Camping options near Minerva, New York range from riverfront properties to lake-access sites throughout the southeastern Adirondack region. Most campgrounds are situated between 700-1,500 feet elevation with night temperatures dropping 15-20 degrees below daytime highs even in summer months. Cell service reliability varies significantly north of Warrensburg, particularly in valleys where mountains block signals.
What to do
Tubing adventures: The Schroon River offers recreational tubing opportunities at Lake George Schroon Valley Resort. "From tubing down the Schroon River to visiting local eateries in Bolton Landing, there is simply nothing better than a stay here. While it's simple, you benefit from being able to spend a lot of time outdoors enjoying the natural beauty of the Adirondack's," notes a visitor to Lake George Schroon Valley Resort.
Archery practice: Some campgrounds offer archery facilities for guests. At Lake George Escape Campground, a camper commented, "There are SO MANY activities in this area. Archery was awesome!"
Gem mining: Family-oriented activities like gem mining are popular at certain locations. "The kids loved the gem mining and train rides!! We enjoyed the water view and the staff was so nice to us!" reports a visitor at Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks.
Water recreation: Beyond swimming, many properties offer multiple water activities. "Great Camper camp ground! This place is great for families, it has different activities, a waterslide, peddle carts, kayaks and boats for rent, dancing, and teen specific activities too!" shares a reviewer about Lake George Escape Campground.
What campers like
Riverside camping: Sites along waterways provide natural sound barriers and recreation. "The river is beautiful and serene. This campground did have a newer playground which my kids loved, as well. We didn't have a site that over looked the river but we're able to access it through the 'beach area,'" explains a visitor to Lake George Schroon Valley Resort.
Dog-friendly amenities: Pet owners appreciate designated areas for their animals. At Lake George RV Park, a camper noted, "The campground is 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."
Wooded sites: Tree coverage provides privacy and shade during hot summer days. "Wooded and spaced out, fantastic biking trails and lakes! Very clean facilities and well cared for," mentions a visitor at Lake George RV Park.
Spacious layouts: Site size varies significantly between properties. "Spacious sites close to great amenities! Super staff! Clean and updated facilities. Close to beautiful hiking, lake activities and rail bikes," describes a camper at Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks.
What you should know
Power limitations: Electrical service can be unstable during peak usage periods. A camper at HTR Adirondacks reported, "We kept blowing the breaker and noted our lights flickering. We can easily run on 30amp. This is typical of an overbuilt park with not enough power for the campers onsite."
Road noise: Highway proximity affects some camping experiences. "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," warns a visitor to Lake George Schroon Valley Resort.
Site conditions: Ground surfaces vary with weather. "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," notes a camper at HTR Adirondacks.
Campground layout: Navigation can be challenging at some properties. At Lake George Escape Campground, a visitor observed, "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."
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Properties with multiple water options keep children engaged. "This camp is the best camp I have ever been to! Beautiful scenery and comfortable environment! The shower room is very tidy and I like it very much!" mentions a camper at Ledgeview Village RV Park.
Recreational facilities: Look for campgrounds with varied activities. "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," shares a visitor to HTR Adirondacks.
Entertainment options: Some properties provide organized activities. "Facilities were always clean. Campground is pet friendly and have a small dog park. Pool was looking a bit outdated when we were last there but totally functional," notes a camper about Lake George Escape Campground.
Weather preparedness: Temperature variations require layering. "We unfortunately got hit with some pretty bad weather so we couldn't enjoy the grounds as much as we would have liked to but that was obviously not their fault," explains a visitor to Lake George Escape Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Choose sites based on specific needs and limitations. "Some sites 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," advises an RVer at Lake George Escape Campground.
Campground access: Narrow roads challenge larger vehicles. At Brookwood RV Resort, a visitor reported, "Sites were really wooded, quiet, level, and spread out. Staff were super-helpful. And Ft. Ticonderoga and Lake George are right around the corner."
Hookup reliability: Water quality varies between properties. "Water pressure good but water reaks of chlorine. DO NOT drink the water. Made the mistake of using it for morning coffee. So much chlorine its like pool water," warns an RVer at HTR Adirondacks.
Traffic patterns: Internal road systems affect site selection. "The campground is very spread out so people are always driving cars or golf carts to get to the activities, visit friends or go to the pool," notes a camper at Lake George Escape Campground.
