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Alger Island Adirondack Preserve

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DEC Campgrounds: Same-day reservations will be allowed until 5pm on day of arrival at all DEC campgrounds. Reservations can be made online or through the Reserve America Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins will not be permitted.

DEC Campgrounds: Same-day reservations will be allowed until 5pm on day of arrival at all DEC campgrounds. Reservations can be made online or through the Reserve America Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins will not be permitted.

DEC Campgrounds: Same-day reservations will be allowed until 5pm on day of arrival at all DEC campgrounds. Reservations can be made online or through the Reserve America Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins will not be permitted.

Alger Island Adirondack Preserve is located near Old Forge, NY, and features forested terrain with access to Fourth Lake. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 70s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Enchanted Forest Water Safari and the Adirondack Scenic Railroad, offering additional activities for campers.

Description

Island camping at its finest is to be found on Alger Island. This boat access-only campground is located on Fourth Lake, the fourth lake in the Fulton Chain of Lakes. The campground combines proximity to local activities with island remoteness for a truly unique camping experience.

CAMPGROUND SPECIFIC INFORMATION

  • All sites on the island are accessible by boat only. They can accommodate up to two tents and 6 people per site (with the exception of Family Sites which accommodate up to four tents and 12 people).
  • The water supply on Alger Island is considered NON POTABLE. Campers and day visitors are encouraged to bring enough bottled water for the duration of their stay.
  • There is a carry-in, carry-out policy for garbage in effect at this campground.

WHEN YOU ARRIVE -You must sign for your own site. Have your equipment with you and be ready to camp when you register. Names of all campers on a site must be listed on the permit at time of registration
CHECK-IN TIME -From 2pm until 9pm Campers must register for their campsite by 9:00 p.m. on the first night of their reservation or the campsite will be subject to re-rental and all fees will be forfeited
CHECK-OUT TIME -11:00 a.m. on your departure date
OCCUPANCY -Limited to 6 individuals per campsite and 2 tents or 1 unit of hard wheeled camping equipment and 1 tent. Only 2 vehicles permitted on any campsite. Extra vehicles will be required to park in a designated area (additional fees will apply)
AGE REGULATIONS -Campsites must be registered and occupied by a responsible person 18 years of age or older
LENGTH OF STAY -Your camping permit can be issued for a maximum of 14 nights. From July 1 through Labor Day only 14 cumulative nights will be permitted at any campground.
QUIET HOURS -From 10 p.m. until 7 a.m., and are strictly enforced. Violators of this policy may be evicted
GENERATORS -The use of generators may be limited to no more than 5 hours per day and fall between the hours of 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily. If the use of a generator is deemed unreasonably loud by the facility staff then individual use of a generator may be prohibited/limited
FIRES -Must be built in fireplaces provided. Only dead and down wood may be used for fuel. No chainsaws are allowed in campgrounds, and cutting down trees, alive or dead is prohibited.
FIREARMS -Are not allowed in campgrounds except during the Fall and Spring hunting seasons. Firearms must not be discharged within campground boundaries at any time
ACCESSIBLE SITES -At least one member of the camping party staying on the site must be mobility impaired (i.e. in a wheelchair or uses a walker) or the camping party may be turned away at the campground
PETS -Are allowed with proof of a currently valid rabies vaccination in the form of a current year's tag or a certificate issued by the veterinarian. Campers can walk dogs on a leash no longer than six feet as long as the animal is under control. Dogs cannot be left unattended and are not allowed in facility structures, on the beach or in day use areas

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Location

Alger Island Adirondack Preserve is located in New York

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Directions

From NYS Thruway: Take Exit 31 at Utica. Take Route 12 North to Alder Creek. Follow Rte 28 to Old Forge. Turn right at the Post Office onto Gilbert St. Turn left onto Park Ave. Turn right onto South Shore Road, to Petrie Road. Drive 3/4 mile to the Fourth Lake Picnic Area. From Route 28, Inlet: Take South Shore Road to Petrie Road and drive one mile to the Fourth Lake Picnic Area.

Address

303 PETRIE ROAD
Old Forge, NY 13420

Coordinates

43.73582029 N
74.89235675 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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    Fair
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Jul. 12, 2018

The island itself is so serene and beautiful but

To get to the campground, you must paddle. The state park allows only car top boats. We kayaked all of our gear out to the island. It was a few days before 4th of July so it was a very busy time to be in 4th lake making the lake very choppy. A lot of our stuff got wet due to big waves from boats crashing into our kayaks. I’m not sure if the lake is more deserted during the rest of the summer but the lake was FILLED with boats. When we arrived to our camp site, there were 5 pontoon boats anchored and a jet ski pulled right up onto our site. We called the park office and were able to move to another site that didn’t have squatters. The island would have been much more peaceful if you didn’t constantly have boats going by, and the bar directly across the lake didn’t have live music until 2 am. But again, maybe all this has to do with it being the week of the 4th of July. I will absolutely stay at this park again, just for the beauty of the island. P.s. don’t feed the ducks. They will never leave.

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  • Review photo of Alger Island Adirondack Preserve by Sarah B., July 12, 2018
Reviewed Jun. 7, 2016

boat only

sites: boat only access. bring water. pack in/ pack out. lean to at sites. secluded. amenities: pit toilets. other attractions: hiking. theme park near (off island). I would go back again.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve?

Camping at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve can cost between $18.00 and $40.00 depending on the site.

Does Alger Island Adirondack Preserve have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Alger Island Adirondack Preserve has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve?

There are 7 campsites at Alger Island Adirondack Preserve and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts