cancellation link. Thank you Dave for all your hard work!
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David Hafner
(Baldwinsville, NY)
December 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
Love your site - esp the booking buddy ! We've scored several great sites from cancellations site. Thanks ! David & Mindy Hafner
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Joe C
(WNY)
December 2023
Verified Account since August 2021
BaseCamp has become an integral part of my camping trip planning. We have a large 5th wheel and there are definitely sites that would not accommodate our trailer due to various obstacles. My only issue is the age of some of the photos, but I can understand the difficulties of visiting and photographing all the campgrounds. Truly appreciate what the site has to offer and the new 9 month booking buddy has been a great addition. We recommend the site to many other campers if they haven't used it or know about it.
Keep up the great work and thank you for providing a great, user-friendly site!
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Jim Farley
(New Jersey)
December 2023
Verified Account since October 2021
Basecamp give me the ability to view potential campsites and read objective statements to help guide me in the selection process. I especially like the recent 9 Months Out Booking Buddy addition. I no longer have to page through daily updates on Reserve America to find future site availability and constantly update my notes. The membership fee is peanuts for what you get in benefits.
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Mary C
(Albany, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
Base camp has significantly improved my camping experience by identifying available sites and allowing me to see what the sites look like before I book. I have gotten some great sites through cancellations and booked the best open sites for my camper after looking at site pictures.
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Sue Cameron
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
Base Camp is a GOD SEND for visualizing sites and all the other services membership entitles us to. It's a total game changer! If you aren't a member, you've no idea what you're missing!
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Dolly Krose
(Western NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
If I could give Campadk Basecamp 10 stars I would. I would never make a camping reservation without looking at the campsite photos and comments. The cancelation page is a great place to pickup some prime sites that were recently canceled. I also like having a place to save favorite campgrounds and favorite sites.
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Patti Ames
(Western NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since February 2022
Since joining Basecamp several years ago, we have picked up several cancellations, including our favorite site at Lake Eaton last year!
The pictures and time that Dave spends is incredible! We are grateful that Dave provides this information and the information sharing that results from this!
We can't praise Dave enough for providing all this for 24$ a year!!!
We encourage everyone to sign-up and support this website. You will be grateful and wish you had years ago.
Thanks for this true blessing Dave!!
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Sue T
(Rochester, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
Basecamp is awesome and so is Dave for hosting this amazing site! I regularly use the campsite photos when deciding where to camp. We were able to book 2 water sites using the new Booking Buddy feature! What a time saver! Thank you, Dave!
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Lori Raymond
(Burlington, VT)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2023
Best money I ever spent on a membership! Camp ADK has let me discover campgrounds in NYS that I never would have visited; the photos alone are worth the cost but wait - there's more! I love having the ability to "favorite" campsites and have it stored for easy access. The cancellations updated constantly are sometimes the ONLY way to get certain waterfront campsites, so it's part of my daily routine, and it introduced me to wonderful campgrounds and campsites. The 9 month booking buddy is a newer feature and it is awesome - no more updating my excel spreadsheet with dates to attempt a booking - Dave and Camp ADK does it for us! He even thought to put the 9 month booking for a few days out so you can "scout" to see if there is any site of interest coming up soon.
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Maureen Sodaro
(Vermont)
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
I am glad I joined Basecamp for several reasons. The many photos allow us to get a site that works for my entire family. Our kids and grandkids share our site, so we can picture where their tent will go. Also, the cancellation list is perfect for when we want to camp late September or October. We have gotten several sites that way. I have camped at FC for 65 years, and the new booking buddy will save me HOURS of work to prepare for the reservation day(s). The yearly cost is about what we pay for a day of camping.
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Cheyenne Druce
(Oswego, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since January 2022
We found this site a few years ago and have used it ever since to find every reservation we’ve had. We love using the pictures Dave shares to make sure our camper will fit(trees,close to the road, waterfront/not). Dave has done an amazing job making everything so accessible at a very reasonable rate! We have even met him along the way at one of the campgrounds we booked using his site! I recommend it to everyone I know! We will be basecamp subscribers for the rest of our camping time! Thank you for everything you do!!
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Lisa B
(North Conway, NH)
November 2023
Verified Account since August 2021
I have used BaseCamp mostly for checking out the photos of individual campsites of campgrounds that I have not been to. It is quite helpful to get a lay of the land for backing up the camper. Notes from other members are also quite helpful! I just recently used both the Booking Buddy and the cancellation page for getting sites at my favorite campground!
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Mary Ann
(Latham, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
The photos of each campsite are invaluable, especially if you're looking for something in particular like privacy from neighbors or a nice beach waterfront. I don't know how I got on without this.
The cancellations have helped me get sites I otherwise wouldn't have known about. So nice to have everything in one place!
