Top Tent Camping near Fort Hunter, NY

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Fort Hunter and then fall asleep in your tent? Find the best information on tent campgrounds near Fort Hunter, including sites, reviews, and tips. From remote to easy-to-reach, these Fort Hunter campsites are perfect for tent campers.

Best Tent Sites Near Fort Hunter, NY (18)

    Camper-submitted photo from Hearthstone Point Campground
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    1. Hearthstone Point Campground

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    Hearthstone Campground rests at the end of picturesque Lake George just 2 miles north of the Village of Lake George; this has become a very popular vacation location in New York. Lake George region offers some of the most diverse recreation opportunities in NYS. A Junior Naturalist Program is also offered at Hearthstone, and the successful camper can earn a naturalist patch for their efforts.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Murphy Lake Leanto

    2. Murphy Lake Leanto

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    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Alcohol
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    4. HOGAN'S LANDING

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    Property was an Airport called Red Wing back in the 60's and 70's. Purchased and many improvements. Pond, hiking trails, grass and paved runway. A must see property.

    For both sites there are numerous trails in forest for camping, hiking . Fire wood is available for purchase at the camp site.

    You can set up your camp site almost anywhere you choose.

    Crystal clear pond has fountains, swing, dock, canoes, paddle boat & fire pit.

    Two (2)

    runways for those that want to fly in. (

    NY05)

    Fantastic Views !!!!! Site seeing flights thru the valley

    available.

    At both sites we ask when leaving, they must remain as you arrived and what was carried in must be carried out. At present there are no dumpsters available.

    Final note : If you prefer to use the whole property exclusively, please contact us for an addition rates and

    we will block the other site.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Firewood Available
    • Showers

    $130 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Crystal Pond at Hogan's Landing
    Camper-submitted photo from Crystal Pond at Hogan's Landing
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    5. Crystal Pond at Hogan's Landing

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    Pastures & Forest - bring your own gear! The perfect campsite for campers looking to enjoy nature to the fullest. The property has 250 + acres. Elevation : 1,300' with numerous trails in the forest for camping, hiking & ATV's. There are two ( 2 ) camp sites on the property. Hogan's Landing and Crystal Pond. Hogan's Landing is a stand along private site on top of the hill and the Crystal Pond site located among the meadows. The Crystal Pond site is shared for swimming & other activities with the Hogan's Landing camp site. Fire wood is available for purchase at the camp site. Crystal Pond at Hogan's Landing is a great spot to set up your camp. The pond is great for swimming, close to the hiking trails along with fishing, large fire pit, trapeze pond swing and scenic flights through the valley are available. At both sites we ask when leaving, they must remain as you arrived and what was carried in must be carried out. At present there are no dumpsters available. Final note : If you prefer to use the whole property exclusively please contact us and for an addition charge we will block the other site. Do bring whatever you please. 4 - Wheelers, golf carts, skeet, kayaks,

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    • Tent Cabin

    $130 / night

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      Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Plain State Park
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      7. Cherry Plain State Park

      6 Reviews
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      59 Saves
      • Pets
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      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
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      8. Stony Creek Family Campground

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      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Dispersed
      • Tent Cabin
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      9. Grandpa's Back 40 Glamping

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      As the name suggests, we are located on 40 acres of beauty! Your off-the-grid 20 ft. diameter glamping tent is set up near a small beaver pond at about the midpoint of our property. There is another large and deep pond that you may use our fishing boat or paddle boat on. Or fish from shore! There is an abundance of birds, frogs (they will serenade you), deer, heron, ducks, bald eagles and fireflies!

      Battery or solar lights are provided. A rechargeable light/outlet combo is also provided. This can be used for cell phone charging, the lamp, the fan, etc. It can be recharged in your vehicle if needed. The toilet and shower are rustic - compostable toilet and solar shower. Should you feel the need for a "real" shower there is a wonderful facility in Cooperstown called the Clark SportCenter. Not only is it a state-of-the-art gymnasium, but you may also get a day pass and enjoy a nice sauna and shower.

