Cumberland Bay State Park Campground welcomes pets throughout its well-maintained grounds and lakeside camping areas. Located near Plattsburgh, this park offers both tent and RV sites with electric hookups, water access, and fire rings on grassy, shaded sites. Pets must remain leashed while in the campground, though they can enjoy the lake access and surrounding trails with their owners. Nearby, Champlain Resort Adult Campground provides another pet-friendly option with spacious sites featuring water and electric hookups for tent, RV, and cabin campers. Both locations maintain clean facilities, with Cumberland Bay offering new bathhouses with flush toilets and hot showers that campers with pets appreciate after outdoor activities. The grounds are kept litter-free with convenient trash disposal areas for pet waste. Campbells Bay Campground has been described as extremely clean with no litter on grounds or in water, making it ideal for pet owners concerned about their animals' safety.
Lake Champlain's extensive shoreline provides excellent opportunities for dogs to swim and play in designated areas. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash policies outside of water recreation areas, with generally quiet, respectful atmospheres that make them suitable for well-behaved pets. Knight Island State Park offers a unique pet-friendly option for boaters, accessible only by private watercraft, where dogs can explore the island's perimeter trails. Seasonal availability varies across locations, with Cumberland Bay operating from May through Columbus Day and Champlain Resort Adult Campground maintaining a more extended season. Veterinary services can be found in Plattsburgh, about 15-20 minutes from most campgrounds. Pet owners should prepare for mosquitoes and black flies in wooded areas, particularly in island settings like Knight Island where the perimeter route often provides better hiking conditions for dogs than interior trails.
"Kings Bay made a great stopping point during our trip through northern New York."
"We were able to spend some time around Lake Champlain, explore nearby areas and even make a trip toward the border without having to move the RV."
from $58 - $95 / night
"Right on Lake Champlain. The only downside is the beach is rocky, so bring water shoes! Dog friendly, and you have the choice between wooded areas and grassy. Close to great road biking and hiking."
"My first night there the staff was able to accomadate my request to stay one night on the lake front and the next day I had to move to another site farther back."
from $6 - $28 / night
Campground full this weekend
from $65 - $99 / night
"I'm from this part of Upstate New York State, and we came up for a weekend to go to a baby shower and decided to camp out at Cumberland Head!"
"The Cumberland Bay State Park in New York is a great place to go and relax. If you like the beach scene, swimming, or having a picnic, then you will enjoy this park."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $24 / night
"The Park: So pretty, right across from the lake, this road leading up to it is amazing as well, it is right on the lake side and goes down Lake Champlain."
"The Camp store is expensive (like your normal camp stores) but it is also very close to Plattsburgh which has the mall and anything you might need."
"Great location right near lake Champlain, and only about a 20 minute drive from Canada. The ferry to Burlington VT is also a very short distance away!"
"Very close to Burlington VT and Canada there are many different hiking and adventuring options. It did seem that many of the sites were seasonal. Clean, and well kept."
from $30 - $56 / night
"But pet friendly. Small but clean areas with electric at each site. Has some benches outside, a small pool, playground, and community of seasonal campers. I think there was only a few overnighters."
from $50 - $60 / night
"We came up for a quick Adirondack getaway and ended up spending most of our time outside. A little disc golf, some time by the pool, dinner at the site and plenty of walks with the dog."
"We wanted to visit Lake Placid but preferred bringing our RV instead of booking a hotel for the whole trip."
"I've been exploring Vermont State Parks since before I could walk, and Burton Island State Park is my all time favorite!"
"Burton Island is a 2.5 mile long island state park off of the shoreline of Lake Champlain."
"This campground is a gem in the Lakes Region of Northern Vermont. It sits right on Lake Champlain and has the most amazing sunsets."
"Our camp spot had an amazing view of the lake which we didn’t ask for specifically which made it even better."
ScoutFirst trip with our new RV and we were a little nervous about getting everything set up. Having full hookups made it way less complicated than we expected. Once we were settled, we just enjoyed the area and took a few day trips. Would definatly come back for another Adirondack trip.
ScoutIf youre traveling through northern NY, this is a really convenient place to base yourself. We were able to spend some time around Lake Champlain, explore nearby areas and even make a trip toward the border without having to move the RV. Coming back to a waterfront campground every evening was a pretty nice bonus.
ScoutWe came up for a quick Adirondack getaway and ended up spending most of our time outside. A little disc golf, some time by the pool, dinner at the site and plenty of walks with the dog. Pretty much everything we wanted out of the trip.
