1 campground with availability this weekend
Lake George Escape Campground and Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground house upscale glamping options in the Adirondack region, offering accommodations beyond traditional camping. Both locations feature glamping tents and yurts with comfortable furnishings, electricity, and climate control options. Lake George Escape provides glamping yurts with private decks overlooking scenic views, while Medcalf Acres offers canvas glamping tents along the Schroon River. Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks adds to the region's eco-friendly glamping options with well-appointed yurts featuring comfortable beds, electricity, and heating. These accommodations blend outdoor adventure with modern comforts, creating a distinctive wilderness experience without sacrificing amenities. One guest shared, "The staff is always very friendly. They went out of their way to make sure my kids were having fun."
The Schroon River at Medcalf Acres provides glamping guests with floating and swimming opportunities directly from their luxury accommodations. At Lake George Escape, glampers can access boat-in adventures, fishing spots, and maintained hiking trails while returning to their comfortable canvas accommodations each evening. Moose Hillock Camping Resorts enhances the glamping experience with market access and a range of organized activities for guests staying in their premium accommodations. For families seeking luxury outdoor experiences, Spacious Skies offers special attractions like gem mining and train rides that complement their upscale accommodations. A visitor noted, "The kids loved the gem mining and train rides! We enjoyed the water view and the staff was so nice to us!" Most glamping sites operate seasonally from May through early October, with peak availability during summer months.
"The bathrooms and shower houses are maintained and cleaned daily, which is good because some campers are just inconsiderate and disgusting."
"great campground, perfect location to also drive up to the high peaks"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $172 / night
"We parked in a lot and walked about 5 minutes to the campgrounds on the lake. They were beautiful and well kept, even had a small pile of fire wood for us."
"There is a beach, fishing dock, pavilion and plenty to do in the area. This is dispersed camping but every site has water nearby. The water is difficult to get as you can’t connect a regular hose."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $25 / night
"Linens, blankets and pillows were provided. There was a fire pit, BBQ, picnic table with umbrella, covered platform, and a partition between campsites."
"We stayed here back in 2016 when the Adirondack Safari had their glamping sites here. We loved it. The best part honestly was tubing down the river."
"Gorgeous days at the lake. Smores and campfires too."
from $22 / night
"The owner is very nice and accommodating and the staff, in particular Michael is always doing something to make the campground look better(cleaning, mowing and weed whacking) just to name a few."
"right on the paradox river; they rent tubes ; they have a heated pool, a couple different playgrounds and an arcade for those rainy days."
"There is an outhouse nearby, several campsites, fire pits, and we went for a swim in the pond. Overall great experience!"
"There is an outhouse near that lot and a foot bridge off to the right, leading to Pharaoh Mtn Trail. "
"Spacious sites close to great amenities! Super staff! Clean and updated facilities. Close to beautiful hiking, lake activities and rail bikes. We can’t wait to come back!"
"The doggos and husband absolutely loved being able to walk the beautiful trail in the cooler weather, especially the husky."
from $999 / night
"Staff was super friendly and had us check in on no time. The campground loses a start only because when it's at full capacity, it is very cramped."
"Electric and water hookups. WiFi was great. Cable tv hookups, also. Dump station on site was convenient. Also, they had propane there, so I topped off. Beautiful campground."
from $41 - $75 / night
"Dunno why others are complaining about the 3 rocks as a fire pit. Plenty functional and directs the heat out towards the seating area. The pool is as good as it looks in the pictures."
"Great pool (actually boasts the largest heated pool in the Northeast US) and activities. super clean bathrooms and laundry."
"**Lake George RV Park may be the greatest campground we’ve stayed at yet!"
"We rented a golf cart from an outside course which was SUPER expensive, so it would be nice if the campground offered their own rentals, but if that's our only complaint, we're happy campers."
GuideNice campground near Killington, VT. Water and dump station. Not for big rigs we have a 21 ft TT. Things were tight but doable. One of the few Vermont state campgrounds that is still open. Most close from second Monday in October until Memorial Day.
