Devil Doc Campsites welcomes glamping enthusiasts with unique accommodations on a sprawling 25-acre property in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. Guests can stay in platform tents or a distinctive bus conversion that has been transformed into cozy glamping quarters, complete with comfortable beds and rustic-chic furnishings. "We had a wonderful three-day weekend at Rich's place," one visitor noted, highlighting the private setting around a picturesque artesian-fed pond. Kayuta Lake Campground and Marina offers additional glamping options with canvas safari tents featuring real beds with linens, electricity, and private outdoor spaces for nature immersion without sacrificing comfort. These eco-friendly glamping accommodations balance wilderness experience with essential modern amenities while providing easy access to the natural beauty of the Adirondack region.
Hiking trails connect directly from Devil Doc Campsites to nearby lakes and forest paths, allowing glampers to explore without relocating their vehicles. The property features multiple water features including a scenic pond perfect for fishing or quiet contemplation. A recent visitor shared, "If you are looking for a quiet and private out of the way site... this is it." Rich, the hospitable owner, often provides morning coffee and recommendations for local attractions such as Nine Corners Lake with its crystal-clear swimming waters. Adirondack Mennonite Camping Associates offers additional glamping experiences with platform tents situated near Beaver Lake, providing water-based activities like canoeing and swimming. The region's dark skies create ideal conditions for stargazing, with minimal light pollution enhancing views of the Milky Way—a perfect complement to evenings spent around a crackling campfire.
"It's first come first serve so best to find another place if you intend to drive up to your campsite. The drive up campsite had an outhouse though so that was nice"
"Cooler weather meant no bugs to contend with Next year we took a canoe to our site, it was July, warm weather, warm water and the bugs were not terrible, we were at Site 1, secluded in a cove, not a lot"
$18 / night
"No electric or water hook ups (for RVs) and no shower facilities, but there are restrooms. Staff was friendly and helpful. Helped me pick out a site and made sure I was good once I set up."
"Beautiful, peaceful large pond/small lake. Loons. Ducks and ducklings. Beaver. Canoes($20/day) and kayak rentals. Firewood for sale ($9?) or gather downed wood. Fishing."
"Great for swimming, kayaking, and a gorgeous place to wake up next to the water. There are two access points to the water, the more hidden point is where you hike in for camping."
"Beaver Camp (or, officially Adirondack Mennonite Camping Assoc.), is a classic summer youth sleep-away camp on Beaver Lake."
$57 - $67 / night
"Easy access, great staff, well kept facilities and a beautiful setting. What more can you ask for? The sites themselves are a good size."
"Bathrooms are a little old but very clean. Had fun shooting archery targets. They also have lazer tag but we didn't participate. No cable but you can buy 5g wifi."
$20 - $40 / night
"The short but steep trail to Echo Cliffs within walking distance was my favorite part because it was so close and you could see Piseco Lake below."
"Camped right on the lake. Kayak rentals available and super close to hiking trails."
$24 - $32 / night
"We stayed here a while ago while running the Boilermaker, at the time we had outfitted our twelve passenger van with a bed and used the electric hookups for our fans and chargers."
"It was pretty quiet especially after quiet hours everyone was very respectful. It got really windy at night which was nice to keep the bugs away. Friendly neighbors as well."
"An incredible plethora of things to do - river floating, great play ground and pool, well stocked store, the restaurant across the street at the mines is delicious, the diamond mines were AWESOME."
"Clean ...clean bathrooms ...large sites lots of fun activities for the kids fishing and tubing on the creek...well stocked store reasonable prices...pool is clean well maintained...pet friendly...enclosed"
$15 - $25 / night
"My buddy and I were looking for a campsite for a quick overnight stay before a bike trip around the Adirondacks, and this spot was a perfect fit."
"He and his buddy, Rick, live on acres and acres of forested property, with my favorite campsites located at a seemingly magical pond surrounded by beautiful pine and birch trees."
$40 - $131 / night
"The sites are small, but there are mature trees between them & woodsy areas around the campsites. The campground is clean and well kept. The laundry room and bathrooms were clean."
TravelerWe were there 4th of July weekend, and the park was fully booked. Very friendly rangers, electricity in bathrooms, hot showers, and a nice dishwashing and recycling center.
The campsite connects to the beach area and there is boat rental, but no pets allowed in the beach area.
For us, a drawback was a lack of any hikes connecting to the campsite.
GuideWe stayed here a while ago while running the Boilermaker, at the time we had outfitted our twelve passenger van with a bed and used the electric hookups for our fans and chargers. We had a fire pit and picnic table as well. It was a beautiful spot on the Delta Reservoir, had plenty of trees and access to the reservoir for wading and swimming. The bath houses were clean and centrally located. Nice little no-frills campsite.
RangerWe spent a relatively quiet long weekend here on loop F 97, which is a bit removed from the main campground. It was a bit noisy on Saturday night but nothing disturbing. This site also is bordered by a small stream so expect mosquitoes and the occasional visit from wildlife (we had raccoons at our site each night, so kept food in the car). Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table.
