Camping areas near Lake Pleasant, New York include several developed RV resorts and campgrounds within the southern Adirondack region. The area sits at approximately 1,800 feet elevation and experiences typical Adirondack weather patterns with warm summers reaching the 70s and cooler evenings in the 50s. Most local campgrounds remain operational from May through mid-October, with limited services during shoulder seasons.
What to do
Archery practice: Lake George Escape Campground offers archery activities that received positive reviews from visitors. "Archery was awesome!" noted Kimberly S., highlighting one of the many recreational options at this family-friendly destination.
Water activities: Lake George Escape Campground provides multiple swimming options and water-based recreation. "There are SO MANY activities in this area," reports Kimberly S., while another camper mentioned they enjoyed "sliding down the water slide, taking a dip in the pools, playing at the arcade or doing some shopping in the area."
Gem mining: Family-oriented activities at Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks include unique options for children. "The kids loved the gem mining and train rides!! We enjoyed the water view and the staff was so nice to us!" writes Gayle S., describing activities not commonly found at other area campgrounds.
Paddling opportunities: Local lakes provide excellent kayaking and canoeing conditions from June through September. "Close to Lakes to Paddle, Store and Gas not far," reports Debbie W. about Thornbush Acres RV Park, noting its convenient location for day trips to nearby waterways.
What campers like
Dog-friendly amenities: Pet owners appreciate the dedicated facilities at Lake George RV Park. "Best part- the 2 acre dog park with shaded seating for humans, bathrooms and a dog wash station," writes April L., highlighting an amenity particularly valuable for RV travelers with pets.
Waterfront access: Sites with water views rank highest among camper preferences in the region. "Waterfront sites worth the dollars! bring your boats and SUP boards for lots of fun!" says Deb V. about Alpine Lake RV Resort, emphasizing the value of premium waterfront locations.
Clean facilities: Maintenance standards vary between campgrounds, with some receiving consistent praise. "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," reports Michael C. about Lake George RV Park.
Entertainment options: On-site programming enhances the camping experience at several locations. "Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong," notes Michael C., describing the entertainment schedule at Lake George RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most RV parks in the Lake Pleasant region operate within limited seasonal windows. "We were on site 219 to give you perspective when viewing photos," mentions April L. about Alpine Lake RV Resort, where they encountered issues with "lack of lighting on the roads while walking our dogs" and noted that "the roads are narrow and many should be one way, but are not."
Shower facilities: Bathroom conditions vary significantly between campgrounds. "Bathrooms very clean. Pool was nice. Campground nice for younger families. 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," reports Lauren about Ledgeview Village RV Park.
Noise levels: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds more than others. "The downside is the noise from the Northway within earshot and from the noisy seasonal campers who insist on blasting their music to the whole campground. Loosely enforced quiet hours," warns Jeffrey B. about Lake George Schroon Valley Resort.
Site selection: Research specific sites before booking as quality varies even 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," cautions Nancy W.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Families report higher satisfaction when utilizing scheduled campground events. "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," shares Michelle D. about Lake George Escape Campground.
Swimming options: HTR Adirondacks (formerly Singing Waters) provides water recreation suitable for older children. "The boys were having so much fun swimming and riding their inner tubes down the creek with little rapids. They spent almost every waking moment in the water..rain or shine that's what they did," reports Karen P., whose teenage sons enjoyed the natural water features.
Age-appropriate facilities: Some campgrounds cater specifically to certain age groups. "This is a total family playground and if that is what you are looking for, this is your place! There are tons of activities, lots of families and 'stuff' going on all the time," notes Nancy W., though she adds that Lake George Escape might be too busy for some preferences.
Tips from RVers
Site navigation: Ledgeview Village RV Park receives positive feedback for site accessibility. "Big sites, grounds were very clean, level sites, quiet, staff was very pleasant," reports ERIC C., highlighting features important to RV travelers.
Utility reliability: Water pressure and electrical service fluctuate throughout the region. "We had an issue with water pressure on Saturday around 10am and called the office to make sure there was not a known water issue. Front desk knew nothing and said they would send maintenance but we never saw anyone," shares April L. about their experience at Alpine Lake RV Resort.
Site conditions: Surface materials impact leveling and stability. "The lots are also not gravel and not level. Ours was dirt and mostly mud and even with our leveling jacks down, we could not level due to the mud and lack of a gravel base," warns Mark B. about one campground, emphasizing the importance of researching site surfaces before arrival.
