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Camping areas around Paradox, New York include several established campgrounds nestled within the Adirondack region. Paradox Lake Campground, located directly in Paradox, offers tent and RV sites with seasonal operation from May through early September. Other nearby options include Rogers Rock Campground on Lake George, Putnam Pond Campground in Ticonderoga, and Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground in Schroon Lake, which provides cabin accommodations. The region features a mix of state-operated facilities and private campgrounds, with most offering water access and basic amenities like fire pits and picnic tables.

Most developed campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, typically opening in mid-May and closing between early September and mid-October. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for summer weekends and holiday periods when waterfront sites fill quickly. One visitor noted, "Paradox Lake is beautiful all year round. I have been here numerous times throughout the year and it never disappoints. My favorite time to come is during the fall, when the leaves are changing colors and its a little colder outside." Winter camping opportunities are limited, though some visitors report enjoying the frozen lake views during colder months. The region experiences typical Adirondack weather patterns with warm summers, colorful falls, and cold, snowy winters that affect accessibility.

Waterfront access represents a significant draw for campers in the Paradox area. Several campgrounds provide direct lake access, with Paradox Lake and Rogers Rock being particularly popular for swimming, fishing, and boating activities. A camper described Paradox Lake Campground as having "great lake views" and mentioned that "the grounds are kept very clean." Mixed-use campgrounds throughout the area accommodate various camping styles, from tent-only sites to full RV hookups. While some campgrounds like Medcalf Acres offer cabin options, others focus primarily on traditional camping experiences. Visitors frequently mention the region's natural beauty, hiking opportunities, and proximity to other Adirondack attractions as highlights of their camping experience, with many noting that the area serves as an excellent base for exploring nearby towns like Schroon Lake, Ticonderoga, and even Lake Placid.

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    1. Rogers Rock Campground

    31 Reviews
    Hague, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 585-6746

    $22 - $172 / night

    "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."

    "Ive been coming to this spot nearly every year since I was a little girl."

    2. Putnam Pond Campground

    8 Reviews
    Paradox, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 585-7280

    $18 / night

    "Running through the campground are several hiking trails and they are worth it. Heart pond and Bear pond were nice, but unspectacular. Rock pond on the other hand was great."

    "However it is a gateway to Pharaoh Lake Wilderness. Lots of hiking trails to many ponds and one lake most of which have lean tos and other sites which are free."

    3. Paradox Lake Campground

    7 Reviews
    Paradox, NY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 532-7451

    $18 / night

    "Paradox was beautiful. Lake had great view, went kayaking and enjoyed the scenery."

    "Just about 3 miles off the Northway, headed east on Rt.74, you’ll find Paradox campgrounds on your left. My family has been going here for 35 years. In my younger years we also camped there."

    4. Sharp Bridge Campground

    9 Reviews
    Witherbee, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 532-7538

    $18 / night

    "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."

    "Quiet campground, close to many hiking high peak trails. Love the caretakers dog Rookie."

    5. Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground

    5 Reviews
    Severance, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 461-1730

    "right on the paradox river; they rent tubes ; they have a heated pool, a couple different playgrounds and an arcade for those rainy days."

    "We stayed at this campground in a travel trailer for one week spent hours floating down the river biking took day trips to Lake Placid and Burlington Vermont lots of seasonal campers but for a day camping"

    6. Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks

    5 Reviews
    Severance, NY
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 532-7493

    $24 - $999 / night

    "Spacious sites close to great amenities!  Super staff!  Clean and updated facilities. Close to beautiful hiking, lake activities and rail bikes. We can’t wait to come back!"

    "The doggos and husband absolutely loved being able to walk the beautiful trail in the cooler weather, especially the husky."

    7. Scaroon Manor Campground

    7 Reviews
    Adirondack, NY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 494-2631

    $20 - $25 / night

    "We parked in a lot and walked about 5 minutes to the campgrounds on the lake. They were beautiful and well kept, even had a small pile of fire wood for us."

    "Tucked back in the woods and quiet. The front section was much wider open and more state parkish. Excellent showering facilities and a cook wash up station that was well maintained."

    8. Brookwood RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Ticonderoga, NY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 585-4462

    $39 - $49 / night

    "This  RV park on the outskirts of Ticonderoga offers full hookups and can also accommodate tents. Seasonal sites are largely separate from short-term campers and they are clean and well-kept."

    "And easy access to Fort Ticonderoga, restaurants in town and Lake George area."

