RV campgrounds near Delanson, New York provide access to the scenic foothills of the Adirondack and Catskill mountains. The region features elevations ranging from 800 to 1,500 feet, creating varied terrain for recreational activities. Many camping areas close seasonally from mid-October through early May due to northeastern New York's cold winters, with nighttime temperatures dropping into the 30s even in late spring.
What to do
Hiking at Thacher State Park: Visitors staying at Thompson's Lake Campground can access nearby trails with scenic overlooks. "There are water spigots near all the tent sites and they are nice and spread out. They have special events in a pavilion near the RVs including bingo," notes camper William R., who stayed at a different nearby campground with similar access to the park's amenities.
Boating opportunities: Many Delanson area RV parks offer water activities. One camper at Alpine Lake RV Resort recommends, "Bring your boats and SUP boards for lots of fun! Staff is friendly and helpful. Grounds are large and well maintained. Hikers and water enthusiasts will live this place!"
Fishing access: Several campgrounds offer direct fishing access from campsites. At Arrowhead Marina & RV Park, campers appreciate the riverside location. "This was one of our favorite campgrounds of our cross-country trip. Our site was back-in and had plenty of space. There's a lot of green space in this campground and it's right on the river," reports camper Tina.
What campers like
Clean, updated facilities: Max V. Shaul State Park Campground earns praise for its modern amenities. "Great campsite, cleanest facilities ever! Good adjustable campfire cooking rack. Friendly staff, lots of dogs, all on leash!" writes camper "professorthedog P." Another visitor adds, "They have new bathrooms/showers and family bathrooms."
Family-friendly amenities: Recreation options vary widely between campgrounds. A camper at Alpine Lake RV Resort shares, "They have movies, dances and even some kayaking, padding, ect. They have these dinos scattered throughout the park and also a few pools. So much to do on the camp ground and great for group camping!"
Spacious sites: Campgrounds in the region typically offer well-separated sites. At Country Roads Campground, a camper notes, "Beautiful campground. Stayed in The Pines section. Spacious sites. Super friendly and helpful staff." Another visitor highlights, "Mainly an RV ground, but they have about 10-15 great tent sites back beyond the RV area."
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Most RV campgrounds around Delanson have limited operating seasons. Max V. Shaul State Park Campground runs from "May 19 to October 10" according to their listing information, while Country Roads Campground operates from "May 15 to Columbus Day."
Site accessibility considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging access points. A visitor to Alpine Lake RV Resort cautions, "Booked an 'Elite 50amp' site but had no realistic map to go by. Many of these types of sites are parallel to the water, but the map makes them look like back in sites. If your site neighbors are in their spots already when you arrive it will probably be hard to navigate unless you have a 20' rig."
Amenity variations: Features differ significantly between campgrounds. Max V. Shaul State Park Campground has "No hookups, just a picnic table, firepit," according to one reviewer, while Lake George RV Park offers extensive amenities: "The garbage cans on every site was a wonderful addition which they empty everyday for you."
Tips for camping with families
Dog-friendly options: Many Delanson area RV campgrounds welcome pets with designated facilities. A Lake George RV Park visitor reports, "The campground is so clean and nice! Perfect for the dogs with best dog park I ever saw. Pools and hot tubs extremely clean and the grounds looked more like a hotel resort than campground."
Playground availability: Thompson's Lake Campground provides family-oriented recreation spaces. "This campground has always been my go to. Now that I have kids, I appreciate the playground area near the beach more. All public areas including the bathrooms are very clean," writes camper Dana O.
Entertainment options: Some campgrounds provide organized activities for children. A Lake George RV Park camper mentions, "Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong. Water park was great, kids spent all day there. Arcades and game rooms are great for rainy days."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Experienced RVers recommend requesting specific areas when making reservations. At Alpine Lake RV Resort, one camper advises, "We would return here due to the proximity to Lake George and Saratoga, but we would choose a totally different type of site."
Leveling preparation: Bring appropriate equipment for uneven terrain. One RVer notes about Lake George RV Park, "Sites are decent size, but be sure to bring boards to level your trailer for some sites are quite uneven!"
Transportation services: Some larger facilities offer internal transportation. A Lake George RV Park camper highlights, "There is a trolley to get around the camp ground as well as to the local outlets. Fun family activities and quite a few pools to relax in."
