Best Campgrounds near Lake Luzerne, NY

Lake Luzerne offers several established campgrounds within the southeastern Adirondack region of New York. Luzerne Campground provides a mix of tent and RV sites in a wooded setting with lake access, while nearby options like Lake George RV Park and Moreau Lake State Park Campground expand accommodation choices to include cabins and glamping. Most campgrounds in this area feature full hookup options for RVs, with varying levels of amenities from basic to resort-style facilities, all within proximity to the recreational opportunities of both Lake Luzerne and Lake George.

The camping season in the Lake Luzerne area typically runs from mid-May through early October, with most facilities closing after Columbus Day weekend. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly for summer weekends and holiday periods when availability becomes limited. "My best friend and I took the kids to this campground and we loved it! Beautiful beaches, lots of places to hike and lots of places to take a bicycle and go exploring!" noted one visitor about Luzerne Campground. The region experiences warm summer days with occasional thunderstorms and cool evenings, while spring and fall bring variable weather conditions. Most developed campgrounds offer clean shower facilities and restrooms, though amenities vary by location and some more remote sites have limited facilities.

Waterfront camping represents a significant draw for visitors to the Lake Luzerne area. Campers consistently mention the small lake at Luzerne Campground as perfect for kayaking, swimming, and fishing, with one camper noting it as "secluded, small lake but perfect for kayaking." The private beach areas and prohibition of motorboats on some lakes create peaceful environments appreciated by families. Beyond water activities, the surrounding area provides numerous recreational opportunities including hiking trails, bicycle routes, and proximity to attractions in Lake George. The region also offers adventure activities like tubing, white water rafting in spring, and horseback riding, making it a versatile destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking both relaxation and adventure in the southeastern Adirondacks.

Best Camping Sites Near Lake Luzerne, New York (170)

    1. Lake George RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 792-3775

    "**Lake George RV Park may be the greatest campground we’ve stayed at yet!"

    "We rented a golf cart from an outside course which was SUPER expensive, so it would be nice if the campground offered their own rentals, but if that's our only complaint, we're happy campers."

    2. Moreau Lake State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Gansevoort, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 793-0511

    $75 / night

    "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."

    "Moreau Lake has (in my opinion) superb facilities as far as state run campsites go."

    3. Luzerne Campground

    13 Reviews
    Lake Luzerne, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 696-2031

    $22 / night

    "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."

    4. Lake George Escape Campground

    25 Reviews
    Warrensburg, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Campground is placed 10 minutes from the bottom of Lake George with great hiking trails in the surrounding area. The campground it’s self it’s very clean in every aspect."

    "Restaurant and bar right next to the pool. Decent size spots."

    5. Moose Hillock Camping Resorts

    22 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 792-4500

    "Golf cart rentals (4 and 6 person) were expensive so we just walked the park multiple days. Each site is gigantic and well thought out and can easily say there is not a bad site in the place."

    "The park is very large so if you want to be near the pool/entertainment area or nearby bathrooms, pick your site accordingly."

    6. Hearthstone Point Campground

    16 Reviews
    Diamond Point, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 668-5193

    $22 / night

    "I am so thankful that l live close to the Adirondack park- where there are so many places to camp within this huge park."

    "Close to Lake George. Went on the trolley to the village. New adventure."

    7. King Phillip's Campground

    10 Reviews
    Lake George, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 668-5763

    "Very easy to find very easy to maneuver around into the campsites. Nice large campsites clean bathrooms. Very easy access to the village at Lake George and a great bike path."

    "I’m rating this campground as a 5/5 because of the location. We road the bike path each day to and from Lake George."

    8. Whippoorwill Campsites

    7 Reviews
    Lake George, NY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 668-5565

    $50 - $60 / night

    "Great campground if you want to shop at the outlets to the south or hang out in the village of Lake George to the north.  There is a huge bike path that leads to the village and the outlets. "

    "The private access to the bike path in the back is a nice addition. Overall, a great stay and couldn't have asked for more. We'll be back."

    9. Ledgeview Village RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Queensbury, NY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 798-6621

    "Only downside was the road noise, our site was adjacent to the road and you could hear the loud noise of the tractor trailers all night."

    "The pool was very cold but spotless, which was surprising since there’s pine trees all around. We would definitely go back."

    10. Lake George Riverview Campground

    10 Reviews
    Warrensburg, NY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 623-9444

    $41 - $75 / night

    "This campground sits on the Schroon River just a few miles north of downtown Lake George and is very easy to access from I-87."

    "You're 4 miles away from Lake George's downtown which is a great area. Plenty of nearby hikes. Each campsite had a BBQ-like fire pit. Campground has a very nice basketball court, pool and playground."

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Recent Reviews near Lake Luzerne, NY

630 Reviews of 170 Lake Luzerne Campgrounds


  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Frontier Town Campground

    So clean!

    We stayed in site 33 which is in the equestrian camping area. It’s really open with little tree cover which is perfect for those who work remote using Starlink. We had fantastic connection. The sites in the equestrian camping area are huge and so clean. The bathrooms are the cleanest I’ve seen so far and we do this full time. The only disappointment was that the hot water doesn’t get very hot in the shower so you better do some jumping jacks to get pumped before showering during colder temps! The trails are well marked and well maintained. Overall, this is a fantastic campsite. There’s even a brewery a ten minute walk down the road. We didn’t go but looks nice. Get your supplies before you arrive! Not many places around to quickly grab charcoal if you need it.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Branch Pond on National Forest Hwy

    Amazing camping spots with fire pits!