      Should you wish to have electricity we do have a generator that you may use, you will just have to purchase the gas for it. Be aware it will change the peacefulness of the spot. We have a portable Air Condition unit should you need it.

      We do have cell phone service, but Wifi is not available. We provide you with 5 gallons of water to be used for cooking and cleaning dishes. It is ok to drink too, but you may want to bring bottled water or containers. We have great well water and there is an outside spigot next to the well house where you have access to as much water as you need.

      Real dishes, pots and pans, utensils, some seasonings, a cooler, camp coffee maker, wine glasses, corkscrew, matches, firestarter, soap, dish soap, and probably a few things I missed, are all provided for you. You basically need yourself, your clothing and your food to cook.

      The yurt (bell) tent is located near the old train tracks. The Rail Explorers have pedal cart excursions that go out several times a day. Check out thier site. If you choose to take this excursion you will get 10% off when you use a code I will give you. On Saturday evening there is a Blues/Music Train that leaves from Milford at about 7 pm and goes all the way to Cooperstown for a 3 hour evening of music and fun. You get to hear and see it go by unless you decide to take the ride. It is fun!

      The fall is the best time to visit! Crisp mornings, beautiful nights for campfires, changing of the leaves, less traffic in the area.

      In the 1800's it was a celery farm, later a sheep farm. It has been in our family since the 1950's. We have enjoyed the serenity and beauty for years and are happy to share it with others. Your site is currently the only one of two on the property, so if you want privacy, this is it! The two sites are not next to each other

      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Tent Cabin
      • Glamping

      $125 - $145 / night

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      10. Cod Pond Dispersed Pull-Off

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      • Dispersed
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    Recent Tent Reviews In Fort Hunter

    422 Reviews of 18 Fort Hunter Campgrounds


    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina
      Oct. 4, 2024

      St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina

      Water and R.R. tracks

      One night stay. Great sight. Friendly helpful staff. Only drawback is steady stream of trains going by around the clock. I didn’t mind by my wife didn’t sleep well.

    • Elizabeth D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Dingman's Family Campground
      Sep. 30, 2024

      Dingman's Family Campground

      One of the nicest campgrounds!

      Absolutely loved this campground, sites are well spaced and the surrounding area is gorgeous! We had a tent site right on the river and couldn’t have been happier with our stay. Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table. Facilities were exceptionally clean and the camp store was stunning!

    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Visit Eatonville
      Sep. 25, 2024

      Visit Eatonville

      Unable to contact this campsite

      Call the telephone number got a recording left a message. Did not get a call back. Send email. Got no response.

    • Ashley L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from DevilDoc Campsites
      Sep. 21, 2024

      DevilDoc Campsites

      Primitive camping with a great host!

      I came up here with my dog for a solo camping trip for a couple of days to get away! Rich the host is super nice and answered any questions I had about staying/getting there. I had the whole camp ground to myself so that was even better. It is definitely off the beaten path but we'll worth it if your just trying to escape a little bit. But Verizon does get service. There are some nearby trails that are within 15 minutes of the camp ground which is also a plus. No need to bring Fire wood as there is a ton all around you. You can also buy from the host as well. There was a decent portapotty on the camp ground which is very nice to have. This was just what we needed. We really loved our stay and cant wait to go back! Thank you Rich!

    • Eric L.
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      Sep. 4, 2024

      Beaver Valley Campground

      Clean, well laid out campground

      Clean, modern bathrooms.  Campsites were raked and ready for us when we arrived.  Super friendly staff!  Just a well laid out campground that was perfect for us.  Peaceful, a mix of wooded sites for RV's and open sites with their cabins.  2 swimming pools, really nice playground for the younger kids, 2 baseball fields.  Just a top notch place.