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Margaret S
(Capital District, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since October 2023
Looking toward retirement, I decided to spend more time in the ADK; however, I hadn't realized how complicated it can be to find sites that match your preferences. Thanks to BaseCamp's Cancellation Listings and Booking Buddy, I was able to easily plan my summer, making reservations at various campgrounds (all on water sites). Plus, like they say, a photo is worth a thousand words. The wealth of photos associated with each site helps you finalize your decisions with ease and confidence. Thanks, Dave, for being so dedicated to helping us campers!
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Megan C
November 2023
Verified Account since October 2021
I’ve been a basecamp member for a few years now. Using the website years prior. I truly couldn’t book a site without it. Having the ability to sift through multiple photos of just one site allows me to make sure that the site is suitable and safe for my kids. Thanks Dave for all you do!
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Becky Z
(Syracuse area)
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
I love seeing photos of individual campsites at campgrounds. This helps me plan where to stay. I’ve ventured to a few "new to me places" because of it. The new booking buddy feature has saved me time as I can see what sites will be open to try to book. No more going through various campgrounds etc to make a list like I’ve done in the past. Such a great additional feature! Thank you Dave!
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Bryan C
(Hyde Park, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
All of Dave’s hard work photographing each campsite with multiple photos is so helpful in planning a camping trip. Being able to make a list of your favorite campgrounds is awesome. Then being able to save your favorite sites in each is even better. Not only are the multiple photos amazing, it really makes deciding on a site so much easier.
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Bud Barnes
(Mid Hudson Valley Dutchess County)
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
I've Been camping relatively short time (11 years) compared to many. The extensive multi angle pictures are a huge help when having to plan the approach and entry into a chosen site. Base camp, offers up to 17 different views..
The big plus for me is that Reserve America is an absolute nightmare to navigate, and pin point a favorite camp ground, favorite campsite, and a specific date and get it all laser aimed at 9:00 AM nine months in advance. Hundreds of NY campers doing the same thing at the same time 8:59:59!! Base camp is a very worthwhile tool. I really like the 9 month look feature. Well worth the annual fee!
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Elaine R
(NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
We camp in the NYS Parks a lot in the summer with a group of 4-5 other families. We try to book 9 mo in advance on Reserve America but it’s getting harder and harder to get sites. I joined Basecamp from the very beginning and have been able to snag sites that were originally booked but got cancelled. Some are great sites. Some are not so great. I love being able to view Dave’s photos to see what sites look like.
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Nita B
(Cairo, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since August 2021
Campadk is absolutely my most favorite app. We have used it exclusively to book our camping trips for the past 3 years. It's easy, efficient, reliable and even fun! Worth every penny.
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Deanna A
(Western NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
I love everything about this website and the awesome pictures are just the tip of the iceberg! Cancellation info has helped me book sites for the last few years and advice has been amazing! Well worth the small fee!
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Susan Hitchcock
(Malta, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
We have been able to reserve campsites through cancellations on Basecamp, and the photos of the sites at different angles have been a huge help in booking. Especially backing in a tight entrance and a narrow site. Thank you Dave McGrath!
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Sarah L
(Fingerlakes Region, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since May 2021
I am a OG beta tester for Campadk and have kept my membership each and every year for the invaluable service it provides for our camping experience. I use the pictures to see if the site would fit our equipment, make decisions on what other campers have said for feedback on a site and use it to find cancellations. We tried countless new campgrounds with confidence because of this.
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Laura Morley
(Hoosick Falls, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since February 2022
My sister told me about campadk.com several years ago and it has revolutionized camping for us! Being able to see pictures and know which sites are waterfront is crucial for booking a great site! Scooping up cancelations for high demand campgrounds is another amazing feature. We are grateful to Dave for creating this!
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Larry O
(Webster, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
Best money spent for campers/campgrounds. Detailed info for campgrounds and easy to maneuver through. We found a great site at Wellsley Island that someone had cancelled. Dave has done a great job establishing this group and keeping it simple to use.
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Terri Zodarecky
(Rochester, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since August 2021
Love love love basecamp. This is how I choose all my sites. love to see the pics. Love that I can book canceled sites My experience with basecamp has totally change my way of booking sites.
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Christine Y
(Hopewell Jct, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since October 2021
I have had a base camp subscription since the beginning. It has secured me many a great camping spots in our amazing NY State parks! The pictures are so helpful in ensuring you are making the right choice for your family! Dave is responsive and professional and I appreciate all his hard work!
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J Henries
(Penn Yan, NY)
November 2023
Verified Account since June 2021
CampAdk has made our family camping so much better than we could ever imagine. Rather it be the cancelation or the photos of sites it has helped tremendously. Because of the photos were able to pick a specific site to our needs. We can also look at the site next to it and see what it looks like from a neighboring site. Without CampAdk we wouldn't have ventured out into trying new campgrounds.
