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Campgrounds surrounding Au Sable Forks, New York provide access to the scenic Adirondack region with options ranging from primitive sites to full-service facilities. Taylor Pond Campground, located directly in Au Sable Forks, offers tent and RV camping with lake access from May through early September. Other nearby options include AuSable Chasm Campground with cabin accommodations and AuSable Point Campground along Lake Champlain, both providing more developed camping experiences. The region includes both state-operated facilities and private campgrounds, many featuring waterfront locations on lakes and ponds.
Camping in the Adirondack region typically runs from May through October, with most facilities closing after Indigenous Peoples' Day weekend. "The Cumberland Bay State Park in New York is a great place to go and relax. If you like the beach scene, swimming, or having a picnic, then you will enjoy this park," noted one visitor. Sites with water and electric hookups are available at several campgrounds, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Winter conditions generally make camping impractical from November through April, with significant snowfall common throughout the region. Cell service can be limited in more remote camping areas, and reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods.
Waterfront access represents a significant draw for many campers visiting the Au Sable Forks area. Lake Champlain shoreline camping at AuSable Point receives positive reviews for swimming opportunities and sunset views. Several campers mention the Adirondack mountains as a scenic backdrop to their camping experience. More developed campgrounds like Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday provide amenities including showers, firewood, and sanitary dump stations for RVs. For those seeking more seclusion, primitive camping options exist at Taylor Pond with boat-in and hike-in sites. Reviews consistently mention the region's natural beauty, with one camper describing the "beautiful little peninsula where you can watch the sunrise/set" at AuSable Point Campground.
"Close to hiking trails, Whiteface Mt Parkway & Lake Placid. Nice, helpful staff. It is NOT wheelchair accessible. There are steep steps to the office, no grab bars in the bathrooms."
"Very large and busy campground, close to Lake Placid and other cool activities to take in. Pros- hot showers, convenient laundromat, you are guided to your site by staff on golf carts."
"Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors."
"Pretty decent campground with lots of sites anod close by to some fun attractions."
"Only about a hour and a half from the border of Canada. This is a great home base for Lake Placid area and Whiteface Mountain. Great clean bathrooms with free hot showers."
"Great location, very close to Lake Placid and many different trails. The sites are closer together and not as much privacy in some sections, be sure to reserve to get a prime spot."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"Sites 1 to 16 are close to each other. Sites 113 to 119 are bad. Very close to each other. No redeeming qualities.
Sites have 30 amp electric and water but might need a longish cord or hose."
"A very short and easy drive right outside of Burlington, with direct access to the greenway along the lakefront."
from $37 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Good birding, water activities, sunsets, geology/gorge, short easy forest hikes, beach walking, all the good stuff you expect from this part of New York."
"Take a walk up the path next to the chasm. So relaxing listening to the water falls. Great place to watch the sunset! "
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Its definitely way out there, and the beauty is worth the drive! Very nice primitive style campground :)"
"Long skinny lake can be windy and rough. Boat launch is rough"
from $16 / night
Check Availability"We wanted to visit Lake Placid but preferred bringing our RV instead of booking a hotel for the whole trip."
"Beautifully set on Lake Champlain in Vermont! This is a relatively large campground but is well laid out and doesn't feel small even when it's packed to the gills."
"We biked to this park from Burlington via the Island Line Trail. It was a super trip. The lakeside lean-to was awesome."
from $6 - $28 / night
Check Availability"Easy distance to Poko-moonshine mountain and several smaller mountains.Beautiful location. Removed from trafficked roads, very quiet. Can be busy in summer. Waterfront access to Long Pond."
"Some if the sites are rather close to each other, and the proximity to the road was noticeable but my white noise app dealt with that while I slept. Prices were more than fair for what was provided."
"We had a full hookup, pull through site surrounded by trees. There was some road noise during the day but it was nice and quiet at night. The bathhouses looked very "rustic" but we didn't use them."
from $30 - $40 / night
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ScoutMy brother and I hadn’t camped together since we were teenagers. Decided to bring the tents out again and see if we still knew what we were doing. Setup took longer than either of us would admit, but we had a blast.
ScoutWe spent one afternoon doing absolutely nothing except sitting near the beach with snacks and a couple of books. No sightseeing and no schedule. It ended up being my favorite afternoon of the entire trip.
ScoutKings Bay is a great, quiet little campground. The staff is very helpful and understanding. This is our shakedown trip before we head south, we have been here a month after purchasing our new fifth wheel. When we pulled in, it was pouring rain and Steve from the front office came out to help and offered the clubhouse to our kids while we set up. He put a movie on for them and let them sit in the lounge. The only reason I give it 4 stars and not 5 is there is no playground for the kids, plenty of open spaces and a lot of kids running around!
ScoutAusable Pines was our first stop on a much longer RV trip, so there was a lot of excitement when we pulled in. We got connected, opened a bottle of wine, pulled out the map and started talking about everywhere we were headed next. Great way to start the trip.
ScoutKings Bay made a great stopping point during our trip through northern New York. We were able to shower, get everything connected, catch up on a few things using the Wi-Fi, and recharge before the next part of our drive. Very convenient setup for RV travelers.
