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  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Placid-Whiteface Mountain KOA
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Lake Placid-Whiteface Mountain KOA

    Lake Placid/Whiteface Mtn KOA

    My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here 5 years ago due to the hiking along the river that was available. Sometime between then and now, the KOA moved down the road a couple miles, so when we arrived, we were really disappointed--now we just paid for overpriced "camping". Despite that, the staff was very friendly and the showers were warm.

  • Carol L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bridgeview Harbour Marina
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Bridgeview Harbour Marina

    cool

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  • Jacob D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cranberry Lake  - DEC
    Sep. 13, 2024

    Cranberry Lake - DEC

    Quiet and dark

    Stayed here one night and it was super quiet and dark 8pm until we woke up. I hammocked right next to the water of Cranberry Lake. It has showers with hot water, which is timed and high pressure. Checkout was at 10am

  • Monica S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilmington Notch
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Wilmington Notch

    Amazing Campsite!

    I didn’t expect too much from a campground but this site was super clean, spacious and very quiet. Even though some of the sites are close to each other, it feels like your a mile apart with the sounds. The bathrooms are impressively clean and even have extra toilet paper if need be. Will definitely stay here again in the future!

  • Devon E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sno-Bird
    Sep. 6, 2024

    Sno-Bird

    The location is outstanding, but the sites are very muddy.

    Snowbird is very wet and some sites are rooty. There is no lean-to. There are roughly seven campsites within ~20' of each other. Three sites could accommodate a 4 person tent and the other four would need a 1 or 2 person tent. You could potentially squeeze in another 2 person ternt sight somewhere. There is a privy. There is a small stream for filtering water ~50' down trail from the campsite that will likely be running all year. Snowbird is the only campsite that is above 4000' in the park. The location is awesome for tackling the great range, but how muddy the sites are is a major con. Just be aware that some if not all sites could have several inches of water at anytime of the year.

  • Drew H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Scaroon Manor Campground
    Aug. 27, 2024

    Scaroon Manor Campground

    Excellent views on the lake

    We stayed in the rustic campground right down the road from the main campground. We parked in a lot and walked about 5 minutes to the campgrounds on the lake. They were beautiful and well kept, even had a small pile of fire wood for us.

    The site had a relatively nice outhouse, a picnic table, a fire pit and a grate for grilling. It was right on the lake. There were a ton of other people in the main campground but only one other camper in the rustic area. $25 a night to camp.

    There was some noise from the highway but not too bad. Coyotes were howling all night and definitely heard some around our campground.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Pine Campsites
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Lone Pine Campsites

    OK for two nights

    We stayed for two nights to visit Burlington and lake Champlain.

    It was not our favorite campground. The site are open, so no privacy and the sites are fairly small.

    Toilets and showers are ok but nothing fancy. A bit worn.

  • DeAnna V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rogers Rock Campground
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Rogers Rock Campground

    Worst Campground We Have Ever Been To

    Absolute worst campground we have ever been to(and we do a TON of camping in state parks both in NY and out of state and private campgrounds as well). When we arrived our site was covered in trash and the picnic table was in the site next to ours with old propane tanks sitting on them. Beer bottle caps and cigarette ends were EVERYWHERE on our site, crushed cans and bottles scattered around, tons of garbage throughout the site(plastic spoons, cardboard pieces, plastic wrappers, a huge metal pipe, etc.) We spent the first half hour there cleaning up all the trash on our site and we didn't even get it all. All of the sites next to us had just as much trash in them as well and were never cleaned up the duration of our stay either. When walking around we noticed tons of other sites with garbage left in them too. I don't think any of the sites are checked after checkout and if they are they are definitely not cleaned up at all after check out. We stayed on the'other side of the road' and the bathrooms were absolutely disgusting and falling apart. They were never cleaned at all during our stay(although we seen workers sitting in the golf cart goofing around and talking several times instead of actually cleaning the bathrooms). The only thing the workers did was add toilet paper(and not even enough because there were several times we went and there was no toilet paper). We were there 5 nights and the trash can wasn't emptied once and none of the garbage or toilet paper on the floor was ever picked up. There was also poop smeared across the wall and door in the one stall and poop all over one of the other toilets that was like that our whole stay as well. Mirror was literally tapped together with black tape, there was only one faucet handle and locks on the stall were broken. We had to go across the street into the other side of the campground to shower and the showers were absolutely disgusting. Black mold covered the shower curtains, was all in the lights and on the lower and higher sections of walls and it smelled like mildew. It was gross and cannot possibly be safe. This is definitely a party campground and no quiet hours are enforced. People were up partying, drinking and blasting music literally all night. It's such a shame because the location of this campground is amazing and it has the potential to be a great campground but we will never go back. We have never been to any campground this dirty, unkempt and with workers who literally just don't care or do their jobs. Such a disappointment. Wish I had seen all the other bad reviews before going.

  • Mitchell C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Scaroon Manor Campground
    Aug. 12, 2024

    Scaroon Manor Campground

    Peaceful park

    We booked this spot sight unseen as there were no pictures available. Tucked back in the woods and quiet. The front section was much wider open and more state parkish. Excellent showering facilities and a cook wash up station that was well maintained.

