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The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!
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Luzerne Campground includes horse accommodations for riders exploring New York's Adirondack region. This DEC-managed facility offers camping areas with stalls for horses, making it one of the few public campgrounds in the region serving equestrians. The campground provides both RV and tent camping options with sites large enough to accommodate horse trailers. While specific corral areas aren't mentioned in the campground data, reviews indicate this is the only campground in the region that houses back riders with campsites that include stalls for horses. The campground's lakeside location offers a relaxing atmosphere after trail rides, with clean showers and private beach areas for swimming. Local campgrounds are searchable through The Dyrt's listings.
Located near the southeastern Adirondacks, Luzerne provides access to numerous riding trails through forested terrain. The campground's strategic position allows horse owners to explore nearby trail systems while maintaining a base camp with appropriate equine accommodations. Riders can enjoy wooded trails with varied terrain featuring rocky sections and pine barrens. The campground's location also offers proximity to Lake George village and the towns of Hadley and Luzerne for supplies. Water access is available at the lake, though horse-specific water facilities aren't detailed in the data. Horseback riding opportunities in the surrounding area include trails through old growth forest and access to multiple lakes and scenic viewpoints. The campground's secluded wooded setting provides a peaceful retreat for both horses and their owners after long days on the trails.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Caroga Lake (6)
1. Murphy Lake Leanto
"The Murphy Bennett Trails is a technical challenge to hike, or bike in on. And be prepared to go over downfalls. The area is maintained, but windhappens in the old growth forest."
2. Moreau Lake State Park Campground
"This campground is close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks. There’s a nice big lake and the Hudson RIver. Many campsites are near the lake."
"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."
from $20 - $75 / night
Check Availability3. Luzerne Campground
"The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!"
"We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too."
from $22 / night
Check Availability4. Limekiln Lake Campground
"We loved our stay at Limekiln Lake! We had site 270, which was close enough to walk down to the boat launch at night to look at the stars (and the Milky Way!)"
"a small water passage off the lake leads you to a beautiful queit kayak trip through lily pads ans if you follow it leads to a beaver dam. My son loved it."
from $20 / night
Check Availability5. Arcadian Pastures Equine
from $25 - $150 / night
Check Availability6. Betty Brook Camp
"I live near this campground. I'm about a mile away and I pass it every day. It is rather remote, but it is right along West kill road."
Drive Time
- 53 min from Utica, NY
- 57 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr 7 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 1 hr 44 min from Pittsfield, MA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Caroga Lake, NY
48 Reviews of 6 Caroga Lake Campgrounds
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RangerMoreau Lake State Park Campground
South of the ADKs
This campground is close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks. There’s a nice big lake and the Hudson RIver. Many campsites are near the lake. The sites are shady and close together, but still feel fairly private. We enjoyed the hiking trails and beach while camping, then went further north for the full ADK experience.
C O.RangerMt. Kenyon Campground - CLOSED
Good central location to visit the ADK
Although the campground was right off the road, it's still in a forest with big pine trees and mossy boulders. It was easy to access from 87. Given the proximity to the road, there is road noise, so that doesn't allow for that super outdoorsy experience you might desire. At night though it would get very dark and quiet - there weren't a lot of campers there during our stay. The camphost lives in a home onsite and was mostly helpful. Be sure to mention the 5 nights for 4 deal on their website upfront, otherwise she won't reimburse. Upon working with her to extend our stay, she said people were scheduled to come into our spot. We moved and no one arrived, so that was a bit annoying.
To get to the sites, we had to take it a bit slow because there are some low hanging trees and a turn, but made it fine. Our first site, 22, was a back-in, 30 amp, full hook-up. It was a long site with plenty of room for our RV and SUV. We had to back it up to the very end to find the flattest option to level. With the way they have their sites set up, you need a 50 ft hose for water. This site was close to the showerhouse but next to a longterm trailer with crap everywhere and we weren't super thrilled that was our view from our windows in our living area. Our second site, 50, was also a back-in, 30 amp, full hookup. It was very pretty but hard to level. The site slopes up, so the backend was high. We tried about every way to sit our rig in there to level, but we ended up driving our front tires up on some leveling blocks and went up with the jacks as much as we safely could. We didn't get a perfect level, but we decided it was ok since we only had 2 days left. We had to wiggle our SUV in kind of sideways, but it worked.
There were some "residents" there in tents, which was interesting and a couple longterm trailers (with the typical cluttered lots you see at campgrounds that offer longterm stays). The campground is clean and the shower houses were faithfully cleaned everyday around 11a. Showerhouses were dated, but had super hot water for showers.
