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Cranberry Lake Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate tent, RV, and cabin camping within the northwestern section of the Adirondack Park. The campground features clean facilities and multiple waterfront sites where pets are welcome to join their owners. Birch's Lakeside Campground and Marina on Cranberry Lake allows pets while offering full hookup sites ($40), water and electric sites ($35), and general tent camping with lake access. Both campgrounds maintain pet leash requirements to ensure the safety of wildlife and other campers. Fish Creek Pond Campground and Rollins Pond Campground also welcome pets with designated pet-friendly areas. Pets must be supervised at all times, properly leashed when outside of vehicles, and proof of current rabies vaccination may be required. Most campers find their pets enjoy the lakeside camping experience with plenty of swimming opportunities and shady sites for hot summer days.
The hiking trails throughout the Cranberry Lake area provide excellent pet exercise opportunities with the main trailheads located just a two-minute walk from the campground. Bear Mountain offers a moderately challenging trail suitable for families with dogs, though hikers should bring extra water for pets during summer months. Mosquitoes can be prevalent in certain seasons, so pet-safe insect repellent is advisable when exploring trails. Carry Falls Recreation Area offers another pet-friendly option with composting toilets and sites that provide quite a bit of shade and privacy as they are lined with trees and shrubs. The nearby Village of Cranberry Lake offers basic pet supplies, while more extensive options are available in Tupper Lake (approximately 20 miles away). During evening hours, the campgrounds become exceptionally quiet, allowing for peaceful nights with pets, with spectacular stargazing opportunities in the clear Adirondack skies.
"We spent two nights here with our dogs over Labor Day weekend 2017. The site is well maintained, the bathrooms are clean, and we had plenty of privacy from our neighbors."
"this was a nice clean campground with access to restrooms at all sites. there is a very nice hike to the top of Bear Mountain and a beautiful view of the lake. book early and get a site on the lake shore"
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Square pond is a lovely little lake that connects to a larger lake (Upper Saranac I believe) by passing through a canal. This campground has great facilities."
"This is a gorgeous campground on the banks of Fish Creek Pond and Square pond close to Tupper Lake and Saranac Lake."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"As it isn't too far of a drive for us, it quickly became our go-to campgrounds for quite a while due to the mostly flat campground and who doesn't love hearing the slow trickle of water splashing close"
"Saw many dogs. Mine loved our own little beach at the back of our campsite. Perfect for paddleboards, canoes, kayaks (these can also be rented at the boat launch)Bathrooms are so clean!"
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Birch's Lakeside Campground has all the amenities needed to enjoy a stay in upstate New York, a general store, laundry & propane on site keep everything you need right there! "
"In spot 14 where we were located the wooden platform was a little rickety and the strip under door of the women’s restroom is very loose posing a tripping hazard since I’m disabled."
from $25 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Small and quiet campground, just about 20 miles from the Village of Tupper Lake, along the Raquette River. "
from $16 / night
"We spent 3 nights backcountry camping on Catamount Island in Cranberry Lake and absolutely loved it! The sunsets from the island were truly incredible. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. "
"amazing lake for kayaking and boating. sites not crowded together."
"Outhouse was a little rough around the edges, but doable. Town is close by for ice and things. Our island had 4 other campsites on it and we barely saw or heard our neighbors."
"Saranac Lake Marina has great rental boats. I even think the dogs look forward to these camping trips."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"This time we camped along the back edge, near RT 30. There had been some bear sightings recently so i was excited. Shady spot uphill from the car. no road noise really given the proximity."
"This campground is right on a lake where the sunrises are spectacular! Canoe and kayak rentals are available. The water is great for swimming & the beach is nice too."
from $20 / night
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Check Availability"Out of all of the places that I have been in New York this is by far one of my favorite places to go"
"We usually head for the Adirondack lakes further down the road but it's still in the foot hills, close to our home and very pretty especially at sunset."
from $17 - $30 / night
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LegendJake from the Dyrt here! Birch's Lakeside Campground has all the amenities needed to enjoy a stay in upstate New York, a general store, laundry & propane on site keep everything you need right there! Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!
