Kring Point State Park Campground offers waterfront camping in New York's Thousand Islands region with sites on either Goose Bay or the St. Lawrence River. The campground is located in the town of Redwood, approximately 20 miles from Hermon, New York. Water temperatures remain cool even in summer months, typically ranging from 65-72°F, with swimming available at two designated beach areas.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Eel Weir State Park Campground, campers can fish directly from the Oswegatchie River shoreline. "About 35 spots all non electric, many on the water of the oswegatchie river... Worth a look if you like your peace and quiet," notes Mary D. The river supports smallmouth bass and northern pike.
Wildlife observation: Look for local wildlife throughout the region. "Favorite thing is the family of owls that inhabit the trees that you see every night," reports Aaron P. about Eel Weir. At Rollins Pond, one visitor observed "chipmunks, squirrels, ducks, and a crane. The time before, we had a family of loons!"
Water sports: The region offers numerous paddling opportunities. "We loved riding bikes, ice cream truck every night. Ice and firewood available. Close store for goods. Kayaking was wonderful," shares a reviewer about Rollins Pond Campground. The pond connects to a network of lakes in the St. Regis/Saranac area.
What campers like
Waterfront access: Many sites throughout the region feature direct water access. At Jacques Cartier State Park Campground, "We book early so we can get a water front site... Everyone swims, kayaks, and paddle boards off their sites," explains Alycia M. The park also offers a guarded beach for families with younger children.
Quiet atmosphere: The region's campgrounds typically provide peaceful settings. One camper describes Eel Weir as "Relaxing, quiet, decent fishing, clean bathrooms and friendly staff." Another mentions that Jacques Cartier State Park is "Small, quiet and fantastic!"
Sunset views: Evening skies provide remarkable views across regional waterways. "And the sunsets are my favorite part!" notes Christina B. about camping in the area. At Rollins Pond, a visitor shares: "We had a waterfront site and were absolutely delighted to be able to sit on the beach and watch the sunset."
What you should know
Reservation planning: Book well in advance for peak summer dates. At Stillwater Reservoir, "Camping is free here but it is first come first serve but with 40+ sites you can almost always get something." Most developed campgrounds require reservations months ahead, especially for waterfront sites.
Weather preparedness: Conditions can change rapidly. One visitor to Jacques Cartier noted: "I came here totally unprepared and ended up getting soaked. I didn't check the forecast and it started pouring. It gets really cold at night and the weather is unpredictable."
Site characteristics: Many campgrounds feature distinctive terrain. "Grass sites with plenty of trees for shade. There's little undergrowth between sites for privacy but spacious sites makes up for it," explains Daniel L. about Eel Weir. At Jacques Cartier, "Half of the loop is in the woods and the other half has spacious, grassy sites bordered with woods behind them."
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