A few miles further down the road is the town of Lake Luzerne. We visited their small grocery which had the basics and we ate at one of the restaurants which had a view of the water (Upriver Cafe). The campground was in a perfect location to visit Lake George and surrounding area (Six Flags, outlet shops, putt-putt, restaurants etc). If you're wanting to explore even more you're only 1.5 hrs to Lake Placid and the Green Mountain National Forest.
Work was difficult with my husband dependent on AT&T. The Weboost got Verizon working fine, but AT&T was spotty. We had some issues with our RV that we were trying to get fixed locally which extended our stay, otherwise we would have left earlier due to this. The camphost told us that they had invested in some sort of mini Verizon tower for their personal use, so that was what was helping the Verizon signal. The campground offers wifi at the office/pool/rec room area, but when the "residents" come down, it brings it to a snails pace. My husband would go down there in the morning to work and had to go to Starbucks in Lake George at times when all the kids at camp decided to be on their devices at the same time.
Pool is not heated, so not many people were using it. They charge $2 per garbage bag to be put in their dumpster. They sell a few necessities in their office and firewood. They have laundry with 1 working residential washer $1 and 1 residential dryer $.75 and 1 industrial sized dryer $1. We did a couple loads with no issue. They are outside in a patio area.
Bring the bug spray. The mosquitos were as big as birds and tenacious!
Nancy W.
LegendMoreau Lake State Park Campground
Beautiful State Park
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). 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. After hiking and paddling, we loved relaxing out at our campsite with a campfire.
Our campsite was spacious but required some maneuvering to avoid scraping trees with our RV. Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed. Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours. Since it was still a little cool and our windows were closed and we never heard anyone’s generator. The park was not very crowded when we were there, but we can imagine it could get very busy and noisy in the busy summer season. The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed. The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season. There is also a nice playground for kids to enjoy.
This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower. Both were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower. Oh well, the shower felt good after our active days. There are two pavilions you can rent which are nice if big groups want to gather. Take note that only two pets are allowed per campsite, so plan accordingly if you are a pet owner.
Access is fairly easy, just off I-87, and there are plenty of signs directing you which way to go. Saratoga Springs and Lake George are nearby if you want to explore. We recommend visiting the National Horse Racing Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, if you have time. We would definitely stay here again.
- Lena L.
GuideLimekiln Lake Campground
Spacious tree covered sites on a beautiful lake
We loved our stay at Limekiln Lake! We had site 270, which was close enough to walk down to the boat launch at night to look at the stars (and the Milky Way!) but a little too far to walk to the beach. Our site was spacious, with room for two cars, 4 kayaks, and two tents. The site features a picnic table (great condition) and a concrete fire pit (not so great condition, but it worked). Site 270 is just around the corner from the bathroom and water spigot, and feels very private within the rest of the campground. Behind the site is wooded forest, and the campsites on either side are far enough away to feel secluded. Because the site is surrounded by trees, we hung up multiple hammocks for a very cozy weekend! We walked around the campground and would love to snag one of the lakefront sites in future years! We spent a good deal of time out on the lake in our kayaks. The flies are actually pretty horrible- not sure if it’s a late year for them or if they’re just particularly bad this year, but they were relentless. The lake this time of year is beautiful and clear and a very nice temperature for dunking in. There’s a lot to explore out on the kayaks. If we had had more energy, we would’ve loved to bring the kayaks out at night to look at the stars. The campground is dog friendly, and our pup had a great time. Additionally, there are best boxes at each site, which was nice to store our coolers and garbage bag in. Unfortunately, our friends left a couple of closed bags of chips in there, and mice got into them, we think through a tiny crack. The bathrooms were pretty clean and had ample soap supply in this weird time of COVID. We didn’t check out the showers, but they did have them further down by the beach. Overall we loved this site!
- Robert L.
TravelerMoreau Lake State Park Campground
Awesome Facilities, LOTS of Downstate Tourists
Moreau Lake has (in my opinion) superb facilities as far as state run campsites go. The beach is nice, large picnic facilities, and the campgrounds are well maintained with nice bathroom/shower buildings.The park has a large number of hiking trails for every level of outdoorsman and the staff is friendly and helpful. The main issue is the fact that due to it's proximity to I-87 and being conveniently located 20 minutes from both Lake George and Saratoga Springs the park draws large crowds of downstate tourists, not itself a wholey bad thing but during the summer season I wouldnt go here expecting to have the park to yourself,.
- AAntoinette W.Traveler
Luzerne Campground
Best family campground
we have been going to this campground for almost 15 years and my husband went here a a kid with his family. We always get the same site, for 15 years. My daughter loves it here. We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too. Also, the little mom and pop store across the street is perfect for last minute needs and have the best homemade chocolate cream pie. Very close to great escape. Hiking available too.