ScoutWe visited this campground twice this summer after the switchover to KOA. They had lots of activities to take back to the campsite for rainy days. They do not have a dog park and this caused our pup to get a bit hyper.
LegendLocated in Inlet, New York this is a state park campground which makes it more affordable than the private parks nearby. The campground offers a boat launch for day us, hiking trails, fishing, swimming and canoeing. The park offers showers, bathrooms and a dump station. The sites are surrounded by beautiful trees which allows privacy for all guests. The service is spotty, but it’s stronger in nearby Inlet, NY.
LegendThis is a very basic campground situated in a small village in the Adirondacks – situated between Saranac Lake and Lake Placid. Every site has a picnic table and an open fire grill and most of the sites on the outer ring have a lot of privacy as they are lined with trees and shrubs. Lots of spaces for larger RV’s, but we saw mostly tent campers.
Bathrooms are mostly clean and the showers are nice. There is a quality dishwashing sink by the bathrooms. Overall, the campground is ok, but needs a bit of a facelift, repainting, etc. Also, you can hear the sounds of the city (cars, leaf blowers, and other things that remind you that you are not truly in the woods).
The best part about this campground is that it is conveniently located between two awesome places and is relatively inexpensive, so if you don’t plan to spend much time in the campground itself, it’s perfect.
We used this campground as a basecamp to mountain bike on an awesome trail just outside of Saranac Lake, the Bloomingdale Bog trail. The following day, we did a quadrathlon that involved kayaking the length of Lake Placid, hiking to the summit of Whiteface Mountain, kayaking back, and then finished the day at Lake Placid Pub and Brewery for dinner. Highly recommended, but plan on a 9-10 hour day on the lake/trail!
With its central location, this campground is close to everything you may need, most even within walking distance.
GuideGreat getaway in upstate New York
ScoutThis campground has the best staff you can find in northern New York. The whole time they are open they have activities planned for the kids all summer long. The staff is always smiling and welcoming you into the campground. Quiet and comfortable place to stay. If your kids like to read. There is place they can find a book and read a book.
GuideTo start off, we are avid KOA campers. So when we looked at this campground, we expected the typical layout which had a swimming pool and other stuff for the kids, however, this campground lacked all of the above. When we arrived here, check-in was easy we did drive along ways to get to our campsite which was nice to be wooded, but I did miss the typical activities and KOA usually has which when I booked the site, I usually expect them since the prices usually, fairly high compared to state parks. Our main reason for seeing KA versus state parks for these extra activities. With that said the bathrooms were clean, which we barely use since we have a full hook up camper. The dog park was very small and it looked like they did the very minimum to check the block. If you’re looking for a place to run your little guy around, he might be disappointed at this place. However, there are plenty hikes nearby to wear them out if you desire. As far as location, there is a lot of stuff to do in the area as we went and hike, the mountain, which was amazing.
RangerI took a solo trip through upstate New York a couple years back and spent a lot of time in the Adirondacks. I stopped at Lake Durant camp ground for a night and had a great experience. I was here in early September and the trees were already showing signs of color change. The early morning was pretty chilly, but watching the fog lift from the lake was worth the chill. The site I had was pretty secluded and the park was kept in great shape. I highly recommend this site for anyone who is touring through the Adirondacks.
RangerLovely State Park in the 1,000 Islands where water activities are the main attraction. Make sure to check out the island too! The park spans the island and a little snaking river-like bay. Really pretty to explore on boat. Easy and very pretty trails on site, walk along the shore too. Decent wildlife and great birding. Feels very isolated though easy to get to. Bring your passport, you can see Canada from some of the picnic grounds. Incredible sunsets!!!
Quality State Park facilities, clean. Camping ranges from tents in shady woods to cabins. Some sites are pretty private, even the ones that aren't are quiet.
Note: Robert Moses apparently did a lot in New York State. This park is near Canada! There is also a Robert Moses beach on Long Island near NYC (Fire Island National Seashore) and Robert Moses parkway near Niagara Falls. These are all 8+ hours from each other! Be careful with your mapping apps and in getting advice for travel.
