Rexford, New York campsites sit at elevations between 400-1,400 feet with many locations offering water access to lakes, ponds and the nearby Hudson River. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-85°F with periodic thunderstorms common during July and August. Winter camping opportunities are limited to a few select locations that maintain off-season access.
What to do
Hiking nearby trails: Moreau Lake State Park Campground provides access to over 20 miles of trails ranging from easy shoreline paths to challenging mountain routes. "The park has a large number of hiking trails for every level of outdoorsman and the staff is friendly and helpful," notes one visitor. Nearby Inman Pond Trail offers "a nice easy walk in the woods which takes you to a pretty pond good for fishing."
Water activities: Alpine Lake RV Resort offers direct lake access for fishing and paddle sports. As one camper explains, "Bring your boats and SUP boards for lots of fun! Grounds are large and well maintained. Hikers and water enthusiasts will live this place! Lots to explore." Many campgrounds maintain boat rentals during peak season.
Seasonal activities: DevilDoc Campsites provides year-round access with unique winter opportunities. "You'll have the entire mountain side all to yourself! Snowshoe, cross country ski. Winter campfires. Owners Mike and Sherri are great." Winter camping requires additional preparation but offers solitude rarely found during summer months.
What campers like
Private sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts receives consistent praise for site spacing and privacy. "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."
Clean facilities: Max V. Shaul State Park Campground maintains exceptionally clean restroom facilities. "The bath house is clean and modern," reports one camper, while another states it has the "cleanest facilities ever!" New bathhouses were recently constructed, featuring family bathrooms and well-maintained shower areas.
Family amenities: Lake George RV Park offers extensive family-focused facilities. "Every facility was beautiful. We didn't even have to leave the park because there was always something to do," shares one visitor. Another noted, "Best part - the 2 acre dog park with shaded seating for humans, bathrooms and a dog wash station."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially for weekend stays during peak summer months (late June through August). Lake George RV Park fills quickly, though one visitor noted, "We only stayed one night because we were passing thru but it was easy to get a spot!"
Price variations: Costs vary significantly between state parks and private resorts. Woodford State Park Campground offers more affordable rates while maintaining quality facilities. "Clean, quiet, relaxing great water views. The grounds and facilities are well kept," according to one visitor, making it a value option when compared to pricier private resorts.
Yurt camping options: Yurt camping near Rexford, New York provides a comfortable alternative for those seeking more structure than tent camping. Lake George Escape Campground offers yurts with convenient amenities. The campground has "different activities, a waterslide, peddle carts, kayaks and boats for rent, dancing, and teen specific activities too!" making it ideal for families seeking yurt accommodations.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Lake George Escape Campground schedules regular activities for different age groups. "Great Camper camp ground! This place is great for families, it has different activities, a waterslide, peddle carts, kayaks and boats for rent, dancing, and teen specific activities too!" Consider midweek visits when facilities are less crowded.
Swimming options: Lake George RV Park maintains multiple swimming facilities for different ages. "Pools and hot tubs extremely clean and the grounds looked more like a hotel resort than campground. Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong. Water park was great, kids spent all day there."
Noise considerations: Woodford State Park Campground can be lively during peak season. "If you're looking for a quiet spot maybe don't look here. If you have kids and don't mind them making friends and roaming the campground then this is great!" For quieter family camping, consider non-holiday weekdays.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Moreau Lake State Park Campground offers variable site sizes. "The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs)." Research site dimensions before booking, especially for larger units.
Utility connections: Alpine Lake RV Resort provides full hookups at most sites. "The RV sites were spacious and clean, with full hookups and easy access. Everything was well organized, and I appreciated the quiet atmosphere and friendly neighbors." Request a site away from the lake edge if traveling with young children, as some waterfront sites have steep drop-offs.
Access considerations: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts requires careful navigation for larger rigs. "The roads are narrow and many should be one way, but are not. It would have been impossible many places in the grounds to pass a rig on the road due to the amount of other's vehicles, golf carts, decorations etc... so patience is important when arriving and departing."
