Welcome to
the PonderosaChateaugay, New York
We are one of the only campsites to offer ATV trail riding in New York — across 200 acres of undisturbed natural beauty.
Become one with nature
Escape to what has been a destination place for over 40 years — The Ponderosa Campsite. A place where your mind, body, and soul will relax and become one with nature.
"They say the grass is always greener on the other side, but if you ask us, the grass is pretty green over here."
Ponderosa Campsite is the perfect retreat for plant enthusiasts, animal lovers, bird watchers, and entomologists. Here, the wildlife is flourishing, and the grounds provide a safe home for a number of wild animals. Stop by Ponderosa Campsite to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience with Mother Nature.
Wouldn't it be nice to take a nature walk down beautiful trails, surrounded by verdant trees, hearing your own heart beat? With our 200 acres you can look out as far as the eye can see with nothing but nature's undisturbed beauty.
Everything for a family getaway
Our campsite offers recreation park amenities. Our pond has a beach for swimming, including our inflatable water playground. We have everything to offer your family for a weekend getaway or vacation.
Swimming beach
Our pond has a beach for swimming.
Inflatable water playground
Our pond has a beach for swimming, including our inflatable water playground.
On the pondATV trail riding
One of the only campsites in New York to offer it — trails throughout much of our 200 acres.
Rare in NYCampfires with family & friends
An ideal place for relaxing around a campfire with family and friends and enjoying the great outdoors.
Animals & wildlife
The grounds are a safe home for a number of wild animals — a retreat for animal lovers and bird watchers.
200 acres & scenic trails
Nature walks down beautiful trails through scenic recreation and wildlife areas — as far as the eye can see.
ATV Trail Riding in New York
Our trails make it possible for ATV riders to travel throughout much of our 200 acres. Trails include multi-use trails through scenic recreation and wildlife areas. Just be on the look out for other trail users and wildlife on the trails.
(ATV must have registration, license & insurance papers.)
Whether you have been camping your whole life or just want to try something new, camping at the Ponderosa Campsite is for everyone. It's a place where new neighbors become good friends that mean as much to you as family — where you and your whole family will be counting the days until the next season.
Find your rate
Pick your stay and your hookup type to see the exact 2026 rate — straight from our posted rate sheet. Seasonal sites available.
1 · How long are you staying?
2 · Which hookup type?
Hookup labels are shown exactly as they appear on the Ponderosa 2026 rate sheet.
- Discounts for weekly and monthly stays
| Stay | Water | E/W | E/W/S | 50 Amp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $30.00 | $35.00 | $40.00 | $45.00 |
| Weekly | $150.00 | $175.00 | $200.00 | $225.00 |
| Month | $400.00** | $500.00** | $600.00** | $700.00** |
| Seasonal | $1100.00** | $1400.00** | $1500.00** | $1600.00** |
** Metered site
Monthly and Seasonal rates are metered sites.
Electric deposit
$50.00 electric deposit required with Monthly and Seasonal rates.
Hold your site
A season is from May 1st to Sept 30th. On Sept 1st a $200.00 deposit will hold your site for the next year. Balance is due on May 15.
Visitors
Day use $2.00 · Overnight $4.00 per person · Under 5 free.
Pets
Must provide proof of vaccinations and registration.
ATVs & Golf Carts
Must provide proof of insurance, registration, and sign an "Acknowledgement of Risk" form.
Campground map
Two sides to explore — the East Side by the pond, beach and farm area, and the wooded West Side. Find your site before you arrive.
Life at the Ponderosa
Just some of the animals, wildlife and scenery around the campsite.
Photography by Carol Lopez & Wayne Whalen.