    Tons of different styles of camping spots (if you get there while its still sunlight you can pick a spot by a flowing stream/river). No public bathrooms, no hookups, I personally didn’t have service.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    NF 83 - riverside

    NF83

    Great camping site. The road into the site was pretty rough.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Statton Pond Camp on Forest Road 71

    Amazing Numerous Free Dispersed Camping!

    Easy to get to, had service the whole time, fire pits for every spot. I did see a huge blackbear. I didn’t see any bathrooms.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Bear Slide in Lake George Wild Forest

    Night alone in my jeep

    It was rocky getting there but super super remote - zero service. Great space for my jeep and honestly you could fit a LARGE RV. There is a bathroom at the entrance. No fires because it’s super remote. Peaceful and almost untouched.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Grout Pond Campground — Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests

    Grout Pond Loop

    Camping Grout Pond Loop is truly nice after Labor Day (Sept 5-7). Campsites 15 & 16 offer pull-out space to turn around truck campers --we lucked out w/ 4 wheel camper pop-up). Over hanging trees would make it difficult for larger equipment, plus saw posting that excludes trailers from certain roads. We reserved well in advance; however many fellow campers were trying to find first come sites and ended up hiking in to camp around pond sites. Sites are in eye-site of each other but you don't feel crowded. Temps during day around 65-70 F. Nights dipped to 45-55F.
    We saw deer & turkeys driving the surrounding woods after short hikes.
    We love chatting w locals and learned of a special shrine that was faithfully built from stone to resemble original in modern day Turkey. What a special & serene place.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Hide-A-Way Campsites

    Quaint and truly hid away

    Well maintained clean campground. Friendly attendants guided us to site and directed in spot. Gravel unlevel pad full hookups.

  • Lorraine H.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Aqua Vista Valley Campgrounds

    2 month stay started July

    It's ok great water views stuff for kids to do every weekend it's the seasonal campers that make it not fun at times u have some very friendly then others that are noisy judging ,parting witch parting really ain't problem until ur not watching ur kids or being loud at times I give it a 7 out of 10


Guide to Lake Luzerne

Lake Luzerne camping offers access to both secluded forest settings and larger recreational facilities in the southeastern Adirondack region. Most local campgrounds sit at elevations between 700-900 feet, creating moderate temperature variations between day and night during the camping season. Sites around Lake Luzerne typically feature sandy soil conditions that drain quickly after rain but can create dusty conditions during dry periods.

What to do

Tubing adventures: The Schroon River near Lake George Riverview Campground provides a popular spot for water recreation just north of Lake Luzerne. "We loved it and cannot wait to return. The beautiful river, Clean& well maintained, Nice Game Pavillion, Nice camp store," notes a visitor, highlighting the river-based activities available.

Bike path excursions: Access the paved bike trail that runs from Lake George to Glens Falls via Whippoorwill Campsites. A camper mentions, "The private access to the bike path in the back is a nice addition," while another states, "There is a huge bike path that leads to the village and the outlets." The path allows cyclists to avoid traffic congestion in Lake George village.

Mountain hiking: Trails of various difficulty levels surround the Lake Luzerne area, with options for both casual walkers and experienced hikers. "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," explains a Luzerne Campground visitor, highlighting the variety of outdoor activities beyond just water recreation.

What campers like

Private beaches: The small lakes at Luzerne Campground create peaceful swimming areas away from motorboat traffic. "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," shares one regular visitor who appreciates the quieter water experience.

Spacious sites: Many campers praise the generous site sizes at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts, which provide more privacy than typical campgrounds in the region. "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," notes a reviewer who valued the extra space.

Swimming options: Between lakes, rivers, and pools, most campgrounds near Lake Luzerne provide water recreation. At Moreau Lake State Park, a visitor commented, "Nice sandy beach with lifeguard hours," while another added, "The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: During peak season from late June through August, advance bookings are essential, often requiring reservations 2-4 weeks ahead. "We had to wait till 2 weeks prior to book since we are under the 4 night minimum in season," explains one Moose Hillock camper, highlighting the reservation constraints that can apply.

Variable site quality: Conditions vary significantly between campgrounds and specific sites within each property. "Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed," notes a visitor to Moreau Lake State Park Campground, contrasting with other locations where sites may be more crowded.

Seasonal pricing fluctuations: Rates can jump substantially during holiday periods and peak season. "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," reported a camper at Moose Hillock, demonstrating the significant price variations.

Tips for camping with families

Playground proximity: When booking sites at campgrounds with play areas, request locations near these facilities. "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 a visitor at King Phillip's Campground.

Check swimming policies: Some lakes have lifeguards while others are swim-at-your-own-risk. Moreau Lake State Park offers "a nice swim at your own risk beach (no guards)," according to one visitor, which could be important information for families with young children.

Consider entertainment options: Some campgrounds offer organized activities for children. "There are SO MANY activities in this area. Archery was awesome!" reports a camper at Lake George Escape Campground, pointing out structured activities beyond just water recreation.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the Lake Luzerne area have uneven terrain requiring preparation. "The site pad was packed gravel and slightly unlevel. We have a 27 foot camper and was slightly difficult to maneuver into the site," notes a visitor to King Phillip's Campground, highlighting the importance of bringing leveling equipment.

Full hookup availability: For RVers requiring complete services, options are more limited than basic sites. At Lake George RV Park, a camper appreciated that "every site had full hookups. Nice for not having to empty grey tanks into wagon!"

Road access considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging internal roads for larger rigs. "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," explains a visitor to Lake George Escape Campground, underscoring navigation challenges for larger vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Lake Luzerne, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Lake Luzerne, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 170 campgrounds and RV parks near Lake Luzerne, NY and 26 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Lake Luzerne, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lake Luzerne, NY is Lake George RV Park with a 4.9-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Lake Luzerne, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 26 free dispersed camping spots near Lake Luzerne, NY.