Mineville sits within New York's Adirondack Mountains at elevations averaging 1,200 feet. Winter temperatures typically drop to single digits, while summer highs reach the 70s with cooler evenings. Local campgrounds operate primarily May through October, with select accommodations available for winter adventure seekers near popular ski areas.
What to Do
Hiking from camp: The Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake serves as a gateway to multiple trailheads. "There are a lot of good things... fabulous location, great amenities like the beach, boat launch, volley ball court, and picnic areas," notes Kim T. about nearby Rogers Rock Campground.
Gem mining experiences: Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks offers family-friendly mining activities. "The kids loved the gem mining and train rides!!" says Gayle S. This campground also features train rides for children, providing structured entertainment beyond hiking.
River floating: Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground provides access for water recreation. "We spent hours floating down the river biking took day trips to Lake Placid and Burlington Vermont," shares Johanne Y. Tube rentals are available on-site, with float trips lasting approximately 1-2 hours depending on water levels.
Swimming options: Button Bay State Park offers both lake swimming and a pool. "There is a nice pool for swimming, paved roads are good for bikes & scooters, pavilion for activities, lake for swimming & fishing and hiking trails," explains Lacy C. The swimming pool includes lifeguards during peak season.
What Campers Like
Private sites: Rogers Rock Campground provides waterfront privacy. "I was lucky to book a site (#68) on the water. Beautiful views and morning sun. There is a nice trail to walk that follows along the shoreline," shares Lauren S. Waterfront sites book quickly, typically filling 3-4 months in advance during summer.
Clean facilities: Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake maintains well-kept bathrooms. "The bathrooms are really nice and warm, especially during the cold off season," reports Kayla M. "There are two wash houses with showering and bathroom amenities that are cleaned weekly," adds Alex & Lauren K.
Seasonal variations: Mount Philo State Park offers distinct experiences throughout its operating season. "We have been camping at Button Bay for years, and while it can be hot and buggy in the summer months, there is no place we'd rather be in September!" explains Tara S. in a review about Button Bay State Park. Fall colors typically peak in late September to early October.
What You Should Know
Varying privacy levels: Many Adirondack glamping sites have different sections with varying degrees of seclusion. "There are two distinct sections of this campground—the 'Resort' section and the '100-Acre Woods' section... This section has tall shad trees and much more space between sites than the resort area," explains Nancy W. about Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Road noise considerations: Some campgrounds near main roads experience traffic sounds. "There was some road noise during the day but it was nice and quiet at night," notes Jennifer O. at Draper's Acres, which sits close to a main route to Lake Placid.
Reservation timing: "Book early for the best sites," advises IAN P. regarding Button Bay State Park. Most glamping sites near Mineville require reservations 2-6 months in advance for peak summer weekends.
Winter access limitations: While some campsites advertise year-round access, services may be limited. "We were here midweek, so it wasn't packed, but I image when it's full that it may be noisy," notes Jean C. about Rogers Rock's busier periods.
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "The campground on the mountain side has a playground, huge store, gem mining, arcade (which needs some love), hiking trails and a common area with some games," explains Nicole S. about Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Kid-friendly water features: "This state park is so fun to camp at! It has a great playground for kids and a nice swimming pool! You can hike on the trail and Lake Champlain is right there!" shares Debbie S. about Button Bay State Park. The swimming pool typically operates from late May through early September.
Amenities for rainy days: "They have a heated pool, a couple different playgrounds and an arcade for those rainy days," notes Jake H. about Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground. Indoor options become important as the Adirondack region averages 8-10 rainy days per month during summer.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: "We stayed in a full hook up 50a pull through for 3 nights as we toured the northeast. Check in was a little tricky, as we missed the 'REGISTRATION' sign at the Lodge and had to drive around again," shares Kristine B. about Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Power considerations: Check amperage compatibility when booking. "There are a lot of good things and some bad things that could be corrected... The restrooms were unsanitary, and the showers were not cleaned at the posted time. Some roads are unpaved, unmarked with directional signs, very narrow, and tough to navigate," notes Kim T. about navigating Rogers Rock Campground.
Hook-up availability: "The campground in general is my ideal campground full of trees and nature. The bathrooms were always clean and shower areas had great water pressure," says Nicole S. about Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday, highlighting the balance between natural setting and practical amenities.