LegendWe spent a long weekend at Moose Hillock in Fort Ann, New York, to visit Lake George. This is a difficult place for me to review. But I’ll do my best to share my experience.
The pool is the main attraction here and probably the largest and most ridiculous I’ve ever seen at a campground. Great for young kids.
THINGS I LIKED:
— The sites are enormous and private, probably the biggest sites we’ve ever seen at any campground we’ve stayed at.
— The mature trees are everywhere, great for privacy.
— It’s located about 25-minutes to the heart of Lake George. Easy drive away but not in the loud and busy area.
— The camp store is pretty good and sells snacks, drinks, basic supplies, and souvenirs.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
— Our site(# 709) was sloped, so much that even with leveling boards under the rear wheels, rear jacks fully extended and front jacks fully retracted, we couldn’t level. That’s annoying and so easily fixed by a campground this size with this array of equipment and resources.
— Except for the entry roads, the rest of the park is gravel and dirt, which was extremely dusty. Our vehicles and our stuff were instantly covered by this dusty dirt which was a never-ending battle to keep outside.
— I’m ok paying premium money for a great site, but this site wasn’t matched to the price. I paid$647.38 for 3-nights. That’s$215.79 per night.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
Probably not. For me, having a level site that’s not covered in dirt and dust is important— especially when it costs$215 per night. There’s a much nicer park about 10-minutes away(closer to Lake George) where we’ve stayed in the past. The sites are smaller, but they’re level.
ScoutPeaceful, quiet, relaxing space. Super friendly staff.
ScoutThis was our first trip away from home. The campgrounds are clean with beautiful views.
GuideOriginally we reserved mountain view. It waa getting ready to rain...alot for 1 - 1/2 days. The mountain views didn't have gravel, but hard dirt. However beautiful shady areas (we drove thru the another day to check it out) looked nice, but it's hard to imagine on the side of hills to level 🤷🏼♀️
We really like the riverside view..it's across the street & about 300' down the street.
But is a great location for places to go & things to see. A few Miles from Whiteface mtn & about 15 min to downtown Lake Placid.
TravelerJust stayed at Drapers Acres for the Iron Man in Lake Placid. We stayed in a cabin and daughter and her husband stayed in their rig in an RV site. They clearly state that they are not a camping resort, but a base camp for the area adventures. Rest rooms were clean and had plenty of hot water. Staff was friendly and welcoming! Great playground for the kids to play on and plenty of privacy. Cabin was basic - had fan, heat, mini-fridge and microwave. If visiting the area again, I would not hesitate to stay there again! The RV site was large with plenty of space for their 40 foot rig and jeep. Use AT&T towers and had the ability to use phone as a hotspot.
ScoutWe have stayed here a few times. It’s always clean and quiet. Pool is nice but very family (kid) oriented. Love the trails to the water from both camp loops. Great place to stay with a kayak or paddle board!
TravelerTerrible. Only 1 bar of Verizon. They have WIFI but it’s useless. Plus way too crowded for me. Noisy
TravelerMy partner and I went on 4th of July weekend for the first time and was greeted by a man in the parking lot who had been coming there for 40 years. The site was gorgeous with 10 different campsites to choose from. The past reviews are correct with a lifted four wheel drive vehicle being needed for this drive in if you plan on getting paddled boats/kayaks in the water. Our plan was to go in and out to explore but decided to hunker down once we took the road in to avoid driving it multiple times. There are four hike-in camps from the parking lot. All campsites are marked on AllTrails. We stayed on the East side camp, #10, which after setting up and visiting the rest of the sites, had the least views from camp of the water but was the most secluded. Many sites have a privy or a box with a hole and a lid. There were a total of four trucks/jeeps in the lot all weekend and only a few camps being used. The black flies and mosquitos were bad given the time of the year so be prepared if you come during the same time. There are some beautiful trails that connect to the parking lot that lead to other hike-in camps at other small ponds/lakes.
