Cabin accommodations near Mooers Forks, New York range from rustic waterfront options to family-friendly rentals with varying amenities. The region sits along Lake Champlain at elevations between 100-500 feet, experiencing distinct seasonal changes with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter dropping below freezing. Winter cabin availability is limited to specific locations like Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday, which maintains year-round operations.
What to do
Water activities at Burton Island: Access requires either a boat or the Island Runner Ferry ($8 per person) from St. Albans. "The island is full of free range kids, and they're having a blast. There's a camping bistro where you can buy pancakes, coffee, local beer, and fine wines," notes visitor Tara S. at Burton Island State Park Campground.
Winter cabin options: Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday remains open year-round with heated cabins. "Sites are well maintained and everyone is super friendly. There is a secret we discovered the last day. Walk to the back of the campground to the Ausable river, go down the path about 500 ft. There is an awesome swimming hole," reports Laura T.
Lake Champlain biking: North Beach Campground connects directly to Burlington's extensive bike path system. "You can bike directly from here all the way to Burlington without ever getting back in your car! Take the bike ferry across a small section of Lake Champlain and keep on riding," shares Sarah C.
What campers like
Cabin waterfront access: Champlain Resort Adult Campground provides waterfront cabins with stunning views. "Our camp spot had an amazing view of the lake which we didn't ask for specifically which made it even better. While the campground itself doesn't have a lot to do, we managed to find little things here and there to keep us busy," reports Mallory P. from Champlain Resort Adult Campground.
Camp stores and provisions: Apple Island Resort offers extensive provisions. "The store is very well stocked with nice gifts, lots of craft beers, abundant food items, and a café. There is a short trail on the property which leads to a large open grassy area with a great view of the lake," explains Nancy W. from Apple Island Resort.
Private island experiences: Burton Island State Park provides secluded waterfront lean-tos. "We were lucky to get a waterfront lean-to and the view was spectacular. The campground is very clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. We went fishing, swimming, and out in a canoe," states Michael L.
What you should know
Booking timing: Waterfront cabins at popular locations fill quickly. "Waterfront sites book very quickly (like 11 months in advance), but if you don't mind being farther from the main campground and running water, you can almost always rent one of the four primitive sites," advises Tara S.
Age restrictions: Champlain Resort Adult Campground is limited to guests 18 and older. "It is child free which means it is super quiet and so relaxed. We spent about 11 days in absolute paradise at this campground. The owners take great pride in the property that they have curated, and it is evident in every inch of the campsite," reports Anthony I.
Beach conditions: Rocky shorelines require footwear in many locations. "Nice and quiet all the time, good 25 cent showers and bathrooms. Lake is good to swim in just a little slippery," notes Sebastian D. about Champlain Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Accessible facilities: Grand Isle State Park offers ADA-accessible cabin platforms. "We actually stayed in an ADA site (it was the only one left). It was REALLY nice. Gravel drive all the way in to a nicely built 3 walled platform with a roof," shares Sarah C. from Grand Isle State Park Campground.
Kid-focused programming: Pine Ridge Park Campsite organizes regular children's activities. "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," reports Kyle I. from Pine Ridge Park Campsite.
Beach access considerations: Assess beach features when choosing a family cabin. "Very rocky beach with little to no sand to play in, a bit of a walk to the water. Overall we considered coming back because it was a great stay. Very peaceful and laid back but without a beach for the kids to play when it got hot," explains Melissa L.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: At AuSable Chasm Campground, request specific site types. "Upon arrival, we were told we had to take a site with water and electric since we had a camper van. These sites were $13 more per night and we really did not need the hookups. We were finally able to convince the staff that we could take a standard tent site," shares Lee D. from AuSable Chasm Campground.
Hook-up specifics: Apple Island Resort offers full service sites with tiered pricing. "The sites with the best views are the Platinum Plus which are also the most expensive. Some Platinum Plus sites are in the first row with unobstructed views; whereas, our site was three rows back. The hook-ups at our site were well-placed but the sewer pipe was high off the ground which did not let it drain," notes Nancy W.
Road conditions: Many campgrounds have gravel or dirt roads that can become challenging in wet conditions. "The road through the campground is dirt and rutted but the speed limit is 5 mph, so it wasn't that bad, but it would be a mess if it was raining," observes Lee D.
