The Catskill Mountains surround Glenmont, with elevations ranging from 100 to 4,000 feet across the region. Located at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk rivers, this area experiences typical northeastern seasonal patterns with warm summers reaching 80°F and cold winters dropping below freezing. Most RV campgrounds near Glenmont remain closed from October through April due to snowfall and freezing conditions.
What to do
Fishing at Alpine Lake: The small lake at Alpine Lake RV Resort offers good fishing for largemouth bass. "Waterfront sites worth the dollars! 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!" according to Deb V.
Swimming beaches: Thompson's Lake features a designated swimming area with lifeguards during summer months. "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 Dana O.
Hiking trails: The Taconic State Park trail system connects to larger networks throughout the region. "There is plenty of fishing access from shore and you can rent a boat for the whole day to fish on the water. There is a lot of hiking in the area- def check out Bash Bish Falls! This campground is also dog friendly so bring your fur babies!" notes Rosie R.
What campers like
Well-maintained facilities: The RV parks near Glenmont consistently receive praise for cleanliness. "The bathrooms are clean. The showers are large, but they do operate on a push system where you can't adjust the pressure, temp, or how long the water comes out, so just be aware of that," explains Kara W. about Schodack Island State Park.
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer natural barriers between campsites. "The state did an excellent job designing sites with dense foliage as sound and site barriers creating good privacy for campers," reports Kevin C. about Schodack Island State Park.
Lake access: Multiple RV campgrounds near Glenmont provide direct water access. "Very nice spot with privacy, but not many campers early season. New bath house with multiple shower rooms. Wonderful hiking trails. Pond for fishing & swimming. Kiddie pond, children's playground," describes Lisa S. about Rudd Pond in Taconic State Park.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most camping facilities close by mid-October. "We were there during the week. However, I give it only 4 stars because when Friday came and the weekend campers arrived, it got loud and rowdy. There was loud music playing and kids who invaded all the sites around them instead of using the big field meant for games," warns Nicole P. about Mt. Greylock Campsite Park.
Shower facilities: Bathroom quality varies significantly across campgrounds. "The bath houses are very clean and used for emergency shelter for bad weather. And this is quiet! I can't say enough good things - the best campground I ever stayed at!" shares Charles K. about Schodack Island.
Accessibility challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult terrain. "The camp has a lot of hills and some are pretty steep. We always bring our bikes and love to bike through the campgrounds, but this one is not good for biking. Our little ones had trouble going down the hills because of the loose gravel," reports Kim R. about Mt. Greylock Campsite Park.
Tips for camping with families
Beach and playground access: Look for campgrounds with dedicated children's areas. "Great park near Lake George. Very spacious with many different activities to do! They have movies, dances and even some kayaking, padding, etc. They have these dinos scattered throughout the park and also a few pools," mentions Meag F. about Alpine Lake RV Resort.
Weekend noise levels: Family-friendly campgrounds can become louder on weekends. "Quiet, clean enough and well worth the price. Showers are hot and there's great water pressure. The cleanliness of the bathrooms depends on how busy the campground is," notes Perrin M. about Lake Taghkanic State Park.
Book ahead for lake sites: Waterfront camping spots fill quickly during summer months. "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. We were next to a little fenced in area for dogs that our dog loved," shares Tina about Arrowhead Marina & RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Navigating site access: Many campgrounds have tight turns and steep grades. "The roads in are definitely patched and bumpy, but once your in the loop things are smooth! The site was SO spacious and felt secluded because of all the nature and greenery," explains Brittany V. about Schodack Island State Park.
Site selection strategy: Bigger rigs should request specific sites. "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," advises April L.
Water fill-up locations: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups at each site. "Large sites with power hookups. There is water available to fill your fresh water tank along the main road," reports Charles K. when describing the layout at Schodack Island.