    9. Frontier Town Campground

    3 Reviews
    Severance, NY
    6 miles
    Website

    $25 - $50 / night

    "I only saw three or four other rVs and two of them had to camp right next to me. I saw the bugs, some of them clearly mosquitoes and I never saw one get away with biting me."

    "This is a great home base to explore from the Lake George region to Ticonderoga to day hikes or cycling. Both times the bathrooms and showers were immaculate."

    10. Crown Point Campground

    8 Reviews
    Port Henry, NY
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 597-3603

    $18 / night

    "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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  • Laura W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Rogers Rock Campground

    Roger's Rock

    It was a pretty good park. Wooded nicely. Big lots where we were. Down near the water the sites were pretty crammed together Not parked in a row like an RV park.

  • Robert K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Jones Pond NYSDEC Primitive Campsites

    awesome place

    I came from the Albany area. It took me about two hours 45 minutes and well worth the drive, I first stopped at site four and fully set up my Truck tent and the rest of camp, awesome location. You can walk down to the water, which is only a small ledge and enough space to put a chair, me and my German Shepherd were walking around the trails and we found site five which was absolutely beautiful and right on the water, I mean right on the water. I went back to site for packed up a bunch of stuff into the truck and left the truck tent in there since it takes about 30 minutes to take up and down, I had walked the road a couple of times to see if I could get my truck down there, definitely need four-wheel-drive, but it is possible to get your truck down there and I did, set up camp there spent the rest of the day the night and all of the next day. Absolutely beautiful the dog loved the water being right there, I definitely love this place. This is my first campsite that I found using the app highly recommend.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Little Green Pond

    Peaceful spots under the pines

    12 designated camping spots. Some require driving down a bumpy access road that can be muddy after a rain. Sites are on the Pond. Pond has a small beach to swim. Tree covered sites.

  • K
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Mount Philo State Park Campground

    Hidden gem!

    Great little campground at a beautiful state park. The campground had widely spaced wooded sites and was exceptionally quiet. Very well-maintained! Recommend nearby Charlotte town beach for swimming ($10 for non-residents).

  • Jessica C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Chittenden Brook Campground

    Great site

    This was a great site that feels secluded but isn’t. There’s quite a bit of space between each site so you can’t really see your neighbors which is excellent. The vault toilets were surprisingly clean besides the expected smell/flies. No running water or electricity. No cell service a few miles leading up the site, so download your maps in advance. There’s a 2.5 mile dirt road with a steady incline into the camp, which my subie had no issue with, but not sure how well an RV would fair.

    Didn’t see any bear, but take bear food precautions regardless. Each site has a fire pit, tent platform, and picnic table. The sites were well cared for. There were two dumpsters, one for recycling and one for trash, at the end of the loop. They are bear proof and almost me proof! The constant sound of running water from the brook was truly relaxing. I didn’t have issues with bugs (beginning of August) but I also didn’t stay in the camp during the majority of the day.

    All in all, a great campsite and I’ll definitely be back.

  • M
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Brookwood RV Resort

    Nice Campground

    Well maintained campground. Shop onsite with all you can possibly need. Beautiful pool. And easy access to Fort Ticonderoga, restaurants in town and Lake George area.

  • Snooz H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Shelburne Camping Area

    Oh My God. NO!

    Electricity would not work. We got an error on our control panel that said stop! Power source is not correct! Dan, one of the owners, said that somebody must have tried to hook a 50 amp into the 30 amp. box. He went about a half block to check breaker said that it was not flipped but it was wobbling pretty loose in there.

    My husband is a licensed electrician and of course had his own testing equipment. It showed 25 amp coming out of it. So he said move to spot 50. Well before we moved our vehicle, we went down there and checked it. He took off before we could. And guess what the exact same problem. We did not even hook into the second one. (#50)
    So he proceeded to tell us that it was our equipment that had gone bad. Even though we never plugged into spot 50!

    I had planned on one night thank God! He did refund our $52. we had to drive down the road and try to find someplace else at 7:00 in the evening. Another thank God, the Walmart about 10 or 15 miles down the road would allow overnight.

    So we are now on our way to our next location which is about a 7 hour drive. We are just hoping that they did not damage our equipment. It has been extremely stressful if you go there you better watch out!

  • C
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Lake George RV Park

    Best campground we’ve stayed at

    We’ve stayed here three times now and it never disappoints! Well maintained from the roads now to the gardens. They pay attention to every detail. Staff is super friendly and honestly seemed very happy to work there. Only complaint is we wished we lived closer so we could go more often. We will definitely be back!

