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Orange County to Open Winding Hills Campground for 2016 Season

The campground will open May 20.

Goshen, N.Y. – Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus and Parks Commissioner Richard Rose are pleased to announce that the Winding Hills Campground is scheduled to open for the season on Friday, May 20. The park is located just off Route 17K on the Montgomery/Crawford border.

“Camping is a great way to spend some quality time with family and friends,” Neuhaus said. “Winding Hills is a beautiful campground and offers many different activities for campers. I’m sure it will be another great season at Winding Hills this summer and we look forward to seeing campers on May 20 and throughout the season.”

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Winding Hills features 51 camp sites for varying levels of camping, from basic tent camping, to RV sites. There are a number of locations with electric access and all sites are located close to restroom and play area facilities. Campers can also take advantage of the trail system located throughout the 518-acre park, as well as boat rentals that are available on weekends on Diamond Lake.

“I invite our residents to take “stay-cations” in the County parks throughout the year,” Rose said. “Winding Hills Campground provides a wonderful opportunity to get out and enjoy the great outdoors right here in Orange County.”

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For more information about Winding Hills Campground, please contact the park directly at 457-4918. E-mail inquiries can be sent to parks@orangecountygov.com.

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