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Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday and Sharp Bridge Campground offer pet-friendly camping options throughout the Adirondack region near New Russia. These established campgrounds allow dogs in various accommodation types including tent sites, RV sites, and cabin rentals. Lincoln Pond Campground provides tent camping nestled among trees with pets allowed, while Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake maintains a year-round pet policy across all accommodation types. Most campgrounds require pets to be leashed when outside and owners to clean up after them. Campground bathrooms and showers are generally clean and well-maintained, though some visitors note maintenance can vary during peak season. The campgrounds typically provide fire pits, picnic tables, and trash collection at each site, creating comfortable spaces for campers traveling with pets.
Hiking trails near the pet-friendly campgrounds provide excellent opportunities for dog exercise, with Sharp Bridge Campground offering convenient access to numerous high peak trails. Giant Mountain trail, accessible from Sharp Bridge, features challenging terrain but rewards hikers and their leashed dogs with panoramic views. Many campsites feature water access, allowing dogs to cool off in Lincoln Pond's calm water or the streams running through the campgrounds. Cell service varies throughout the region with 1-4 bars reported at most campgrounds, though hikers should note that service diminishes on mountain trails. Visitors camping with pets should be prepared for variable weather conditions, especially in spring and fall when temperatures can fluctuate significantly. The campgrounds remain relatively quiet, even during summer months, creating a peaceful environment where barking dogs won't disturb the natural setting.
"They do not have a dog park and this caused our pup to get a bit hyper."
"They do have a very nice network of trails, both within the campground property and in the surrounding forest, all of which were leashed dog friendly. "
"Quiet campground, close to many hiking high peak trails. Love the caretakers dog Rookie."
"We rented two spaces next to one another and had plenty of room for cars and all our tents. There were fire pits and picnic tables for use as well."
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Check Availability"The first is where you'll find the lean-tos and the dog trail/beach. This area is super quiet, offers a bit of shade, and plenty of privacy."
"We selected it because it was nearby for our second outing with our new (used) R-Pod camper. Turns out it's a wonderful park."
"The waterfront sites are great, but you can be very close to your neighbors. The last site 15 is also right next to a very busy boat launch."
"This state campground offers a variety of wooded sites, some drive in and others remote boat-in (29R-31R)."
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Check Availability"On river border of NY & VT. Nice views from the campsites, some places to walk around including a bridge. Lots of room for big RV, good hookups. Pretty quiet. Clean and well cared for."
"Walking around you can see sunrises, sunsets, boats, forts, the bridge, history. The fort and its museum are the main attractions but there’s a lot more to do nearby as well."
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Check Availability"Some if the sites are rather close to each other, and the proximity to the road was noticeable but my white noise app dealt with that while I slept. Prices were more than fair for what was provided."
"We had a full hookup, pull through site surrounded by trees. There was some road noise during the day but it was nice and quiet at night. The bathhouses looked very "rustic" but we didn't use them."
from $30 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Only about a hour and a half from the border of Canada. This is a great home base for Lake Placid area and Whiteface Mountain. Great clean bathrooms with free hot showers."
"Great location, very close to Lake Placid and many different trails. The sites are closer together and not as much privacy in some sections, be sure to reserve to get a prime spot."
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Check Availability"Despite the lake being frozen over, the views just steps away from our lean to were gorgeous. The staff were really friendly and someone is available 24/7 in case you run into issues."
"I didn’t spend any time inside the Loj by the lake because I was camping with my dog and intentionally stayed off the Wi-Fi the whole trip, but family made use of the connection option."
from $25 - $55 / night
Check Availability"The sites used to be further apart with more privacy and woods surrounding each site, but they had to change so more people could enjoy the park."
"For the last three years, we have traveled with dozens of friends and families to Rogers Rock Campground, which is tucked into the north end of the gorgeous 32 mile-long oasis that is Lake George."
from $22 - $172 / night
Check Availability"The campsites are just a short walk away from the working marina. So you will hear some equipment noise from folks maintaining and launching boats. However, it didn’t bother us at all."
"An amazing secluded spot overlooking the lake, with extremely helpful hosts. Definitely intend to return at some point."
from $50 - $80 / night
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TravelerIt’s been a few years since we were there last but always enjoyed going here. 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. We’d go back in a second.
