Best Tent Camping near Brant Lake, NY

Recent Tent Reviews near Brant Lake, New York

727 Reviews of 43 Brant Lake Campgrounds

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  Karolina

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 28, 2021

  Draper’s Acres

  Good location to hike ADK

  Tent camped here several times in past few summers. Good location for major trailheads and near by lake placid keene. Tent sites are not very big. Although weconfortavly fit with one vehicle. Free hot showers.

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  Justin P.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 19, 2022

  Gifford Woods State Park Campground

  Quiet and well maintained campground

  I tent camped here before doing a section hike of the Appalachian Trail and it was one of the best campgrounds I’ve stayed at before.

  The sites have some privacy and woods in between, though the tent sites vs. shelters and cabins were mostly closer to the access road. All sites were super clean and had a picnic table and fire ring. Most sites had a built in cooking fire structure (vs. a fire ring) they looked great for camp cooking, though my site (T01) seemed to be the only without it.

  The facilities were well-maintained, there were water spigots everywhere, and though I didn’t get a chance to enjoy, there were lots of activities right there (volleyball lawn, the AT running right through the campground, mountain bike trails).

  I didn’t stay in them, but the cabins and lean-tos looked great for group or family options.

  Kent Pond was also just across the road for water activities, and I saw at least one fly fisher out.

  Killington was also right nearby for restaurants and other needs.

  I will definitely be coming back to explore more!

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  annette M.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 7, 2021

  Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday

  Reliable KOA

  Another KOA that’s reliably good. Very big, very full campground, but the tent sites are nicely dispersed

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  James K.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 3, 2019

  Chittenden Brook Campground

  Really nice semi-remote campground

  Great tent camping area with good privacy at sites. Would be tough for any but the tiniest RV. No water. Well maintained, and nice access to trails right from the campground.

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  Alex R.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 21, 2023

  Bushnelle Falls Campsite

  Great campsite near the river and falls.

  Great campsite!

  Lots of tent sites and 2 lean-to.

  2 privy.

  Near the river and a huge falls too.

  Campsite is FREE (but entry is 10$ day)

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  Michelle R.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 30, 2018

  Lake Bomoseen KOA

  family camping on Lake Bomoseen

  family camping Kabins, rv, and tent sites, arcade, store, ice cream, and Lake Bomoseen. Easy to get to, close to Castleton, Rutland, and Hubbarton Battlefield. Great spot for a family get-a-way.

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  Katrina J.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 29, 2018

  King Phillip's Campground

  Family time

  Great campground for families, we stayed at a tent site right near the playground. Pool, arcade, a short trolley ride to downtown lake George. It was a great stay and the kids loved it.

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  The Other Kim K.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 1, 2021

  Lewey Lake - DEC

  Beautiful Views

  Camped on one of the waterfront tent sites. Super nice but close to highway so you could hear the cars drive by and see the hwy from the site. Not super quiet but I’d still camp here again.

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  Kendall S.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 2, 2021

  Lake George Riverview Campground

  Small quite!

  Small and quite place to camp and relax not far from home! They have added more every sites so there are less tent sites but the ones they have are on the water so it’s is nice! Everyone is very friendly!

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  Harry H.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 1, 2017

  Putnam Pond Adirondack Preserve

  Perfect backpacking basecamp

  Beautiful views over the lake with sunset views. Canoe rentals on site. Very clean, truly hot showers, large tent sites, shady & wooded campground. Try to book the site on the little island, but the others are all nice too.

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  Harry H.

  Ranger

  

  Sep. 30, 2017

  Paradox Lake Campground

  What’s the paradox? If you find out let me know.

  Adirondacks scenery, camping along the lake. Trail access from campground. Swim & boat on site. Modern but basic state park. Some tent sites nicely private. Close to rt 87, convenient stop on the way to or from Canada from NYC.

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  Eric M.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 14, 2020

  Draper’s Acres

  Nice areas for tents, plus private cabins

  This site has good tent sites that are separate from RV area and rental cabins. Very reasonable rates and friendly staff, also showers on site tho they're a bit rustic. Great experience; if you tent, try to grab a spot on the outer ring for a quieter time, larger space and better views

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  Kathy S.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 22, 2019

  Little Sand Point - DEC

  Nothing but campsites

  LSP on Piseco Lake is just ok. There is nothing but campsites and RV sites. The RV sites are tiny and close together. The majority of tent sites on the water are uneven and look like they are spillways in Teton the

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  stephen S.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 19, 2021

  Forked Lake Campground

  Primative camping on lakefront

  Primative, badly maintained, tent sites. Widely spaced. All sites on lake front. Canoe rentals available for paddling to sites. Some sites having their own docks. Very heavy bugs. Primative old pit toilets at each site. Be advised, this is bear country. Campground managent very poor, uncaring.

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  Dina S.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 29, 2019

  Lincoln Pond Campground

  Peaceful

  Tent camping at its best. Quiet and nestled in the trees. Not much is nearby in the way of attractions but there is amazing hiking trails all throughout this area. If you are new to hiking in real mountains like the ones near this campground (I’m from Jersey so...) be sure to have a personal beacon since your cell phone won’t work on the hikes. The campground does get 1 bar.

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  Miccal M.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 18, 2024

  Crown Point State Historic Site

  great place to stop for a night - very little privacy

  If you like history this is a great spot to camp, when exploring.  Just don't expect privacy. That said the views are wonderful.  The sites all have fire rings, tent sites don't have anything else.  RV sites do offer full hookups.  The access into the site is paved.  There is a trash house and bathhouse on the grounds.

