The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center is an ideal destination for anyone looking for hiking, paddling, and camping opportunities in the heart of Harriman State Park at Breakneck Pond. Harriman State Park, New York’s second largest park, is located 30 miles from Manhattan and accessible by public transportation.
The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center is open to the public, and is a great location for scouting, school, faith-based, and youth groups as well as family reunions and corporate outings.
The Center offers common space for outdoor programs, waterfront access to 64-acre Breakneck Pond, a dining hall, and group meeting space. Accommodations include group and family cabins, tent platforms, and three-sided shelters, offering a range of overnight experiences.
The public can also enjoy The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center through an AMC adult, family, or teen program. Membership is not required to join an AMC program. AMC members receive discounts on lodging and programs. Click here for a complete listing of upcoming programs for adults and teens.
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Season Dates
2019 Full-Service Season Dates
May 15 – October 14
Accommodations
Arrival and Departure
Registered guests are welcome to enjoy the Outdoor Center beginning at 3:00 PM on the day of their arrival and are asked to leave the property by 3:00 PM on day of departure
Cabins and Bunkhouses
Cabins and Bunkhouses are reserved on a per-cabin or per-bunkhouse basis at a fixed rate, regardless of the number of guests. Cabins and bunkhouses are equipped with small refrigerators and outdoor grills. Dinner and breakfast are also available in the dining room. Trail lunches are available for purchase. Cabins have electric lighting, but bring a headlamp for reading and getting around camp. A pillow, pillowcase, and blanket are provided; bring your own sheets or sleeping bag and towel
Cabin Capacity
Cranberry Cabin 1 (up to 4 people, private bath in cabin)
Cranberry Cabin 2 (up to 4 people, private bath in cabin)
White Oak (up to 6 people, shared central bath)
Mountain Laurel 1 (up to 4 people, shared central bath)
Mountain Laurel 2 (up to 4 people, shared central bath)
Mountain Laurel 3 (up to 4 people, shared central bath)
Storm King Lodge 1 (up to 16 people, shared central bath)
Storm King Lodge 2 (up to 16 people, shared central bath)
Stone Lodge (up to 12 people) – includes full self-service kitchen, private bath in lodge)
Camping
Camping facilities are available individually or as complete blocks of shelters and tent platforms at a fixed rate, regardless of the number of guests. Guests will have exclusive access to the shelter area and/or one of the two tent platform areas. A shared bathhouse is available for guests camping at the Center. Guests can cook using camp stoves (not provided) or the provided fire rings or camp grills in their camping area. Charcoal is available for purchase in the Camp Store. Each camping areas has bear boxes. Dinner and breakfast are also available to campers in the dining room. Trail and deli lunches are available for purchase.
Camping Capacity
Beaver Brook Shelters: 5 shelters for up to 20 people
Beaver Brook Tent Platforms: 6 platforms for up to 24 people
Black Rock Tent Platforms: 6 platforms for up to 24 people
Backcountry Camping
Bear Ledge:
This is a pack-in site 0.5 miles from camp and only accessible by foot. Trail is rated easy-to moderate. Appropriate foot gear required.
Site includes:
- Four 10×12 platforms that each accommodates a 4-person tent
- Composting toilets
- Bear Box
- Campfire ring with grate
- Grey water disposal
Prepare by bringing a backpack with tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpacking stove, and drinking water.
**Taxes not included
Boulder Canyon:
This is a pack-in site .25 miles from camp and only accessible by foot. Trail is rated easy-to moderate. Appropriate foot gear required.
Site includes:
- Four 10×12 platforms that each accommodates a 4-person tent
- Composting Toilet
- Bear Box
- Campfire ring with grate
- Grey water disposal
Prepare by bringing a backpack with tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpacking stove, and drinking water.
**Taxes not included
Rocky Flats:
This is a pack-in site 1mile from camp and only accessible by foot. Trail is rated easy-to moderate. Appropriate foot gear required.
Site includes:
- Four 10×12 platforms that each accommodates a 4-person tent
- Composting toilet
- Bear Box
- Campfire ring with grate
- Grey water disposal
Prepare by bringing a backpack with tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpacking stove, and drinking water.
**Taxes not included
Accessibility
Cranberry 1 and Cranberry 2, Dining Hall, Rec Hall, and Upper Bath House are wheelchair-accessible. Camping areas are not accessible.
Check In/Out
Check in: 3:00 PM
Check out: 11:00 AM
Meal Service
Dinner, breakfast, and a to-go trail lunch or deli sandwiches are available on an a la carte basis, with dinner and breakfast served in the dining room. Please arrange for your meals no later than 7 days before your stay. This will ensure that the kitchen staff can accommodate your request by having an adequate quantity of food on hand. Advanced meal reservations also allow staff to best prepare for any dietary restrictions. Same day meal requests may not be possible and cannot be guaranteed.
