Campgrounds around Kattskill Bay sit on the eastern shore of Lake George at approximately 320 feet elevation. The area receives 38 inches of rainfall annually, creating lush forests that provide natural shade at many campsites. Summer temperatures average 80°F during the day and 60°F at night, making for comfortable camping conditions even during peak season months of July and August.
What to do
Archery practice: Lake George Escape Campground has dedicated archery facilities open to all skill levels. "Archery was awesome!" reports Kimberly S., who visited with family during summer.
Water activities on Schroon River: Paddling options abound on the calm waters that flow through several campgrounds. "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, but if you want a clean beautiful spot on a beautiful river convenient to Bolton's Landing & Lake George Village you will love it here," explains a camper at Lake George Riverview Campground.
Bike path access: Whippoorwill Campsites connects directly to the regional bike path network. "There is a huge bike path that leads to the village and the outlets. Our campsite was close to the road with quite a bit of noise from the traffic but the campers were friendly and the staff was very attentive," notes Steve C., highlighting how the path helps avoid traffic congestion.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple sites offer good fishing access with varying restrictions. "My husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too," shares Antoinette W. about her experiences at Luzerne Campground, where motorized boats are prohibited, making it ideal for peaceful angling.
What campers like
Private, spacious sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts stands out for site privacy. "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," writes Nancy W., who appreciated the thoughtful layout.
Beach access: Direct lake access is available at several pet-friendly locations. "I was lucky to book a site (#68) on the water. Beautiful views and morning sun. There is a nice trail to walk that follows along the shoreline. Each site has a fireplace and table," reports Lauren S. about her stay at Rogers Rock Campground.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain high cleanliness standards despite heavy use. "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," shares Michael C. about his experience at Lake George RV Park.
Trolley service: Transportation options make exploring the area convenient from most locations. "The trolley will pick you up out front to go into town. The private access to the bike path in the back is a nice addition," notes Craig C. about Whippoorwill Campsites, highlighting how easy it is to access Lake George attractions without driving.
What you should know
Varying site quality: Sites differ dramatically in size, privacy and amenities within the same campground. "Campsites in the park are pretty inconsistent– meaning some are long and wide with good privacy but others are not. With over 400 campsites there are a lot to chose from and hard to know which is best for you unless you have been there before," explains Nancy W. about Lake George Escape Campground.
Wildlife concerns: Raccoons can be problematic at certain locations, especially island sites. "And the raccoon situation...was bad. We were literally bombarded with a group of raccoons each night. It was bad," reports Ryan from Long Island Group campsites.
Noise factors: Road noise affects some campgrounds more than others. "Friday and Saturday night there was a ton of street noise from Rt9," notes Ryan K. about Hearthstone Point, while another camper adds that "the campground is very spread out so people are always driving cars or golf carts to get to the activities."
Seasonal limitations: Many campgrounds operate with limited amenities early and late in the season. "We came a bit pre-season last year for weekend. Downside.. had to wait till 2wks prior to book since we are under the 4 night minimum in season," explains Julie E. about scheduling challenges at Moose Hillock.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Hearthstone Point Campground offers direct lake access for swimming and water play. "The bottom part of the campground is gorgeous...the beach area is beautiful. You are right on the lake," shares Jessica H., though she cautions that "not all sites are created equal though so def scout around for next stay."
Entertainment options: Several campgrounds offer programmed activities for children. "So many activities, dance floor and kids meals comes in frisbee plates. You can mine for gold, chill by the pool or even try your shot at archery! Something for everyone here, teen nights, family days and everything in between," notes Michelle D.
Playground proximity: When booking with small children, look for sites near play areas. "Great campground for families, we stayed at a tent site right near the playground. Pool, arcade, a short trolley ride to downtown lake George. It was a great stay and the kids loved it," shares Katrina J. about King Phillip's Campground.
Water parks: Some campgrounds feature dedicated water features for children. "Water park was great, kids spent all day there. Arcades and game rooms are great for rainy days. Indoor pool too! Every time I found something new I was more impressed," writes Michael C. about the facilities at Lake George RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: King Phillip's Campground offers varying degrees of privacy for RVs. "Getting the right site here is key. Some have room, privacy, and trees. Others are close together, and out in the open," advises IAN P., who found the location convenient to Lake George attractions.
Hookup positioning: Inspect site layouts before selecting. "The site was gravel but just out our door was sand which made for a mess when it rained. The patio area was pretty large but very little grass and mostly sand. The sewer hook-up was very weird and at an angle that was hard to secure my hose to," reports Nancy W.
Leveling challenges: Some sites require significant adjustment. "Sites are pretty inconsistent– meaning some are long and wide with good privacy but others are not. The site pad was packed gravel and slightly unlevel. We have a 27 foot camper and was slightly difficult to maneuver into the site. If your camper sits low, chances are it will hit the road on some of the inclines," cautions Cat R.
Road conditions: Interior roads vary widely in quality between campgrounds. "Roads in the park are confusing because none are parallel or perpendicular so we had to go slow just to make sure we didn't miss a turn in the RV. Luckily, the receptionist in the office highlighted the route we needed to take to get to our site which was very helpful."
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