Camping cabins near Bolton Landing, New York provide rustic to resort-style accommodations within the southeastern Adirondacks, where elevations range from 320 feet at Lake George to over 2,000 feet in surrounding peaks. The area's climate features warm summers with average July temperatures around 80°F and cool nights in the 50s, creating ideal conditions for summer cabin stays from late May through early October.
What to do
Water activities on Schroon River: Lake George Riverview Campground offers river access with kayak and canoe rentals for easy paddling excursions. According to Sammii D., "The Schroon River runs right through the campgrounds and you can rent kayaks and canoes or bring your own to go a ride. There is a little beach and just launch on site."
Archery practice: Lake George Escape Campground offers archery activities suitable for beginners and intermediate archers. Kimberly S. shares, "There are SO MANY activities in this area. Archery was awesome!"
Hiking nearby trails: Take advantage of trails near Moreau Lake State Park Campground for all skill levels. Nancy W. notes, "Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don't even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation. We found it enjoyable just to hang out in the park rather than trying to find things to do in the area."
Biking access: Whippoorwill Campsites provides convenient biking options with path connections. Craig F. explains, "Another amenity is the paved bike path that goes along the back of the campground and runs between Lake George and Glen Falls. This was a great amenity and can help avoid all the traffic at Lake George by riding bikes into town."
What campers like
Waterfront access: Campers consistently rate riverside and lakefront sites highly. Lauren S. from Rogers Rock Campground states, "I was lucky to book a site (#68) on the water. Beautiful views and morning sun. There is a nice trail to walk that follows along the shoreline."
Private sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts offers unusually spacious and private sites. Nancy W. explains, "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site. Added bonus is that there is nice separation between sites with trees and shrubs that block out your neighbors and provide lots of privacy."
Resort-style pools: Several campgrounds feature swimming pools with additional features. Happy Camper L. remarks about Lake George Riverview, "The river is the attraction at this Campground that provides hours of entertainment. If you are looking for a resort campground with lots of amenities this may not be the campground for you, but if you want a clean beautiful spot on a beautiful river convenient to Bolton's Landing & Lake George Village you will love it here!"
Clean individual bathrooms: Lake George Riverview Campground provides individual bathroom facilities. Jim B. notes, "The private bathrooms were an unexpected surprise. Each bathroom was large with toilet, sink and shower! With many campers in RVs the bathroom were never busy."
What you should know
Reservation timing: Book cabin accommodations well in advance, especially during summer. Jessica D. advises about Moose Hillock, "Me and my family go here at least twice a year. Its our favorite getaway spot. The campsites are nice and secluded but extremely spacious which is a very rare combination."
Site selection importance: When booking, pay attention to site location relative to water access, roads, and facilities. Nancy W. from Lake George Escape Campground shares, "Campsites in the park are pretty inconsistent– meaning some are long and wide with good privacy but others are not. With over 400 campsites there are a lot to chose from and hard to know which is best for you unless you have been there before."
Seasonal pricing fluctuations: Prices can increase dramatically during peak season and holidays. Nancy W. experienced this at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts: "It was $66/night during the first part of our stay but them jumped up to in-season rates that were $99/night plus $20/night because it was a holiday weekend."
Construction updates: Some properties undergo renovations. Nancy W. points out at Lake George Riverview: "Apparently, it is under new management and there are lots of changes that the new owners are proud of. But that also means there is a lot of on-going construction happening in the campground which was pretty annoying."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Check which campgrounds have updated playground facilities. At Lake George Escape Campground, Meag F. reports, "Great Camper camp ground! This place is great for families, it has different activities, a waterslide, peddle carts, kayaks and boats for rent, dancing, and teen specific activities too!"
Entertainment options: Lake George RV Park provides multiple entertainment venues. Michael C. shares, "Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong. Water park was great, kids spent all day there. Arcades and game rooms are great for rainy days."
Community spaces: Look for campgrounds with shared areas for socialization. Mallory K. from Whippoorwill Campsites explains, "There is a fire pits at every campsite along with a large community fire pit to socialize with and meet other campers. Its a great way to let the kids find someone to play with while being supervised."
Site privacy considerations: Quieter sites may be preferable for families with younger children. John W. from Rogers Rock Campground notes, "I've seen the park change a lot over the years. The sites used to be further apart with more privacy and woods surrounding each site, but they had to change so more people could enjoy the park."
Tips from RVers
Parking and accessibility: Site size matters for larger RVs. Nancy W. from Lake George Escape notes, "Our site was fine and large enough to accommodate our RV and tow car but some campsites were pretty small and would not fit large RVs. Roads in the park are confusing because none are parallel or perpendicular so we had to go slow just to make sure we didn't miss a turn in the RV."
Utility hookups: Full hookup availability varies widely between campgrounds. Caleb C. from Lake George Riverview reports, "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."
Tree clearance: Check for tight spaces when maneuvering larger vehicles. Nancy W. explains about Moreau Lake State Park Campground, "The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs)."
Seasonal considerations: Some facilities close outside peak season. Nancy W. adds, "The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season."
