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Best Tent Camping near Hague, NY

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Tent campsites near Hague, New York center primarily around Lake George, offering both established campgrounds and island camping experiences. Rogers Rock Campground provides tent sites including Waltonian Island Campsites, Flirtation Island Campsite, and Temple Knoll Island Campsites, all accessible from Lake Shore Drive in Hague. The Lake George Islands camping network includes Narrow Island Group, Glen Island Group, and Long Island Group, providing tent-focused options that require boat access.

Most tent campgrounds in the Lake George region have basic amenities such as picnic tables and fire rings, with varying levels of access to facilities. Sites on the islands must be reached by boat, with reviewers noting the need to "take everything you need including extra ice." Fire regulations vary by location, with some areas permitting fires in designated rings while others enforce strict fire bans. Rogers Rock tent sites offer more amenities including electric hookups, showers, and sanitary dump stations, while island sites provide more primitive tent setups with minimal facilities. According to visitor feedback, island campsites often have limited level ground, with one camper stating "there were no leveled space whatsoever except for one platform per site."

The tent camping experience around Lake George provides unique opportunities for seclusion and lakeside recreation. Island camping creates natural boundaries and privacy from neighboring campsites. As described in feedback on The Dyrt, "we rented kayaks and actually reserved a spot on our own private island" with "nothing beats being alone and hearing only the tide crashing next to you all night." Many tent campers use the sites as bases for water activities including kayaking, swimming, and fishing. Wildlife encounters are common, particularly on the islands where raccoons are frequently mentioned in reviews. Weather conditions can significantly impact the camping experience, with wind direction being particularly important for island sites. Campers should check forecasts before arrival, as one experienced visitor advised to "check the weather before your stay - you may be able to swap for a site on the opposite side of the island if you get an idea of where the winds will be coming from."

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  • Matthew D.
    Oct. 10, 2018

    Cedar River Entrance Camping

    Cedar River Campground

    Stayed at site number 5, I think. It was by the water in the woods just a little bit. Picnic table, fire ring and several outhouses nearby. Beautiful surroundings. There is a small landing to launch kayaks or canoes. A dam with some additional sites on the other side. Town is about 20-30 minutes away. Several trails nearby. Would recommend.  

    Also would recommend traveling further in if you are looking for more sites.

  • Justin P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2022

    Stony Brook Backcountry Shelter on the AT in Vermont — Appalachian National Scenic Trail

    Basic AT shelter with lots of tent camping and swimming hole nearby

    Note: This is a hike in back country shelter with unreliable water and a pit bathroom.

    I tented here on a section hike of the AT. The shelter was a fairly basic 8ish person shelter, but this stop stood out because of a brand new privvy, large tenting areas, and a swimming hole and consistent water just a bit further down the trail (when heading northbound).

    For camping, there were a few large tent areas where multiple tents could fit and which looked quite level.

    The privvy looked brand new and was more spacious than most on the trail.

    There was no water on the shelter, but there was plenty of water at Stony Brook / Mink Brook a bit further northbound. I only explored a bit offtrail down the brook but found a decent swimming hole (could just barely submerge myself) to clean off a bit.

    There was also a bear box here, which I hadn't seen at other shelters along the AT in Vermont (heading southbound).

    Although the shelter was fairly basic, I would keep this on my list as a go-to place to stop if I was planning to hike in the area.

  • Justin P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2022

    Gifford Woods State Park Campground

    Quiet and well maintained campground

    I tent camped here before doing a section hike of the Appalachian Trail and it was one of the best campgrounds I’ve stayed at before.

    The sites have some privacy and woods in between, though the tent sites vs. shelters and cabins were mostly closer to the access road. All sites were super clean and had a picnic table and fire ring. Most sites had a built in cooking fire structure (vs. a fire ring) they looked great for camp cooking, though my site (T01) seemed to be the only without it.

    The facilities were well-maintained, there were water spigots everywhere, and though I didn’t get a chance to enjoy, there were lots of activities right there (volleyball lawn, the AT running right through the campground, mountain bike trails).

    I didn’t stay in them, but the cabins and lean-tos looked great for group or family options.

    Kent Pond was also just across the road for water activities, and I saw at least one fly fisher out.

    Killington was also right nearby for restaurants and other needs.

    I will definitely be coming back to explore more!

  • Maribeth W.
    Aug. 30, 2016

    Lake Harris Campground

    Wet but beautiful!

    We got rained out!! Our site did have good drainage and ample tree cover so that helped. Easy access to buy firewood on the road into the campground.

  • Lauren S.
    Jul. 27, 2020

    Moosalamoo Campground

    Hidden Gem

    Tucked down a gravel road in the Green Mountain National Forest is this hidden treasure. Large sites, friendly campground host, the moosalamoo trailhead right next to campground. The trail connects to many others. You will pass several trailheads on your way up to the campground. Many of the sites are reservable, others are first come first serve. You will find a pay station as you enter the campsite. The camp host is at site 1. Surprisingly clean vault toilets. No showers. There are dumpsters on the way out for trash and recycling. I saw bear storage lockers but I did not use them as I had my bear keg with me. Behind the parking spur at the site there is gravel with picnic table and fire pit. Beyond that in the trees was a spot for the tent. I didn’t experience many bugs, no mosquitoes, what I saw the most of were caterpillars. But If you needed bug spray or forgot anything back in town a few miles Ripton grocery has you covered.

  • M.A.D. P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 3, 2022

    Greendale Campground

    Greendale campground, Weston Vt.

    Greendale Campground is a small remote campground located along Greendale Brook in Weston, VT.