    • G
      Camper-submitted photo from Lee's Park Campground
      Aug. 25, 2024

      Lee's Park Campground

      Event Campground

      Despite only having 3 stars on dyrt, lees park is pretty cool to come to. Close to SPAC, lots of area to set up tents, dog friendly, campfire friendly, and there’s a lake minutes away. Some of the crowd seemed a little rowdy but overall nothing that was obnoxious. DONT GO IN THE WOODLINE you’ll get mobbed by mosquitoes.

    • A
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      Jul. 29, 2024

      Flat Creek Rd.

      Doesn’t exist

      We ended up having to spend the night at a different campsite that were familiar with this place. This place is a scam.

    • Chris P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake George Escape Campground
      Jul. 29, 2024

      Lake George Escape Campground

      A Shell of Its Former Self

      Highlights of the trip included a somewhat secluded site by the river, pavilion tater tots and the pool. This campground was once thriving with activities and events and a real sense of community. Now, it seems hollow and unkept. Bathrooms and Showers were filthy.

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from West Canada Creek Campground
      Jul. 28, 2024

      West Canada Creek Campground

      Great Family Campground

      This campground has it all. Heated pool, great store, large sites, surrounded by trees, events, soft serve ice cream, tube rentals to float on the creek (river). FHU as well as tent sites and cabins. We love staying here, the facilities are clean and big showers.

    • Josie W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Cod Pond Dispersed Pull-Off
      Jul. 9, 2024

      Cod Pond Dispersed Pull-Off

      Private Campsite

      Decent site right off of the “main” road. “Main” because it was quiet. Easy to access via a short dirt road, but also easy to miss. We only saw sites 3 and 6 marked and took #6. There was a fire ring and access to the river down a semi-steep bank. Beautiful to listen to at night. Site was big enough to pull our mid-size SUV down and unfold rooftop-tent, but we did have to back out in the morning; not enough room to turn around. Felt private despite the road.

    • L
      Camper-submitted photo from Adventure Bound Camping Resort at Deer Run
      Jul. 5, 2024

      Adventure Bound Camping Resort at Deer Run

      Family oriented

      Family oriented. The kids loved love water attractions. Our site was large and shaded. The draw back is where you need to park the camper is about 7 inches out of level. If we stay in the same site again we would come better prepared.

    • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Moose Hillock Camping Resorts
      Jun. 28, 2024

      Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

      Nothing special

      The good: large, spacious, private sites that are all fairly level and all about the same size. Beautiful pool with 2 water slides, arcade, and cafe that wasn’t opened during the week but will be starting July 1. Clean facilities. Store was fairly well stocked with things you might’ve forgot to pack. Staff was nice.
      The not so good: lots of rules and charges for every little thing, our walkie talkies picked up on staff conversations and we heard they wanted to charge a family a guest fee for a delivery driver if he was on site more than 15 minutes, Showers cost money at $0.25 per 4 minutes, no wifi at all and poor cell reception, pool is NOT heated as they state all over their website, trash is not picked up, no activities or anything to do other than swim. Far from downtown Lake George and no trolley service, charges for early arrival regardless of whether sites is available or not and you can’t sit in their parking arrival area and wait. I would not choose this campground again. It wasn’t horrible. There is so much more they could offer for their resort prices that they charge. Drove through Lake George RV resort on Rt. 149 and I think I’d choose that campground next time. Check out the boats you ride on Lake George! The Adirondack is dog friendly! Get the coupon at the arcade for $3 off the $25 cost. Frontier Town gift shop on Rt 9 with the big teepee out front had great selection of stuff for good prices. Northway Brewing was fun with good beer!

    • Luka M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Hearthstone Point Campground
      Jun. 23, 2024

      Hearthstone Point Campground

      Okay camp

      Busy road going thru the camp (it’s split in half). You can hear the car noise almost always until late evening. Some sites looked not cared for. Brach is nice.

    • K
      Camper-submitted photo from Sacandaga Adirondack Preserve
      Jun. 19, 2024

      Sacandaga Adirondack Preserve

      Reluctant to review

      This place means a lot to me and I’m reluctant to review because it’s such a well kept secret. Nothing fancy but great secluded spot with lots of great spots.

