Cabin rentals around Chazy, New York offer accommodations in Vermont and New York within a 30-mile radius. Most locations operate from May through October, with Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA remaining open year-round. Situated between the Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain, the region has an average summer temperature of 75-80°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms in July and August.
What to do
Kayak Lake Champlain: Access the water from Grand Isle State Park Campground's shoreline or boat launch. "Kayaking, sailing and fishing abound at this sprawling facility. Just a quick ride to Burlington, VT, if the quiet is too much for you," notes a visitor at Grand Isle State Park Campground.
Hike nearby trails: Burton Island State Park offers multiple nature paths around the 2.5-mile island. "There are lots of trails to explore, and almost all of them lead to the water where you can cool off in Lake Champlain," reports a camper at Burton Island State Park Campground.
Golf on property: Some resorts include par-3 golf courses on the grounds. "They have a 9-hole par-3 golf course with putting green," mentions a reviewer about Apple Island Resort.
Visit Ausable Chasm: Tour the famous gorge with hiking and rafting options just 15 miles south of Chazy. "Across the road from the Chasm to hike, Tube down the river, raft, rock climb, adventure course," explains a visitor at AuSable Chasm Campground.
What campers like
Island experiences: Burton Island is accessible only by boat or ferry, creating a unique camping environment. "It's like going to a tropical island without leaving Vermont. There are no cars on the island. You have to paddle yourself out or take the VT State Park passenger ferry from St. Albans," notes a camper at Burton Island State Park Campground.
Waterfront locations: Many sites offer direct lake access or views. "The sunset on the South tip, caught frogs at our shoreline, rented a paddleboard, played in the waves, and enjoyed the icecream sandwiches form the camp store," shares a visitor about Burton Island.
Bathroom facilities: Most parks maintain clean restrooms with showers. "The restrooms/showers are vintage but clean and functional. Showers are coin operated," reports a camper at Grand Isle State Park Campground.
Adult-only options: For those seeking quiet environments, adult-focused campgrounds provide peaceful alternatives. "It is child free which means it is super quiet and so relaxed. We spent about 11 days in absolute paradise at this campground," shares a visitor at Champlain Resort Adult Campground.
What you should know
Seasonal algae issues: Some lakes experience algae blooms during summer months. "The lake had green algae and we spotted several dead fish floating. It made me nervous about the water," warns a camper at Lake Carmi State Park.
Reservation timing: Book waterfront cabins 9-11 months ahead, particularly for summer weekends. "Waterfront sites book very quickly (like 11 months in advance)," advises a visitor to Burton Island.
Variable shower facilities: Prepare for different shower setups across campgrounds. "The showers do take quarters and although you get five minutes for each quarter, it was quite possibly the wimpiest shower I've experienced in quite some time," mentions a camper at Lake Carmi State Park Campground.
Rocky beaches: Many Lake Champlain access points have rocky shorelines. "Just wear water shoes since it is mainly a rocky coast," suggests a camper at Burton Island State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Ferry experiences: The boat trip to island campgrounds adds excitement for children. "The island is full of free range kids, and they're having a blast," reports a visitor to Burton Island State Park.
Urban-adjacent options: Some campgrounds provide city access combined with nature. "Biking into Burlington takes 5-10 minutes and you're also right on the beach of Lake Champlain," notes a camper at North Beach Campground.
Swimming areas: Beach facilities vary significantly between parks. "The beach is nice even though rocky, the lean to sites are a great way to help keep things dry, and there were great accessible all-gender bathrooms," shares a Grand Isle visitor.
Playground access: Many campgrounds feature play areas for children. "The day-use area has a small, dated playground, fire pit, horseshoe pit, and volleyball net," notes a Lake Carmi visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site positioning: Some campgrounds have unusual hookup placements. "One thing is that their hook ups are on the passenger side. You have to pull straight in with the truck and camper. This is because a lot of class A prefer this way," explains a visitor at Apple Island Resort.
Road conditions: Access roads vary in quality throughout the region. "The road through the campground is dirt and rutted but the speed limit is 5 mph, so it wasn't that bad, but it would be a mess if it was raining," advises an AuSable Chasm camper.
Site leveling challenges: Prepare leveling equipment for uneven sites. "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," warns a visitor to AuSable Chasm Campground.
Distinct camping sections: Some parks have separate areas with different characteristics. "There are two distinct sections of this campground– the 'Resort' section and the '100-Acre Woods' section. We stayed in site #73 of the 100-Acre section and would highly recommend staying in this area," advises a Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA visitor.
