Luzerne Campground
Defenitly in the woods!
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!
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Limited horse camping options exist near Hoosick Falls, New York. None of the three campgrounds in the area feature dedicated horse corrals or specific equestrian facilities according to available data. Moreau Lake State Park Campground in Gansevoort offers the most developed camping experience with tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options. The campground maintains spacious sites with good separation between neighbors and provides clean facilities including showers and toilets. The park includes over 20 miles of hiking trails that could potentially accommodate horses, though no specific horse trails are mentioned.
Luzerne Campground provides an alternative camping location with tent and RV sites. The campground connects to several trails in the back of the property and features a small lake suitable for kayaking. While electric hookups, water, and sewer connections are available, the campground lacks documented horse-specific amenities such as corrals or designated equestrian campsites. NV Farms Outfitters and Cabins in Vermont represents the third option in the region, offering tent camping, cabins, and glamping, but also does not specify horse facilities in the available data. Campers seeking dedicated equestrian camping may need to venture further from the Hoosick Falls area.
"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."
"Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation."
from $20 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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!"
"We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too."
from $22 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $125 - $500 / night
Check AvailabilityThe only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!
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. The sites are shady and close together, but still feel fairly private. We enjoyed the hiking trails and beach while camping, then went further north for the full ADK experience.
The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs). Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation. We found it enjoyable just to hang out in the park rather than trying to find things to do in the area. After hiking and paddling, we loved relaxing out at our campsite with a campfire.
Our campsite was spacious but required some maneuvering to avoid scraping trees with our RV. Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed. Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours. Since it was still a little cool and our windows were closed and we never heard anyone’s generator. The park was not very crowded when we were there, but we can imagine it could get very busy and noisy in the busy summer season. The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed. The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season. There is also a nice playground for kids to enjoy.
This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower. Both were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower. Oh well, the shower felt good after our active days. There are two pavilions you can rent which are nice if big groups want to gather. Take note that only two pets are allowed per campsite, so plan accordingly if you are a pet owner.
Access is fairly easy, just off I-87, and there are plenty of signs directing you which way to go. Saratoga Springs and Lake George are nearby if you want to explore. We recommend visiting the National Horse Racing Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, if you have time. We would definitely stay here again.
Although the campground was right off the road, it's still in a forest with big pine trees and mossy boulders. It was easy to access from 87. Given the proximity to the road, there is road noise, so that doesn't allow for that super outdoorsy experience you might desire. At night though it would get very dark and quiet - there weren't a lot of campers there during our stay. The camphost lives in a home onsite and was mostly helpful. Be sure to mention the 5 nights for 4 deal on their website upfront, otherwise she won't reimburse. Upon working with her to extend our stay, she said people were scheduled to come into our spot. We moved and no one arrived, so that was a bit annoying.
To get to the sites, we had to take it a bit slow because there are some low hanging trees and a turn, but made it fine. Our first site, 22, was a back-in, 30 amp, full hook-up. It was a long site with plenty of room for our RV and SUV. We had to back it up to the very end to find the flattest option to level. With the way they have their sites set up, you need a 50 ft hose for water. This site was close to the showerhouse but next to a longterm trailer with crap everywhere and we weren't super thrilled that was our view from our windows in our living area. Our second site, 50, was also a back-in, 30 amp, full hookup. It was very pretty but hard to level. The site slopes up, so the backend was high. We tried about every way to sit our rig in there to level, but we ended up driving our front tires up on some leveling blocks and went up with the jacks as much as we safely could. We didn't get a perfect level, but we decided it was ok since we only had 2 days left. We had to wiggle our SUV in kind of sideways, but it worked.
There were some "residents" there in tents, which was interesting and a couple longterm trailers (with the typical cluttered lots you see at campgrounds that offer longterm stays). The campground is clean and the shower houses were faithfully cleaned everyday around 11a. Showerhouses were dated, but had super hot water for showers.
A few miles further down the road is the town of Lake Luzerne. We visited their small grocery which had the basics and we ate at one of the restaurants which had a view of the water (Upriver Cafe). The campground was in a perfect location to visit Lake George and surrounding area (Six Flags, outlet shops, putt-putt, restaurants etc). If you're wanting to explore even more you're only 1.5 hrs to Lake Placid and the Green Mountain National Forest.
Work was difficult with my husband dependent on AT&T. The Weboost got Verizon working fine, but AT&T was spotty. We had some issues with our RV that we were trying to get fixed locally which extended our stay, otherwise we would have left earlier due to this. The camphost told us that they had invested in some sort of mini Verizon tower for their personal use, so that was what was helping the Verizon signal. The campground offers wifi at the office/pool/rec room area, but when the "residents" come down, it brings it to a snails pace. My husband would go down there in the morning to work and had to go to Starbucks in Lake George at times when all the kids at camp decided to be on their devices at the same time.
Pool is not heated, so not many people were using it. They charge $2 per garbage bag to be put in their dumpster. They sell a few necessities in their office and firewood. They have laundry with 1 working residential washer $1 and 1 residential dryer $.75 and 1 industrial sized dryer $1. We did a couple loads with no issue. They are outside in a patio area.
Bring the bug spray. The mosquitos were as big as birds and tenacious!