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  Alex R.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 21, 2023

  Sno-Bird

  Tiny remote campsite

  very tiny and remote.

  5-6 tent sites and a small box privy.

  But great when you hike the HaBaSa trail (haystack, basin, saddleback).

  Since it's right after Haystack and not too far from Basin.

  No need to walk more...it's on the way.

  It's a very high campsite...So it's windy and colder at night.

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  Keith M.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 11, 2018

  Dorset RV Park

  Convenient location

  The location was very good in allowing us to visit family in nearby village and go into nearby Manchester Center. Much more of an RV Park (name is on the money) than camping where we had our site. There were some more “remote” sites available near tent sites. Facilities were extremely well kept. Host was very helpful.

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  Natalie N.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 25, 2018

  Draper’s Acres

  Campground with options

  Great campground with secluded sites most with woods behind each site, especially the tent area. The RV and tent camping is well separated and there are different kinds of RV space available as well. The showers are a bit gross, but free. The cabins look nice but a little close together. They don’t pick up the phone right away so call a few times to get ahold of someone. We had water/electric for a trailer at $35 a night in perfect location between Keene Valley and Lake Placid. Sites were clean and the fire pits were beautiful! We camped in site 45 and were pleasantly left alone.

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  Leah B.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 5, 2016

  Moreau Lake State Park Campground

  Planning a return trip!

  Big sites! Good tenting sites. Great hiking trials with views. We love that it is close to Saratoga Springs as well.

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  Thomas B.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 5, 2018

  Mount Philo State Park Campground

  Beautiful Vermont

  I only got to stay two nights here but it was veey nice. only seven tent sites and three Leanto so pretty secluded. the best part is every night its only a ten minute hike to the summit from where the sites are and you get to watch the sunset over Vermont and lake champlain as the sun falls behind the adirondack mountains, its quite an amazing site. very highly recommended if y oi u want piece and quiet and that mountain feel with a stunning view.

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  Elizabeth H.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 16, 2019

  Country Village Campgrounds

  Family campground

  Owners are very friendly and helpful. Has seasonals, tent sites and RV sites. The swimming pool is very inviting and the bathrooms are always attended to. The one thing we loved the most was that the kids could ride their bikes around safely. We also found out that one weekend each summer they close the campground down to the public and fill all the sites with military families. They treat these families to free camping, activities to keep the kids busy and all of their meals for free!

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  Linsey S.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 6, 2021

  Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday

  Great Campground, Full Amenities

  Spent 3 days, 2 nights here from a Wednesday-Friday. 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. Cons- tent sites aren’t given much privacy, on the days we stayed we were put very close to the main building when we requested a spot near the back away from the busy area, kids allowed to run and yelling and screaming WELL after quiet hours.

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  Sarah H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 23, 2016

  Moreau Lake State Park Campground

  Clean and Well Maintained Campgrounds Near Adirondacks

  Family of four plus one dog tent camped one night after being disappointed by Lake George tourist traps. We welcomed the well-maintained spacious wooded campgrounds. Lots of sites to choose from allowed for privacy. Firewood system was one of the best I've seen. You can fill a large burlap bag with your choice of logs for about $7. This made it easy to choose a fire bundle balanced with kindling logs and large logs. Bathrooms were well maintained, but showers used push in knobs (like the kind in older school bathrooms) that last about 30 seconds per push causing the water temperature to fluctuate. Not my worst camping shower, but was not enjoyable. The trails and lake made for a full day of natural outdoor fun outweighing the weird showers.

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  Michelle M.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 6, 2019

  Lake George Battleground Campground

  Can’t beat the price

  If you like camping without a lot of extras, this is a good choice. We stayed here for the ADK Balloon Festival in September twice. Pros: cost and close to town. Cons: small sites (my pic is of 2 sites together), loud! We had people party all night both times we were there. Also a truck pulled in late and just parked next to our tent site and left by 5 am so it was used as a rest stop and they were loud. The cannon from the fort and the music from the MinneHaHa also added to the ambiance. We won’t be going back as it doesn’t have electric at the sites but if you are a bare bones camper and don’t mind loud neighbors, it may work for you.

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  Devon O.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 7, 2019

  Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday

  wonderful but a little pricey

  This campground is lovely! The tent sites are spacious and feel somewhat private considering how large the campground is. The bathrooms are well maintained and kept clean. The showers don’t run out of hot water, which is an issue common to many other campgrounds I’ve stayed at. The staff are responsive and accommodating. There is a small restaurant on-site in the lodge and while their menu is simple they take care to accommodate guests. I have a severe food allergy and they made sure my food was made safely. The only downsides I’d give are the price and the size of the campground - just because it’s so large it does feel a little less private than staying at one of the smaller family owned places around. It’s still wonderful though and I would book again without hesitation.

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  Laura Nicole A.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 2, 2020

  Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake

  Thus far, my favorite spot

  There’s no explaining the views around here. The mountains are beautiful, Lake Placid is beautiful, and this campsite is amazing. It’s pretty secluded, and from what others have said.. yes, beware of the roads coming in. 40MPH is too fast for these torn up roads. The campsite itself is great. They have cabins, lean-tos, and tent sites. My boyfriend and I braved the 12° nights and pitched a tent. There were a lot of campers, but the sites are spaced out and people were very respectful of noise/lights/other campers. I was bummed out to see no wildlife, but we did see a moose print on the hike up Mount Marcy!! (Unfortunately I only made it about 3/4 of the way and had to come back down. Not in amazing shape, but working on it 😂)

  This is really one of my favorite spots. The Adirondack Loj is warm and inviting. The facilities are clean and well kept. I will FOR SURE be visiting again soon.