RV sites near North Creek, New York offer campers direct access to the Adirondack wilderness with elevation ranges from 900 to 1,500 feet throughout the region. Most campgrounds experience typical mountain weather patterns with evening temperatures dropping 15-20 degrees below daytime highs, even in summer months. The camping season generally runs from May through mid-October, with many facilities closing after Columbus Day weekend due to freezing overnight temperatures.
What to do
River activities: Schroon River access provides excellent tubing and kayaking opportunities. At Lake George Escape Campground, families can enjoy water-based fun without traveling to larger lakes. As one camper noted, "There are SO MANY activities in this area. Archery was awesome!"
Gem mining: Popular with younger visitors at several campgrounds within 30 minutes of North Creek. At Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks, one visitor shared, "The kids loved the gem mining and train rides!! We enjoyed the water view and the staff was so nice to us!"
Hiking trails: Accessible from many campgrounds with varying difficulty levels. Many trails connect directly to campground properties. A visitor at Davey Falls ADK described it as an "Amazing secluded creekside spot. Private waterfall, hiking trails. Perfect location to explore eastern Adk."
What campers like
Multiple swimming options: Pools and natural water access at several locations. At Alpine Lake RV Resort, campers appreciate water-based recreation opportunities: "Peaceful for such a large campground. Waterfront sites worth the dollars! Bring your boats and SUP boards for lots of fun!"
Dog-friendly amenities: Dedicated pet areas at select campgrounds. Lake George RV Park features an exceptional pet recreation space, as one reviewer mentioned: "My favorite part was the dog park. I've never seen anything like it and wish we had access to something like this everywhere."
Entertainment facilities: Organized activities for various age groups. One Lake George Escape Campground visitor shared: "Kids meals comes in frisbee plates. You can mine for gold, chill by the pool or even try your shot at archery! Something for everyone here, teen nights, family days and everything in between."
What you should know
Variable site sizes and privacy: Research before booking especially with larger rigs. A camper at HTR Adirondacks (formerly Singing Waters) reported: "The lots are also not gravel and not level. Ours was dirt and mostly mud and even with our leveling jacks down, we could not level due to the mud and lack of a gravel base."
Off-season availability: Limited after early October with most facilities closing by mid-October. Some campgrounds offer limited services in shoulder seasons. Call ahead to confirm operational status if camping after Columbus Day.
Road conditions: Mountain driving challenges throughout the region, particularly for larger vehicles. Narrow access roads with tight turns can complicate arrival for big rigs at some campgrounds.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Schedule around weather patterns which can change quickly in mountain areas. Lake George Escape Campground provides indoor alternatives during inclement weather. One visitor shared: "We made the most of our rainy weekend by checking out the town and some caves. Plenty to do in the area if you want to venture out of the campgrounds."
Campground selection: Consider amenity proximity when booking with children. At Ledgeview Village RV Park, families appreciate the layout: "Has a playground and pool. Kids enjoyed the area."
Site location: Waterfront vs. interior sites offer different experiences and price points. One HTR Adirondacks visitor mentioned: "I selected 30 amp interior full hook up back in site but they gave me an upgrade to a waterfront site. The view took my breath away."
Tips from RVers
Power management: Electrical capacity varies between campgrounds. At Brookwood RV Resort near Ticonderoga, sites provide reliable electrical service with full hookups. One RVer noted: "Full hookup (sewer, water, 50 AMP), level, shaded site, Wi-Fi."
Site leveling: Bring blocks and stabilizers as many sites throughout the area require additional leveling. Some campgrounds have more consistently level sites than others.
Campground layout: Road networks vary in quality and can be confusing at larger properties. One experienced RVer observed: "Roads in the park are confusing because none are parallel or perpendicular so we had to go slow just to make sure we didn't miss a turn in the RV."