Moreau Lake has (in my opinion) superb facilities as far as state run campsites go. The beach is nice, large picnic facilities, and the campgrounds are well maintained with nice bathroom/shower buildings.The park has a large number of hiking trails for every level of outdoorsman and the staff is friendly and helpful. The main issue is the fact that due to it's proximity to I-87 and being conveniently located 20 minutes from both Lake George and Saratoga Springs the park draws large crowds of downstate tourists, not itself a wholey bad thing but during the summer season I wouldnt go here expecting to have the park to yourself,.
we have been going to this campground for almost 15 years and my husband went here a a kid with his family. We always get the same site, for 15 years. My daughter loves it here. We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too. Also, the little mom and pop store across the street is perfect for last minute needs and have the best homemade chocolate cream pie. Very close to great escape. Hiking available too.
My partner and I stayed at Moreau Lake State Park and were not disappointed. Tons of camping trails at varying distances, clean bathrooms with showers, well maintained sites, and a nice selection of activities. About a 20 minute drive from the southern tip of Lake George if you wanted to go off site. Will definitely be back!
My overall favorite place. 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. Minutes away from Lake George village. Great little diners and shops in town of Hadley/Luzerne also.
we have been going to this campground for almost 15 years and my husband went here a a kid with his family. We always get the same site, for 15 years. My daughter loves it here. We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too. Also, the little mom and pop store across the street is perfect for last minute needs and have the best homemade chocolate cream pie.
Horse campgrounds near Hoosick Falls, New York remain limited, with most nearby sites lacking dedicated equestrian facilities. The region sits at the border of New York and Vermont, with elevations ranging from 400-1,200 feet and a climate featuring cold winters and mild summers. Camping options within a 30-mile radius of Hoosick Falls vary in development level but share proximity to the southern Adirondacks and Green Mountains.
Trail hiking: Moreau Lake State Park Campground offers over 20 miles of trails at varying difficulty levels. "The park has a large number of hiking trails for every level of outdoorsman and the staff is friendly and helpful," notes Robert L. in his review of Moreau Lake State Park Campground.
Paddling on small lakes: The region's smaller lakes provide peaceful paddling experiences. Dan H. describes Luzerne Campground as having "a great little lake for kayaking and fishing. Minutes away from Lake George village." Luzerne Campground also offers boat rentals for those who don't bring their own watercraft.
Seasonal activities: Winter camping opportunities exist at some locations. Harry H. mentions that Moreau Lake State Park Campground is "close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks" and that many "enjoyed the hiking trails and beach while camping, then went further north for the full ADK experience."
Adventure sports: The area surrounding Lake Luzerne offers various adventure activities. Troy H. notes there's "plenty to do: tubing and white water rafting (spring) great hikes, horseback riding, canoe/kayaking, zip lines, great local food and breweries in the area."
Private beaches: Several campgrounds feature beaches with varying levels of development. Dan H. appreciates Luzerne Campground for "being on the far side of the lake with the private beach and no motorboats allowed. Tons of bike riding options."
Site privacy: Campers consistently mention site spaciousness as a highlight. Nancy W. states about Moreau Lake State Park Campground, "Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed."
Cleanliness: Well-maintained facilities are a priority for families. Antoinette W. notes that at Luzerne, "The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too."
Local amenities: Small stores near campgrounds provide convenience. Emily B. mentions about Luzerne Campground, "It was nice to have a little country store right across the street from the entrance of the campground. They had anything and everything you might need or had forgotten!"
Seasonal crowding: Summer months bring significant visitor increases. Robert L. cautions about Moreau Lake: "During the summer season I wouldn't go here expecting to have the park to yourself," and explains that "due to its proximity to I-87 and being conveniently located 20 minutes from both Lake George and Saratoga Springs the park draws large crowds."
Limited equestrian facilities: Despite the rural setting, dedicated horse camping options are scarce. Brittnay B. mentions that Luzerne is "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!"
Water quality considerations: Lake swimming conditions vary throughout the season. Robert L. describes Moreau Lake as having "a nice beach" but notes that fish sizes are "limited due to number of people fishing it on a regular basis."
Weather preparedness: The region experiences significant seasonal temperature fluctuations, with summer highs averaging 70-85°F and occasional storms. Nancy W. recommends visiting Moreau Lake "late in the season" when it's "not very crowded."
Beach access priority: Families value lakefront sites for convenience. Antoinette W. recommends at Luzerne Campground: "We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes."
Playground availability: Moreau Lake provides dedicated play areas for children. Matthew L. notes the park has a "Nice playground and beach, volleyball. Would recommend."
Biking opportunities: Flat terrain makes for kid-friendly cycling. Amy M. enjoyed Luzerne with children, stating: "Beautiful beaches, lots of places to hike and lots of places to take a bicycle and go exploring!"
Local attractions: The region offers family-friendly destinations within short driving distance. Antoinette W. mentions Luzerne is "Very close to great escape. Hiking available too."
Site navigation challenges: Large rigs face potential difficulties at several campgrounds. Nancy W. cautions at Moreau Lake State Park Campground: "The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs)."
Hookup availability: Most campgrounds offer limited services. Nancy W. notes: "This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower. Both were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower."
Generator policies: Noise restrictions vary by campground. Nancy W. reports: "Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours."
Site selection considerations: Seasonal factors affect site desirability. Robert L. mentions older but "well maintained" camp facilities at Luzerne, with "nice swim at your own risk beach (no guards), boat rentals, good fishing."
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