1 campground with availability this weekend
Cabin campgrounds near Harrisville, NY range from rustic one-room structures to fully furnished waterfront cottages, giving campers several options across comfort levels and budget. Natural Bridge/Watertown KOA provides cabin rentals with electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Cranberry Lake Campground features cabins along the waterfront with both standard and deluxe options. Most cabins include beds with mattresses, basic furniture, and small refrigerators. Some feature private bathrooms while others require guests to use nearby shower facilities. According to one visitor at Wellesley Island State Park, "Cottage A was clean, spacious, warm and fully stocked with everything we needed."
Cabin rentals vary from rustic one-room structures to fully furnished multi-room cottages with kitchenettes. Wellesley Island State Park Campground offers cabins and cottages with varying amenities, some providing waterfront views. Most locations require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies differ between campgrounds, with some allowing dogs in designated cabins for an additional fee. At Old Forge Camping Resort, winter accommodations include "dry cabins or cottages with bath and shower available for weeks, weekend or seasonal stays," as noted by a camper who appreciated the staff's help with snow removal.
Most rustic cabins provide basic sleeping platforms or bunk beds but require visitors to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Cooking facilities range from simple fire rings with grates to fully equipped kitchens in deluxe cabins. Adirondack Mennonite Camping Associates offers cabin and platform tent rentals with access to shared bathrooms and shower facilities. A small camp store at Natural Bridge/Watertown KOA sells firewood, ice, and essential camping supplies. Wellesley Island features "a store, laundromat and arcade" according to reviews, though visitors staying in remote cabin locations should bring all necessary provisions.
"The water is crystal clear, sunsets magnificent, canoeing and hiking opportunities abound, and even on a "busy" summer weekend the campground is quiet and the fellow campers are low key and respectful."
"This is a large campground on the shores of Cranberry Lake with access to many hiking trails and other activities. Quite a few of the sites are lakefront but they seem to book up fast."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $40 / night
"The sites are small, but there are mature trees between them & woodsy areas around the campsites. The campground is clean and well kept. The laundry room and bathrooms were clean."
from $40 - $131 / night
"However they're doing it all correct in their state parks. This park is amazing. The views of the ST. LAWRENCE River are amazing. You're around some of the best fishing in the country. We'll."
"We camped in loop F site 43 with full hookups, nice asphalt pad picnic table and fire ring. Our site is located adjacent to a mowed grass path that leads to the main road, close to the camp store."
Available this weekend
from $24 - $188 / night
"Beaver Camp (or, officially Adirondack Mennonite Camping Assoc.), is a classic summer youth sleep-away camp on Beaver Lake."
"This is one of the most family friendly resorts and a perfect weekend getaway for those living in other parts of New York State."
"Close to skiing. Snowmobiling is the real reason to come here. Dry cabins or cottages with bath and shower are available."
"Our site was a “standard site” near the pool, boat launch, activities, and Tiki Bar which surprised us because sites close to activities are usually desired and not discounted."
"This is a great park. It’s an easy mile from I-81 and just 10-minutes drive to Alexandria Bay downtown. The staff was great— friendly and helpful."
"With my family and pets in tow, we took a weekend and committed it to nature and ourselves."
"Water nearby, brand new bathrooms with showers and two kitchen clean up stations are a short walk away. Every site has a fire ring with a grill and picnic table."
"Never stayed in cabins but been inside. It's beautiful park. Goose bay on one side St Lawrence River on other. Every site is beautiful with rocks. But the rocks make it beautiful."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $109 / night
"They are spaced fast enough apart that privacy is a plus consideration! Check in at front gate was courteous and quick!"
from $10 - $85 / night
"There are restrooms located convieniently throughout the park so you never have to walk more than a few sites no matter where you are."
"Most of the campsites at Fish Creek Pond are along the waterfront, offering easy access to the pond. Some campers even build temporary docks that they leave behind for subsequent campers."
from $22 - $40 / night
GuideThe MWR shop was excellent to work with!
The sites, under 15, are pull through and full hookups. They are spaced fast enough apart that privacy is a plus consideration!
Check in at front gate was courteous and quick!
ScoutTraveled from northeastern PA with 5 other families. All with kids under 13. Location was great. Everyone super friendly. Very convenient being near the grocery store. Tiki bar was fun for adults! Very clean! We rented a boat and went to Clayton for the day. Will definitely go back again.
