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Camping opportunities abound in the Adirondack region surrounding Hermon, New York, with a mix of developed state parks and primitive sites. The area includes established campgrounds like Cranberry Lake, which offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins approximately 25 miles southwest of Hermon. Green Pond in Bonaparte State Forest provides more rustic camping with tent and RV sites but minimal amenities. Several state parks within a 45-minute drive feature waterfront camping along the St. Lawrence River and interior lakes, typically operating from May through September or early October.
Most campgrounds in the region require reservations, particularly for summer weekends and waterfront sites. State parks like Higley Flow, Cranberry Lake, and Wellesley Island maintain improved facilities with showers, toilets, and electrical hookups at select sites. "This is a clean, well maintained campground. It was a little crowded but surprisingly quiet for the number of people," noted one camper about Fish Creek Pond. Access roads to developed campgrounds are generally well-maintained, while dispersed sites may require higher clearance vehicles. The region experiences typical Adirondack weather patterns with possibility of snow through May, warm summers, and early fall color changes beginning in September.
Waterfront access represents a significant draw throughout the area, with many campgrounds situated directly on lakes or the St. Lawrence River. Cranberry Lake receives consistently high ratings for its paddling opportunities and lakeside sites. According to reviews on The Dyrt, "Beautiful ADK campground with the whole lake to explore from the launch on site." For those seeking more solitude, Green Pond in Bonaparte State Forest provides more primitive camping with fewer amenities but greater privacy. Family-friendly campgrounds predominate in the region, with many featuring swimming areas, boat rentals, and biking trails. Birch's Lakeside Campground on Cranberry Lake combines camping with marina services, while several state parks offer extensive recreational facilities including nature centers, hiking trails, and beaches with lifeguards during summer months.
"Out of all of the places that I have been in New York this is by far one of my favorite places to go"
"We usually head for the Adirondack lakes further down the road but it's still in the foot hills, close to our home and very pretty especially at sunset."
from $21 - $34 / night
Check Availability"We found a site on the edge for good privacy.
Sites are well maintained. Bath facilities need maintenance. ""I love how it has great fishing and nice camp sites even let's you bring a boat nice clean showers and bathroom can easily find firewood near by as well.."
from $21 / night
Check Availability"This is a Great Lake for kayaking, clear and calm, lots of nooks and crannies to explore."
"Beautiful ADK campground with the whole lake to explore from the launch on site. Pros: canoe rentals on site, lakeside camp sites, hiking nearby, all-tent loop."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Half of the loop is in the woods and the other half has spacious, grassy sites bordered with woods behind them."
"There’s a great guarded beach if you have young ones with a newer playground right next to it. They pick up your trash everyday, just leave by the road."
from $21 - $34 / night
Check Availability"Birch's Lakeside Campground has all the amenities needed to enjoy a stay in upstate New York, a general store, laundry & propane on site keep everything you need right there! "
"This was the perfect spot located on Cranberry lake -They have everything you need at their lakeside store, including boat and kayak rentals!"
from $25 - $65 / night
Check Availability"This is our go to area close to town but still just want to get away from it all. DEC is nice and stop and talk to the campers. There is a doc down the road for boats and fishing!"
"This is my second time camping at this location and I’ve enjoyed it so much. Not very well know and really quite however the training range can be a little loud at times."
"Our site is located adjacent to a mowed grass path that leads to the main road, close to the camp store. Beautiful area, lots of hiking and biking trails and swim area."
"Walking areas. Access to water for swimming."
from $24 - $200 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Bike path, kayak rentals, close to Lake Placid Olympic center, Wild Center in Tupper Lake"
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Access to the water great for boating and swimming. Kring point has islands as well you can jump off the rocks into the water."
"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."
from $24 - $109 / night
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ScoutVery nice campground, pool is awesome when it’s hot and, the water’s edge of the campground is beautiful, expect noise. Not a quiet place. From fellow campers to boats and sirens. No tru till station just a water line when you enter. Also check sites out was extremely up hill. Camper barely cleared.
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.
ScoutNot very welcoming at night. Kinda creepy.
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
TravelerGreat camp. Easy in and out for big rigs. Right on the St. Lawrence River. Many amenities to include 3 bay R.V. wash as well as car wash. Nice sites and some on the water with docks and a boat ramp.
GuideAlong Co 421, by Horseshoe Lake, there are 10-11 designated campsites. Most have fire pits.
Road is rough but easily doable if you take it slow.
As it’s a forest, the sites are pretty shaded, so solar and Starlink may present challenges. Slight AT&T at earlier sites.
ScoutI love how it has great fishing and nice camp sites even let's you bring a boat nice clean showers and bathroom can easily find firewood near by as well..
ScoutThai place is very cute, quiet, and not a lot of people frequent. The bathrooms are kind of “rundown” they are old and they use composing toilets with no showers and one sink located outside of the facility. It is NOT FREE they charge 16.00 a night. Located on an inlet of the man made lake. Water access, quiet, not busy, small, gives small town feel. Comes with picnic table and fireplace. We had site 6 and fit our 30 ft camper with 4 cars.
Camping opportunities in the Adirondack region near Hermon, New York range from waterfront campsites to more secluded spots in state forests. The area sits at elevations between 600-1,200 feet, with a climate that typically features warm days and cool nights even during summer months. Local campgrounds often close by early October due to dropping temperatures that can reach below freezing overnight.
Hiking trails for all abilities: Higley Flow State Park offers trails suitable for both summer hiking and winter cross-country skiing. "I also cross country ski in the winter and the trails are fabulous!" notes Jennifer I. about the park's versatility across seasons.
Rock jumping and swimming: Kring Point State Park provides unique swimming experiences with natural features. "It has a little beach area and great rock cliffs to jump off and swim! The fishing is also awesome, my husband caught a pike and small mouth bass his first day!" shares Christina B. about Kring Point State Park Campground.
Canoeing through connected waterways: Fish Creek Pond offers extensive paddling through linked ponds and waterways. "So many of the ponds connect that you could paddle for days and not get bored," explains Cyndi B. about the Fish Creek Pond Campground kayaking opportunities.
Loon watching: Early morning wildlife viewing is possible from many waterfront sites. One camper at Higley Flow spotted "the largest and most beautiful sounding loon early in the morning" while another visitor to Eel Weir mentioned a "family of owls that inhabit the trees that you see every night."
Privacy between sites: Higley Flow State Park receives praise for site layout. "Really nice sites that are private and easy to back into," according to Jennifer I. who camps there annually at Higley Flow State Park Campground.
Shallow water access: Many sites feature gradual entry to water. At Fish Creek Pond, "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," reports Oleńka S.
Clean facilities: Bathrooms and shower houses receive consistent positive reviews. "Bathrooms were kept very clean and The Pavilions were wonderful places to have a family picnic," states Jill R. about her camping experience at Higley Flow.
Stargazing opportunities: The region's dark skies allow for exceptional night viewing. At Birch's Lakeside Campground and Marina, Paul B. notes "Star gazing is FANTASTIC!" while another camper mentioned timing their visit during a meteor shower.
Reservation timing: Popular sites fill quickly, especially waterfront locations. "It's so nice it's hard to reserve, because people grab it nine months in advance!" warns Brian F. about Kring Point State Park Campground.
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain for RVs. At Fish Creek Pond, "not all are level for trailers and rv's, so do some research ahead of time to find the spot that is perfect for you," advises Cyndi B.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Hermon, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Hermon, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 64 campgrounds and RV parks near Hermon, NY and 11 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Hermon, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hermon, NY is Higley Flow State Park Campground with a 5-star rating from 6 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hermon, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Hermon, NY.
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