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Robert Moses State Park Campground's pet-friendly camping areas welcome campers with dogs across tent sites, RV spots, and cabins. Riverside Campground, approximately 20 miles south of Massena, also accommodates pets with full hookup sites and cabin options. The parks maintain clean facilities and well-kept grounds suitable for dog walking. Dogs must be leashed at all times in common areas, and owners are expected to clean up after their pets. Camping areas are spacious enough for pets to enjoy the outdoors without disturbing neighboring campsites. The cabins at Robert Moses State Park are particularly cozy and situated near the water, making them convenient for pet owners who prefer not to tent camp.
Hiking trails surrounding the Massena area campgrounds provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, particularly along the St. Lawrence Seaway where ships can be viewed passing through. Pine Ridge Park Campsite, about 30 miles southeast of Massena, offers a family-oriented environment where children and pets can safely enjoy outdoor activities. Coles Creek State Park features waterfront sites with swimming areas, though pets are not allowed on beach areas. Summer temperatures in the region are generally moderate and comfortable for pets, but owners should be aware of occasional temperature fluctuations. Some campgrounds experience Canadian cell tower interference, so downloading pet-friendly trail maps before arrival is recommended. Wildlife is present in the area, requiring pets to be supervised during early morning and evening hours.
"Easy and very pretty trails on site, walk along the shore too. Decent wildlife and great birding. Feels very isolated though easy to get to."
"Near the Eisenhower Locks which is nice to watch the ships come in."
from $20 - $116 / night
Check Availability"Area, location, etc. Summers are beautiful winter are terrible."
"We love Coles Creek because we have two little ones and they are all about riding their tricycles around the grounds. People drive super slow and watch for kids, so that’s great."
"We visited lot 85 and it was the PERFECT location worth trees and water view. The sunset is amazing. The staff is wonderful and I’m so glad we came."
from $20 - $33 / night
Check Availability"The cabins looked very nice also although we only saw them from the outside. Be sure to visit the nearby Eisenhower Locks and see the ships go through. Really fascinating!"
from $31 - $37 / night
Check Availability"This campground has the best staff you can find in northern New York. The whole time they are open they have activities planned for the kids all summer long."
"Pet friendly as well!!"
"Out of all of the places that I have been in New York this is by far one of my favorite places to go"
"We usually head for the Adirondack lakes further down the road but it's still in the foot hills, close to our home and very pretty especially at sunset."
from $17 - $30 / night
Check Availability"As it isn't too far of a drive for us, it quickly became our go-to campgrounds for quite a while due to the mostly flat campground and who doesn't love hearing the slow trickle of water splashing close"
"Saw many dogs. Mine loved our own little beach at the back of our campsite. Perfect for paddleboards, canoes, kayaks (these can also be rented at the boat launch)Bathrooms are so clean!"
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We found a site on the edge for good privacy.
Sites are well maintained. Bath facilities need maintenance. ""I love how it has great fishing and nice camp sites even let's you bring a boat nice clean showers and bathroom can easily find firewood near by as well.."
from $17 / night
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LegendJake from the Dyrt here! Birch's Lakeside Campground has all the amenities needed to enjoy a stay in upstate New York, a general store, laundry & propane on site keep everything you need right there! Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!
ScoutThis campground has the best staff you can find in northern New York. The whole time they are open they have activities planned for the kids all summer long. The staff is always smiling and welcoming you into the campground. Quiet and comfortable place to stay. If your kids like to read. There is place they can find a book and read a book.
RangerLovely State Park in the 1,000 Islands where water activities are the main attraction. Make sure to check out the island too! The park spans the island and a little snaking river-like bay. Really pretty to explore on boat. Easy and very pretty trails on site, walk along the shore too. Decent wildlife and great birding. Feels very isolated though easy to get to. Bring your passport, you can see Canada from some of the picnic grounds. Incredible sunsets!!!
Quality State Park facilities, clean. Camping ranges from tents in shady woods to cabins. Some sites are pretty private, even the ones that aren't are quiet.
Note: Robert Moses apparently did a lot in New York State. This park is near Canada! There is also a Robert Moses beach on Long Island near NYC (Fire Island National Seashore) and Robert Moses parkway near Niagara Falls. These are all 8+ hours from each other! Be careful with your mapping apps and in getting advice for travel.