ScoutWhat started as a quick weekend ended up being one of our favorite stops this summer. We spent one day around the campground and another exploring the area. The beach and water were a huge plus for us.
ScoutOne of the best parts for us was not having to pack up the RV every time we wanted to go somewhere. We stayed put and explored the Adirondacks from here. Lake Champlain, Ausable Chasm and a bunch of other spots were all easy to get to.
ScoutWe decided to stay for the summer and so far it has been a really fun experience. There is always something going on and the lake gives everyone plenty to do. The kids have already made friends and we are getting to know the other campers too.
ScoutHaving the river and Adirondacks nearby made for a really nice change of scenery. We spent our days exploring and came back to the campground for dinner and a fire.
ScoutOur site had everything we needed and getting set up was easy. We also appreciated having wifi since we had a few things to take care of during the trip.
ScoutCampground was clean and quiet. We arrived late but information was taped to the window at the office. Will was very helpful also and checked to make sure we arrived.
Cumberland Bay State Park Campground is located on Lake Champlain near Plattsburgh, approximately 15 miles south of Mooers Forks, New York. The region features a mix of agricultural landscapes and forested areas with elevations ranging from 100-500 feet above sea level. Campgrounds in this area typically open from May through mid-October, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season.
Explore hiking trails: Knight Island State Park offers unique hiking opportunities for adventurous campers who bring their own boats. "There are great accessible all-gender bathrooms" at the more accessible Grand Isle State Park Campground, which one reviewer noted during a school field trip.
Water activities on Lake Champlain: The extensive shoreline provides excellent swimming and paddling options. At Burton Island State Park Campground, "there is a day area with a beach as well as many places around the island to swim. Just wear water shoes since it is mainly a rocky coast," advises one camper.
Local vineyard and brewery visits: The area features several craft beverage producers within short driving distance. A camper at Apple Island Resort mentioned, "Great area, pleasant staff, very clean. Brewery and vineyards close by" making it convenient to sample local beverages after a day of outdoor activities.
Ferry and island camping experiences: Burton Island provides a unique car-free environment. One visitor explained, "It's like going to a tropical island without leaving Vermont. You have to paddle yourself out or take the VT State Park passenger ferry from St. Albans."
Clean facilities and beaches: Campgrounds in the region maintain high standards. A visitor to Cumberland Bay State Park Campground noted, "This place looks like the place to be, great facilities (with real flush toilets near the beach), and great grassy sites which met of are in the shade!"
Lakefront camping options: Several campgrounds offer premium waterfront sites. At Champlain Resort Adult Campground, a camper shared, "Our camp spot had an amazing view of the lake which we didn't ask for specifically which made it even better."
Limited connectivity at some locations: Cell service and WiFi availability vary throughout the region. At Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday, campers noted there is "cable and we received 32 channels; albeit, they were not HG so the picture quality was not great."
Seasonal availability: Most campgrounds operate from May through October. Burton Island State Park has a shorter season, operating "from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend," while Apple Island Resort extends slightly longer from "May 1 to Oct 20."
Ferry schedules and boat access: Some of the most unique camping experiences require water transport. "Knight Island is only accessible by private boat, though there are a few unregulated boat taxis that will agree to take the boat-less out there," explains one visitor to this remote location.
Family-friendly programming: Several campgrounds offer organized activities for children. At Grand Isle State Park Campground, a visitor mentioned it was "a quiet, family friendly campground with a cute little beach and nature center with youth programs."
Swimming conditions: Rocky shorelines are common on Lake Champlain. One camper at Burton Island advised, "Just wear water shoes since it is mainly a rocky coast," which is important safety information for families with children.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds feature play areas. A visitor to Cumberland Bay State Park noted, "The playground is great. New bath house. Some sites with electric. Even with a windy, cold, rainy day it is still beautiful."
Site hookup variations: RV campers should check specific hookup details before booking. At Champlain Resort Adult Campground, a camper noted, "The park has just a few big rig-friendly sites. About half the campers were seasons but their sites were very tidy and not cluttered up like many they are at other places we've stayed."
Parking configurations: Apple Island Resort has unique site layouts that affect RV positioning. A visitor explained, "Most of the waterfront sites are nose-in and suited well for motorhomes. Sometimes they would park a towable next to them and if they backed in there would be a shared patio."
Dump station access: Most dog friendly campgrounds near Mooers Forks provide sanitary dump facilities, but access varies. Cumberland Bay State Park Campground offers a "pump station for RVs" that serves both the tent camping and RV areas of the campground.
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