GuideCampground is placed 10 minutes from the bottom of Lake George with great hiking trails in the surrounding area. The campground it’s self it’s very clean in every aspect. On a river with water activities, beach, pool, a BAR, and so many more outdoor activities. Every night there are wagon tours of the campground, staff is seen frequently but very relaxed environment. Very family and pet friendly (They have their own dog park!) This was my 5th summer going up with friends and about our 8th trip overall and every time it’s a great experience!
ScoutSites-the section we were in the sites were huge and clean, the grass needed to be cut.
Staff was excellent! Helpful and Courteous
If you need a baby sitter this is a place for you,
No adult supervision . Kids riding motorized scooters, mini bikes, and driving golf carts.
Definitely going over the 5mph posted limit.
Dog park needed to have the grass cut.
Bugs are horrible bring bug spray and a screenhouse.
Don't pay xtra for water site on frog pond. That's exactly what you get a grass and frog swap.
Boat launch clearly marked no swimming and no going to the other side. Clearly people can not read.
If you have young children this is the place for you, many activities for children.
Wi-Fi - If you need internet they charge you for it. Most campgrounds offer free Wi-Fi (we did pay the $15 because we needed it for work).
Over priced if you don't have children to take advantage of the activities offered.
Suggestion allow pet swimming at the boat launch.
GuideI have a 24’ RV towing a 30 foot trailer for perspective. I easily fit in site 107 and lots of other sites would have worked. They have a place to drop trailers if you don’t fit.
Sites 90 to 108 are best. Spaced out under trees.
Sites 1 to 16 are close to each other.
Sites 113 to 119 are bad. Very close to each other. No redeeming qualities.
Sites have 30 amp electric and water but might need a longish cord or hose. Clean easy to use dump with water.
Tent sites looked nice.
Short walk to nice beach or you can drive a car. Short tunnel so no campers or bikes on the roof.
Right next to rails to trails path that goes onto a causeway over the lake. There is a bike ferry to keep going. Nice ride.
Nice dog park 3/4 miles to the South on the trail.
Far away from noise. Can’t comment on loud campers.
ScoutWe visited this campground twice this summer after the switchover to KOA. They had lots of activities to take back to the campsite for rainy days. They do not have a dog park and this caused our pup to get a bit hyper.
LegendThis is a very basic campground situated in a small village in the Adirondacks – situated between Saranac Lake and Lake Placid. Every site has a picnic table and an open fire grill and most of the sites on the outer ring have a lot of privacy as they are lined with trees and shrubs. Lots of spaces for larger RV’s, but we saw mostly tent campers.
Bathrooms are mostly clean and the showers are nice. There is a quality dishwashing sink by the bathrooms. Overall, the campground is ok, but needs a bit of a facelift, repainting, etc. Also, you can hear the sounds of the city (cars, leaf blowers, and other things that remind you that you are not truly in the woods).
The best part about this campground is that it is conveniently located between two awesome places and is relatively inexpensive, so if you don’t plan to spend much time in the campground itself, it’s perfect.
We used this campground as a basecamp to mountain bike on an awesome trail just outside of Saranac Lake, the Bloomingdale Bog trail. The following day, we did a quadrathlon that involved kayaking the length of Lake Placid, hiking to the summit of Whiteface Mountain, kayaking back, and then finished the day at Lake Placid Pub and Brewery for dinner. Highly recommended, but plan on a 9-10 hour day on the lake/trail!
With its central location, this campground is close to everything you may need, most even within walking distance.
TravelerI'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! Lots of shadey spots, very nice camping spots on Lake Champlain and the morning sunrise is beautiful!! Do yourself a favor, and visit Cumberland Head State Park!!!
GuideTo start off, we are avid KOA campers. So when we looked at this campground, we expected the typical layout which had a swimming pool and other stuff for the kids, however, this campground lacked all of the above. When we arrived here, check-in was easy we did drive along ways to get to our campsite which was nice to be wooded, but I did miss the typical activities and KOA usually has which when I booked the site, I usually expect them since the prices usually, fairly high compared to state parks. Our main reason for seeing KA versus state parks for these extra activities. With that said the bathrooms were clean, which we barely use since we have a full hook up camper. The dog park was very small and it looked like they did the very minimum to check the block. If you’re looking for a place to run your little guy around, he might be disappointed at this place. However, there are plenty hikes nearby to wear them out if you desire. As far as location, there is a lot of stuff to do in the area as we went and hike, the mountain, which was amazing.