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Glimmerglass State Park
      Jun. 11, 2024

      Glimmerglass State Park

      It glimmers like glass! The lake and more

      Both the Glimmerglass State Park and the Glimmerglass Festival Opera House list their location as Cooperstown, but in actuality the Park is 8 miles outside of Cooperstown on the northeast side of Otsego Lake, with the Opera House nearby on the northwest corner of the lake nearby. If you are going to visit one, you should also visit the other! In fact the park is an ideal spot to stay if you are wanting to take in any of the Glimmerglass music or theater productions which have quite a professional lineup in the summer season. If staying at the park you will also enjoy the amazing beach and waterfront on Otsego Lake, and great kayaking on the lake as well as the stream flowing into it. You can also hike, ot take a day trip into Cooperstown, especially for museums and all things baseball.

      The camping opportunities give you three options: the main campground by the park office, which is wooded and shady and has electric hookups as needed, and is close to the beach, but you will have a lot of neighbors. If you want a quiet tenting experience, choose the Beaver Pond primitive tenting campground! This offers a small number of large, well spaced and private tent only sites set back in the woods by a beautiful pond and by the Beaver Hiking trail. Very peaceful with more solitude than the main campground, but a longer walk to the beach. The third and newest option, the Travis Field campsites, reminds me of an overflow parking area at an outdoor festival, unfortunately just a bunch of basic tent campsites plunked in an open grassy field located in between the beach and the Beaver Pond sites. I am guessing the park has greater demand for campsites than the original campground offers, so they put these spots up in an open field, and maybe folks would rather have these sites than nothing if they want a week at the lake, but they would not be a first choice unless perhaps you have a group that wants to gather together and take a block of these sites. I didnt check out the cabins, but there are some, which might be especially good if you want to come in the winter as the park is open year round

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from BETTY and WILBUR DAVIS STATE PARK
      Jun. 11, 2024

      BETTY and WILBUR DAVIS STATE PARK

      Hidden gem for summer glamping or winter cross country ski getaway

      This is a small hidden gem of a state park where the only camping available is in camper cabins—and pretty amazing glamping for camper cabins! Although there may be times when there may be people and groups around for day use, the small number of cabins and they way they are spread out will make you feel like you are at your own private retreat. The cabins are beautifully built with lovely settings, and well appointed though you need to bring your own linens. There are a couple of ponds for fishing, but if you want to swim you need to go over to nearby Otsego Lake. The trails wind through mature forest, and you can cross country ski here in winter—in fact, reserve one of the winterized cabins and come for a long weekend of cozy cabin time and quiet time outdoors on the winter trails. There is a beautiful picnic pavilion and playground, so kid friendly. Unfortunately, pets can come for day use but cant stay in the cabins. Reservations must be made in advance for the cabins, and you can be sure they will be filled on special event weekends in nearby Cooperstown, especially for events at the Baseball Hall of Fame or the Farmers Living History Museum. . The park is far enough on the outskirts of town to be away from crowds and noise, but close enough to run to town for activities, get supplies or check out unique cafes and bakeries

    • R
      Camper-submitted photo from Betty Brook Camp
      Mar. 24, 2024

      Betty Brook Camp

      One of my favorite

      Love to camp here all year long have been coming to the area for a couple of decades now. Remote. Sometimes you never see anyone. Sometimes you see some people. You camp on the stream. There is a couple of spots

    • Nicole S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Whip O Will Campsites
      Mar. 13, 2024

      Whip O Will Campsites

      Rainy Rain Rain 🌧

      The campground was so huge the grounds were so nice. It had a little arcade, a nice lake, and playground. We like the surrounding area, the mountains and hikes are awesome but we went during October when it was cold and would love to come back when it's warmer so we can actually see what's going on there. People were very nice when we interacted with them.