There are green tags on the trees marked next to the water where the camp sites are. We made the mistake of setting up our tent at a makeshift campsite someone made and found the "no camping" sign after and ended up moving. There are beaver, ducks, and loons living at the pond.
Adirondack glamping sites operate primarily from late May through early October, with most areas closing after the fall color season. Sites in higher elevations experience colder nights even in summer, with temperatures sometimes dropping into the 40s°F. The region's sandy soil at certain campsites creates drainage challenges during heavy rain, while waterfront locations often have steep paths requiring careful navigation to access water features.
Water activities on Schroon River: At Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground, the river provides excellent tubing and fishing opportunities. A camper shared, "We spent hours floating down the river biking took day trips to Lake Placid and Burlington Vermont lots of seasonal campers but for a day camping the sites are really nice would highly recommend."
Hiking accessible trails: Rogers Rock Campground offers shoreline trails with lake views. "There is a nice trail to walk that follows along the shoreline. Each site has a fireplace and table. Some water sites have a steeper path to the water," notes one visitor.
Night swimming in lit pools: For evening refreshment, Moose Hillock Camping Resorts offers unique nighttime swimming. "The pool is a little less crowded at night & lit up nicely," reports a camper who appreciated the evening atmosphere.
Private waterfront sites: Eagle Point Campground sites near Schroon Lake provide water access. "Site 22 was located up on a hill and did seem to be one of the best sites... There was also a path behind our site (a bit steep, but manageable) down to the lake," one camper explained.
Family-friendly facilities: Lake George RV Park maintains exceptionally clean amenities. "The campground is so clean and nice! Perfect for the dogs with best dog park I ever saw. Pools and hot tubs extremely clean and the grounds looked more like a hotel resort than campground," a visitor reported.
Rustic waterfront glamping: Scaroon Manor Campground offers remote lakeside glamping options. A recent guest described, "We stayed in the rustic campground right down the road from the main campground. We parked in a lot and walked about 5 minutes to the campgrounds on the lake. They were beautiful and well kept, even had a small pile of fire wood for us."
Off-season limitations: Many Adirondack glamping sites have reduced amenities in May and late September. At Lake George Riverview Campground, construction and renovations often occur during shoulder seasons. One visitor noted, "Many of the sites in the older section have sand/dirt patios and sandy roads which makes it very dusty."
Cell service challenges: Rogers Rock Campground has limited connectivity. A camper warned, "Cell service is spotty, I was getting 1-2 bars with Verizon." This affects most glamping locations throughout the northern Adirondack region.
Reservations requirements: Peak summer weekends book months in advance at popular sites. "If you want to avoid the rush of campers, definitely try to make the trip on a weekday. Sitting by the lake is really relaxing when you're all alone!"
Wildlife awareness: Glamping sites near water attract wildlife. At Scaroon Manor, a camper reported, "Coyotes were howling all night and definitely heard some around our campground."
Gem mining alternatives: While Spacious Skies offers gem mining, other campgrounds have different activities. Lake George RV Park provides diverse entertainment options. "Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong," shared one family.
Beach amenities: Beaches at state campgrounds are maintained daily. "The beach area & lake were fantastic & very clean. The beach was dragged & groomed every night," noted a camper at Eagle Point.
Quiet time enforcement: Campgrounds enforce quiet hours differently. "Family oriented campground and everyone was very respectful of the posted quiet time," reported a Lake George Riverview visitor, though others noted this varies by location.
Site selection for privacy: For glamping in RVs, outer perimeter sites offer more seclusion. "Best sites are along the outer perimeter as they provide more privacy. We stayed in site 137 and had woods and some flat grassy areas behind us," advised a Moose Hillock visitor.
Water connections: Some campgrounds have unusual water hook-ups. At Scaroon Manor, "The water is difficult to get as you can't connect a regular hose. Luckily a neighbor helped us out," explained a camper who found the non-standard connections challenging.
Leveling requirements: Many Adirondack glamping sites require leveling equipment. "Very tight sites and some are very hard to get level. No grass on the sites," warned a visitor to Eagle Point, highlighting the importance of bringing proper leveling blocks.
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