Cooperstown, New York
Camp right on the water in Cooperstown
Waterfront sites on our stocked 3 acre fishing pond, plus wooded RV and tent sites, log cabins, park models and rental trailers. Family owned and run by Ellen and Gary.
Waterfront sites
Fish from your own campsite
The 3 acre Shadow Brook fishing pond sits in the middle of the campground. It is stocked, catch and release, and no fishing license is needed. Book a waterside site and fish right from your own campsite.
- Waterside sites with water and electric, including big rig sites
- A lit fountain in the middle of the pond
- Paddle boat rentals at the general store
- Some GIANT fish waiting to be caught. Campers have landed huge catfish.
Bring your rig, or stay in one of ours
Every site has a picnic table and a fire ring. Large units up to 50 feet with multiple slides are welcome.
RV & tent sites
Full hookup and water and electric sites, waterside sites, buddy sites and secluded tent sites.
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Log cabins
Rustic camping cabins with three full beds, AC and heat, and a porch with a cedar swing. Deluxe cabins add a kitchenette and bathroom.
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Park models & the Cottage
Park model cabins with full kitchens and bathrooms, and a three bedroom, two bath Cottage.
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Rental trailers
Hitch free camping. Our travel trailers sleep 2 to 6 and come with a kitchen and bathroom.
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There is a lot to do here. You’ll see.
Swim in the heated pool (with lights for adult-only Saturday night swims), mine for gems and fossils at the Shadow Brook Mine, and gather at the community fire pit for complimentary Saturday night s’mores or the hot cocoa bar.
Every Saturday and holiday there is an art project for kids and adults. Hayrides, horseshoes, volleyball, a rec hall with pool, ping pong and foosball, and an arcade fill in the rest.
One of New York’s highest rated family campgrounds
trips in NY
Featured by I LOVE NY. New York State’s tourism site named Shadow Brook number 5 in its “13 Camping Trips to Take in New York This Summer”: “Knock it out of the park with a family camping trip to the home of baseball.” Read the article
“This is our second year coming to Cooperstown Shadow Brook Campground and by far our favorite. They have fun and exciting activities all summer long and make everyone feel welcome and well looked after.”
“We found a great family run campground very close to Cooperstown. Clean grounds, large fishing pond, quiet, in a beautiful natural surrounding.”
“The campground and all its offerings are 5 star but it is the staff that makes it 6.”
“The crystal-clear pond was one of our favorite parts. Whether you’re catching small fish or huge catfish, it’s a great spot to spend time.”
“Very peaceful RV stay. The spaces were well spread apart and spacious with actual green well manicured spots.”
“I forgot to bring a spatula for my extremely overpriced nonstick Blackstone and she gave me her own to get through the night. I thought that was awfully nice of her to do!”
Meet Ellen & Gary
“Our favorite part of campground ownership is seeing the smiles on our campers’ faces, hearing the laughter of the kids and drying an occasional tear at check-out time.”
We are at the peaceful end of town, nestled between 3 farms at the foothills of the Catskills and Adirondack Mountains. You will fall asleep to the sound of a donkey’s bray, a peacock’s call and the ribbit of a bullfrog. Come stay with us and let us make this your Happy Place.
Minutes from everything Cooperstown
We are a ten minute drive from the Village of Cooperstown and the Baseball Hall of Fame. Times are drives from the campground.
- National Baseball Hall of FameAbout 10 minutes, straight down our road into Main Street
- Cooperstown Dreams ParkAbout 20 minutes
- Glimmerglass Festival & OperaAbout 15 minutes
- Brewery OmmegangAbout 25 minutes
- The Farmers’ MuseumAbout 20 minutes
- Fenimore Art MuseumAbout 20 minutes
- Hyde HallA 4 mile drive (or bike ride)
- Howe CavernsAbout 45 minutes
From the Shadow Brook blog
Fishing the pond, a weekend in Cooperstown, and how to pick a cabin. Sample
Fishing at Shadow Brook
A 3 acre stocked pond, no fishing license needed, and sites right on the water.
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A family weekend in Cooperstown
The Hall of Fame, the museums and the campground, in one easy weekend plan.
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Cabin, park model or rental trailer?
No RV? Here’s how our cabins, park models and rental trailers compare.
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Shadow Brook at a glance
- Where
- 2149 County Highway 31, Cooperstown, NY 13326
- Distance
- A ten minute drive to the Village and the Baseball Hall of Fame
- Grounds
- 21 wooded acres around a 3 acre stocked fishing pond
- Stay
- RV and tent sites (waterfront too), log cabins, park models, the Cottage, rental trailers
- Big rigs
- Up to 50 feet with multiple slides
- Check-in
- 3:00 to 7:00 pm
- Pets
- Welcome, with a current rabies certificate
- Call
- (607) 264-8431
Questions campers ask
How far is Shadow Brook from Cooperstown and the Baseball Hall of Fame?
About a ten minute drive. County Highway 31 runs from the campground straight into Main Street in the Village of Cooperstown, where the Hall of Fame is.
Can I fish from my campsite?
Yes. Our waterfront sites sit on the 3 acre Shadow Brook fishing pond. It is stocked and catch and release, and no fishing license is needed.
Do you have sites for big rigs?
Yes. Large units up to 50 feet with multiple slides are welcome, and some sites have sewer, 50 amp service and pull thrus. Rigs 30 feet or longer should not drive through the Village: take Route 80 to Route 20 to County Road 31.
What can I rent if I don't have an RV?
Log camping cabins, deluxe cabins, park model cabins, the three bedroom Cottage and rental travel trailers that sleep 2 to 6. Bring your own pillows, linens and towels.
Are pets allowed?
Well-behaved pets are welcome at campsites and in lodgings marked pet friendly. Bring a current rabies vaccination certificate for every pet, every visit.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is 3:00 to 7:00 pm. RV and tent sites check out by 12 noon and lodgings by 11:00 am.
Is there a pool?
Yes, a heated pool for registered campers, open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. There is no lifeguard on duty.
How do I make a reservation?
Reserve online with the Rates & Reservations button, or call (607) 264-8431 or email reservations@cooperstowncamping.com and Ellen will help you by phone.
Ready to pick your site?
Reserve online any time. Trouble finding open dates? Call Ellen at (607) 264-8431 or email reservations@cooperstowncamping.com and she will help you by phone.