Camping near Stony Creek, NY

Camping spots near Stony Creek, New York provide diverse backcountry and family-friendly options throughout the southeastern Adirondack region. Located at approximately 830 feet elevation, the area sits at the edge of the Adirondack Park and receives about 40 inches of precipitation annually, creating lush forested camping environments. Several campgrounds in the region remain open through mid-October, with primitive sites typically closing earlier due to temperature drops in fall when overnight lows can reach 40°F.

What to do

Water activities on Schroon River: Campers at Lake George Riverview Campground have direct access to water recreation. "The river is the attraction at this Campground that provides hours of entertainment. My kids really enjoyed fishing& floating in the river," notes one visitor, who adds that the campground offers boat rentals for those without their own equipment.

Biking on dedicated trails: Multiple campgrounds connect to the regional bike path network. The Warren County Bikeway runs behind Whippoorwill Campsites, where one camper mentions, "There is a bike path you can take to town. The pool is heated by solar panels so it is refreshing without being cold." This 10-mile paved trail connects Lake George Village to Glens Falls.

Archery and specialized activities: Some campgrounds offer distinctive recreational options beyond standard camping. At Lake George Escape Campground, "Archery was awesome!" according to one reviewer, while another mentions, "You can mine for gold, chill by the pool or even try your shot at archery!"

What campers like

Private, spacious sites: Many campers praise the privacy at Moose Hillock Camping Resorts. "Sites are huge. Plenty of room for our RV, and small tent. Private. Can't say enough about the pool," writes one visitor. Another notes, "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site."

Lake access for fishing: At Luzerne Campground, visitors appreciate the natural setting and fishing opportunities. "We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes," writes one camper. Another adds, "Older camp facilities but well maintained, nice swim at your own risk beach (no guards), boat rentals, good fishing."

Cleanliness of facilities: Many campgrounds receive praise for their maintenance standards. One camper at Lake George RV Park reports, "The campground is so clean and nice! Perfect for the dogs with best dog park I ever saw. Pools and hot tubs extremely clean and the grounds looked more like a hotel resort than campground."

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the Stony Creek area operate from May through mid-October, with limited options available during shoulder seasons. At Moreau Lake State Park Campground, campers note, "The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed. The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season."

Site selection matters: Campground layout varies significantly across the region. "Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed," notes a visitor to Moreau Lake State Park. However, at other locations like King Phillip's Campground, campers caution, "Getting the right site here is key. Some have room, privacy, and trees. Others are close together, and out in the open."

Road noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience traffic noise due to proximity to main roads. At Hearthstone Point Campground, one camper advised, "Our camp site was close to the road so we did hear cars driving by at night, so I would advise to get a spot away from the road."

Tips for camping with families

Pool amenities: Several campgrounds feature pools specifically designed for family enjoyment. One visitor to Moose Hillock Camping Resorts explains, "From the great grandmother to 2 1/2 yr toddler we all enjoyed the pool. Walk in style, large, heated, slides."

Bike-friendly environments: Families appreciate safe cycling options at many campgrounds. At Whippoorwill Campsites, "It is safe to let kids ride their bikes around the campground, go to the arcade, pool, or playground because nothing is too far away. It is a cozy campground."

Beach access for children: Natural swimming areas appeal to families with children. One Luzerne Campground visitor shares, "My daughter loves it here. We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean."

Tips from RVers

Site leveling requirements: RVers should prepare for varying site conditions. At King Phillip's Campground, "The site pad was packed gravel and slightly unlevel. We have a 27 foot camper and was slightly difficult to maneuver into the site."

Hookup configurations: Different campgrounds offer various levels of RV service. Lake George Riverview Campground provides full service sites, but one RVer notes, "The sewer hook-up was very weird and at an angle that was hard to secure my hose to. Instead of flowing straight down into the ground, it was at 45 degrees and took a big rock for me to secure it."

Satellite reception considerations: Tree cover affects technology access. "I was able to use my roof-mounted satellite dish and get reception but that would not be true for all sites," reports one RVer about Moose Hillock Camping Resorts, where many sites have significant tree cover.