Cabin camping near Hudson Falls, New York offers options for visitors seeking accommodations with varying amenities throughout the region. Located in the southern Adirondacks at approximately 400 feet elevation, the area experiences cool evenings even in summer months with temperatures often dropping to the 50s overnight. Seasonal availability typically runs from May through mid-October with most facilities closing after Columbus Day weekend.
What to do
Hiking trails access: Moreau Lake State Park Campground provides over 20 miles of hiking trails with options for all skill levels. According to a visitor, "We enjoyed the hiking trails and beach while camping, then went further north for the full ADK experience."
Water activities: Alpine Lake RV Resort offers multiple water recreation options on their private lake. A camper noted, "Bring your boats and SUP boards for lots of fun! Hikers and water enthusiasts will live this place! Lots to explore."
Trolley service: Whippoorwill Campsites provides convenient transportation into Lake George Village. As one visitor explained, "You can leave your car/RV at your site and take the trolley into town/to the lake to avoid parking in town. There is also a bike path you can take to town."
River access: Camping along the Schroon River provides fishing and paddling opportunities. One camper at Lake George Riverview Campground shared: "The river is the attraction at this Campground that provides hours of entertainment. If you are looking for a resort campground with lots of amenities this may not be the campground for you."
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts features spacious campsites with natural separation. A visitor observed, "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site. Added bonus is that there is nice separation between sites with trees and shrubs that block out your neighbors and provide lots of privacy."
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention the maintenance standards at established campgrounds. One guest at Lake George RV Park reported, "The campground is so clean and nice! Perfect for the dogs with best dog park I ever saw. Pools and hot tubs extremely clean and the grounds looked more like a hotel resort than campground."
Individual bathrooms: Some campgrounds provide private bathroom facilities rather than communal restrooms. A Lake George Riverview visitor noted, "The private bathrooms were an unexpected surprise. Each bathroom was large with toilet, sink and shower! With many campers in RVs the bathrooms were never busy."
Bicycle trail connections: Several campgrounds connect to regional bike paths. One camper mentioned, "Bike trails throughout with a connection to the local bike trails leading to Lake George and Glens Falls area."
What you should know
Road noise: Several campgrounds are close to major highways, which impacts sound levels. A Lake George Campsites visitor reported, "The Northway was directly to the west, maybe 1000 ft through the woods, extremely loud traffic noise."
Site differences: Granite Hill Lodge and Campground offers 20 sites with varying amenities. According to visitor comments, "The campground has beautiful facilities, larger sites, and beautiful views from their lookout. They even have flower beds sprinkled around that are well manicured."
Seasonal pricing: Peak season rates can increase substantially. One Moose Hillock camper noted, "It was $66/night during the first part of our stay but then jumped up to in-season rates that were $99/night plus $20/night because it was a holiday weekend."
Firewood availability: Most campgrounds sell firewood on-site but prices vary. A Moose Hillock visitor commented, "Their price for firewood is $9 for an average size bundle but there are plenty of places along Route 149 with better prices."
Tips for camping with families
Pool features: Swimming pools vary significantly between campgrounds. A visitor to Ledgeview Village RV Park shared: "The pool was very cold but spotless, which was surprising since there's pine trees all around."
Kid-friendly campgrounds: Certain campgrounds are designed with families in mind. One camper noted, "It is safe to let kids ride their bikes around the campground, go to the arcade, pool, or playground because nothing is too far away. It is a cozy campground."
Entertainment options: Some campgrounds provide planned activities. A Lake George RV Park visitor explained, "Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong. Water park was great, kids spent all day there."
Safety considerations: Terrain can present hazards for small children. One Alpine Lake visitor warned, "Our site had a steep drop off to the lake, not all are like this, but be cautious about this if you have young kids."
Tips from RVers
Site navigation: Narrow roads and tree placement can create challenges. One Alpine Lake RV Resort camper advised, "If your site neighbors are in their spots already when you arrive it will probably be hard to navigate unless you have a 20' rig. We don't, ours is over 33' and we were lucky that our site neighbors were both home to move their trucks so we could get in."
Hookup details: Electrical service varies between campgrounds. At Moreau Lake State Park, "Nicely treed sites and cabins with a pretty lake. Hiking, biking, swimming, boat/canoe/paddleboard rentals. No hookups but does have dump station."
Leveling requirements: Some sites require additional equipment for proper setup. A Lake George RV Park visitor advised, "Be sure to bring boards to level your trailer for some sites are quite uneven!"
