Glamping near Middle Grove, New York typically peaks during summer months when temperatures average 70-80°F, with most luxury camping options closing by mid-October. The southern Adirondack foothills create a varied landscape with elevations ranging from 600-1400 feet, allowing for diverse camping experiences within a 40-mile radius. Winter visitors can find limited year-round options with some campgrounds maintaining heated glamping structures through early November.
What to do
Cross-country skiing trails: Winter visitors to Moreau Lake State Park Campground can access skiing trails when snow conditions allow. "Hiking trails become nice XC skiing trails. Nice sandy beach with lifeguard hours. Facilities are relatively modern but still basic, nice and clean," notes Amber A.
Mountain biking access: Trails near DevilDoc Campsites connect to the larger Adirondack network. "The PeckHill state forest is close by for mountain biking. You can park at the trailhead on CR 101, or at Stump City brewing, to ride the trails," reports Tony F., who visited with his son.
Lakeside fishing: Several sites at Alpine Lake RV Resort allow fishing directly from your campsite. "We had a nice spot on the lake and were able to fish from our spot," shares Stacie, who visited despite having a broken foot and needing mobility assistance.
Artesian pond swimming: The small ponds at DevilDoc Campsites offer secluded swimming opportunities. "We were lucky enough to be the only campers on site that weekend, and had the entire spread by the pond to ourselves," explains Allegra K., who recommends bringing bug spray for pond areas.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts features unusually large campsites with natural barriers. "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," explains Nancy W.
Trolley transportation: King Phillip's Campground offers public transportation access to Lake George. "The trolley to Lake George picks up right outside. We road the bike path each day to and from Lake George. It was downhill on the way there and a little bit of an uphill battle on the way back but totally worth it," reports Stephanie H.
Free firewood collection: Some glamping properties near Middle Grove allow guests to gather their own wood. At DevilDoc Campsites, "Property has an abundance of free firewood you can collect," according to Rosie Lon S., who appreciated this cost-saving feature.
Year-round options: Some campgrounds offer extended season glamping. "We stayed from April until October then decided to stay over winter. They have a small winter section. You'll have the entire mountain side all to yourself! Snowshoe, cross country ski. Winter campfires," shares James S. about Frosty Acres Campground.
What you should know
Road noise impacts: Some sites experience highway noise despite wooded settings. At Lake George Campsites, "The Northway was directly to the west, maybe 1000 ft through the woods, extremely loud traffic noise," reports Cat R., who stayed despite the noise.
Seasonal rate changes: Pricing can increase dramatically during peak periods. At Moose Hillock, "It was $66/night during the first part of our stay but them jumped up to in-season rates that were $99/night plus $20/night because it was a holiday weekend," according to Nancy W.
Shower temperature inconsistency: Even at well-maintained facilities, water temperature can fluctuate. At Moreau Lake State Park, "Both [restrooms and shower] were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower," notes Nancy W.
Limited accessibility: Many glamping sites lack ADA accommodations. At Alpine Lake RV Resort, one camper reported, "not only were they yuk there were absolutely no handicap stalls in the closest bathroom and I'm (newly) in a walking boot and needed a hand rail."
Tips for camping with families
Look for zero-entry pools: Lake George RV Park features kid-friendly water facilities. "Our favorite part was the dog park. I've never seen anything like it and wish we had access to something like this everywhere. We were on site 58 which backed up to the splash park," shares Debbie W.
Consider bike-friendly locations: Paved trails make family cycling easier. "Bring your bikes!! We had the perfect site with the right amount of privacy. The store had everything you could need and the trolley to Lake George picks up right outside," advises Stephanie H. about King Phillip's Campground.
Check entertainment options: Lake George Escape Campground offers numerous activities for younger campers. "There are SO MANY activities in this area. Archery was awesome!" reports Kimberly S., highlighting one of the structured programs available.
Evaluate site privacy: Parents often value separation between sites. At Moreau Lake State Park, "I love the spacious campsites. It's very woodsy between sites, so it seems very private. Bathrooms and Showers are clean," notes Michi P.
Tips from RVers
Arrive prepared for uneven sites: Many glamping locations require leveling equipment. One camper at King Phillip's Campground noted, "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."
Consider utilities placement: At Alpine Lake RV Resort, hookup locations can be challenging. "Had some issues with the lack of lighting on the roads while walking our dogs and this only made it worse when the seasonals fly around in golf carts paying no mind to the large trucks trying to get by," reports April L.
Satellite reception varies by site: Tree coverage affects connectivity at most locations. At Moose Hillock, "I was able to use my roof-mounted satellite dish and get reception but that would not be true for all sites," cautions Nancy W., who recommends checking site-specific details.