  • Alex
    Aug. 1, 2025

    Lake Harris Campground

    Perfect Campsite

    The campsite has clean bathrooms. The campsite itself is more secluded and there wasn’t a lot of people or noise. It was intimate and quiet, no loud people or families. Honestly the perfect getaway.

Guide to Paradox

Camping near Paradox, New York, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails nearby, perfect for all skill levels. One camper mentioned, “We went and hiked the mountain, which was amazing,” highlighting the stunning views and trails available around the Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
  • Water Activities: Enjoy swimming, fishing, or boating at various lakes. A review noted, “Our family had a wonderful weekend camping and boating. Everyone caught fish even the two-year-olds!” at the Indian Lake Islands Campground.
  • Exploring Local Attractions: Visit nearby historical sites like Ticonderoga. One visitor shared, “Ticonderoga offers some history and is worth a half-day visit,” while staying at Rogers Rock Campground.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review from Moose Hillock Camping Resorts stated, “Bath houses were well kept,” which is a big plus for many.
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer large, private sites. One camper noted, “The sites are large and well spaced out,” at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts.
  • Dog-Friendly Areas: For pet owners, having a dog park is essential. A review praised the Lake George RV Park saying, “The dog park area is huge and allows for lots of play.”

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially during busy weekends. A visitor at Rogers Rock Campground mentioned, “The campers were extremely noisy until the early hours drinking,” which might affect your stay.
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive facilities. One camper at Hearthstone Point Campground remarked, “Some sites looked not cared for,” indicating that maintenance can vary.
  • Access Types: Some campgrounds require boat access or hiking to reach certain sites. A review for Indian Lake Islands Campground noted, “Great island camping. Many places to explore,” which is great for adventurous campers.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of family-friendly activities. One camper at Lake George Escape Campground said, “There is a FULL schedule of themed activities for the kiddos, weekly,” which can keep everyone entertained.
  • Check for Dog Parks: If you’re bringing pets, look for campgrounds with dog parks. A review from Lake George RV Park emphasized, “The dog park is a 10,” making it a great choice for families with furry friends.
  • Choose Quiet Times: If possible, visit during the off-peak season to avoid crowds. A camper at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts mentioned, “We will come back, but will aim for shoulder season,” to enjoy a more peaceful experience.

Tips from RVers:

  • Site Size Matters: Look for campgrounds with spacious sites for RVs. A review for Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday noted, “The sites were larger than expected,” which is a plus for RV travelers.
  • Check Hookup Availability: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A camper at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts mentioned, “Level sites and very large,” which is ideal for RVs.
  • Be Prepared for Fees: Some campgrounds charge extra for early arrivals or amenities. A review from Moose Hillock Camping Resorts stated, “Had to pay $100 for early arrival!!!” so plan your budget accordingly.

Camping around Paradox, New York, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just be sure to check out the campgrounds that suit your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Paradox Lake Campground?

Paradox Lake Campground offers basic camping amenities including picnic tables, open fire grills, and showers. Located just 3 miles off the Northway on Route 74, the campground has expanded over the years from a single small circle of campsites to a more developed area. For those seeking additional amenities, Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground nearby offers a heated pool, multiple playgrounds, and an arcade for rainy days, though it has limited bathroom facilities with only one shower building and supplemental porta-potties.

What do reviews say about camping at Paradox Lake?

Reviews consistently praise Paradox Lake Campground for its beauty throughout all seasons. Campers mention that the lake offers great views and is particularly stunning in autumn when the surrounding foliage changes color. Many visitors have been returning for decades, indicating its enduring appeal. For families seeking additional recreation options in the Adirondacks region, Lake George RV Park receives exceptional reviews for its ideal location about 2 miles from I-87 and comprehensive facilities, with many considering it among the best campgrounds in the area.

What recreational activities are available at Paradox Lake?

Paradox Lake offers excellent kayaking opportunities with beautiful scenery and views across the water. The lake is enjoyable year-round, with many visitors particularly appreciating fall for the colorful foliage and winter for activities on the frozen lake. For those seeking additional water recreation in the Adirondacks region, Ausable Point Campground provides lakeshore camping with opportunities for sunrise/sunset viewing, water activities, beach walking, and short forest hikes. Similarly, Lewey Lake Campground offers a peaceful escape with lakeside relaxation options.

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