Cabin camping near Sloansville, New York provides access to the southern edge of the Adirondack Park foothills at elevations averaging 1,000-1,400 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 50-80°F, with fall nights often dropping below freezing by mid-October. Most cabins in this area sit on heavily wooded sites with mixed hardwood and pine forests creating natural privacy barriers.
What to do
Hike to waterfalls: Several waterfalls are within a short drive of Sloansville area cabins. "There's no pond/lake here but there's several waterfalls nearby and vromans nose," notes a visitor to Max V. Shaul State Park Campground.
Mine for Herkimer diamonds: The region offers unique crystal hunting opportunities. A visitor to Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground reports, "Looking for adventure this is a place to find it. Along with staying at this peaceful wooded campground, one can 'mine' Herkimer Diamond quartz crystals adjacent to the campground via a bridge over the stream."
Winter sports: Some cabins remain accessible during winter months for cold-weather activities. A guest at Frosty Acres Campground describes winter options: "You'll have the entire mountain side all to yourself! Snowshoe, cross country ski. Winter campfires. Owners Mike and Sherri are great."
What campers like
Secluded pond settings: Private cabin sites often feature water access. A camper at DevilDoc Campsites describes, "We had the entire camp ground to myself so that was even better. It is definitely off the beaten path but we'll worth it if your just trying to escape a little bit."
Large, wooded sites: Cabins typically sit on spacious plots. "This campground is a secret gem. They have new bathrooms/showers and family bathrooms. There's a playground, a pavilion, they do fireside jams," reports a visitor to Max V. Shaul State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained cabins and bathhouses are frequently mentioned. A camper at Country Roads Campground notes, "Beautiful campground. Stayed in The Pines section. Spacious sites. Super friendly and helpful staff."
Pet-friendly policies: Many cabins welcome pets with specific restrictions. "We had tons of privacy as it is well clear of the host's home and neighbors," mentions a DevilDoc Campsites visitor who brought their dog along.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most cabin rentals operate from May through October. At Glimmerglass State Park Campground, the season runs "May 13 to October 9," with limited cabin availability during shoulder seasons.
Water access considerations: Some cabins lack direct water access despite nearby lakes. "Very quiet small campground - friendly staff - large spots/mainly bigger setups. Only downside is there is not a hiking/walking path down to the lake from the campground," reports a Glimmerglass visitor.
Electrical connections: Power availability varies significantly. One camper at Country Roads notes, "Mainly an RV ground, but they have about 10-15 great tent sites back beyond the RV area. There are water spigots near all the tent sites and they are nice and spread out."
Firewood regulations: New York State prohibits moving untreated firewood more than 50 miles. "Purchased firewood that was quite competitive in price compared to local grocery/convenience stores that sell kiln dried wood here in NYS. I'd say about double the amount of wood," mentions a Crystal Grove Diamond Mine visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly swimming options: Many cabin locations offer swimming access. "The beach is great and well kept," notes a Glimmerglass State Park visitor regarding the lake swimming area.
Playgrounds and activities: Some campgrounds provide structured entertainment. "They have special events in a pavilion near the RVs including bingo," reports a visitor to Country Roads Campground.
Educational opportunities: Consider cabins near mining or historical sites. "The grandchildren had a great time and love looking and finding Herkimer Diamonds," writes a visitor to Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground about the kid-friendly mining activity.
Space for bikes: Look for cabin sites with room for cycling. One camper at Royal Mountain Campsites mentioned the "Site was HUGE!" while another campground review specifically noted it was "Great camp ground for kids with bikes."
Tips from RVers
Electric hookup variance: Always verify the actual amperage available. A Royal Mountain Campsites visitor noted: "Website stated sites were 30Amp so very happy to have found 50Amp upon arrival!"
Escort service: Some cabin campgrounds offer arrival guidance. "We were escorted to our site upon arrival and I certainly appreciated that as we were very tired after a long day of travel," reports a Country Roads Campground visitor.
Ice cream proximity: Several cabin campgrounds have treats nearby. "I'm sorry but I gotta start by saying that we ate ice cream every night!!! The 'office' is an ice cream shop off the side of the road that all the locals apparently love based on lines and what we tasted!" mentions a Royal Mountain Campsites visitor.