Cranberry Lake forms a focal point for campers visiting the Adirondack Park near Childwold, New York. The area sits at approximately 1,540 feet elevation, characterized by dense forests surrounding the 6,975-acre lake. Winter temperatures can drop below zero, while summer days typically range from 70-85°F with cooler evenings that require extra layers even in July and August.
Kayaking on interconnected waterways: At Fish Creek Pond Campground, the shallow water access points make it easy to explore multiple connected ponds. "So many of the ponds connect that you could paddle for days and not get bored. We always go for a spot that has easy, shallow access to the lake, some are steeper to maneuver," notes Cyndi B.
Hiking the Cranberry Lake 50: The CL50 trail offers multiple access points for day hikers. "I camped while hiking the full CL50 loop. You can also swim or go fishing!" reports Alex R. from Cranberry Lake Backcountry Sites, where free sites and lean-tos are available throughout the trail system.
Cross-country skiing: The trails at Higley Flow State Park Campground provide winter recreation options. "I also cross country ski in the winter and the trails are fabulous!" says Jennifer I. The park remains open for winter recreation even when the camping season ends in September.
Private waterfront access: Many sites at Rollins Pond Campground sit directly on the water. "This campground is beautiful, and most of the sites are lakefront. Some sites are more spacious than others, but with the lake views, you can't complain," writes Erin. Sites typically cost $20-30 per night depending on location and season.
Stargazing opportunities: The dark skies provide excellent nighttime viewing. "Quiet and dark 8pm until we woke up. I hammocked right next to the water of Cranberry Lake," writes Jacob D., highlighting the minimal light pollution at Cranberry Lake Campground.
Beach and swimming: The shallow, sandy beaches are ideal for families. "Lake Eaton is arguably the cleanest lake in the Adirondacks. Super sandy bottom that stays shallow for a ways out," explains Kelly H., who visits Lake Eaton Campground annually with their family.
Bear activity: Proper food storage is essential. "We did see a coyote checking out the perimeter of camp looking for food, and probably trying to figure out what new animals were nearby (our dogs), but overall we had no issues with animals approaching us. Be sure to follow the rule of keeping all food in your car overnight otherwise you'll end up with a campsite visitor," advises Ally B.
Seasonal water level changes: Some waterways have fluctuating levels. "Since this river has many dams and is used for hydro power the water level can go up and down 2-3 feet from one day to the next. It didn't affect our kayaking fun, swimming or fishing and was intriguing," explains Sandy T. from Higley Flow State Park.
High-demand reservation periods: For popular waterfront sites, book well in advance. "We did our usual reservation-less 'pull up and see what they have open' style of camping, but during the main season, this place is busy! You'll definitely need to plan ahead and make reservations if you plan to be here during the crazy season," warns Shari G.
Biking opportunities: The campgrounds offer safe riding areas. "Lots of kids biking and a nice trail behind the sites to walk or run," says Emma B. about Fish Creek Pond, noting that despite the crowd, it was "surprisingly quiet for the number of people."
Ranger programs: Educational activities keep kids engaged. "There was a really fun ranger activity they earned badges from. We all left very happy campers but sad to leave the mountains," shares Sandy T., who enjoyed watching grandchildren play at Lake Eaton's beach.
Pet-friendly hiking: Birch's Lakeside Campground and Marina offers water access and nearby trails suitable for dogs. Paul B. reports, "We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, there were kids on site, boat rentals and extremely nice seasonal campers. The campers became our friends, they were all willing to help from the moment of our arrival, even shared fishing spots on the lake!"
Site selection for larger rigs: Research site dimensions before booking. "We have a rather large rig (36 ft fifth wheel plus the truck) & while fish creek is notoriously a tent only/small rig campground we fit perfectly & our site has cell service! 10/10! Site 106!" shares Bella S., proving that even larger RVs can access certain campgrounds with proper planning.
Utilities access: Most campgrounds offer limited or no hookups. Rebecca D. notes about Cranberry Lake, "Brand new sewer dump area for folks who need it," which helps RVers plan for longer stays. The campground recently upgraded facilities while maintaining its rustic character.
Site levelness varies: Be prepared with leveling blocks. Sandy T. observed at Higley Flow that sites are "large and wooded, most all paved (not always very level!)" suggesting RVers should come equipped with leveling gear.
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