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Camping opportunities around Gloversville, New York range from established campgrounds to primitive sites in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. DevilDoc Campsites offers rustic tent camping, cabin rentals, and glamping options on a 25-acre property with pond access, while Caroga Lake Campground provides developed sites for tents, RVs, and cabins approximately 10 miles northwest of Gloversville. The region includes several mixed-use campgrounds that accommodate various camping styles, with most concentrated along the southern edge of the Adirondack Park boundary where forests meet the Mohawk Valley.
Seasonal considerations significantly impact camping in the Gloversville area, with most established campgrounds operating from May through September or early October. "The campground is located in the Adirondack Park foothills. With close proximity to Northville and Gloversville, the world is never that far away," noted one visitor about DevilDoc Campsites. Winter access becomes limited as many facilities close and unplowed roads restrict entry to backcountry areas. Cell service varies throughout the region, with coverage generally better near developed campgrounds and spotty in more remote locations. Travelers should check road conditions when accessing primitive sites, as some require high-clearance vehicles, particularly after rainfall when dirt roads can become muddy and difficult to navigate.
Waterfront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors to the area, with several campgrounds offering access to lakes and ponds. Northampton Beach Campground on the Great Sacandaga Lake features lakeside sites, a swimming area, and fishing opportunities that campers praise. A review mentioned that "Great facilities, and friendly staff. MANY campsites with lakeside access, although do pay attention to the time of year as the water level can drop considerably over the summer." The proximity to hiking trails in the southern Adirondacks adds recreational value to camping in the region. Public lands near Gloversville also support dispersed camping options for those seeking more solitude, though these primitive sites typically lack amenities and require proper preparation for self-sufficient camping, including water filtration and waste management.
"My buddy and I were looking for a campsite for a quick overnight stay before a bike trip around the Adirondacks, and this spot was a perfect fit."
"Future expansion will see a group site near the upper pond get developed, and a leanto with a glass face. (!) firewood is also available on the premises. "
from $15 - $25 / night
Check Availability"MANY campsites with lakeside access, although do pay attention to the time of year as the water level can drop considerably over the summer. large swimming area and great fishing."
"Lots of bike riding and walking. Couple nice general stores that are reasonably priced AND a miniature golf place right outside of the entrance."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"This site also is bordered by a small stream so expect mosquitoes and the occasional visit from wildlife (we had raccoons at our site each night, so kept food in the car)."
"It is also conveniently situated for a variety of nearby hikes."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"The ice cream shop at the entrance was a huge bonus. We both ordered a small and it was near enough to consider a full meal! A very pleasant stay!"
"Plenty to see nearby or just stay in. Truly loved camping here and will go back if the option ever presents itself again."
"Along with staying at this peaceful wooded campground, one can “mine” Herkimer Diamond quartz crystals adjacent to the campground via a bridge over the stream. I enjoyed a site next to the stream."
"A fine campground with it's own Herkimer Diamond Mine walking distance (or you can drive up your vehicle) to the mining area. A fairly small, nicely wooded campground."
"Continue driving past the original coordinates until you reach the dirt parking lot on the right. You’ll see signs that say “No Vehicles Past This Point” — those apply only to the grassy picnic area."
"It offers sounds of the highway and freight trains going by, my wife and I love it. If you need quiet, keep on moving. There are grills in the grassy area for tent camping, also a potable water tap."
"Love love love pops lake. The lake is beautiful especially during sunrise, and the sites are large. Will be returning soon."
"Old growth abounds, surrounded by Maple, Oak, and massive White Pine making for an understory mostly clear of vegetation. Making for a secluded feel, but not claustrophobic."
"The campsites are secluded, and the surrounding areas are beautiful."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"A train track is close by so it can be kind of noisy."
"Only drawback is steady stream of trains going by around the clock. I didn’t mind by my wife didn’t sleep well."
"This campground has a variety of offering including tent sites and RV, great swimming locations at many of the sites and there is a public beach with life-guards on duty a stones throw away!"
RangerWhat an amazing find! This was a perfect location for the first 2 days of our vacation. Steve and Michelle were incredibly accommodating and wonderful hosts! We truly enjoyed our stay and will definitely return!
ScoutAlways have a good time, staff is always friendly. Ive been coming here since i was a kid my grandparents always had a seasonal here.
ScoutThis is a very pleasant campground just a couple of miles off the interstate. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Full hookups at most sites. Many amenities available. A very quiet setting to rest and repose. Highly recommended!