ScoutI've camped on Valcour all my life since I was 7. It was amazing. So beautiful. Now it's covered in cockroaches and the water is murky and everything is covered in Zebra muscles. Other campers are rude and have no respect for your property. Has been all Canadians from my experience. They let their pets on the island to defecate and we've had one let their two large dogs swim ashore from their yacht and urinate on all our tents and destroyed our campsite and stole our food off from the picnic table all while the owners watched and laughed it off from their boat. The dogs then swam back and boarded the boat and they left. It's not like it used to be. We were yelling at them the whole time, trying to get the dogs away from our campsite and the owners didn't even apologize. One of the dogs defecated on my son's clothing that has fallen off the line.
Campsites around New Russia, New York range in elevation from 600 to 2,000 feet within the eastern Adirondack region. Summer temperatures typically average 75-80°F during daytime hours with nighttime lows dropping to 50-60°F, creating ideal conditions for tent camping. The region's mixed hardwood forests provide natural shade at most established campgrounds.
Waterfront activities: Lincoln Pond Campground offers excellent swimming and boating options. "Nice grounds, clean beach. Great for kayaking because the water is calm," notes Alice C. The pond provides a perfect location for casual paddlers.
Historic exploration: Visit the Crown Point Campground for significant colonial landmarks. "Lots of history here, old forts. On river border of NY & VT. Nice views from the campsites, including a bridge," reports Harry H. The site preserves ruins of two fortifications from colonial wars between British and French forces.
Mountain climbing: Access numerous Adirondack peaks from Wilmington Notch Campground. "There is an accessible trail from the back of the campground to an amazing waterfall on the west branch of the Ausable River and plenty of spots to trout fish/swim," explains Zachary M. The waterfall trail requires moderate hiking ability but rewards with dramatic views.
Secluded sites: The remote camping options at Lincoln Pond Campground appeal to those seeking privacy. "This state campground offers a variety of wooded sites, some drive in and others remote boat-in (29R-31R). The main campground offers full service bathrooms with showers; remote sites have an outhouse, but no potable water," reports Jean C.
Swimming options: Button Bay State Park Campground features multiple water access points. "There is a pool for swimming, paved roads are good for bikes & scooters, pavilion for activities, lake for swimming & fishing and hiking trails," notes Lacy C. The supervised swimming area maintains a lifeguard during summer months.
Morning views: Waterfront campsites provide memorable sunrise experiences. "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. about Rogers Rock Campground. Similar sunrise views are available at several area campgrounds.
Weather preparation: Pack for variable conditions in all seasons. "Visitors camping with pets should be prepared for spring and fall when temperatures can fluctuate significantly."
Site reservation timing: Popular waterfront locations fill quickly at most campgrounds. "Book early for the best sites," advises Ian P. about Rogers Rock Campground. Reservations typically open 9 months in advance for New York State campgrounds.
Varying amenities: Facilities differ significantly between campgrounds. "The bathrooms were always clean and shower areas had great water pressure," reports Nicole S. about Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday. However, at wilderness sites, expect more basic accommodations.
Kid-friendly activities: Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake offers educational opportunities. "I was absolutely impressed with the restrooms, dishwashing station, and beach area... Despite rather high density of sites they are well designed and the campground is quiet and dark at night for good rest!" notes Tigan W.
Safety considerations: Swimming locations vary in supervision levels. "The beach has a lifeguard to watch over the swimmers. Dogs are not permitted on the beach," explains John W. about Rogers Rock. Always check with rangers about current water conditions.
Playground access: Several campgrounds include play areas. "The KOA was recently moved from a different location... 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," reports Nicole S.
Site selection: Research campground layout before booking. "We stayed in site #73 of the 100-Acre section and would highly recommend staying in this area as opposed to the other. This section has tall shad trees and much more space between sites than the resort area," advises Nancy W. about Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Road conditions: Access roads to wilderness campgrounds require careful navigation. "Maneuvering through the park was pretty tight for us and we had to take it really slow. We stayed over Memorial Day weekend and were surprised that the campground was not full," notes Nancy W. RVs exceeding 30 feet may struggle at certain campgrounds.
Hookup availability: Full-service sites are limited in the Adirondack region. "The site was gorgeous and the campground clean. We stayed here one night in our RV with no hookups," shares Rae M. about Crown Point Campground. When available, electric sites typically offer 30-amp service.
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