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Best Cabin Camping near Sackets Harbor, NY

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Several state parks and private campgrounds around Sackets Harbor, New York provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Westcott Beach State Park Campground offers cabins with electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings, located just minutes from Lake Ontario. Bedford Creek Marina & Campground features pet-friendly cabins with basic furnishings and access to shared bathrooms with showers. Wellesley Island State Park provides more substantial cabin accommodations, with one visitor noting, "We rented cottage A, which was clean, spacious, warm and fully stocked with everything we needed." Most cabins include beds, electricity, and outdoor seating areas, while some feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location and season. Selkirk Shores State Park offers cabins with screened porches and stone fireplaces, making them suitable for cooler weather camping. Sun Outdoors Association Island (formerly a KOA property) provides cabin rentals on an island setting with waterfront views. Most state park cabins operate seasonally from May through October, with limited availability during peak summer months. Advance reservations are essential, particularly for weekend stays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins permitting dogs with additional fees and vaccination documentation. According to one camper at Wellesley Island, "The island is beautiful and the perfect spot to be July to September. They have cabins, RV sites, sites with electric hook up, and rough camp sites."

Most cabins require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, blankets, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties, from basic fire rings to fully equipped kitchenettes. Cabins at Riverside Acres Campground & Cottages include more extensive kitchen setups with cookware and utensils. On-site camp stores at larger facilities like Wellesley Island State Park and Sun Outdoors Association Island stock essential groceries, firewood, and ice. For more substantial shopping, Watertown (approximately 20 minutes from Sackets Harbor) offers full-service grocery stores and outdoor supply retailers. Visitors staying during shoulder seasons should note that many local restaurants and smaller stores close after summer, potentially requiring longer drives for supplies.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Sackets Harbor, New York (31)

    1. Sun Outdoors Association Island

    15 Reviews
    Henderson Harbor, NY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 709-1174

    $53 - $116 / night

    "We stayed at Association Island on Lake Ontario in Henderson, NY, for a three-night excursion to celebrate my daughter’s end-of-9th-grade and start-of-summer. We’re so glad we did! "

    "The sunsets were spectacular and our site was literally just steps from Lake Ontario. All sites are full hook up. Wifi is available and fairly good."

    2. Southwick Beach State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Ellisburg, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 846-5338

    $20 - $35 / night

    "There is TONS of beach to explore at this little State Park in New York. I used to visit here as a kid years ago because my grandparents owned a cottage on the lake."

    "Got to the park on Friday night with storms looming about. Our fire out was underwater. Lake Ontario was so high, there was barely any beach, and the wind was insane.

    Bathrooms were immaculate."

    3. Westcott Beach State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Sackets Harbor, NY
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 646-2239

    $20 - $200 / night

    "We have only camped the electric loop up on the hill across the Street from the rest of the park. It is spacious and restroom buildings are kept up. Nice new children’s playground."

    "You can get campsites along Lake Ontario where you can see amazing sunsets."

    4. Bedford Creek Marina & Campground

    1 Review
    Sackets Harbor, NY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 679-5454

    $61 - $999 / night

    "I love everyone riding around on golf carts"

    5. Wellesley Island State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Thousand Island Park, NY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 482-2722

    $20 - $188 / night

    "However they're doing it all correct in their state parks. This park is amazing. The views of the ST. LAWRENCE River are amazing. You're around some of the best fishing in the country. We'll."

    "We camped in loop F site 43 with full hookups, nice asphalt pad picnic table and fire ring. Our site is located adjacent to a mowed grass path that leads to the main road, close to the camp store."

    6. Swan Bay Resort - The 1000 Islands Premier RV Park & Marina

    12 Reviews
    Thousand Island Park, NY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 262-8297

    "Our site was a “standard site” near the pool, boat launch, activities, and Tiki Bar which surprised us because sites close to activities are usually desired and not discounted."

    "This is a great park. It’s an easy mile from I-81 and just 10-minutes drive to Alexandria Bay downtown. The staff was great— friendly and helpful."

