Best Cabin Camping near Alexandria Bay, NY
Several state parks and private resorts around Alexandria Bay, New York offer furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Wellesley Island State Park Campground provides clean, spacious cabins with electricity, heating systems, and basic furnishings. Some cabins include kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops, while others have more rustic setups with outdoor fire rings for cooking. Swan Bay Resort offers premium cottages with waterfront views of the St. Lawrence River, complete with modern appliances and comfortable furnishings. According to one visitor, "Wellesley Island State Park is amazing. The views of the St. Lawrence River are amazing. You're around some of the best fishing in the country. Cottages, cabins and primitive sites available." Most cabins include picnic tables and fire rings, with access to nearby shower facilities and restrooms.
Rustic and deluxe cabin options are available throughout the region, with prices varying by season and amenities. Kring Point State Park Campground and Dewolf Point State Park Campground feature pet-friendly cabins that require advance reservations, especially during peak summer months from June through August. The 1000 Islands Campground offers family-sized cabins that can accommodate larger groups. Sun Outdoors Association Island, formerly a KOA property, maintains cabin rentals with lake views. One reviewer noted, "We rented cottage A, which was clean, spacious, warm and fully stocked with everything we needed." Most state park cabins operate seasonally from May through October, with some closing as early as mid-September.
Most cabins provide beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, blankets, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties, with some offering only basic countertops and others including refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops. Cooking utensils, dishes, and cleaning supplies are typically not provided. Campground stores at Wellesley Island and Swan Bay Resort stock essential items, though selection is limited. Price Chopper grocery store and Dollar General are located within walking distance of Swan Bay Resort for more extensive supplies. During off-season months, many nearby restaurants and stores close, requiring longer drives to find open establishments. Firewood is available for purchase at most campgrounds for outdoor cooking and evening campfires.
