Cabin camping near Pattersonville, New York offers access to the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains at elevations ranging from 400 to 1,400 feet. The region experiences distinct seasonal changes with campgrounds typically operating from May through October, though some limited winter options exist. Most cabin areas sit on wooded terrain with mixed pine and hardwood forests.
What to do
Hiking forest trails: At Wilder Woods, six cabin sites are positioned within easy access of walking paths through wooded areas. The cabins provide toilet facilities without requiring visitors to bring their own portable options.
Winter activities: Seasonal campers can continue enjoying the outdoors during colder months. "You'll have the entire mountain side all to yourself! Snowshoe, cross country ski. Winter campfires," notes one visitor about winter stays at Frosty Acres Campground.
State forest access: Max V. Shaul State Park Campground provides easy access to nearby natural features. "There's no pond/lake here but there's several waterfalls nearby and vromans nose," mentions one camper about the outdoor exploration options adjacent to cabin areas.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the natural spacing at many cabin locations. At Royal Mountain Campsites, visitors note the well-designed layout: "Sites were well spaced out, and we had a great time. 100% will return."
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness ranks high in visitor satisfaction. One camper at Max V. Shaul State Park commented, "The bathrooms and showers are clean and well-kept. The staff is friendly and helpful, and check the campground regularly so you can feel safe."
Seasonal environment: DevilDoc Campsites offers unique camping experiences through different seasons. "You'll fall asleep to the sounds of bull frogs, oh and the star gazing is pretty darn nice as well!" shares one visitor about the nighttime environment.
What you should know
Campground size variations: Some cabin camping areas are smaller and quieter than others. Max V. Shaul State Park offers a more intimate setting with "only 30 sites here, which are large, flat and sited well apart from each other."
Winter cabin options: Limited cold-weather camping exists. At Frosty Acres, winter cabins continue operating in a designated section where, according to a visitor, "We stayed from April until October then decided to stay over winter. They have a small winter section."
Alcohol policies: Caroga Lake Campground prohibits alcohol consumption, which differs from many other sites in the region. Their operating season runs "from May 19 to September 30" with strictly enforced quiet hours.
Bathroom variations: Facilities differ significantly between campgrounds. While some offer full bathhouses, others provide more basic options. One camper at DevilDoc Campsites noted, "There was a decent portapotty on the camp ground which is very nice to have."
Tips for camping with families
Activity considerations: For families seeking recreational options, Moreau Lake State Park Campground offers diverse opportunities. "The beach is nice, large picnic facilities, and the campgrounds are well maintained with nice bathroom/shower buildings. The park has a large number of hiking trails for every level of outdoorsman," reports a visitor.
Site selection for children: Choose cabins away from natural hazards when traveling with young children. A camper at Alpine Lake RV Resort observed, "Our site had a steep drop off to the lake, not all are like this, but be cautious about this if you have young kids."
Noise levels: Campground atmospheres vary significantly. One visitor to Caroga Lake Campground reported, "This campground was incredibly noisy. A number of the sites had been closed for the camping season. The beach area offered a great view, but again, so noisy. If you have children, and you're not looking for quiet time, this could be the campground for you!"
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Prepare for uneven cabin and RV sites at certain locations. At Adventure Bound Camping Resort at Deer Run, a camper shared: "The drawback is where you need to park the camper is about 7 inches out of level. If we stay in the same site again we would come better prepared."
Road accessibility: RV access varies widely between cabin camping areas. At Alpine Lake RV Resort, "The roads are narrow and many should be one way, but are not. It would have been impossible many places in the grounds to pass a rig on the road due to the amount of other's vehicles."
Utility reliability: Water pressure fluctuations occur during peak usage times. A camper at Alpine Lake RV Resort noted, "Had an issue with water pressure on Saturday around 10am and called the office to make sure there was not a known water issue. Front desk knew nothing and said they would send maintenance but we never saw anyone. The situation improved so we think it was just a high demand time of day."