    7. Willows on the Lake Campground

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    Sackets Harbor, NY
    4 miles
    Website

    8. Merry Knoll Campground

    1 Review
    Clayton, NY
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 686-3055

    9. Riverside Acres Campground & Cottages

    1 Review
    Clayton, NY
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 686-4001

    "Wonderful location, great fishing very clean sites & bathrooms. Friendly staff. Fun for whole family."

    10. Fort Drum Recreation Area

    1 Review
    Fort Drum, NY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 772-8222

    "With my family and pets in tow, we took a weekend and committed it to nature and ourselves."

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  • Elizabeth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2020

    Adirondack Mennonite Camping Associates Inc

    Sleepaway camp, family camp, day use

    Beaver Camp (or, officially Adirondack Mennonite Camping Assoc.), is a classic summer youth sleep-away camp on Beaver Lake. Sleeping in cabins with bunk beds, swimming, canoes, and a high ropes course, gathering around the campfire to end the day- Beaver Camp has it all.

    Weekend and week long programming for youth and families, or site rental of cabins and platform tents is available, as well as day use access to the beach and high ropes course.

    This camp is a great way to access a beautiful area in a way customized for your family!

  • John L.
    Nov. 11, 2019

    Wellesley Island State Park Campground

    Fine camping 1000 islands

    NYS may get tons of flack for its politics and politicians. However they're doing it all correct in their state parks. This park is amazing. The views of the ST. LAWRENCE River are amazing. You're around some of the best fishing in the country. We'll. Manicured campground. It's huge by the way. Tons of playgrounds and swimming. Always clean everything. Always friendly staff and campers. Inexpensive I mean really inexpensive. You're 10 min from Alexandria Bay. Boldt castle, singer castle, you can go on river cruises and view these beautiful islands and homes on them. Watch the cargo ships cruise the channel. Electric and water on many sites. Cottages cabins and primitive sites available. Hiking trails all over the park. There's a marina, boat launch and boat rentals. Docking. You can even day trip it use public grills and still enjoy everything the park has to offer. We have so much fun here. It's hard to pack and go home.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 21, 2021

    Wellesley Island State Park Campground

    Nice State park

    We camped in loop F site 43 with full hookups, nice asphalt pad picnic table and fire ring. Our site is located adjacent to a mowed grass path that leads to the main road, close to the camp store. Beautiful area, lots of hiking and biking trails and swim area.

  • Matt G.
    Aug. 1, 2016

    Southwick Beach State Park Campground

    Great part with tons of beach

    There is TONS of beach to explore at this little State Park in New York. I used to visit here as a kid years ago because my grandparents owned a cottage on the lake. Since they sold it, visiting Southwick is the next best thing. Lake Ontario is an amazing lake to be on and the water is pretty warm in the summer time. the waves don't get too big, so it is very safe for kids. Southwick itself has great camping spots right next to the beach. It is a little pricey if you only want to visit for the day, $8, but you can get a tent spot for $18 which is comparable to other state parks. Showers are available, and there are some short trails that are good for running or probably cross country skiing in the winter. There is also a sizable playground near the beach that is great for the kids.

  • Amanda K.
    Sep. 9, 2020

    Wellesley Island State Park Campground

    Big campground with plenty to do

    This campground is massive and the park is beautiful.

    HIGHLIGHTS:

    Beach and Cove-like swim area

    Camp Store/laundry

    Ice Cream

    Arcade

    Marina

    Nature Museum with nature trails nearby 

    Many playgrounds 

    NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

    Boat rentals

    Sunset boat cruises

    Castles

    Wineries

    Cute villages/towns

  • Carol B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 27, 2025

    Kring Point State Park Campground

    Waterfront sites with amenities

    I am tent camping and found my site (105) to have a couple of relatively level areas to choose to set up my tent on. This site is on Goose Bay, but the sites across the road are on the St Lawrence River just a few hundred feet away. Water nearby, brand new bathrooms with showers and two kitchen clean up stations are a short walk away. Every site has a fire ring with a grill and picnic table. Loons are calling, a mink scampered by on the flat rock shore 15’ away with a fish in its mouth. This place is quiet and peaceful. I will 100% return!

