Best Campgrounds near Hadley, NY

Campgrounds surrounding Hadley, New York provide access to the natural beauty of the Adirondack region with options ranging from lakeside retreats to forested settings. Lake George RV Park and Luzerne Campground are popular established campgrounds that accommodate various camping styles including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Many locations feature water access, with several campgrounds positioned along Lake George and other smaller bodies of water in the area. The region includes both private resorts with extensive amenities and more rustic state-operated campgrounds with basic facilities, giving campers choices based on their desired comfort level.

Most campgrounds in the Hadley area operate seasonally, typically from early May through mid-October, with peak season running from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Weather conditions vary considerably throughout the camping season, with cooler temperatures common in spring and fall. One visitor noted, "My favorite place is Luzerne Campground. Love being on the far side of the lake with the private beach and no motorboats allowed." Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months, particularly for waterfront sites which tend to fill quickly. Many campgrounds provide electric hookups, water access, and sanitary facilities, though amenities vary significantly between developed resorts and more basic state-operated sites.

The camping experience near Hadley is characterized by proximity to water recreation, hiking trails, and nearby attractions. Campers consistently rate waterfront sites highest, with Lake George access being particularly prized. A reviewer mentioned that "Lake George RV Park may be the greatest campground we've stayed at yet! The staff treated us so nicely and the array of resort-level amenities are beautifully-maintained and clean." Campgrounds closer to Lake George village offer convenient access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment, while locations further from town provide more seclusion and natural surroundings. Many campgrounds feature family-friendly activities including swimming areas, playgrounds, and organized recreation programs. Sites vary from closely spaced arrangements in more developed areas to more spacious and private settings in less developed campgrounds.

Best Camping Sites Near Hadley, New York (170)

    1. Lake George RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 792-3775

    "**Lake George RV Park may be the greatest campground we’ve stayed at yet!"

    "We rented a golf cart from an outside course which was SUPER expensive, so it would be nice if the campground offered their own rentals, but if that's our only complaint, we're happy campers."

    2. Moreau Lake State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Gansevoort, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 793-0511

    $20 - $75 / night

    "This campground is close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks. There’s a nice big lake and the Hudson RIver. Many campsites are near the lake."

    "Moreau Lake has (in my opinion) superb facilities as far as state run campsites go."

    3. Luzerne Campground

    13 Reviews
    Lake Luzerne, NY
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 696-2031

    $22 / night

    "The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!"

    "Lover being on the far side of the lake with the private beach and no motorboats allowed. Tons of bike riding options. Great little lake for kayaking and fishing."

    4. Lake George Escape Campground

    25 Reviews
    Warrensburg, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Campground is placed 10 minutes from the bottom of Lake George with great hiking trails in the surrounding area. The campground it’s self it’s very clean in every aspect."

    "Restaurant and bar right next to the pool. Decent size spots."

    5. Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

    22 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 792-4500

    "Golf cart rentals (4 and 6 person) were expensive so we just walked the park multiple days. Each site is gigantic and well thought out and can easily say there is not a bad site in the place."

    "The park is very large so if you want to be near the pool/entertainment area or nearby bathrooms, pick your site accordingly."

    6. Hearthstone Point Campground

    16 Reviews
    Diamond Point, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 668-5193

    $22 / night

    "I am so thankful that l live close to the Adirondack park- where there are so many places to camp within this huge park."

    "Close to Lake George. Went on the trolley to the village. New adventure."

    7. King Phillip's Campground

    10 Reviews
    Lake George, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 668-5763

    "Very easy to find very easy to maneuver around into the campsites. Nice large campsites clean bathrooms. Very easy access to the village at Lake George and a great bike path."

    "I’m rating this campground as a 5/5 because of the location. We road the bike path each day to and from Lake George."

    8. Whippoorwill Campsites

    7 Reviews
    Lake George, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 668-5565

    $50 - $60 / night

    "Great campground if you want to shop at the outlets to the south or hang out in the village of Lake George to the north.  There is a huge bike path that leads to the village and the outlets. "

    "The private access to the bike path in the back is a nice addition. Overall, a great stay and couldn't have asked for more. We'll be back."

    9. Ledgeview Village RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 798-6621

    "Only downside was the road noise, our site was adjacent to the road and you could hear the loud noise of the tractor trailers all night."

