Camping near Porter Corners, New York offers diverse terrain across elevations ranging from 800 to 1,200 feet within the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing from November through March, while summer camping season typically runs May through mid-October with temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak months. Most campgrounds in this region require reservations 2-3 months in advance during summer weekends.
What to do
Hiking at Moreau Lake State Park: Located about 15 minutes from Porter Corners, this park offers over 20 miles of trails ranging from easy lakeside paths to moderate mountain climbs. "I love the spacious campsites. It's very woodsy between sites, so it seems very private. Bathrooms and Showers are clean. Over 20 miles in hiking trails, this is one of the nicest parks, I've visited," notes Michi P. from Moreau Lake State Park Campground.
Canoe or kayak the Schroon River: The river offers gentle currents ideal for beginners and families. "The river is the attraction at this Campground that provides hours of entertainment. If you are looking for a resort campground with lots of amenities this may not be the campground for you, but if you want a clean beautiful spot on a beautiful river convenient to Bolton's Landing & Lake George Village you will love it here!" says Happy Camper L. from Lake George Riverview Campground.
Mountain biking on local trails: Several networks of biking paths connect throughout the region. "The Peck Hill state forest is close by for mountain biking. You can park at the trailhead on CR 101, or at Stump City brewing, to ride the trails," recommends Tony F., who stayed at DevilDoc Campsites.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds in the Porter Corners area offer more secluded camping experiences than typical commercial campgrounds. "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site. Added bonus is that there is nice separation between sites with trees and shrubs that block out your neighbors and provide lots of privacy," reports Nancy W. from Moose Hillock Camping Resorts.
Proximity to attractions: The area provides convenient access to both wilderness and tourist areas. "The park is very large so if you want to be near the pool/entertainment area or nearby bathrooms, pick your site accordingly. Nearby is good hiking in Adirondack Park where trails range from easy to difficult and have some great views of the lake and surrounding area," notes Nancy W. about Moose Hillock.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds near Porter Corners maintain good hygiene standards. "Big sites, grounds were very clean, level sites, quiet, staff was very pleasant," writes ERIC C. about Ledgeview Village RV Park, reflecting a common theme in regional reviews.
What you should know
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience road noise due to proximity to major routes. "The Northway was directly to the west, maybe 1000 ft through the woods, extremely loud traffic noise," warns Cat R. about Lake George Campsites.
Seasonal pricing fluctuations: Rates can increase dramatically during holidays and peak season. "It was $66/night during the first part of our stay but then jumped up to in-season rates that were $99/night plus $20/night because it was a holiday weekend," explains a reviewer at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts.
Bugs and weather considerations: Mosquitoes can be problematic in some areas, particularly in May and June. "We found the bugs to be very pesky in the evening and didn't want to sit outside," notes a camper at Lake George Riverview Campground.
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly across the region. "If you want internet, bring your own because there is none at campsites. I was able to use my Verizon hotspot which worked fine," advises a visitor to Moose Hillock.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Many glamping in Porter Corners, New York offerings include water access for children. "Lake George RV Park is amazing! So much to do right in the park with clean sites, friendly staff, awesome amenities and even a trolly to get around this huge park or get down town to Lake George. Living 10 minutes away, we were looking for an affordable vacation and we found it!" shares Carrie M. from Lake George RV Park.
Playground access: Consider sites near play areas for convenience with young children. "Great campground for families, we stayed at a tent site right near the playground. Pool, arcade, a short trolley ride to downtown lake George. It was a great stay and the kids loved it," recommends Katrina J. about King Phillip's Campground.
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule family-oriented events on weekends. "The place was packed but you wouldn't know it. So peaceful. The pool was very cold but spotless, which was surprising since there's pine trees all around," notes Cecilia K. about Ledgeview Village RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site sizing considerations: Check length and width requirements carefully before booking luxury glamping accommodation in the Porter Corners region. "Our campsite was spacious but required some maneuvering to avoid scraping trees with our RV. Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed," explains a reviewer at Moreau Lake State Park.
Water and electrical hookups: Water pressure can fluctuate at peak usage times. "Had some issues 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," reports a camper at Lake George Riverview.
Dump station locations: Not all sites have sewer hookups or accessible dump stations. "We were limited on water so could not dump tanks during our stay, had to travel to another place, a little hassle," mentions Rosie Lon S. about DevilDoc Campsites.
