Rustic cabins near Porter Corners, New York provide convenient access to both Adirondack wilderness and Saratoga Springs attractions within 20-30 minute drives. Nestled at approximately 1,200 feet elevation, the area experiences cooler temperatures than surrounding lowlands, with summer nights typically dropping into the 50s even when daytime highs reach the 80s. Winter cabin rentals often require advance planning as many facilities close seasonal water systems between October and May.
What to do
Hiking nearby trails: Several cabins offer access to hiking routes within walking distance of accommodations. At Moreau Lake State Park Campground, visitors can explore over 20 miles of trails ranging from easy lakeside paths to more challenging ridge routes. "The park has a large number of hiking trails for every level of outdoorsman and the staff is friendly and helpful," notes Robert L.
Paddling opportunities: Seasonal water activities are popular from late spring through early fall. "The lake is nice for canoeing and kayaking but fish number and sizes are limited due to number of people fishing it on a regular basis," explains Robert L. about Moreau Lake. At Lake George Riverview Campground, paddling options include river access with rental equipment. "We had a site on the river and it was beautiful... my kids really enjoyed fishing & floating in the river," reports a reviewer.
Winter recreation: Some cabin areas maintain year-round access for cold weather activities. "Hiking trails become nice XC skiing trails," mentions Amber A. about Moreau Lake State Park. The surrounding region offers multiple options for snowshoeing directly from cabin doorsteps when snow conditions permit.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Cabin layouts at many facilities provide natural screening. At Moose Hillock Camping Resorts, "sites are huge and semi-private which is nice. The angled sites and wide roads make backing in very easy," according to one visitor. Another camper notes, "Each site is like its own private oasis with plenty of trees to make you feel like you are camping at most state campgrounds."
Location convenience: Many cabins offer strategic access to regional attractions. "Lake George Escape is perfectly located between Lake George Village and Bolton Landing," according to Sammii D. At Whippoorwill Campsites, visitors appreciate "the private access to the bike path in the back. Overall, a great stay and couldn't have asked for more," according to Craig C., who also mentioned the trolley pickup service to town.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained common areas receive positive attention. "The shower building closest to us wasn't very clean but that was probably due to the volume of people using it," notes one reviewer about busy periods. However, at Ledgeview Village RV Park, "bathrooms very clean. Pool was nice," according to Lauren, while another visitor called it "beautiful scenery and comfortable environment! The shower room is very tidy."
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Most cabin rentals operate on limited schedules. Moose Hillock runs from May 13 to October 13, while others extend slightly longer. "The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season," one camper noted about shoulder season visits.
Noise considerations: Traffic sounds affect some locations more than others. At Lake George Campsites, "the Northway was directly to the west, maybe 1000 ft through the woods, extremely loud traffic noise," according to Cat R. Another visitor mentioned, "It's hard to have a conversation without the need to shout or repeat what you said over the traffic."
Booking lead times: Peak season reservations require advance planning. "We had to wait till 2 weeks prior to book since we are under the 4 night minimum in season," notes a camper about Moose Hillock. Many facilities implement minimum stay requirements during summer months and holidays.
Water access variations: Waterfront cabins command premium rates but offer direct activity access. "Waterfront sites worth the dollars! Bring your boats and SUP boards for lots of fun," recommends Deb V. about Alpine Lake RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Recreation programming: Organized activities vary widely between facilities. At Alpine Lake RV Resort, "there were plenty of activities to keep me entertained — from relaxing by the lake and enjoying the hiking trails to spending time at the recreation areas," according to one visitor. Another notes the "dinos scattered throughout the park and also a few pools."
Playground quality: Kid-friendly amenities differ by location. "Great playground and beach, volleyball," mentions Matthew L. about Moreau Lake. At Whippoorwill, families appreciate that "it is safe to let kids ride their bikes around the campground, go to the arcade, pool, or playground because nothing is too far away."
Community spaces: Shared areas facilitate social interaction. "There is a fire pits at every campsite along with a large community fire pit to socialize with and meet other campers. Its a great way to let the kids find someone to play with while being supervised," notes Mallory K.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Space requirements vary significantly between properties. "Sites are massive. You could have parked three RVs in our site," reports Nancy W. about Moose Hillock, while at Lake George Escape "when the park is full, it can be a little cramped for big-rigs to back into some sites, especially the river ones."
Hookup configurations: Utility access points differ by location. At Whippoorwill, "if you opt for a site without sewer, they have a dump station that you can use on the way out which is what we did." Most cabin-focused campgrounds provide electric service to cabins, though amperage varies.
Interior road conditions: Navigation challenges exist at some facilities. "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," notes one camper about Lake George Escape, while at Rustic Barn Campground, "the gentleman that runs the campground couldn't be nicer... we weren't getting in until 11 pm and he stayed up to make sure we were all set setting up our camp in the dark."
