Cabin camping near Morrisonville, New York provides access to the Adirondack Mountain region with elevations ranging from 500 to over 5,000 feet. Located between Lake Champlain and the High Peaks Wilderness, this area experiences temperature fluctuations that can drop 30 degrees from day to night even in summer months. Several properties operate seasonal cabins from May through October, while a smaller number maintain year-round operations.
What to do
Hiking trails access: At AuSable Chasm Campground, multiple trail systems connect directly to campsites. "Terrific location to hike the different trails of ausable chasm. Good sized site with electric and water. Shady but also had sun to dry our shoes from the raft tour," reported a visitor who rated the experience highly.
Water sports variety: Lake activities dominate summer options with kayaking and paddleboarding available at most waterfront properties. "Lots of walking paths. Store with sandwich shop," noted a camper at Apple Island Resort, adding that boat docks provide easy water access for various craft sizes.
Mountain biking networks: The Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday offers direct trail access from campsites. "Behind the 100-Acre section are trails that lead to Whiteface Mountain so you don't have to get in the car to start a hike," explained a visitor who appreciated the convenience of trail-to-tent access.
What campers like
Waterfront access: Many lakeside cabins offer direct water views. At Burton Island State Park Campground, one camper noted, "We had a lean-to site that was just far enough from the bathroom that it felt far. I found the site to be well maintained and for the rangers to be kind and help. Great place to visit on the island."
No-car environments: Several island properties maintain car-free policies that create unique atmospheres. "No cars on the island. You have to paddle yourself out or take the VT State Park passenger ferry from St. Albans," explained a visitor to Burton Island State Park Campground who appreciated the child-friendly environment this created.
Winter access options: Some properties operate year-round, particularly near ski areas. "Great Cabins! Lots to do!" stated a Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA visitor who valued the convenient access to nearby winter recreation areas.
What you should know
Ferry access requirements: Island properties require boat transportation. At North Beach Campground, a visitor noted that accessibility extends beyond private boats: "Biking into Burlington takes 5-10 minutes and you're also right on the beach of Lake Champlain. Take your kayaks paddle boards or whatever you have and enjoy the lake!"
Variable bathroom facilities: Quality varies significantly between properties. "Bathrooms and shower rooms are individual rooms," observed one camper, while another reported that "Coin operated" showers are common at state parks, typically costing $0.50 for 5 minutes.
Limited grocery options: Most cabin areas have minimal shopping facilities. "Study the sites carefully because our 'premium view site' looked into a boulder. If you squinted and closed one eye you could a piece of the lake out of one sliver of our windshield," cautioned a visitor regarding site selection at Apple Island Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Age restrictions: Some properties maintain adults-only policies. Champlain Resort Adult Campground specifically notes its child-free environment, with a visitor explaining: "It is child free which means it is super quiet and so relaxed. We spent about 11 days in absolute paradise at this campground."
Swimming conditions: Rocky shorelines dominate waterfront access. "Nice and quiet all the time, good 25 cent showers and bathrooms. Lake is good to swim in just a little slippery," noted a Champlain Resort visitor, highlighting the need for water shoes on most beaches.
Educational options: Several properties offer nature programs. At Grand Isle State Park Campground, a visitor highlighted the "nature center with youth programs" that complemented their stay, noting it was a "quiet, family friendly campground with a cute little beach."
Tips from RVers
Hookup configurations: RV sites often have unusual arrangements. An Apple Island visitor noted, "One thing is that their hook ups are on the passenger side. You have to pull straight in with the truck and camper. This is because a lot of class A prefer this way, not sure."
Road conditions: Access roads present challenges for larger vehicles. "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," reported a camper about driving conditions at AuSable Chasm Campground.
Generator restrictions: Most properties prohibit generator use. Iroquois Campground & RV Park maintains strict quiet hours and provides alternative power options, with visitors noting that connectivity varies: "Wifi at campsite was inconsistent and unreliable. Had to work from rec center and pool which was ok but not what we were told."
