Campsites near Schuylerville, New York range from riverfront locations to wooded retreats within a 30-mile radius. The region sits at the edge of the Adirondack foothills with elevations between 400-600 feet, creating varied camping terrain. Winter temperatures can drop below 0°F, while summer camping season brings highs in the 80s with moderate humidity.
What to do
River recreation access: Camping on the Battenkill offers excellent river activities including tubing and fishing. "The river is beautiful and the site was huge. We did some fishing and swimming," notes one visitor at the riverfront site 14. Tent sites provide direct river access with privacy from the RV section.
Hiking trail variety: Luzerne Campground provides trails for various skill levels. "Tons of bike riding options. Great little lake for kayaking and fishing. Minutes away from Lake George village," shares a camper. The campground connects to regional trail networks throughout the southern Adirondacks.
Festival camping experiences: Lee's Park Campground transforms during concerts at Saratoga Performing Arts Center. "The Reality Check Experiment even played pre and post-show sets on the park's stage and even a little shakedown too," explains one visitor. The campground offers shuttle service to SPAC for $15 per person.
Water park amenities: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts features an elaborate swimming facility. "The pool is very cool, my kids really enjoyed it...The water park was great, kids spent all day there," reports a family. The facility includes water slides, caves, waterfalls, and LED lights for evening swimming.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts stands out for site size and layout. "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," explains one camper. Each site includes custom fire pits.
Clean facilities: Lake George RV Park maintains high cleanliness standards. "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," shares a visitor. The park also offers dedicated dog facilities with "shaded seating for humans, bathrooms and a dog wash station."
Natural swimming areas: Luzerne Campground provides lake swimming and beach access. "Beautiful beaches, lots of places to hike and lots of places to take a bicycle and go exploring!" notes a visitor. The "swim at your own risk beach" allows for casual water enjoyment without lifeguards.
Resort-style amenities: Lake George RV Park offers comprehensive facilities. "Living 10 minutes away, we were looking for an affordable vacation and we found it! We are already planning our next trip," explains a local visitor. Amenities include "boating pond, fishing pond, playgrounds, cafe/ice cream store, nightly weekend entertainment at their playhouse."
What you should know
Cash-only payment: Lee's Park Campground operates with minimal recordkeeping. "Payment is cash only; you hand them cash, they put a wrist band on you, and then you fend for yourself. There is no record of your stay," explains one visitor. This system offers anonymity but lacks formal registration.
Seasonal pricing variations: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts has significant rate fluctuations. "It was $66/night during the first part of our stay but them jumped up to in-season rates that were $99/night plus $20/night because it was a holiday weekend," reports a camper. Holiday weekends include premium charges.
Limited bathroom facilities: Lee's Park Campground struggles with sanitation during peak events. "Not enough porta-potties and they get very, very bad quickly with such a large crowd," notes a festival attendee. The limited permanent bathroom facilities become overwhelmed during concerts.
Road noise considerations: Ledgeview Village RV Park has some traffic sound issues. "Only downside was the road noise, our site was adjacent to the road and you could hear the loud noise of the tractor trailers all night," reports a camper in a pop-up. Noise may be less noticeable in hard-sided campers.
Tips for camping with families
Enclosed dog parks: Lake George RV Park offers dedicated pet areas. "Best part- the 2 acre dog park with shaded seating for humans, bathrooms and a dog wash station," notes an impressed visitor. The facility caters to multiple pets with separate enclosures for dog safety.
Playground facilities: Ledgeview Village RV Park provides youth entertainment options. "Great for families. Nicely wooded and not crazy packed," explains a visitor. The campground includes "pool, playgrounds, large rec room. My son had a great time."
Entertainment options: Lake George RV Park schedules regular activities. "Free shows every night at the playhouse kids loved. Animal shows kept daytime events going strong," reports a family camper. The park provides on-site entertainment throughout the camping season.
Site selection for safety: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts requires careful site consideration. "Our site had a steep drop off to the lake, not all are like this, but be cautious about this if you have young kids," warns a visitor. Lakefront sites may present water safety concerns for families with small children.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Moreau Lake State Park Campground offers limited services. "This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower," explains a visitor. While the campground provides a dump station, RVs must operate self-contained.
Site navigation challenges: Alpine Lake RV Resort has complex arrival procedures. "If your site neighbors are in their spots already when you arrive it will probably be hard to navigate unless you have a 20' rig," warns an RVer with a 33-foot vehicle. The campground layout requires planning for larger rigs.
Loop selection importance: Moreau Lake State Park Campground has specific areas for larger vehicles. "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)," notes one RVer. Different camping loops offer varying accessibility.
Campsite leveling needs: Lake George RV Park requires additional equipment. "Sites are decent size, but be sure to bring boards to level your trailer for some sites are quite uneven!" advises an experienced camper. The terrain throughout the park varies considerably in grade.