- DDan H.Traveler
Luzerne Campground
My favorite place
My overall favorite place. Lover being on the far side of the lake with the private beach and no motorboats allowed. Tons of bike riding options. Great little lake for kayaking and fishing. Minutes away from Lake George village. Great little diners and shops in town of Hadley/Luzerne also.
- Allison H.Traveler
Moreau Lake State Park Campground
Great weekend getaway
My partner and I stayed at Moreau Lake State Park and were not disappointed. Tons of camping trails at varying distances, clean bathrooms with showers, well maintained sites, and a nice selection of activities. About a 20 minute drive from the southern tip of Lake George if you wanted to go off site. Will definitely be back!
Guide to Caroga Lake
Luzerne Campground stands as one of the few public equestrian campgrounds near Caroga Lake, New York, set within the southeastern Adirondacks at approximately 850 feet elevation. This New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) facility operates seasonally from May 19 to September 10, providing specialized accommodations for riders and their horses. Weather patterns in this region feature warm summer days with temperatures typically ranging from 65-80°F and cooler nights in the 50s.
What to do
Trail riding with horses: Campers can access multiple riding trails from Arcadian Pastures Equine, which serves as a base camp for exploring forested terrain with rocky sections and pine barrens. The location allows riders to venture through old-growth forests and connect to scenic overlooks.
Kayaking and canoeing: Limekiln Lake Campground offers excellent paddling opportunities on clean, clear water. "The lake is beautiful and quiet, very very clean water you can see the bottom," notes reviewer Murat H. "The campground management provides kayak and canoes with reasonable prices and very laidback about it."
Biking: Murphy Lake area has challenging technical trails for mountain biking enthusiasts. According to Tony F., "A two hour bike ride with a couple of breaks. The Murphy Bennett Trails is a technical challenge to hike, or bike in on. And be prepared to go over downfalls."
Swimming: Multiple beaches are available at lakeside campgrounds for cooling off. Most beaches are unsupervised "swim at your own risk" areas.
What campers like
Private lakeside sites: Luzerne Campground visitors appreciate the secluded waterfront locations. Dan H. explains, "Love being on the far side of the lake with the private beach and no motorboats allowed." This creates a quieter experience for those seeking relaxation.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained bathroom and shower facilities. "The showers are so nice and private and clean," reports Antoinette W., who has been visiting Luzerne for 15 years.
Star-gazing opportunities: The clear night skies provide excellent viewing conditions for astronomy enthusiasts. A reviewer at Limekiln Lake Campground shared: "We loved walking down to the boat launch at night to look at the stars (and the Milky Way!)."
Proximity to towns: Many campgrounds offer convenient access to nearby communities for supplies and services. Emily B. noted about Luzerne: "It was nice to have a little country store right across the street from the entrance of the campground. They had anything and everything you might need or had forgotten!"
What you should know
Black bear presence: Bears are active in some campgrounds, requiring proper food storage. Kevin C. from Moreau Lake State Park Campground reports: "Enjoyed 3 nights here with no complaints. There is a minor bear problem but they didn't do much besides sniff around. Rangers were always right on top of things when one would wonder around."
Seasonal insects: Black flies and mosquitoes can be problematic, especially in late spring and early summer. "The flies and gnats were kind of bad, but we had a screen room to keep them at bay," mentions Anna G. about her June visit to Limekiln Lake.
Limited garbage facilities: Some campgrounds have strict rules about waste disposal with centralized collection points. "The campground is very strict about the garbage...there are no garbage dumpsters all over the camp, it is only at the entrance," warns Murat H.
Cell service limitations: Mobile reception is spotty throughout the region. T-Mobile users report no service at Limekiln Lake, though pay phones are available for free in-state calls.
Tips for camping with families
Beach activities: Betty Brook Camp and other stream-adjacent sites provide water play opportunities for children. "You camp on the stream. There is a couple of spots," mentions Robert B., making it ideal for families who enjoy water activities.
Bike-friendly campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with minimal traffic for safe cycling. "Really nice park, kids got to ride their bikes everywhere with minimal traffic," shares Jynee Z.
Wildlife education: Turn bear awareness into a learning opportunity by teaching children proper food storage and wildlife observation from safe distances.
Site selection strategies: Reserve early for the most family-friendly locations. Andrew M. advises: "Book early and get a site right on the water!"
Tips from RVers
Site size considerations: Moreau Lake State Park Campground offers RV-friendly spaces, but navigation can be tricky. "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)," advises Nancy W.
Parking for horse trailers: When bringing horses, confirm your site can accommodate both your RV and horse trailer. Sites are typically larger at designated equestrian campgrounds.
Hookup availability: Electric, water, and sewer connections are limited and vary by campground. Check reservation systems for specific site amenities before booking.
Dump station access: Most established campgrounds like Moreau Lake and Luzerne provide sanitary dump stations, but they may be located only at campground entrances rather than at individual sites.
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