GuideThis was one the the best camping experiences yet. The sites are great, right on the water with easy access to get Kayaks in. Loons on the lake wake you, so peaceful and beautiful. Plenty of room between neighbors. You can hang out in a floatie in front of you site, or kayak down the awesome creek. Bathrooms okay, showers clean with hot waters, but you do have to drive to them. Can’t wait to go back next year.
TravelerBeautiful and well kept campground. Stayed right on the river and was beautiful. Full hookups was nice. Nice campground if you have kids. Only downside is you are very close to the site next to you.
RangerThe site we had was amazing, all sites are right on the water so they all may be just as nice. Ours was flat and easy to level a tent or camper.
The lake was beautiful, fun to swim in and fish in (caught perch, bass, white fish, bluegill, and crappie).
Beautiful trees and surrounding area has boat rentals.
The bathrooms were flush toilets which is a plus, but pretty gross otherwise.
Local store across the road has everything you’d need (fresh baked pizzas, ice, entire convenience store, wood, etc) and gives 4% discount for cash purchases.
GuideI've stayed here twice, once in 2024 and again in 2026, both on Memorial Day Weekend. In 2024 I woke to the sound of loons but did not hear them in 2026.
This is a large campground on the shores of Cranberry Lake with access to many hiking trails and other activities. Quite a few of the sites are lakefront but they seem to book up fast. Most of the sites are spaced out fairly well although a few are close and will result in you seeing & hearing everything your neighbors are doing. However, they are mostly designed well and blend into the environment. A few seem like afterthoughts and are right on the road, so you'll want to choose carefully.
Dumpsters are in the center of the campground near the bathhouse, which has hot showers. There is a sandy beach area near the entrance of the campground and a volleyball area near the dumpsters/bathhouse.
It's a beautiful area and is mostly quiet. Other campers were respectful and didn't play loud music although a few talked loudly late into the night. There are lots of trailer camping sites, so you should expect to hear generators although most people were considerate and only ran them in the daytime.
This is a great campground for exploring the Adirondack Mountains. The town of Cranberry Lake seems mostly dead so don't plan on eating in restaurants nearby.
LegendThis has been one of my favorite campgrounds and I have camped there many times over the last several decades. Always well maintained, but peaceful state forest campground with spacious sites, many right on the water. There is an official beach, but the water sites really have their own access for canoes and nice swimming. The water is crystal clear, sunsets magnificent, canoeing and hiking opportunities abound, and even on a "busy" summer weekend the campground is quiet and the fellow campers are low key and respectful. For a tent camper, this is an ideal location and I love it. Fire ring, even tenting spot, picnic tables, etc. There are numerous accessible campsites, a shower building, and regular restrooms as well as privvies. Small trailers can fit and their is an RV dumpstation, but this is not a campground for big rigs and hookups. The campground is a little off the beaten path and in the further reaches of the Adirondacks for most campers, and the vicinity is one of the largest and most pristine areas in the ADK wilderness. Come well supplied with groceries and camping needs as there isnt much nearby. The SUNY Forestry school maintains a Ranger school at nearby Wanakena on the west side of the lake, and a Field Biology station on the south side of the lake. Nice hiking in the area
LegendThe Golden Beach campground has two sections: one is the main campground, with the usual state forest amenities including bathrooms, showers and beach, shared with a couple hundred campsites along the east side of Racquette Lake. However, the campground also manages a string of more remotely placed campsites located along the shor of the south bay of Racquette Lake, removed from the main campground and its amenities but with much more space between sites and direct access to the lake. They also are clustered in small spurs directly accessible to Rt 28, which has pluses and minuses. For me, these quieter more rustic sites are preferable, especially with the easy access for canoeing right on the lake. Picnic table, tent site, parking spot and fire ring are all provided, right along the beautiful lake. The smallest spur has only 2 campsites, which is perfect when you want a quiet spot! Big trees, peace and quiet, beautiful Adirondack experience, also not too far from the main campground and many hiking trails in the area
GuideThis is a surprisingly large facility with multiple options, including cabins, tent, and RV sites. We were there in late October on a Saturday night when they were having a big Halloween festival, so very crowded but festive environment. Everybody packed up and left the following morning.Close to the town of old Forge and Lakes. Beautiful area.
Cabin camping near Harrisville, New York provides access to the western edge of the Adirondack Park, where elevations range from 1,200 to 2,000 feet. The area experiences warm summers with temperatures typically ranging from 65-80°F and cool nights around 55°F. Winter cabin options remain available in several locations with temperatures often dropping below freezing between November and March.