  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 28, 2021

    Sun Outdoors Association Island

    Island Getaway

    We stayed at Association Island on Lake Ontario in Henderson, NY, for a three-night excursion to celebrate my daughter’s end-of-9th-grade and start-of-summer. We’re so glad we did! 

    When I made the reservation, this campground was a KOA, but has since changed owners and dissociated. They’re owned by Sun Outdoors who was willing to honor the reservation, site request, and discounted pricing.(Thank you, Sun Outdoors!) 

    The approach by way of a single lane bridge to the island is beautiful. Once on the island, it’s obvious that this is a great place for retreat. Surrounded by Lake Ontario, it’s a secluded and idyllic setting for a RV campground. 

    Our site(#G07) was on the sunset-side of the island and the last of the row beside a walking trail. It was wooded, roomy, and has full hookups, a fire ring, and picnic table. I could probably have fit another RV in the site and still had space to stretch. 

    The sites all seem to be well maintained, the campground has paved roadways, a marina for small boats, swimming pool, and ice cream shop. We didn’t explore off the island and didn’t use the bath or shower facilities. 

    Each of our interactions with staff was warm and friendly. We especially appreciate this when staying anywhere. 

    We met a bunch of people who’ve visited the park for several consecutive years- all of whom told us there have been many upgrades and improvements since the ownership change. 

    Except for the 9-hour drive through three states, we can’t wait to return. We paid a KOA-discounted rate of$88 per night plus a$25 site lock fee. We stayed in our 37’ Class-A motorhome.

  • Brian O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Wellesley Island State Park Campground

    crowded. fine if you're spending your days on the water

    We came to this campground after a week in Algonquin Provincial park in Canada and the contrast couldn't have been greater. Up north we stayed on a large, shady site in a radio free loop and everyone had canoes. In New York we had a cramped, open site and everyone seemed to have a motorboat on a trailer. Our neighbors across the road set up a movie screen . The overall feel was NOT "getting away from it all".
    The facilities are good and there's a nice beach and well stocked General store, also a big boat ramp facility with some docks.
    We chose this location because we were attending the Antique Boat Show in Clayton, 13 miles away, and this was the closest available. It suited us just fine for that.
    Keep your stuff secure, there are brazen raccoons.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 29, 2021

    Swan Bay Resort - The 1000 Islands Premier RV Park & Marina

    Great Resort Campground

    I’ll start by saying Swan Bay is a busy, family-oriented campground. We arrived on a weekend and it was pretty busy but loved it during the week when everybody left and things were quieter. Our site (#38) was a Passport America site so we got a great nightly rate of $42 which is half of the regular nightly rate. Our site was a “standard site” near the pool, boat launch, activities, and Tiki Bar which surprised us because sites close to activities are usually desired and not discounted. Campsite costs depends on whether you get a waterfront (which is $95/night even in the off-season), water view, pull thru, or standard site. Most sites do not have shade but they added a new section that does have some old mature trees and sporadic shade. All the sites are the same in that they have paved parking areas with gravel in front, pavers for a patio and full hook-up. Some of the newer sites now have a bit of shade from trees. There are lots of rental park models and cottages close to the pool and Tiki Bar. Within walking distance is a Price Chopper Grocery, Dollar General, gas station, and wine and liquor store.  

    There is a free boat launch and boat slips (not sure if they are free) for guests. I was hoping to spend a bit of time on my paddleboard but soon realized it is very windy here and found very few windows to paddle. Our neighbor (who has camped here seasonally for the last four years) mentioned that he lost three awnings to the wind. So, don’t leave your awning out when you leave your camper and beware of winds if you want to be on the water. Check-in was quick and easy. The park is gated so you get a gate card to enter the park. You also get a BOGO card to use at the Tiki Bar which has specials during the week (like margarita Monday, bucket of beer, bloody Mary’s, etc.). The pool and Tiki Bar were not very busy when we were there. There is a second pool but it was not open yet for the season. In between the pools is a community fire pit with nice Adirondack chairs which is pretty cool. The playground is awesome and huge with lots of cool features for kids to explore. The dog park is very nice and a decent size to throw a ball for your dog. It also has potable water for drinking, which, for some reason, did not work during our stay. There are gobs of activities for kids and adults. Plenty of rentals too – ranging from boats, kayaks, golf carts, etc. 

