South Glens Falls camping options sit where the Adirondack foothills meet the Hudson River, creating a natural transition zone between mountainous terrain and river valley. The camping season typically runs May through mid-October, with average summer temperatures ranging 75-85°F during the day and 50-60°F at night. Proximity to both Lake George and Saratoga Springs makes this area a strategic base camp for regional exploration.
What to do
Water activities on Schroon River: Lake George Schroon Valley Resort offers direct river access for tubing, fishing, and swimming. "From tubing down the Schroon River to visiting local eateries in Bolton Landing, there is simply nothing better than a stay here. While it's simple, you benefit from being able to spend a lot of time outdoors enjoying the natural beauty of the Adirondack's," notes Tom D.
Archery practice: Lake George Escape Campground provides archery facilities for beginners and experienced archers. "Archery was awesome!" reports Kimberly S., while another camper mentions "You can mine for gold, chill by the pool or even try your shot at archery! Something for everyone here, teen nights, family days and everything in between."
Historical exploration: Fort Ticonderoga is accessible from Brookwood RV Resort. "Ft Ticonderoga is a few miles to the north where you can explore history with re-enactors," says Jean C., while Michael J. adds "easy access to Fort Ticonderoga, restaurants in town and Lake George area."
What campers like
Heated swimming pools: Alpine Lake RV Resort features swimming options for cooler days. "They have movies, dances and even some kayaking, padding, ect. They have these dinos scattered throughout the park and also a few pools," notes Meag F.
Clean facilities: Ledgeview Village RV Park maintains spotless bathrooms and grounds. "The shower room is very tidy and I like it very much!" says Bai C., while Lauren adds, "Bathrooms very clean. Pool was nice." Cecilia K. observed, "The pool was very cold but spotless, which was surprising since there's pine trees all around."
Large dog parks: Lake George RV Park offers extensive pet amenities. "Best part- the 2 acre dog park with shaded seating for humans, bathrooms and a dog wash station," writes April L. Another visitor noted, "Perfect for the dogs with best dog park I ever saw."
What you should know
Road noise varies by site: Some campgrounds experience traffic sounds from nearby highways. At Ledgeview Village RV Park, "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," according to Lauren. Jeffrey B. notes similar issues at Lake George Schroon Valley Resort: "The downside is the noise from the Northway within earshot."
Wi-Fi reliability fluctuates: Dorset RV Park and others offer internet with varying dependability. One camper reported, "WiFi: exists, but 100% unreliable. Not just slow, often was entirely offline or connected without Internet. When it did work, it was actually halfway decent." At Brookwood RV Resort, "We got crappy cell service, and the camp wifi was spotty- but hey, we were camping, right?"
Seasonal campers dominate some areas: Many campgrounds host long-term residents. "Most of the campers in the campground seem to be weekend warriors who leave their campers on premises to enjoy them on the weekends," observed Kasey M. about Lake George Schroon Valley Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Ledgeview Village RV Park offers clean play areas. "Has a playground and pool. Kids enjoyed the area," notes Lauren, while Valeria C. mentions "friendly staff, pool, playgrounds, large rec room. my son had a great time."
Check camp store hours: RV campgrounds near South Glens Falls stock essentials but have limited hours. "Beware of those prices at the camp store!" warns Meag F. about Lake George Escape Campground.
Consider off-peak visits: Jamaica State Park Campground provides quieter family experiences outside summer peaks. "We managed to get a prime leanto site right on the river. We were only there for an overnight but we will be back," reports M.A.D. P. Another visitor notes, "Nice little weekend getaway. Clean bathrooms, roomy tent sites, nice staff. Fun playground and nature area for kids."
Tips from RVers
Tree clearance considerations: Some roads within campgrounds have low-hanging branches. At Alpine Lake RV Resort, a camper observed: "They have many activities you can do on site (swimming in pools or lakes, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, floating, bike riding, playgrounds or weekly planned events). The roads are narrow and many should be one way, but are not."
Site leveling challenges: Brookwood RV Resort offers level sites, while others require preparation. "Sites were really wooded, quiet, level, and spread out," notes John, while Beth R. lists among the pros: "Level, shaded site" but mentions "Gravel site" as a con.
Site size verification: Confirm your RV will fit at your specific site. At Dorset RV Park, one camper reported: "Initially offered site 1 but wanted to be out of the way. After being on site, my 35' rig wouldn't have fit at all, may have been without site and likely w/o refund. A ~20-25' TT was in that spot comfortably."