GuideGot a super site almost level with the water. Went for a swim. Oddly, the lake has no plant life, but a sand bottom. Lots of ducks. Many people enjoying the shallow warm water on kayaks and such. Most sites level. The bathrooms did not offer hot water, or any way to dry your hands .They were clean, and enough to go around. The showers on the other hand were quite distant. A 5 minute walk . But clean, and plentiful. I guess better that than dirty and close by? No hiking trails is a letdown, but here its all about the lake.
ScoutNext to Mohawk river quiet and locals don't seem to bother you no toilets 4 or 5g with Verizon
LegendWe spent a long weekend at Moose Hillock in Fort Ann, New York, to visit Lake George. This is a difficult place for me to review. But I’ll do my best to share my experience.
The pool is the main attraction here and probably the largest and most ridiculous I’ve ever seen at a campground. Great for young kids.
THINGS I LIKED:
— The sites are enormous and private, probably the biggest sites we’ve ever seen at any campground we’ve stayed at.
— The mature trees are everywhere, great for privacy.
— It’s located about 25-minutes to the heart of Lake George. Easy drive away but not in the loud and busy area.
— The camp store is pretty good and sells snacks, drinks, basic supplies, and souvenirs.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
— Our site(# 709) was sloped, so much that even with leveling boards under the rear wheels, rear jacks fully extended and front jacks fully retracted, we couldn’t level. That’s annoying and so easily fixed by a campground this size with this array of equipment and resources.
— Except for the entry roads, the rest of the park is gravel and dirt, which was extremely dusty. Our vehicles and our stuff were instantly covered by this dusty dirt which was a never-ending battle to keep outside.
— I’m ok paying premium money for a great site, but this site wasn’t matched to the price. I paid$647.38 for 3-nights. That’s$215.79 per night.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
Probably not. For me, having a level site that’s not covered in dirt and dust is important— especially when it costs$215 per night. There’s a much nicer park about 10-minutes away(closer to Lake George) where we’ve stayed in the past. The sites are smaller, but they’re level.
ScoutThis campground will not respond to phone calls, email or facebook. It appears no one in charge
ScoutThe RV camp site was spread further apart from the other sites. It felt like you were in a secluded spot all by yourself. The camp staff were very helpful, campfire wood was a phone away and promptly delivered to your site. Nice variety of merchandise for sale. I love a souvenir from the places I visit. Although, it rained 2 of the days, it allowed some quiet time away.
ScoutVery welcoming... great place. Upkept everything is up to par. Showers are prolly the nicest as far as campgrounds goes.
Camping sites near Gloversville, New York sit at the southern edge of the Adirondack Park where elevations range from 800 to 1,500 feet. The region experiences warm summers with temperatures averaging 75-85°F from June through August, while spring and fall bring cooler conditions with occasional frost. Winter camping is largely unavailable as snowfall typically reaches 65-75 inches annually, with most forest access roads unplowed from November through April.
Fishing opportunities: At DevilDoc Campsites, guests can fish in the small on-site pond. "I had the entire 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," notes a camper. The property features an artesian-fed pond suitable for casual fishing.
Diamond mining excursions: Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground offers a unique activity where campers can hunt for Herkimer Diamonds (double-terminated quartz crystals). "Along with staying at this peaceful wooded campground, one can 'mine' Herkimer Diamond quartz crystals adjacent to the campground via a bridge over the stream," explains one reviewer. Mining tools can be rented on-site for an additional fee.
Boating access: Several lakes within 20 minutes of Gloversville permit motorized and non-motorized boating. "Drive your boat up to your campsite," mentions one visitor about Northampton Beach Campground. Local marinas rent kayaks for approximately $30-40 per day, with hourly options available at certain locations during peak summer months.
Secluded pond sites: Campers consistently praise the privacy found at DevilDoc Campsites. "We had the entire place to ourselves as our little Hiker Trailer was able to make it up to the clearing where there's a little pond. We had tons of privacy as it is well clear of the host's home and neighbors," shares one reviewer. The 25-acre property offers sites separated by natural forest buffers.
Affordable waterfront options: Budget-conscious campers appreciate the reasonable rates at St. Johnsville Campsite and Marina. "This place is great! $10 for a tent site right on the canal and the staff is super friendly," notes a reviewer. The marina location provides direct water access without premium pricing common at other waterfront campgrounds.
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds in the area feature larger-than-average sites. "Large sites on huge lake perfect for kayaking. Few bugs," observed one camper about Northampton Beach Campground. At Royal Mountain Campsites, another visitor noted, "Site was HUGE! Website stated sites were 30Amp so very happy to have found 50Amp upon arrival!"
