Rogers Rock Campground provides a variety of pet-friendly campsites north of Clemons, New York. Located in the southeastern Adirondacks where the average summer temperature reaches 80°F, the area has rocky shores and wooded terrain with several freshwater lakes. Winter camping options are limited as most facilities close after Columbus Day weekend, with seasonal openings typically beginning in mid-May.
What to do
Hiking nearby trails: Putnam Pond Campground features several hiking paths leading to secluded ponds with scenic views. "There are good hiking trails in Adirondack Park where trails range from easy to difficult and have some great views of the lake and surrounding area. The Inman Pond Trail is a nice easy walk in the woods which takes you to a pretty pond good for fishing," notes Nancy W.
Fishing in multiple ponds: Putnam Pond Campground connects to North Pond, offering excellent fishing opportunities. "We spent a day on the ponds (Putnam & North Pond are connected) and it is beautiful. The water is cool, clean and beautiful," shares Michael G., who also recommends following the yellow trail to Rock Pond for additional fishing spots.
Beach activities: Hearthstone Point Campground provides a sandy beach area for swimming. "The bottom part of the campground is gorgeous...the beach area is beautiful," writes Jessica H., adding that "location is great to all things in Lake George area."
What campers like
Large private sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts features exceptionally spacious campsites with natural barriers. "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," describes Nancy W.
Waterfront lean-to options: Half Moon Pond State Park offers waterfront lean-tos perfect for kayakers. "We stayed in site T06, which is right on the water. We were easily able to go straight from the tent to our kayak, which was so awesome," reports Tara S., who ranks Half Moon Pond "high at the top of the list for its privacy, quiet paddling, and proximity to other cool attractions."
Heated pools and entertainment: Lake George RV Park maintains resort-quality amenities year-round. "We didn't even have to leave the park because there was always something to do," says Debbie W., while Carrie M. adds, "This park is amazing! So much to do right in the park with clean sites, friendly staff, awesome amenities and even a trolly to get around this huge park or get down town to Lake George."
What you should know
Island camping options: Narrow Island Group offers a unique boat-access only camping experience. "I have stayed on Nobles Island & Floating Battery Island in the Narrows of Lake George. You must have a power boat ride out there or be up for a long paddle. TAKE EVERYTHING you need including extra ice," advises Rebecca E.
Changing water conditions: Certain lakes have seasonal weed growth that affects swimming and boating. "The pond is very weedy, so fishing was not so great," mentions Cynthia K. about Half Moon Pond, while Rick G. notes that at Lake Bomoseen KOA, "Access to far end of Lake Bomoseen with boat rental and dock space but area pretty overgrown with lake weeds."
Site selection matters: Campgrounds vary significantly in privacy and noise levels. "The campground is very spread out so people are always driving cars or golf carts to get to the activities," observes Nancy W. about Lake George Escape, while at Hearthstone Point, Coleen warns, "I got yelled at for talking by an over zealous park ranger," suggesting quieter alternatives.
Tips for camping with families
Off-peak timing: Lake George Escape Campground offers better experiences during weekdays. "This is a total family playground and if that is what you are looking for, this is your place! There are tons of activities, lots of families and 'stuff' going on all the time," explains Nancy W.
Dog-friendly swimming areas: Glen Lake provides alternatives for dog swimming away from main beaches. "Glen Lake, accessible by a short walking path from Bomoseen, allows dogs to swim without disturbing other visitors," while Michael G. notes, "The Inman Pond Trail is a nice easy walk in the woods which takes you to a pretty pond good for fishing and a great place for my dog to swim."
Playground accessibility: Bomoseen State Park features clean facilities and playground equipment close to camping areas. "Sites are pretty close together but if you can score a lean to you're right on the lake with good spacing between each," notes Jessica H., while Cristy-Ann L. adds, "Our spot was close to the beach which had a fantastic park it was clean not busy at all."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Hearthstone Point Campground requires preparation for uneven terrain. "Sites range in size. Some have a slight change in grade. Woods. Our particular site had several small rocks through out. We also notice certain locations would have ponding after heavy rains," mentions Alexandra M.
Utility hookup positioning: Moose Hillock provides convenient hookups that minimize equipment needs. "The water/electric was positioned perfectly that we could have gotten away with using 5 foot connections," reports April L., adding that "Each site is gigantic and well thought out and can say there is not a bad site in the place."
Limited cell service: Several campgrounds have poor connectivity despite advertised Wi-Fi. "Cell services on ATT and TMobile were nonexistent. Campground WiFi is a joke (less than 1mbps)," reports K L. about Lake Bomoseen KOA, while Nancy W. advises at Moose Hillock, "If you want internet, bring your own because there in none at campsites."
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