Please notify AMC Reservations if you have food allergies or any other dietary restrictions.
Meal Times:
Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Lunch: Trail lunches available for order
Dinner: 6:00 PM Sharp
Meeting Space
Groups can reserve private meeting space in 4-hour blocks. All other space, including the dining hall, deck, and waterfront, are open to all guests.
Canoe and Kayak Rental
Guests can use canoes and kayaks at no charge, thanks to the generosity of AMC’s New York – North Jersey Chapter.
Pets
We are not able to accommodate pets at Harriman Outdoor Center. Pets are not allowed in buildings, camping areas, and swimming areas.
Quiet Hours
Please be respectful of other guests and observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Alcohol
In accordance with state and PIPC regulations, guests 21 years of age and older may bring alcohol for their own personal consumption. Please limit alcohol consumption to the cabins, or the dining room during posted meal hours. AMC encourages responsible alcohol consumption and reserves the right to limit and/or exclude alcohol use in the camp at any time.
Smoking
Smoking or open flame are not allowed in or near any structure.
Day Use Policy
AMC’s Harriman Outdoor Center is operated under a long term lease from the Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC). As a result, AMC is bound by the rules set by PIPC regarding trail access into Harriman Outdoor Center and swimming in Breakneck Pond. In particular, AMC is bound by rules pertaining to water safety and use of the dock and swimming area at the Harriman Outdoor Center.
Because of rules set by PIPC, hikers and other day users should stay on official trails and not use the network of informal, unofficial trails leading into the Harriman Outdoor Center. In addition, hikers and day users should not swim in Breakneck Pond. Use of Harriman Outdoor Center, including the driveway, parking, waterfront/dock area, and informal trails near the Harriman Outdoor Center Center are limited to registered guests and program participants. The public is welcome to enjoy Harriman Outdoor Center as overnight guests and program participants. All AMC lodges, huts, and programs are open to the general public with an advance reservation, and membership is not required.
Individuals who wish to visit Harriman Outdoor Center as part of planning a future stay are welcome to visit by prior arrangement. Please call AMC Group Sales at 603-466-8059.
Harriman Outdoor Center Site Map
ACTIVITIES
Harriman Outdoor Center offers swimming and paddling on Breakneck Pond, and hiking on Harriman State Park’s trail network. There is access to the Pine Meadow Pond, Cranberry Mountain, Buck, and Breakneck Mountain Trails nearby. The Long Path is approximately 2 miles away following connecting trails.
The New York-New Jersey Trail Conference offers a number of ideas for recreating within the Park. We also recommend the New York – New Jersey Trail Conference’s Harriman-Bear Mountain Southern Trail Map (118) to people interested in hiking opportunities near the Center.
AMC offers a number of programs open to the public for individuals and youth groups who wish to experience the Harriman Outdoor Center. Overviews and schedules of each program are offered below.
Volunteer Led Activities
Join experienced volunteer leaders on day and overnight programs in and around Harriman State Park, including hiking, paddling, and backpacking. View upcoming activities.
Teen Wilderness Adventures
We offer exciting guided outdoor adventures for youth ages 12-18 ranging in length from 5-20 days. Several use Harriman Outdoor Center as a starting point for exploration of the Long Path, Gunks, and Catskills. See program overview.
Family Programs with AMC
Create those special family memories this summer! Come visit our new camps in New York at the Corman Harriman Outdoor Center.Whether you want to hike, paddle, or search for critters in the woods with your family, AMC’s family adventures are designed to ensure that kids and grown-ups alike have the time of their lives.View Family Programs
AMC Leadership Training
Harriman Outdoor Center will also be a hub of leadership training programs. See upcoming programs. Read leadership training overview.
YOP Leadership Training
By providing scholarships, free equipment loans, and discounted lodging, YOP makes it possible for diverse groups of young people to access these impactful outdoor experiences. YOP is committed to providing the support that youth agencies need to make outdoor trips a reality! Read program overview.
Build your own adventure
Our guides offer custom outdoor trips on your schedule, based on your group’s interests and experience level. We offer everything from 1-2 hour, day-long, and overnight programs. Learn more.
Trip Planning
What to Bring
Harriman Outdoor Center offers cabin, bunkhouse, shelter, and camping space. If you are staying in a cabin or bunkhouse, pillows and blankets are provided. Please bring a sleeping bag or set of sheets and a towel, and swimsuit if you plan to swim. Cabins have electric lighting, but bring a headlamp or reading and getting around camp at night
Otherwise, plan to bring the other equipment needed for you planned outdoor activity. A 3-season gear list is provided below.
Public transportation and hiker shuttle
There is adequate parking capacity at the camp to accommodate overnight guests who wish to drive to the outdoor center. However, guests are encouraged to carpool or use public transportation. A shuttle to and from NJ Transit’s Tuxedo Station is available for those preferring public transportation. Reservations are required.