    "The pool was very cold but spotless, which was surprising since there’s pine trees all around. We would definitely go back."

    10. Alpine Lake RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Corinth, NY
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Great park near Lake George. Very spacious with many different activities to do! They have movies, dances and even some kayaking, padding, ect."

    "I stayed at Alpine Lake RV Resort for three nights and had an absolutely fantastic experience."

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Recent Reviews near Hadley, NY

613 Reviews of 170 Hadley Campgrounds


  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Branch Pond on National Forest Hwy

    Amazing camping spots with fire pits!

    Tons of different styles of camping spots (if you get there while its still sunlight you can pick a spot by a flowing stream/river). No public bathrooms, no hookups, I personally didn’t have service.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    NF 83 - riverside

    NF83

    Great camping site. The road into the site was pretty rough.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Statton Pond Camp on Forest Road 71

    Amazing Numerous Free Dispersed Camping!

    Easy to get to, had service the whole time, fire pits for every spot. I did see a huge blackbear. I didn’t see any bathrooms.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Bear Slide in Lake George Wild Forest

    Night alone in my jeep

    It was rocky getting there but super super remote - zero service. Great space for my jeep and honestly you could fit a LARGE RV. There is a bathroom at the entrance. No fires because it’s super remote. Peaceful and almost untouched.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Grout Pond Campground — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

    Grout Pond Loop

    Camping Grout Pond Loop is truly nice after Labor Day (Sept 5-7). Campsites 15 & 16 offer pull-out space to turn around truck campers --we lucked out w/ 4 wheel camper pop-up). Over hanging trees would make it difficult for larger equipment, plus saw posting that excludes trailers from certain roads. We reserved well in advance; however many fellow campers were trying to find first come sites and ended up hiking in to camp around pond sites. Sites are in eye-site of each other but you don't feel crowded. Temps during day around 65-70 F. Nights dipped to 45-55F.
    We saw deer & turkeys driving the surrounding woods after short hikes.
    We love chatting w locals and learned of a special shrine that was faithfully built from stone to resemble original in modern day Turkey. What a special & serene place.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Hide-A-Way Campsites

    Quaint and truly hid away

    Well maintained clean campground. Friendly attendants guided us to site and directed in spot. Gravel unlevel pad full hookups.

  • Lorraine H.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Aqua Vista Valley Campgrounds

    2 month stay started July

    It's ok great water views stuff for kids to do every weekend it's the seasonal campers that make it not fun at times u have some very friendly then others that are noisy judging ,parting witch parting really ain't problem until ur not watching ur kids or being loud at times I give it a 7 out of 10

  • Andy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Statton Pond Camp on Forest Road 71

    Large Area with Fire Pit in the middle

    This was a great site.  I couldn't believe that the site was not being used at all, especially the just a couple of days before Fourth of July weekend.  Many other sites further south on 71 were filled and some were just TTs holding the space for the upcoming weekend.

    The site was very flat and could accommodate several small campers.  It was quiet during our overnight stay other than a car or two on Stratton-Arlington Rd.  There weren't many mosquitoes either.  Hiking trail to Stratton Pond close by.


Guide to Hadley

Camping spots near Hadley, New York sit at the southern edge of the Adirondack Park, with elevation ranging from 400 to 900 feet throughout the region. The area features a mix of sandy and rocky terrain, with many campsites positioned along the upper Hudson River. Weather tends to be more stable here than in higher Adirondack elevations, with summer temperatures averaging 5-10 degrees warmer than northern regions.

What to do

Hiking from camp: Several campgrounds offer direct trail access. At Moreau Lake State Park Campground, campers can explore over 20 miles of trails. "Over 20 miles in hiking trails, this is one of the nicest parks, I've visited," reports Michi P. Trails range from easy lakeside paths to more challenging routes.

Water recreation: Multiple camping areas feature swimming and boating options. Lake swimming is available at Moreau Lake, while Luzerne Campground provides a more secluded experience. "We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. Love that we can rent boats too," notes Antoinette W.

Cycling options: The Warren County Bikeway connects multiple campgrounds to local attractions. "There is a nice paved walking/biking path adjacent to the park that runs from Lake George to Glens Falls. The path is perfect for safely walking or biking to Lake George which is less than two miles away," explains Nancy W. about King Phillip's Campground.

