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The Lake Champlain region surrounding Port Henry, New York provides varied camping experiences across several established campgrounds. Crown Point Campground and Bridgeview Harbour Marina offer waterfront camping with views of Lake Champlain, while Rogers Rock Campground provides options for tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. The area features a mix of state-operated facilities and private campgrounds within 20 miles of Port Henry, with several sites offering boat access to Lake Champlain's shoreline. Most campgrounds in this region maintain electrical hookups and shower facilities, though amenities vary between locations.
Camping season generally runs from mid-May through early October at most establishments, with peak season occurring during summer months. "The train goes by at night and is extremely loud," noted one camper regarding Port Henry's lakeside camping area, highlighting the importance of site selection for light sleepers. Limited cell service affects some campgrounds, particularly those in more remote settings like Lincoln Pond Campground. Road conditions remain generally good throughout the region, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads. Several campgrounds require advance reservations, especially for premium waterfront sites that tend to fill quickly during summer weekends and holidays.
Waterfront views dominate the camping experience in this region, with multiple reviews highlighting Lake Champlain's scenic beauty. A visitor commented that Crown Point Campground offers "beautiful views of Lake Champlain and Vermont" with sites that are "flat and well equipped with picnic table and fire ring." Bridgeview Harbour Marina receives consistent praise for its secluded lakeside locations, with one camper describing it as "a very unique spot" with private sites offering shade and spectacular sunrise views. While many campgrounds feature open, sunny sites with limited privacy between neighbors, others like Lincoln Pond provide more wooded settings. The region's historical significance adds another dimension to the camping experience, with Crown Point Campground situated near colonial fort ruins and a lighthouse, making it particularly appealing to history enthusiasts seeking more than just natural scenery.
"Small and quiet campground, right at the Lake Champlain Visitor’s Center and bridge which crosses from NY to VT. Many sites have a view of Lake Champlain, as well as this beautiful bridge. "
"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."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $22 - $172 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Wonderful state park, the waterfront sites are fantastic, they are wide so smaller units can be parked parallel to the lake. Bathrooms are clean, facilities are great. Easy access to the lake."
"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."
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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
Check Availability"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"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."
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Check Availability"Pam met us outside as she said ‘dodging rain drops’ to stack wood. She was warm and friendly."
"The only thing I didn't like was that you can hear a train around 10:45 pm and again early in the morning. Other than that, great views of the lake and mountains!"
"Paradox Lake is beautiful all year round. I have been here numerous times throughout the year and it never disappoints."
"Adirondacks scenery, camping along the lake. Trail access from campground. Swim & boat on site. Modern but basic state park. Some tent sites nicely private."
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Check Availability"I was there mostly by myself, there were perfect trees to hang my hammock from and a wonderful breeze and views of the lake. I was there Thursday through Sunday."
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GuideIt’s a nice relatively small campground in a pretty setting. Sites are fairly close, and there’s definitely some longer tempura residents, but it’s well kept and seems like a nice place to stay.
GuideShadey lakeside campground with large sites, mine has easy lake access.
ScoutWe stayed here because we wanted to spend a few days exploring the Adirondacks without moving the RV every night. It worked perfectly for that. We headed out early each morning, explored somewhere new, and had our camper waiting for us when we got back.
GuideGood size campground with three loops. 2 shower / restroom facilities. Many of the sites are simply grass. There are a few gravel ones. The staff has no problem with driving on the or parking on grass. All sites have a firepit. Wood can be obtained locally. There is no store at the camp. There is only one dump station. There is a boat launch with limited trailer parking although when we stayed (Aug 2026) the water was only 18 in to 2 ft deep at docks. Heavily choked with vegetation. Shower facilities were clean enough but could use more attention, heavy cobwebs at lights, corners and edges of shower pretty dark with mold. Plenty of fresh water spigots throughout the camp. Camp is on the banks of lake Champlain, although only a couple sites have a lake view. Ruins of two pre-revolutionary war forts are within walking distance and offer a great introduction to life in the early 18th century. Fort Ticonderoga is a 30 min drive and will take most of the day to tour. Well worth the trip. Only 3 min drive to Vermont. I would stay again.
LegendWe spent a long weekend at Moose Hillock in Fort Ann, New York, to visit Lake George. This is a difficult place for me to review. But I’ll do my best to share my experience.
The pool is the main attraction here and probably the largest and most ridiculous I’ve ever seen at a campground. Great for young kids.
THINGS I LIKED:
— The sites are enormous and private, probably the biggest sites we’ve ever seen at any campground we’ve stayed at.
— The mature trees are everywhere, great for privacy.
— It’s located about 25-minutes to the heart of Lake George. Easy drive away but not in the loud and busy area.
— The camp store is pretty good and sells snacks, drinks, basic supplies, and souvenirs.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
— Our site(# 709) was sloped, so much that even with leveling boards under the rear wheels, rear jacks fully extended and front jacks fully retracted, we couldn’t level. That’s annoying and so easily fixed by a campground this size with this array of equipment and resources.
— Except for the entry roads, the rest of the park is gravel and dirt, which was extremely dusty. Our vehicles and our stuff were instantly covered by this dusty dirt which was a never-ending battle to keep outside.