RangerWhether it's playing in the water or in the playground this place is awesome to bring your children. The showers and restrooms were kept very clean and The Pavilions were wonderful places to have a family picnic. The campsites are also well maintained and it was very simple to just back up a little mobile home into the camping spot the picturesque Landscapes made the sunsets absolutely beautiful. Out of all of the places that I have been in New York this is by far one of my favorite places to go
ScoutI Love it here! Everyone is so friendly, that they become your extended family. Many activities to take part in, especially for the children. Pet friendly as well!!
GuideStayed here with a group of friends at site #4. Was a great spot and lots of room for our 4 tents/3vehicles. It was over the July 4th week, so very busy and found people would just walk through your campsite. Which of course would make our dogs bark at them. Also a lot of people just walking the road, so privacy can really be hit or miss. A lot of people have their dogs off leash as well. One of the rangers stopped by and sure did have a big chip on his shoulder. Overall would stay again, but would maybe instead stay at site 5 or over at a short hike in spot along Jones Pond rd. Overall a great place, just wish people would have more respect when around others campsites.
ScoutJones Pond has five primitive campsites along its northeastern shore accessible by a two track service road. The sites are on a first come basis and are free to use. You can stay a maximum of three nights without a permit. There is a hand launch for small boats/kayaks to access the pond near the entrance. Site #1 is near the entrance and near the road. It is the only site that would be accessible for larger rigs such as an RV. Site #2 is along the water and is accessible by car/suv/truck. Site three sits away from the water and on a hill. It is not accessible by vehicle and you would need to park at the bottom of the hill near site #4 to access it. Site #4 is very large and could be occupied by a large group and multiple vehicles. It is accessible by car/suv/truck. Site #4 is near the water and has a fire ring and access to the water. Site #5 sits the furthest back and is also close to the water and accessible by car/suv/truck. The campsites are perfect for a short stay with a tent or suv camper. The two track access road is rough and all dirt. There are two pit toilets, both primitive, one of which did not have a door when we visited. The views from site #4 of the pond were beautiful. We were the only campers during our stay on a weekday. There are an additional three primitive sites on the northwestern shore but are only accessible by foot.
GuideI came from the Albany area. It took me about two hours 45 minutes and well worth the drive, I first stopped at site four and fully set up my Truck tent and the rest of camp, awesome location. You can walk down to the water, which is only a small ledge and enough space to put a chair, me and my German Shepherd were walking around the trails and we found site five which was absolutely beautiful and right on the water, I mean right on the water. I went back to site for packed up a bunch of stuff into the truck and left the truck tent in there since it takes about 30 minutes to take up and down, I had walked the road a couple of times to see if I could get my truck down there, definitely need four-wheel-drive, but it is possible to get your truck down there and I did, set up camp there spent the rest of the day the night and all of the next day. Absolutely beautiful the dog loved the water being right there, I definitely love this place. This is my first campsite that I found using the app highly recommend.
GuideWe usually head for the Adirondack lakes further down the road but it's still in the foot hills, close to our home and very pretty especially at sunset. It's convenient for the locals nearby to group camp there so it can be a little busy and loud during the day if you don't get a more private site which there are plenty of. Those sites are large and wooded, most all paved (not always very level!) and if you don't get a water site you may still be able to drag your small boat and walk to the water bit there is a nice boat launch. It's convenient that the park supplys trash containers by the roadside of your site for recyclables and trash and also pick it up often. Since this river has many dams and is used for hydro power the water level can go up and down 2-3 feet from one day to the next. It didnt affect our kayaking fun, swimming or fishing and was intriguing. I came across the largest and most beautiful sounding loon early in the morning...perfect before we had to pack it up and leave. Will post a video of the loon calling another along with pictures. Turn up the volume.
Massena, New York sits along the St. Lawrence River at around 200 feet elevation, creating a unique camping environment with views of passing international ships. The region experiences northern New York's distinct four seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-80°F during peak camping months. Cellular service can switch between American and Canadian towers in this border region, affecting navigation and communications.