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Facility quality differs significantly between campgrounds. At Caroga Lake Campground, "The bathrooms and showers were typical of other campgrounds and not overly large however they were cleaned regularly and the water was hot which was great for the end of a long day." Conversely, at Northampton Beach, one camper reported, "The bathrooms were pretty awful though. The showers were broken and there was no hot water the entire 5 days we were there."
Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife visitors, especially at sites near water. "Expect mosquitoes and the occasional visit from wildlife (we had raccoons at our site each night, so kept food in the car)," warns a Caroga Lake camper. DevilDoc Campsites features numerous bullfrogs in their pond that create significant nighttime noise during summer months.
Train noise at canal sites: Camping along the Mohawk River/Erie Canal means dealing with train noise. At Fort Plain Lock 15, "It offers sounds of the highway and freight trains going by, my wife and I love it. If you need quiet, keep on moving." Similarly, at St. Johnsville Marina, "A train track is close by so it can be kind of noisy."
Ice cream access: Royal Mountain Campsites offers a unique family-friendly feature. "I'm sorry but I gotta start by saying that we ate ice cream every night!!! The 'office' is an ice cream shop off the side of the road that all the locals apparently love based on lines and what we tasted!" The ice cream shop serves generous portions with small sizes comparable to full meals at other establishments.
Stream exploration: Families with children often enjoy campgrounds with shallow water features. At Caroga Lake Campground, "This site also is bordered by a small stream so expect mosquitoes and the occasional visit from wildlife." Similar water features exist at Sacandaga Campground where "the river flows right through the middle, giving a nice ambiance with the rush of the water. It also gives opportunities to rock hop up and downstream."
Bike-friendly options: Several campgrounds feature terrain suitable for children's bikes. At Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground, one visitor notes it's a "Great camp ground for kids with bikes :) nice sized sites." Similarly, at Northampton Beach, campers mention the large, relatively flat camping loops ideal for young cyclists.
Site leveling challenges: Many campsites in the Gloversville area require effort to level RVs. At Sacandaga Campground, "Most sites looked fairly level, but could be a bit awkward to back campers into. Sites were also pretty rocky, but drained water quickly." Bringing extra leveling blocks is recommended for most area campgrounds.
Water quality concerns: RVers should note mineral content in water systems. "Water was pretty mineral laden and I would get chunks of scale in my water bottles filling up. Make sure to use a filter if filling a campers water system," warns a Sacandaga Campground visitor. Using external filters when connecting to campground water is advisable throughout the region.
Limited full hookup options: True full-hookup sites (water, electric, and sewer) are limited near Gloversville. One exception is Royal Mountain Campsites, where RVers note: "We paid for wood and the owner drove it to our site and gave us half a tree for $10!! Navigating the campground was easy and they had social fires by their pond in the evenings."
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there RV parks with full hookups near Gloversville?
Lake George RV Park offers exceptional RV camping about 40 minutes from Gloversville. Located just 2 miles from I-87, it provides full hookup sites with excellent amenities. Cooperstown KOA is another option about 45 minutes away, situated in quiet rural countryside with full-service RV sites, mature trees, and a variety of rental options. Pine Lake Campground and RV Park near Caroga Lake and Alpine Lake RV Resort also accommodate RVs with hookups. Many of these parks are seasonal, typically operating from May through October, and advance reservations are recommended during peak summer months.
What campgrounds are available near Gloversville, NY?
Gloversville offers several nearby camping options in the foothills of the Adirondacks. DevilDoc Campsites is located directly in the Gloversville area, offering rustic camping on a 25-acre property with tent sites and a small cabin. Caroga Lake Campground provides lakeside camping with sites bordering small streams. Other options include Northampton Beach Campground on Great Sacandaga Lake, Royal Mountain Campsites near Johnstown, and Powley Road dispersed camping in Ferris Wild Forest with riverside sites. Most campgrounds in this region are seasonal, typically operating from May through October.
What are the best primitive campsites around Gloversville for tent camping?
Powley Road in Ferris Wild Forest offers excellent primitive camping with riverside sites. Site 4 is particularly notable for its magical setting and direct river access, though be prepared for zero Verizon cell service in the area. Lewey Lake Campground provides a serene escape with beautiful natural surroundings, making it ideal for tent campers seeking a quieter experience. Sacandaga Campground in the Adirondack Preserve near Northville also offers primitive sites with drive-in and walk-in access. For all these locations, pack in all necessary supplies and be prepared for minimal facilities.
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