Established Camping
Luzerne Campground
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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.
Luzerne Campground, near Lake Luzerne, New York, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying some quality family time. With its secluded sites tucked away in the woods, it offers a peaceful atmosphere that many campers rave about.
The campground features a small lake perfect for kayaking and swimming, although the swimming area is at your own risk. Visitors have highlighted the clean facilities, including private showers and well-maintained restrooms, making it a comfortable place to unwind after a day of adventure. One happy camper noted, “The showers are so nice and private and clean,” which speaks to the attention given to maintaining the grounds.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Luzerne Campground is surrounded by a wealth of activities. You can find great hiking trails, tubing, and white-water rafting nearby, along with local food and breweries to explore. As one reviewer put it, “GREAT LOCATION! Small state run campground in the SE Adirondacks—plenty to do.”
Whether you're fishing, hiking, or just relaxing by the campfire, Luzerne Campground has a little something for everyone. It's a solid choice for families and friends looking to create lasting memories in a beautiful setting.
Description
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
Luzerne Campground
Luzerne Campground partially surrounds Fourth Lake, which is approximately 51 acres, with a maximum depth of 41 feet. No motor boats are allowed on the lake, creating a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. Luzerne has a special camping area for equestrians, with horse barns, separate corrals with water, and picnic tables, located in a grove of pines. There are about five miles of marked trails on state land connected to about 60 miles of private trails.
CAMPGROUND SPECIFIC INFORMATION
- Sites H1 to H22 are campsites with horse stalls available. Campers without horses booking this area during these times may have their reservation canceled upon arrival to the facility. An additional campsite is not needed. On Memorial Day weekend, Fourth of July Weekend, and Labor Day Weekend, YOU MUST HAVE A HORSE TO CAMP IN THIS AREA. At other times during the year, a horse is not required to stay in this area. Please note that horses are NOT available for hire at the campground
- All horses must have a current Coggins Certificate to enter the park
- Out of state equestrians must have a current 30 day horse health certificate with them at all times
- Motorized boats are not allowed on the lake
- Day Use Area: There is a carry in, carry out policy for garbage at this facility
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 9p.m. 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
SWIMMING -A swimming beach available. * Please take note the swimming facilities at this location are not supervised by a lifeguard or other responsible person. In place of on-site supervision, this facility has established a series of safeguards to be followed by all guests, the details of which are outlined in a brochure presented to customers upon arrival at the facility.
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
Location
Luzerne Campground is located in New York
Directions
From the Northway (I-87), take Exit 21 to Route 9N south. The park is 7 miles down, on the left.
Address
892 LAKE AVE.
Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Coordinates
43.36096649 N
73.82693775 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 14 min from Glens Falls
- 57 min from Albany
- 1 hr 40 min from Pittsfield
- 1 hr 49 min from Utica