Fishing access: Multiple waterways provide fishing opportunities without leaving the campgrounds. Freshwater fishing is available at several locations, with non-motorized lakes often producing better catches. "Good fishing" is available at Luzerne Campground according to Robert L., who also notes the "nice swim at your own risk beach."

What campers like

Privacy levels: Site separation varies significantly between campgrounds. Moose Hillock Camping Resorts stands out for spacious sites. "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," reports Nancy W.

Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness is consistently mentioned across reviews. "The showers are so nice and private and clean," notes Antoinette W. about Luzerne Campground. Facilities are generally well-maintained during off-peak periods but may require more attention during holidays.

Proximity to attractions: Many campgrounds provide easy access to Lake George and surrounding towns. Whippoorwill Campsites offers convenient transportation options. "You can leave your car/RV at your site and take the trolley into town/to the lake to avoid parking in town. There is also a bike path you can take to town," explains Mallory K.

Site types: Different campgrounds specialize in specific camping experiences. "Our campsite was close to the road with quite a bit of noise from the traffic but the campers were friendly and the staff was very attentive," notes Steve C. about Whippoorwill Campsites, while many reviewers praise the lakeside sites at other campgrounds.

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds operate from early May through mid-October, with peak rates and crowds from late June through August. Holiday weekends fill quickly and often command premium pricing. Moose Hillock charges additional fees during holidays: "It was $66/night during the first part of our stay but then jumped up to in-season rates that were $99/night plus $20/night because it was a holiday weekend," according to Nancy W.

Reservation timing: Book waterfront sites 6-9 months in advance, especially for summer weekends. Non-waterfront sites typically require 2-3 months advance booking during peak season but may be available with shorter notice during weekdays or shoulder seasons.

Road noise: Several campgrounds have sites affected by highway sounds. Hearthstone Point Campground experiences this issue: "Our camp site was close to the road so we did hear cars driving by at night, so I would advise to get a spot away from the road," recommends Sue T., who switched sites midway through her stay.

Insects: Early season camping (May-June) typically experiences more mosquitoes. "Since we camped in May, there were quite a few bugs. Mostly mosquitos that were quite pesky but I'm guessing they may die down in the season," notes Nancy W.

Tips for camping with families

Beach options: Several campgrounds offer swimming beaches with varying features. "The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed," notes Nancy W. about Moreau Lake. Family reviewers consistently recommend lake access for entertaining children.

Playground proximity: Tent campers with children should request sites near play areas. Ledgeview Village RV Park offers this amenity: "Has a playground and pool. Kids enjoyed the area," writes Lauren. Playground access reduces the need to entertain children at the campsite.

Safe biking areas: Look for campgrounds with internal roads suitable for younger riders. "It is safe to let kids ride their bikes around the campground, go to the arcade, pool, or playground because nothing is too far away," notes Mallory K. about Whippoorwill Campsites.

Organized activities: Schedule varies by campground and season. "They have many activities you can do on site (swimming in pools or lakes, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, floating, bike riding, playgrounds or weekly planned events)," writes April L. about Alpine Lake RV Resort.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: Many campgrounds have unlevel sites requiring additional equipment. "The site pad was packed gravel and slightly unlevel. We have a 27 foot camper and was slightly difficult to maneuver into the site. If your camper sits low, chances are it will hit the road on some of the inclines," warns Cat R. about King Phillip's Campground.

Hookup accessibility: Connection locations vary between campgrounds. "The sewer hook-up was very weird and at an angle that was hard to secure my hose to. Instead of flowing straight down into the ground, it was at 45 degrees and took a big rock for me to secure it," reports Nancy W.

Dump station access: For partially serviced sites, dump station availability is important. "If you opt for a site without sewer, they have a dump station that you can use on the way out which is what we did," notes Craig C. about Whippoorwill Campsites.

Size restrictions: Not all sites accommodate larger rigs. "Bathhouses are clean and pretty close to sites. We'd go back in a second," says Jason B. about Lake George Escape Campground, though others note some campgrounds have tight turns or low-hanging branches that may challenge bigger RVs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hadley, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hadley, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 170 campgrounds and RV parks near Hadley, NY and 26 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hadley, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hadley, NY is Lake George RV Park with a 4.9-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hadley, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 26 free dispersed camping spots near Hadley, NY.