Carry Falls Recreation Area

Paddlers launching onto the Raquette River use Carry Falls Recreation Area as a staging point for extended river trips. This state-managed campground sits about 20 miles from Tupper Lake, offering basic sites with picnic tables and fire rings alongside water hookups for RVs up to 30 feet. Sites provide shade and privacy through tree and shrub barriers.

The facility includes composting toilets, drinking water, and trash service, though campers report the water has a rusty taste. A boat launch at the campground's far end provides direct river access. Sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis at $16 per night, with camp hosts who have returned annually for 15 years. Heavy mosquito populations persist throughout the day and night during summer months. Campers seeking additional options can explore Cranberry Lake Campground to the southwest.

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Map & DirectionsCarry Falls Recreation Area is located in New York near Childwold

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Coordinates

44.35351834 N
74.72688454 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Water Hookups

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Reviewed Aug. 23, 2025

Quite, not high quality.

Thai place is very cute, quiet, and not a lot of people frequent. The bathrooms are kind of “rundown” they are old and they use composing toilets with no showers and one sink located outside of the facility. It is NOT FREE they charge 16.00 a night. Located on an inlet of the man made lake. Water access, quiet, not busy, small, gives small town feel. Comes with picnic table and fireplace. We had site 6 and fit our 30 ft camper with 4 cars.

SiteSite 6
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jun. 14, 2018

Cute & Quiet...Mosquitoes Come FREE of Charge!

Small and quiet campground, just about 20 miles from the Village of Tupper Lake, along the Raquette River.  Great campground for an extended river trip, as there is a nice launch at the far end of the campground.

Sites are basic with a picnic table and open grill. Composting toilets (very clean smelling), trash, and drinking water (somewhat rusty thought) are available. Some sites can accommodate longer RV’s and some are perfect for tents (no tent pads though).  All sites have quite a bit of shade and privacy as they are lined with trees and shrubs.

The major problem with this campground is that there are thousands of mosquitos who don’t seem to be crepuscular! They are out all day and night and even found ways to get inside our camper. Our only saving grace was the downpour that kept them away.

No reservations, first-come first served.  The current camp hosts have been coming here every year for 15 years and are sweet as can be.  And, are evidently immune to mosquitoes!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Carry Falls Recreation Area?

Camping at Carry Falls Recreation Area can starts at $16.00.

Does Carry Falls Recreation Area have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Carry Falls Recreation Area has water hookups.

What is the elevation of Carry Falls Recreation Area?

Carry Falls Recreation Area is located at 1402 feet.

Are fires allowed at Carry Falls Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Carry Falls Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Carry Falls Recreation Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Carry Falls Recreation Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Carry Falls Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.