Advance reservations are preferred as there might not always be room for walk-ons. If your group needs to arrange for a pick up and drop off time outside the published schedule, you can make arrangements along with your lodging reservations.
To make a shuttle reservation, contact the Harriman Outdoor Center office at 617-523-0636 x56523
Camp Shuttle to Train Pick Up/Drop Off Schedule
All pick-ups must be reserved prior to arrival with The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center.
Reservations need to be made 48 hours in advance by calling (617) 523-0636 ext.56523. Additional times may be requested.
All Pick Ups/Drop Offs take place at Tuxedo Park Station – located 7 miles from The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center. Shuttle departs 40 minutes prior to scheduled train time.
Weekdays – Monday to Friday, Non holidays
From NYC Penn Station to Tuxedo Park
Depart NYC Arrive Tuxedo Park
2:29pm 3:38pm
3:47pm 5:01pm
Depart CHOC for Tuxedo Park
10:10am
12:15pm
From Tuxedo Park to Penn Station
Departs Tuxedo Park Arrives NYC
10:39am 11:44am
12:43pm 2:13pm
Weekends – Saturday and Sunday, Holidays
From NYC Penn Station to Tuxedo Park
Depart NYC Arrive Tuxedo Park
1:11pm 2:33pm
3:56pm 5:01pm
Depart CHOC for Tuxedo Park
9:30 am
11:30am
From Tuxedo Park to Penn Station
Depart Tuxedo Park Arrives NYC
9:56am 11:31am
11:56am 1:33pm
Rates:
One way trip on daily scheduled shuttle: $8 per person
Round trip on daily scheduled shuttle: $16 per person
One way trip outside of daily scheduled shuttle times: $14 per person
Round trip outside of daily scheduled shuttle times: $28 per person
There are four daily shuttles available at the regular cost per day, two incoming and two outgoing. Daily shuttles require reservations and are guaranteed.
Any reservations for trains arriving or departing outside of these times will incur the higher transportation fee. There is no guarantee that there will be a shuttle available outside of these posted times. Reservations are required for ALL shuttle requests.
Hiker Shuttle Route
| Trail Head | Am – 1 | AM – 2 | PM – 1 | PM – 2 |
| Departs HOC | 8:00am | 9:30am | 2:00pm | 3:00pm |
| Tuxedo Park | 9:56am | |||
| Reeves Meadow Visitor Center | 8:15am | 10:30am | 2:15am | 3:30pm |
| Kakiat Trail | ||||
| Tuxedo Mountain Ivory Trail Junction | ||||
| Seven Hills Trail Head | ||||
| Pine Meadow – Cranberry Mountain Trail | ||||
| Long Path (Lake Skannatati) | ||||
| Red Cross Trail | ||||
| Hurt Trail | ||||
| Lake Tiorati Circle – AT | ||||
| Ramapo – Dundeberg Trail | ||||
| AT | ||||
| Silvermine Trailhead | ||||
| Anthony Wayne – 1779 | ||||
| Timpe – Torne | ||||
| At – 1777W | ||||
| Suffren Bear Mountain – Doodletown Trail Junction | ||||
| Bear Mountain Parking Lot | 8:45am | 11:00am | 2:45pm | 4:00pm |
| Arrives HOC | 9:10am | 11:25am | 3:10pm | 4:25pm |
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Contact Us
Harriman Outdoor Center
200 Breakneck Road
Haverstraw, NY 10927
Reservations
- Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
- amclodging@outdoors.org
- (603) 466-2727
CONTACT INFORMATION
Program Registration
You can experience Harriman Outdoor Center through an AMC adult, family, or teen program. View a complete listing of upcoming programs.
Day Use and Public Use
Harriman Outdoor Center is open only to registered guests.
AMC’s Harriman Outdoor Center is operated under a long term lease from the Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC). As a result, AMC is bound by the rules set by PIPC regarding trail access into Harriman Outdoor Center and swimming in Breakneck Pond. In particular, AMC is bound by rules pertaining to water safety and use of the dock and swimming area at the Center.
Because of rules set by PIPC, hikers and other day users should stay on official trails and not use the network of informal, unofficial trails leading into the Outdoor Center. In addition, hikers and day users should not swim in Breakneck Pond. Use of Harriman Outdoor Center, including the driveway, parking, waterfront/dock area, and informal trails near the Center are limited to registered guests and program participants. The public is welcome to enjoy Harriman Outdoor Center as overnight guests and program participants. All AMC lodges, huts, and programs are open to the general public with an advance reservation, and membership is not required.
Individuals who wish to visit Harriman Outdoor Center as part of planning a future stay are welcome to visit by prior arrangement.
Meetings & Group Reservations
Book a reservation for a group of 10 or more:
603-466-8059
amcgroups@outdoors.org
