This free hike-in campground sits within the High Peaks Wilderness, managed by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. Located on a side trail just before MacIntyre Brook Falls along the route toward Algonquin Peak, the site provides drinking water and toilet facilities. Campers can collect water directly from the nearby falls.
Bear canisters are required for all overnight stays. The campground allows pets and serves as a base for exploring camping spots around High Peaks Wilderness. Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake lies one mile north for those preferring drive-in access.
Description
All users of the High Peaks area must follow all State Land Use Regulations. The regulations for each zone below are the most current regulations. https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/9198.html#High_Peaks
No campfires in the Eastern Zone of the High Peaks Wilderness Group Size Maximums Day Trip - 15 Overnight - 8 (Permits for oversized groups are not available in the High Peaks Wilderness) No camping on summits No camping above 3,500 feet (except at lean-to) No camping in areas with "No Camping" signs present Whenever possible, camp in designated sites. If necessary, at-large camping is permitted as long as campsites are at least 150 feet from any road, trail, water body, or waterway. Place your tent on a durable surface, such as hardened soil, leaf litter, or pine duff. Do not place your tent on vegetation.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMacIntyre Brook Falls campground is located in New York near Lake Placid
Coordinates
44.167548 N
73.968612 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 28 min from Burlington, VT
- 1 hr 30 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 2 hrs 34 min from Watertown, NY
- 2 hrs 57 min from Utica, NY