    • L
      Camper-submitted photo from West Canada Creek Campground
      Jan. 25, 2024

      West Canada Creek Campground

      Great campground

      I visited this campground. One of the notable features of West Canada Creek Campground is its proximity to outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, playing uno online, and kayaking. The West Canada Creek itself is known for its trout fishing, attracting anglers from various skill levels. Additionally, the surrounding area offers hiking trails that lead to scenic viewpoints and natural landmarks. The campground provides various amenities and facilities for campers. These may include spacious campsites suitable for tents and RVs, picnic tables, campfire rings, and clean restroom facilities. It's always a good idea to check with the campground directly or consult recent reviews for the most up-to-date information on amenities and services.

    • PThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Betty Brook Camp
      Dec. 17, 2023

      Betty Brook Camp

      Pretty good place

      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. There's a stream alongside it, a fire pit, and a town about 8 mi away. It's a small town, with just a gas station store. I would not recommend this for large trailers. The site is fairly small, but it's in state park, and there's tons of walking that can be done.

    • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Powley Road in Ferris Wild Forest
      Oct. 19, 2023

      Powley Road in Ferris Wild Forest

      Powley Road

      Had a quiet and peaceful stay. Must camp at a numbered site. Most sites are right along the road, but I was lucky enough to snag one deeper in the woods. Some of the sites even have an outhouse. Stayed in October, so when I left early the next morning, I passed a lot of hunters that had camped along the road, too. The road is in good condition. No AT&T cell service in this area.

    • S
      Camper-submitted photo from West Canada Creek Campground
      Oct. 15, 2023

      West Canada Creek Campground

      Wonderful camping experience!

      My wife, our 3-year old son and myself had the pleasure of spending 10 beautiful weeks at West Canada Creek Campground.

      From our first interaction to the time we left and every moment in between the owners of the campground were welcoming, kind, friendly and just overwhelming pleasant.

      Under new ownership as of Summer 2022. The new owners, Imrana and Jason, made us feel welcomed from the moment we checked in. Whether it be making recommendations for food, sightseeing or things to do in the area. Jason even went as far as stopping by our site to make sure everything was up to our satisfaction.

      The property is clean and well manicured. The camp store is well stocked. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well kept. The laundry room is clean and machines are new.

      The West Canada Creek wraps around the entire property and provides such a tranquil backdrop. The sites are surrounded by lush oaks and pines. Makes it feel as though you are truly immersed in nature. Most of the sites are fairly level, either gravel or grass.

      The campground also has a tubing business on property with an upstream shuttle as well as an ice cream stand! There is a playground with slides and swings as well as a swimming pool. There is a beach volleyball court, half court basketball and horseshoe pits.

      We stayed on three different sites (2 partial hookups, 1 full hookup). Each site was level and easily accessible.

      Throughout our 10 weeks there, we encountered dozens and dozens of guests who have been returning to this campground year after year.

      Their themed weekends and accompanying activities throughout the season are wonderful. We had the pleasure of staying for Labor Day weekend in which they had a kids carnival set up among many other things. Their Halloween weekend is truly a must see, with wagon rides and trick-or-treating! This weekend like many others fill up nearly a year in advance. Return guests reserve their spot the following year before they even check out.

      There are a number of seasonal sites with repeat guests who return year after year. Everyone we met was friendly and hospitable. The seasonal guest sites are well kept and clean and gives the campground a safe and serene atmosphere.

      The guests at the seasonal sites are invested in this campground, volunteering for the themed weekends. A vast majority of them go all out for Halloween weekend, decorating their sites and RV’s.

      Having had the opportunity to be on property for an extended time, I personally witnessed the dedication and love the owners are pouring into this campground daily. They continue to make improvements and updates that not only made our time here more enjoyable, but will certainly guarantee current and future guests will be returning year after year.

      We had a tremendous time here and would highly recommend visiting. We will certainly be returning. We are so happy to have been apart of the West Canada Creek Campground family.

    • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground
      Oct. 10, 2023

      Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground

      Nice enough spot when traveling through

      I called and booked ahead of time knowing I'd arrive late and leave early, which was absolutely no problem, so I'm very thankful for that. I paid over the phone, was given clear instructions on where to park, and was told to enjoy my stay. This location is great if you're in a van or RV and need a quick place to stay for the night in this area of NY in mid- / late-October (because it seems NY closes its state parks quite early) or if you're here for the rock-hunting. From what I could see late at night (which honestly wasn't much) I wouldn't recommend for tent-camping as the sites were quite close to each other and not much soft ground for sleeping.

    • Peter S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Nickerson Park Campground
      Oct. 9, 2023

      Nickerson Park Campground

      BRING YOUR OWN WATER !!!

      Use to be a real nice family oriented campground. Since the new owners took over, the nicest thing is leaving! Wild, disrespectful adult adolescents get out of control and the park does nothing about it. Speed limits are not enforced! Some fly thru the park making it dangerous for everyone, especially children. Garbage used to be picked up at your site throughout the day and brought up by the entrance, but now there are overflowing dumpsters all over the place which have caused fly and rodent infestations. I had to hang nasty fly strips all around my canopies and caught mice in my camper constantly. THE WATER! ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING! I'm guessing the new owners didn't do as much as the previous owners as far as water treatments. It smelled like raw sewage, loaded with sediment and very discolored. Little to no pressure and a couple times no water at all. This was my 5th year camping at Nickerson and these issues were not there in the past. I have been camping for about 50 years and I've stayed in many campgrounds, this water was by far the worst I've ever experienced.



    Guide to Fort Hunter

    Camping near Fort Hunter, New York, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do:

    • Kayaking and Swimming: Enjoy the water at Glimmerglass State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "You will enjoy the amazing beach and waterfront on Otsego Lake, and great kayaking on the lake."
    • Hiking: Explore the trails around Moreau Lake State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "The hiking trails and lake mean you don’t even have to leave the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation."
    • Fishing and Mining: At Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA, you can fish in the river or try your luck mining for Herkimer Diamonds. One camper said, "An incredible plethora of things to do - river floating, great playground and pool, well-stocked store."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Max V Shaul State Park. A reviewer noted, "The bathrooms and showers are clean and well-kept."
    • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy campsites at Thompson's Lake Campground. One visitor mentioned, "There is a well-traveled road near the park so you get traffic noise, but lots of space between sites."
    • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff at Luzerne Campground. A guest said, "The staff is friendly and helpful, and check the campground regularly so you can feel safe."

    What you should know:

    • Limited Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Moreau Lake State Park Campground, do not offer electric hookups. A camper mentioned, "This is dry camping so there are no hookups but there are restrooms and showers."
    • Seasonal Availability: Some campgrounds, such as Little Sand Point - DEC, are only open from mid-May to late August. One visitor noted, "Pretty standard Adirondack camping."
    • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots like Glimmerglass State Park Campground can fill up quickly, especially during summer. A reviewer advised, "If you are going to visit one, you should also visit the other!"

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Playgrounds Available: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities, like Max V Shaul State Park, which has a playground. A parent shared, "There’s a children’s playground and pavilion."
    • Safe Swimming Areas: Choose campgrounds with designated swimming spots, such as Northampton Beach - DEC. One camper said, "Great campsites! Excellent access to the lake area."
    • Group Sites: If camping with friends or family, consider sites that accommodate larger groups, like those at Herkimer Diamond Mine KOA. A visitor mentioned, "You have easy access to the river for your fishing desire."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Big Rig Friendly: Look for campgrounds that can accommodate larger RVs, such as Glimmerglass State Park Campground. A reviewer noted, "Big rig friendly, drinking water, and electric hookups."
    • Check Road Conditions: Some campgrounds, like DevilDoc Campsites, have narrow paths. One camper advised, "He did however give us good directions to navigate the narrow driving path."
    • Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure a peaceful stay. A visitor at Moreau Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours."

    Camping near Fort Hunter, New York, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. From beautiful lakes to friendly campgrounds, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast.

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