— I’m ok paying premium money for a great site, but this site wasn’t matched to the price. I paid$647.38 for 3-nights. That’s$215.79 per night.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
Probably not. For me, having a level site that’s not covered in dirt and dust is important— especially when it costs$215 per night. There’s a much nicer park about 10-minutes away(closer to Lake George) where we’ve stayed in the past. The sites are smaller, but they’re level.
TravelerThe spot seemed nice enough and had other campers set up at 8p on a Monday. The road was not good for my 2008 Prius and I messed up the underside trying to turn around
ScoutVery nice campground with great modern facilities. Many of the RV lots have nice views of Lake Champlain.
ScoutPeaceful, quiet, relaxing space. Super friendly staff.
GuideThis was one the the best camping experiences yet. The sites are great, right on the water with easy access to get Kayaks in. Loons on the lake wake you, so peaceful and beautiful. Plenty of room between neighbors. You can hang out in a floatie in front of you site, or kayak down the awesome creek. Bathrooms okay, showers clean with hot waters, but you do have to drive to them. Can’t wait to go back next year.
Port Henry's camping options span across Lake Champlain's western shoreline and into nearby Adirondack wilderness areas. The region sits at approximately 100 feet elevation along the lake, rising dramatically to over 4,000 feet at nearby mountains. Camping facilities in this region typically close from mid-October through mid-May due to harsh winter conditions, with temperatures often dropping below freezing.
Hiking trails: Access multiple difficulty levels from Rogers Rock Campground. "Rogers Rock is a great campground with many things to do like hiking, kayaking, swimming, biking and playing on a playground," says Meike W. The campground connects to trail systems for beginners and experienced hikers.
Historical exploration: Visit the ruins near Crown Point Campground. This location offers direct access to colonial history. "Lots of history here, old forts. On river border of NY & VT. Nice views from the campsites, some places to walk around including a bridge," notes Harry H. The nearby Champlain Memorial Lighthouse adds another point of interest for history enthusiasts.
Water activities: Kayak at Lincoln Pond Campground. The pond provides calm waters ideal for beginners. "Nice grounds, clean beach. Great for kayaking because the water is calm," reports Alice C. Boat rentals are available seasonally for $20, but bringing your own watercraft is more economical for multi-day stays.
Site privacy: Look for wooded areas at Sharp Bridge Campground. "The campground is in a forest of red and white pines, giving it an open feeling," notes Amanda P. Sites are situated to maximize separation between neighbors where possible, though privacy levels vary.
Lake views: Secure lakeside sites at Bridgeview Harbour Marina. "This is a very unique spot. The campsites are just a short walk away from the working marina," explains Cam R. "The pumphouse campsite...is very private with many trees providing shade. And waking up to that sunrise every morning was incredible."
Swimming areas: Use designated beach facilities at Button Bay State Park. "This state park is so fun to camp at! It has a great playground for kids and a nice swimming pool! You can hike on the trail and Lake Champlain is right there!" says Debbie S. The park maintains a pool with lifeguards during peak season.
Site selection: Research specific site numbers before booking at Rogers Rock. "Look carefully at the map when choosing your site. Many of them are near the main road. Sites aren't particularly level or large," cautions Jean C. Sites closer to water tend to be more popular and fill quickly.
Connectivity: Prepare for limited cell service at most campgrounds. "Cell phone coverage is spotty, I was getting 1-2 bars with Verizon," notes a camper at Rogers Rock Campground. Lincoln Pond has similar connectivity issues with only 1 bar of service in some areas.
Seasonal considerations: Plan for bugs during early summer. One camper at Rogers Rock noted "Site 233 has a ton of bugs and mosquitoes being so close to the creek run off, head closer to the lake if possible." Bug activity is highest from late May through July at most sites.
Playground access: Choose Button Bay State Park for child-friendly facilities. "Simple campsites and not too crowded. Bathrooms are relatively close and complete with showers! Basketball courts, a park and swimming are some of the things to do there," reports Isabel L.
Kid-friendly activities: Look for organized events at Lake Placid/Whiteface KOA. "The campground on the mountain side has a playground, huge store, gem mining, arcade, hiking trails and a common area with some games," notes Nicole S. "Both sides have the tractor driving around, pulling the kids around."
Swimming options: Consider campgrounds with designated swimming areas. "The beach has a lifeguard to watch over the swimmers. Dogs are not permitted on the beach," explains John W. about Rogers Rock. Several campgrounds maintain beaches with varying levels of facilities.
Hookup availability: Reserve sites with services at Crown Point Campground. "We stayed in our RV with no hookups. The site was gorgeous and the campground clean," reports Rae M. "Lots of room for big RV, good hookups. Pretty quiet. Clean and well cared for."
Site access: Check road conditions for larger rigs. At Sharp Bridge Campground, a camper noted "Dry camping with a bathroom/shower house that works but not well. Large sites, water available." Some campgrounds have limited maneuverability for larger RVs.
Dumping stations: Confirm availability before arrival. Button Bay State Park offers no hookups but maintains a dump station, as one camper mentioned: "Great campground. Everything from sunny meadow sites to more wooded private sites. Nice pool. No hookups but have a dump station."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Port Henry, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Port Henry, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 221 campgrounds and RV parks near Port Henry, NY and 31 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Port Henry, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Port Henry, NY is Crown Point Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 10 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Port Henry, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 31 free dispersed camping spots near Port Henry, NY.
What parks are near Port Henry, NY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Port Henry, NY that allow camping, notably Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests and Green Mountain National Forest.
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