    A couple of the downsides of this park are the price (unless you get a discount like we did), sites don’t have much privacy, the park gets crowded and noisy, and there was lots of noise from the construction work within the park they were doing. If you are in the back of the park, you get some road noise from Route 12 and the refrigerated truck at the neighboring Price Chopper. Overall, we loved this park during the slow season and during the week when there were not kids running around and adults playing loud music and drinking constantly.

Guide to Sackets Harbor

Cabin camping near Sackets Harbor, New York offers year-round access to Lake Ontario's eastern shore and the St. Lawrence Seaway. The region sits at approximately 300 feet above sea level with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak season. Winter cabin options remain available at select locations when temperatures regularly drop below freezing from December through March.

What to do

Fishing from shore: Most waterfront sites at Sun Outdoors Association Island provide direct lake access for anglers. "We were able to drop our kayaks right in the water in front of our rig and paddle to our heart's content. The water is clear and cool," notes camper Donna C.

Boat rentals: Explore the St. Lawrence River with rental options at Swan Bay Resort. "There's a marina with pontoon boat rentals. They put on Octoberfest during our stay which featured a live band and food and craft vendors," reports Matt S.

Hiking trails: Explore walking paths at several area campgrounds. At Wellesley Island State Park, one visitor recommends: "I really recommend heading to the nature center and following the trails there. The views are gorgeous and you get some great vistas."

What campers like

Waterfront views: Cabins with lake views are highly sought after. "Our site backed up to the water and although it was windy they thought ahead and built the fire pit up to block it," mentions April L. about Southwick Beach State Park.

Spacious sites: Many cabin areas offer roomier layouts than standard tent sites. "Very spacious and private. We reserved the site 3 days prior and still found most waterfront campsites already reserved," notes Erin B. about her stay at Wellesley Island State Park.

Community amenities: Shared facilities enhance the cabin camping experience. "In between the pools is a community fire pit with nice Adirondack chairs which is pretty cool. The playground is awesome and huge with lots of cool features for kids to explore," says Nancy W. about facilities at Swan Bay Resort.

What you should know

Seasonal availability: Most cabin facilities operate on limited schedules. "The island is beautiful and the perfect spot to be July to September," shares one camper about Association Island.

Weather considerations: Lakefront locations experience significant wind, especially in spring and fall. A Swan Bay Resort regular mentioned "that he lost three awnings to the wind. So, don't leave your awning out when you leave your camper and beware of winds if you want to be on the water."

Pricing variations: Cabin rental costs fluctuate based on location, amenities, and season at Westcott Beach State Park. "We always camp in the plateau across the road from the main park area-sites are huge, clean bathrooms and a nice park right in the circle," reports cheyenne.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Look for cabins near play areas for convenience. "Nice new children's playground. Nice hiking trail as well," notes Theresa F. about the facilities at Westcott Beach State Park.

Beach safety: Lake Ontario beaches vary in swimming conditions. "Lake Ontario is an amazing lake to be on and the water is pretty warm in the summer time. The waves don't get too big, so it is very safe for kids," shares Matt G.

Activity planning: Many sites offer organized recreation. "There are gobs of activities for kids and adults. Plenty of rentals too – ranging from boats, kayaks, golf carts, etc.," explains Nancy W. about options at Swan Bay Resort.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Choose cabins on higher ground during rainy periods. "After it rained one night our site & others around us were completely flooded," warns Bella J. about her experience at Southwick Beach State Park.

Off-season benefits: Cabin camping in shoulder seasons provides a quieter experience. "We loved this park during the slow season and during the week when there were not kids running around and adults playing loud music and drinking constantly," shares one RVer about Riverside Acres Campground.

Proximity to supplies: Some cabin locations offer better access to necessities. "Within walking distance is a Price Chopper Grocery, Dollar General, gas station, and wine and liquor store," notes Nancy W., highlighting the conveniences near Swan Bay Resort.

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