Kayaking on Cranberry Lake: Multiple waterfront sites at Cranberry Lake Campground offer direct lake access for paddling. "The campground reminded us of summer camp on the lake, as it seemed frozen in time. We spent one day kayaking on the lake and another day hiking," notes one visitor at Cranberry Lake Campground.
Fishing from shoreline campsites: Many cabins and sites allow fishing directly from your campsite. At Golden Beach Campground, visitors appreciate the convenience: "We rented a canoe from Adirondack river rentals and could launch directly from our site. Everything is clean here and it's a convenient drive to the nearest store."
Winter recreation: For cold-weather cabin stays, snowmobiling trails connect directly to some campgrounds. At Old Forge Camping Resort, "Snowmobile trails are accessible from the campground and seasonal rentals are available. The staff will help you with snow removal," according to a winter visitor.
Swimming at designated beaches: Several cabin locations offer swimming areas with sandy beaches. "The water is super shallow all along the shoreline. It's perfect for dogs, kids, and hanging out in the water. The bottom is sandy with some rocks, good to have water shoes but not essential," explains a visitor to Fish Creek Pond Campground.
Waterfront site selection: Many cabins offer direct water views. At Wellesley Island State Park Campground, "You're around some of the best fishing in the country. Well manicured campground. It's huge by the way. Tons of playgrounds and swimming. Always clean everything."
Clean bathroom facilities: Most cabin areas maintain well-kept restrooms and showers. "The bathrooms are kept tidy, the shower house is classic and clean, and there is an extensive recycling facility," reports a camper at Fish Creek Pond Campground.
Helpful park staff: Rangers and campground employees regularly assist with cabin needs and local information. At Natural Bridge/Watertown KOA, "The owners made me feel welcome from the minute I arrived. They went above & beyond for me," mentions a satisfied visitor.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many cabins offer opportunities to observe local animals. "We had one or two bears in and around our camp site almost every night. Heed the warnings and lock car doors and don't leave coolers or grills out," notes a camper at Old Forge Camping Resort.
Reservation timing: For peak summer months, cabin reservations should be made 9-12 months in advance. "We try to make an annual trip here in late September, after the throngs of summer crowds have left. We always go for a spot that has easy, shallow access to the lake," explains a visitor at Fish Creek Pond Campground.
Cabin amenities vary significantly: Not all cabins include the same features. "Do your homework, check out the site photos which you can easily find online. Get a waterfront site but be aware the privacy isn't great at many sites," recommends a camper at Cranberry Lake.
Cell service limitations: Many cabins have limited or no cellular connectivity. "No cell service. This has great secluded campsites off of the main road that are by the water in the woods. Def reserve early if you want a spot," advises a visitor at Golden Beach Campground.
Weather preparation: Cabins can experience rapid weather changes. "It's very windy so be prepared," warns a camper, while another notes "The reason I give it 3 stars is it's not very secluded and there is a lot of noise during the day, luckily I spent most of my day hiking the mountains nearby."
Cabin selection for children: Look for cabins with flat, open areas for play. At Kring Point State Park Campground, "My family and I love this campground...the area has such history! It has a little beach area and great rock cliffs to jump off and swim! The fishing is also awesome."
Playground access: Several cabin locations feature play areas. Wellesley Island State Park has "tons of playgrounds and swimming" according to reviewers, while others mention volleyball courts and basketball hoops at various locations.
Hiking with kids: Many cabins offer access to family-friendly trails. "The hike up and around Bear Mountain was a good workout and fun experience for our whole family (littlest is 6). We cannot wait to get back there and camp again!" shares a family who stayed at Cranberry Lake Campground.
Biking opportunities: Paved roads through some cabin areas provide safe biking for children. "Take a bike!" recommends a camper at Fish Creek Pond, while another mentions "it's great for a run or bike ride."
Site leveling considerations: Not all cabin and RV areas have level sites. At Golden Beach Campground, "They have some very nice campsites; unfortunately, they have some sites that have no level area (as in, not even close - it's all slope) or shade, so choose wisely."
Winter RV access: Some locations offer winter cabin options when RV camping isn't possible. Old Forge Camping Resort provides "dry cabins or cottages with bath and shower available for weeks, weekend or seasonal stays" during winter months.
Water and electric hookup availability: Cabin areas often have different utility options than RV sites. "There are water spigots around the loop to fill up your fresh tank before setting your jacks," explains an RVer at Wellesley Island State Park.
Wind protection: Some cabin and RV areas experience significant wind. One camper at Swan Bay Resort mentioned that their neighbor "lost three awnings to the wind. So, don't leave your awning out when you leave your camper and beware of winds if you want to be on the water."
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