  • eva M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mallets Bay Campground
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Mallets Bay Campground

    Do not go here if you don’t need to

    We were with RV. Mostly permanent places, showers and toilets are full with mould and not clean as is said on the website. Rates are not transparant. The pool was nice for the kids.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rogers Rock - DEC
    Aug. 4, 2024

    Rogers Rock - DEC

    It’s a party camp ground

    Do you enjoy staying up until sunrise, underage drinking, staff that don’t give AF, and rules that don’t matter? Then this is the state park for you! I wanted to give the park a try even with all the bad reviews, because the location is awesome. Now I realize the views are not worth it if you’re sleep deprived. I thought since it was a not a holiday weekend it wouldn’t be that bad, I was wrong. If you still plan on coming, I’d avoid the first week in August. Some garbage family from New Jersey rents out a bunch of sites and gives their teenagers their own site, because they hate them too. All in all, it was not a good time. There are plenty of other parks around if you want to actually enjoy camping. This one isn’t it. 10/10 would not recommend 👎

  • Nicole S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rogers Rock Campground
    Jul. 22, 2024

    Rogers Rock Campground

    Beautiful sites of Lake George

    This campground is the northwest side of the lake. There are not many amenities or services for the phones but that could be good if you want an off the grid type of camping. We were lucky enough to score a few days in one of the group sites. They had a bathroom with just a potty & sink. At the end of the site, they had water that was able to be used to clean dishes but not consume. The views out the camper were just amazing. The bathroom with the showers by the beaches were gross, and the amount of crap on the ground was super unacceptable, like people haven't cleaned it in weeks. The showers up closer to the sites were very nice and clean. They have a cool beach but make sure to bring water shoes because everything is gravel. I wish they had a playground for kids to play. We brought bikes but it was very hard to ride with the hills and gravel so we didn't use then often. We moored our boat directly out from out site and you could swim out to it. Great lake, super clean, beautiful breeze can't wait to go back.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose River Plains
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Moose River Plains

    Great for free

    Easy drive and nice for a free spot in the Adirondacks. Super private sites, we’ll spaced. Gave us some weird vibes though, these woods definitely have a strange energy about them.

  • Tyler C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jones Pond NYSDEC Primitive Campsites
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Jones Pond NYSDEC Primitive Campsites

    Nice spot for a couple nights

    Stayed here with a group of friends at site #4. Was a great spot and lots of room for our 4 tents/3vehicles. It was over the July 4th week, so very busy and found people would just walk through your campsite. Which of course would make our dogs bark at them. Also a lot of people just walking the road, so privacy can really be hit or miss. A lot of people have their dogs off leash as well. One of the rangers stopped by and sure did have a big chip on his shoulder. Overall would stay again, but would maybe instead stay at site 5 or over at a short hike in spot along Jones Pond rd. Overall a great place, just wish people would have more respect when around others campsites.

  • Brandon L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Placid-Whiteface Mountain KOA
    Jul. 12, 2024

    Lake Placid-Whiteface Mountain KOA

    This is a good place to sleep, but not much more to it

    To start off, we are avid KOA campers. So when we looked at this campground, we expected the typical layout which had a swimming pool and other stuff for the kids, however, this campground lacked all of the above. When we arrived here, check-in was easy we did drive along ways to get to our campsite which was nice to be wooded, but I did miss the typical activities and KOA usually has which when I booked the site, I usually expect them since the prices usually, fairly high compared to state parks. Our main reason for seeing KA versus state parks for these extra activities. With that said the bathrooms were clean, which we barely use since we have a full hook up camper. The dog park was very small and it looked like they did the very minimum to check the block. If you’re looking for a place to run your little guy around, he might be disappointed at this place. However, there are plenty hikes nearby to wear them out if you desire. As far as location, there is a lot of stuff to do in the area as we went and hike, the mountain, which was amazing.

  • Admin A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Champlain Resort Adult Campground
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Champlain Resort Adult Campground

    Wonderful Experience-Highly Recommend

    We recently bought a travel trailer and this was our first camping trip with it. Emma and JC were wonderful from start to finish. They own the property and you can tell they take such great pride in this gem. The grounds are beautifully kept and both were very helpful. We arrived much later than expected because of traffic and this being our first time traveling with the travel trailer. They were very accommodating to our later than expected arrival. Once we got all set up at our site, we were very happy. JC is very helpful with helping guide you in to your spot if you need it. There's a nice bath house with toilets and private showers. It was kept very clean and it was nice to know we could use that if needed. There's a beautiful spot to go down by the lake and watch the sunset over Lake Champlain. We absolutely loved our time there and will be happy to return again. JC has quite the sense of humor and my partner and him had fun conversing. Emma was great at communicating from start to finish and made everything easy and convenient.

  • Andrew H.
    Camper-submitted photo from North Beach Campground
    Jul. 6, 2024

    North Beach Campground

    Nice Popular Spot

    Great spot near the lake to put up a tent for the night. Very safe and super close to town. Seemed really popular and a little loud until around 11. If you’re a light sleeper then consider bringing some ear plugs.

  • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Brookwood RV Resort
    Jun. 26, 2024

    Brookwood RV Resort

    Beautiful site

    Pros: Full hookup (sewer, water, 50 AMP) Level, shaded site Wi-Fi Pool Cornhole Chess Connect 4 Playground Bath house Laundry Nice picnic table

    Cons: Gravel site

  • Ronald C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Apple Island Resort
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Apple Island Resort

    Amazing views

    This campground is located in a central area between Burlington and north hero. The views of lake Champlain are amazing. Ex check in and plenty of amenities.

  • Sam L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Meadowbrook Campground
    May. 27, 2024

    Meadowbrook Campground

    Average campground great location

    We stayed at Meadowbrook over Memorial Day weekend in 2024. It's an average campground, but has a really good location between Lake Placid and Saranac Lake. 

    Our site had the standard DEC picnic table and fire pit. There are showers (the hot water was broken the day we were there, but the attendant said we could go to nearby campgrounds to use theirs), toilets, and water spigots. I had decent Verizon signal. 

    The sites were clean, but the fire pit was showing its age. We stayed in site 37, which was a bit more private and surrounded by trees. The sites in the two loops closest to Rte 86 (#1-13, 27-34, and 51-62) were much closer together, and some didn't have trees between sites. Even at our more "isolated" site, we could still see our neighbors. 

    The bathroom was actually one of the nicest I've seen in a DEC campsite; it looked like it had recently been rebuilt. 

    There are positives and negatives about the location. On the plus side, there's ice cream and places to eat within walking distance. We also forgot lunch for our hike the next day and were able to walk to a convenience store to grab supplies. And if you're doing things in Lake Placid and Saranac, the location is tough to beat. On the minus side, there's a bit of road noise and some of the campsites looked like they had great views of a parking lot.

  • Miccal  M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from D.A.R. State Park Campground
    Mar. 7, 2024

    D.A.R. State Park Campground

    Open fields with lean-tos

    I haven't camped here, I stopped in a spoke to the host. Drove through and was impressed with the campground, it's well maintained and very nice.  The problem for me is it's really two or three connected fields, with hookups in places and lean-tos and fire pits.  There was no privacy. But if you're looking for a tent location or a spot to park your camper while you fish on the lake this is the spot.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Someday Happens River Retreat
    Mar. 1, 2024

    Someday Happens River Retreat

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!



Guide to Ray Brook

Camping near Ray Brook, New York, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are amazing trails nearby, including those around Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday. One reviewer mentioned, "As far as location, there is a lot of stuff to do in the area as we went and hiked the mountain, which was amazing."
  • Water Activities: At Fish Creek Pond Campground, you can enjoy kayaking and swimming. A visitor shared, "Every site has water access, and the water is super shallow all along the shoreline. It’s perfect for dogs, kids, and hanging out in the water."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Cranberry Lake - DEC, are great for fishing. One camper said, "Beautiful state campground in the heart of the Adirondacks. Well maintained, peaceful with wonderful fishing."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept bathrooms and showers. At Wilderness Campground at Heart Lake, a guest noted, "The bathrooms are really nice and warm, especially during the cold off-season."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer from Rollins Pond Adirondack Preserve mentioned, "We were able to snag a lakeside site with plenty of trees and space for our tent."
  • Wildlife: Campers enjoy seeing wildlife. One family at AuSable Chasm Campground said, "We always have wildlife at our site. This past trip we had chipmunks, squirrels, ducks, and a crane."

What you should know:

  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A visitor at Saranac Lake Islands Adirondack Preserve advised, "Super popular, so plan ahead and reserve early."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Saranac Lake Islands, are more primitive. One camper noted, "Primitive camping with water access only. Most sites are on islands."
  • Road Conditions: Be prepared for rough roads in some areas. A camper at AuSable Chasm Campground mentioned, "The road through the campground is dirt and rutted but the speed limit is 5 mph."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. At Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday, one reviewer said, "They had lots of activities to take back to the campsite for rainy days."
  • Pet-Friendly Options: Many campgrounds allow pets, like Fish Creek Pond Campground. A visitor noted, "The bottom is sandy with some rocks, good to have water shoes but not essential."
  • Plan for Bugs: Be ready for bugs, especially in late spring. A camper at Fish Creek Pond Campground mentioned, "Pretty buggy during the last week of May."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Wilmington Notch said, "Campsites are nice but not huge and all in a circle so you are definitely seeing your neighbors."
  • Be Cautious of Dust: Some campgrounds can be dusty. A visitor at Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday noted, "The roads were extremely dusty, especially with all the speed demons in the campground."
  • Use Leveling Blocks: Some sites may not be level. A camper at AuSable Chasm Campground mentioned, "RV site 8 is so out of level that we couldn't get our Airstream level unless we put 10" of blocking under both axles."

Camping near Ray Brook, New York, has something for everyone. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, you're sure to have a great time!

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