Ship watching at Eisenhower Locks: Near Robert Moses State Park Campground, visitors can observe international vessels navigate the St. Lawrence Seaway. "Near the Eisenhower Locks which is nice to watch the ships come in," notes camper Cindy T.
Kayaking on interconnected waterways: The region offers extensive paddling opportunities spanning multiple lakes. "Great kayak and canoe access to a whole network of lakes in the St. Regis/Saranac area," explains Jeffrey B. about Rollins Pond Campground.
Fishing for local species: The Oswegatchie River provides productive fishing spots. At Eel Weir State Park Campground, campers report "great fishing and nice camp sites even let's you bring a boat," according to David H.
Cross-country skiing: Winter visitors can explore groomed trails at state parks. "I also cross country ski in the winter and the trails are fabulous!" shares Jennifer I. about Higley Flow State Park.
Waterfront access: Many campgrounds offer direct water access from sites. At Coles Creek State Park Campground, "There are some waterfront sites that are beautiful but we have been unable to get them because they are highly sought after," advises Erin M.
Wildlife viewing: The region hosts diverse animal populations. "Family of owls that inhabit the trees that you see every night," notes Aaron P. about Eel Weir State Park, while another camper at Rollins Pond reports, "We always have wildlife at our site. This past trip we had chipmunks, squirrels, ducks, and a crane."
International atmosphere: The proximity to Canada creates a unique camping experience. At Higley Flow, Justin S. notes, "Bring your passport, you can see Canada from some of the picnic grounds."
Quiet camping environment: Many campgrounds maintain peaceful atmospheres. "Relaxing, quiet, decent fishing, clean bathrooms and friendly staff," summarizes Tiffany H. about Eel Weir State Park.
Seasonal facilities: Some campground services operate on limited schedules. "The campground's boathouse doesn't open until June/July, which was not mentioned on the website, so we weren't able to rent kayaks," reports Francesca L. about Rollins Pond.
Weather variability: Spring camping requires extra preparation. "I would caution going prior to June unless you are prepared for varying weather. I have been up there pitching the tent in a t-shirt one day only to need to throw on a jacket the next day due to rain and even snow," warns Alex G.
Cellular connectivity challenges: The border location affects mobile service. "My AT&T service was not good and kept bouncing off Canadian towers so be careful!" cautions Marie H. about Barnhart Island Camping Area.
Site selection importance: Campground topography varies significantly. "We stated in site 206 which was very large and had a private little beach area. There are two totally different areas to camp so I would look closely at the campground maps. Many of the sites deeper in the woods looked damp and buggy," advises Marie H.
Dedicated children's programming: Pine Ridge Park Campsite offers extensive activities for younger campers. "The whole time they are open they have activities planned for the kids all summer long," reports Kyle I., while another camper notes they "celebrate all the holidays."
Bicycle-friendly campgrounds: Flat terrain makes cycling safe for children. "We love Coles Creek because we have two little ones and they are all about riding their tricycles around the grounds. People drive super slow and watch for kids," explains Erin M.
Supervised swimming areas: Several campgrounds maintain designated swimming spots. "There is swimming in a few places. The water is chilly but refreshing," mentions Erin M. about Coles Creek.
Dog-friendly campgrounds near Massena: Pet policies accommodate family dogs at most locations. Riverside Campground is particularly accommodating with "full hookups and a few cabins," according to Micah B., making it suitable for families camping with pets.
Site leveling challenges: Many RV pads require adjustment. Sandy T. notes that at Higley Flow State Park, sites are "most all paved (not always very level!)"
Campground navigation: Access routes differ between campgrounds. About Rollins Pond, Jeffrey B. advises, "You have to go all the way through the fairly busy Fish Creek campground to get into Rollins Pond on a dead end road, so don't forget the groceries."
Full-service options for longer stays: Pet-friendly RV sites with complete hookups are available at several locations. At Riverside Campground, Scott M. notes the facilities are "Super Nice" with "Very pleased with this campground over all. Area, location, etc."
Multiple dump station lanes: During busy checkout periods, having multiple sanitary stations helps prevent delays. Erin M. points out that Coles Creek has "an adequate dumping station, with three lanes."
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