    There are 11 campsites available in a wooded setting. Each site has a picnic table, a fire ring with a grill, and a parking spur. Most sites can accommodate small campers as well as tents. There is also a vault toilet.

    The campground offers easy access to the Greendale Loop, a 4.0 mile hike through a mixed forest of northern hardwood and conifer trees with long stretches bordering scenic streams. This loop includes approximately 2 miles of walking along town maintained roads open to vehicular traffic.

    This site is not maintained for winter use. Deep snow often covers amenities at this site December – mid April. The nearest plowed parking area to the campground in the winter is approximately one mile away and access is via skis or snowshoes. My wife and I car camped in July and there were very few campers. Many sites are beside Greendale Brook. The water is clean, refreshing and soothing. Especially soothing while sitting by the campfire.

  • Miccal M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2024

    Patterson Brookside camp on West Hill Road

    This is a wonderful place to camp

    There are a handful of sites to camp at along the river here, each offering a slightly different experience.  The dirt road along the river is an easy drive, though it is single lane in a few locations, so be aware of oncoming traffic.  Some of the sites are drive in, some are walk in, but all are primitive. 

    There is no electricity, no cell coverage, not outhouses in this area.  Be prepared to pack out everything you bring in.

    This area is being heavily use and some spots are being shut down from abuse, please be aware that you have a lot of impact, and that impact can be positive or negative. Choose Positive!

    This area is closed in the winter due to snow, by the GMNF

  • Linsey S.
    Sep. 6, 2021

    Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday

    Great Campground, Full Amenities

    Spent 3 days, 2 nights here from a Wednesday-Friday. Very large and busy campground, close to Lake Placid and other cool activities to take in. Pros- hot showers, convenient laundromat, you are guided to your site by staff on golf carts. Cons- tent sites aren’t given much privacy, on the days we stayed we were put very close to the main building when we requested a spot near the back away from the busy area, kids allowed to run and yelling and screaming WELL after quiet hours.

  • Jessica C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Chittenden Brook Campground

    Great site

    This was a great site that feels secluded but isn’t. There’s quite a bit of space between each site so you can’t really see your neighbors which is excellent. The vault toilets were surprisingly clean besides the expected smell/flies. No running water or electricity. No cell service a few miles leading up the site, so download your maps in advance. There’s a 2.5 mile dirt road with a steady incline into the camp, which my subie had no issue with, but not sure how well an RV would fair.

    Didn’t see any bear, but take bear food precautions regardless. Each site has a fire pit, tent platform, and picnic table. The sites were well cared for. There were two dumpsters, one for recycling and one for trash, at the end of the loop. They are bear proof and almost me proof! The constant sound of running water from the brook was truly relaxing. I didn’t have issues with bugs (beginning of August) but I also didn’t stay in the camp during the majority of the day.

    All in all, a great campsite and I’ll definitely be back.

Guide to Hague

Tent campsites near Hague, New York provide access to the Adirondack region's wilderness while maintaining proximity to Lake George recreation. Sites range from boat-access islands to secluded forest settings, with elevation varying from 320 feet at lake level to surrounding peaks approaching 2,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F during camping season, with potential for rapid weather changes requiring preparation.

What to do

Kayak to island accommodations: Accessing island campsites requires watercraft, with Bolton Landing offering rental options. Many campers bring or rent kayaks to reach their reserved sites. According to one Glen Island camper, "We rented kayaks and actually reserved a spot on our own private island. It was little, slightly wooded, and private" (Glen Island Group).

Explore private waterfall trails: Several camping areas offer access to secluded water features and hiking opportunities away from Lake George itself. A visitor to Davey Falls ADK describes it as an "Amazing secluded creekside spot. Private waterfall, hiking trails" noting it serves as the "Perfect location to explore eastern Adk."

Fish from your campsite: Lake George provides excellent fishing opportunities directly from island campsites. One visitor to Long Island Group reported, "We had a great spot on Long Island! Beautiful view, chill atmosphere, easy boat parking on the slip" while another noted they "ate fresh fish everyday" during their stay.

What campers like

Island privacy and seclusion: The island camping experience creates natural boundaries between sites. A Long Island camper stated, "Absolutely beautiful and you can't beat camping on an island" (Long Island Group), while another visitor mentioned the "chill atmosphere" of their lakeside spot.

Water views and access: Shoreline proximity provides constant scenery and recreation. A Glen Island visitor described their experience: "Spectacular views and pristine waters. Great fishing, lots of fun to be had on the water and quiet peaceful evening by the campfire" (Glen Island Group).

Forced relaxation: The boat-in nature of island sites creates a unique camping experience. A Narrow Island camper explained, "Once there, settle in & relax, you aren't going anywhere. Nice for forced relaxation if you want to read, sleep, have limited interaction" (Narrow Island Group).

What you should know

Fire restrictions vary significantly: Not all sites permit open fires. At South Meadow Campground, one visitor emphasized "NO FIRES ALLOWED!" while other locations maintain strict fire ring requirements. Always verify current fire regulations before arrival.

Island camping requires extensive preparation: Access limitations mean bringing all supplies. A Narrow Island camper advised, "TAKE EVERYTHING you need including extra ice. Once there, settle in & relax, you aren't going anywhere."

Boat traffic noise impacts experience: Despite wilderness settings, motor noise can be considerable. A visitor noted, "Warning: lots of boat motor noise esp on summer weekends which sadly dilutes the otherwise 'cut off' feeling."

Site conditions vary significantly: Many island sites have challenging terrain. One camper at Long Island reported, "These sites have not been maintained in probably 20 years at least. The wooden porta pottys or whatever you call them were grotesque."

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