ScoutMy parents joined us and the kids for this trip, which meant five people sharing a camper and somehow still getting along by the end of it. The grandparents took mornings slow while the kids were ready to go almost immediately. Everyone eventually met back at the campsite for meals. It was a different kind of family vacation for us and one we’ll probably remember much longer than another hotel trip.
ScoutWe had one day where the weather didn’t cooperate with our outdoor plans, so we ended up spending some time in the recreation hall. It actually turned into a really fun afternoon of games and hanging out together. Nice having somewhere to go without needing to pack everyone into the car.
TravelerMultiple small fire ring, camping spots with an outhouse down a trail by site 3.
ScoutWe wanted to visit Lake Placid but preferred bringing our RV instead of booking a hotel for the whole trip. We spent a full day around Lake Placid and the surrounding area, then drove back to Ausable Pines that evening. I liked having some separation between the busy sightseeing part of the day and where we were staying. The next morning we took our time making breakfast before heading out again. It gave the trip a nice balance between exploring and camping.
Camping near Au Sable Forks, New York offers access to the Adirondack Park's eastern section, where elevations range from 500 to 2,000 feet across a mix of hardwood forests and watershed areas. The region experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, with summer highs averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. Campsites in this area typically receive less crowding than more popular western Adirondack destinations.
Hiking to waterfalls: Taylor Pond Campground provides access to several nearby trails with water features. "Behind the 100-Acre section are trails that lead to Whiteface Mountain so you don't have to get in the car to start a hike. My dog loved running through the woods and there were a couple of small streams where she could get a drink of water," notes one camper at Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Swimming in natural pools: Find secluded swimming areas throughout the region. A visitor to Wilmington Notch Campground shares, "A mile down the road is flume falls trails, which leads to a great swimming hole and various height choice cliff jumping. This is a very clean and quiet campground, one of the best in the high peaks region for primitive camping."
Kayaking and canoeing: Multiple waterways offer paddling opportunities with rental options. "We rented kayaks and a canoe from down the road Adirondack River rentals and they delivered and picked up from our site," explains a visitor at Ausable Point Campground.
Waterfront access: Many campsites offer direct water views or access. "Spent 3 nights at Ausable Point in August 2020. Had site 98 on the river, highly recommend a river site or beach site. Was told getting beach site is nearly impossible, luckily got one on the river," shares one camper at Ausable Point Campground.
Secluded camping options: Some locations offer more private experiences. At Adirondack Acres Trail and Camps, a visitor noted, "This prime location is very private. There is absolutely no one around as far as the eye can see in the area close to the river."
Proximity to attractions: Campgrounds serve as convenient bases for regional exploration. "Since this campground is within Burlington city limits it is a bit cramped and can get crowded. However its location makes it convenient too. Plus it's right on Lake Champlain with great beach access," reports a camper at North Beach Campground.
Reservations essential: Most campgrounds fill quickly during summer months. "We stayed over Memorial Day weekend and were surprised that the campground was not full. One thing we noticed was that all the campers were clustered together while they could have been spaced out so there was an empty site between us and our neighbors," noted a visitor to Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Shower facilities vary: Quality and availability of showers differs between campgrounds. A camper at Wilmington Notch Campground shares, "Bathroom conditions vary at the campground depending on who the staff is from year to year, but all your basic amenities are provided (clean water, showers, bathrooms) and the campground itself is usually clean and well-kept. There is one shower building with two stalls for each gender, and showers are free."
Visitor fees: Some campgrounds charge for day visitors. "One bad thing about this park is that you have to pay high fees for visitors. Day passes for adults are $12 and $6/kid. Overnight fees are crazy high at $15/adult, $8/kid and $7/car," reports a camper at Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA.
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer child-friendly amenities. At Grand Isle State Park Campground, a visitor noted, "It was a quiet, family friendly campground with a cute little beach and nature center with youth programs."
Lean-to options: Consider lean-tos for easier camping with kids. "We had a lean-to site that was just far enough from the bathroom that it felt far. I found the site to be well maintained and for the rangers to be kind and help," shares a visitor to Grand Isle State Park Campground.
Beach selection: Not all beaches are equally suited for children. One camper at Grand Isle observed, "Very rocky beach with little to no sand to play in, a bit of a walk to the water. Overall we considered coming back because it was a great stay. Very peaceful and laid back but without a beach for the kids to play when it got hot it was enough for us to look elsewhere."
Road conditions: Interior campground roads may present challenges. At AuSable Chasm Campground, an RVer reported, "The 'road' into the campground is more like a goat trail, with numerous washouts and uneven rocks and dirt."
Site leveling: RV sites may require significant adjustment. One camper noted, "RV site 8 is so out of level that we couldn't get our Airstream level unless we put 10" of blocking under both axles."
Hookup reliability: Check utilities upon arrival. A visitor to Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday shared, "The water spigot at our site broke when I was hooking up the water which was then gushing everywhere. Staff were really prompt at coming out and shutting off the water and getting it fixed. Other than that, we didn't have any trouble with the hook-ups."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Au Sable Forks, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Au Sable Forks, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 167 campgrounds and RV parks near Au Sable Forks, NY and 16 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Au Sable Forks, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Au Sable Forks, NY is Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday with a 4.4-star rating from 45 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Au Sable Forks, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 free dispersed camping spots near Au Sable Forks, NY.
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