There is a store just outside the entrance that sells ice, wood, groceries. There are quite a few roadside firewood sellers that are reasonably priced. The fire pit does not have a narrow grilling grate so bringing something to ensure your food won't fall through the widely spaced bars is helpful.
As I said, our site was out of the main population, but it was a bit of a hike to the restroom which is something to keep in mind if you've really got to get to a bathroom first thing in the morning.
There is a Walmart about 10 miles away in Gloverville, so keep this in mind if you are planning on picking up essentials when you arrive.
There are no sites with electric.
RangerDelta Lake State Park sits at the foothills of the Adirondack Park, just outside Rome, New York. Pretty and well-kempt, Delta Lake is a nice option for those looking to stay close to home and within proximity to civilization. You can enjoy the great outdoors, while only being a few miles away from a restaurant or grocery store.
The campground isn‘t the best I’ve experienced, a bit on the crowded side-similar to a woodsy suburb- but this could have been distinctive to Loop A where I stayed. I stayed in site 35 and was intermixed with all the campers and RV’s, so it got a bit noisy. Not that restful, secluded experience I typically go for, but I should have planned further in advance.
However, what the park lacked in terms of its campground, it totally made up for in its beach, swimming and picnic areas! This place was awesome for hosting a birthday party for my niece and relaxing at the beach/ day facilities. They have plenty of picnic tables, charcoal grills, a huge beach and locker rooms. This is really a great place to spend a day with your family!
TravelerThe sites are small, but there are mature trees between them & woodsy areas around the campsites. The campground is clean and well kept. The laundry room and bathrooms were clean. I didn’t have a chance to use the deck or the indoor pool.
The owners made me feel welcome from the minute I arrived. They went above & beyond for me.
The facilities are not wheelchair accessible. The owners said that they are working on that.
GuideWe had a waterfront hookup ! So pretty especially in the morning with the sunrise. The road to get in was for the most part well taken care of. It was pretty quiet especially after quiet hours everyone was very respectful. It got really windy at night which was nice to keep the bugs away. Friendly neighbors as well. There’s a few steps down to a gravel beach and an expansive view of the delta lake. There were bathrooms in the middle of our loop which was great and easy to walk to and it was very clean. There is a water full station when you enter but there are also a couple water spigots in our loop.
GuideAs I sat having by my coffee, watching steam rise from the pond, I listened to the distant calls of Loons.
I’d describe this campground as a hidden gem, but it’s not for everyone. To get here you leave the paved road and take a gravel road a little ways. On our way we spotted a group of Turkeys wandering about. This campground is for the adventurous. No electric or water hook ups (for RVs) and no shower facilities, but there are restrooms.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Helped me pick out a site and made sure I was good once I set up. Bring or rent a Canoe and you can travel out to an island in the middle of the pond from which families jump from a large rock into the lake.
As the sun sets and the stars come out, you’ll look up and suddenly realize just how small you are as you stare at the heavens and see the Milky Way.
Nothing but peace and quiet. When it’s quiet hours, the only thing you here is nature and the occasional crackle of someone’s fire.
Would I go here again? Brown Tract is one of those places that after you go once, you find yourself going again and again. Our tripped was booked as soon as we could.
GuideThis was our first time here, and we were looking forward to a relaxing visit. The sites were very large and well spaced out, with a beautiful fire ring. The bathrooms were clean. This campground got a 3/5 mainly because quiet hours are not enforced. Unfortunately, people were up blaring radios until approximately 3 am, being roudy. At approximately 2 am, someone decided it would be a good idea to do burnouts with their diesel truck, and went around the camp loop twice, doing just that. Vehicles were driving by the campsites all night long. This is naturally not entirely the campgrounds fault, but it was unfortunate to be misled by the campground rules. On a positive note, the campground is dog friendly, in certain areas, with proof of rabies vaccination, of course. Overall, I would say that this campground is geared more toward the RV and trailer crowd.
GuideWe've visited this campground 6 times since we found it 4 years ago, and keep coming back for more. Easy access, great staff, well kept facilities and a beautiful setting. What more can you ask for?
The sites themselves are a good size. They aren't huge, but you'll have enough room to get creative with your parking. Plenty of trees to hang your hammocks on. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit, and for the most part are fairly level. Not all sites have full hookups, some are just power, some are only grey water, and some are full. There are a lot of full timers here, so the grounds can look fuller than they really are as most often the majority of the full time sites are not occupied. But on big weekends, when everyone shows up, its still not too crowded.
The facilities are modern and well kept. The only issue I had was the shower heads are at about 5'2" above the floor. I'm 6' tall. So that kinda sucked. But the pressure and temp were great, so its still a win. Plus, camping isn't really about taking showers anyways, right? Other than that the bath houses are well maintained and stocked. And they are never more than a quick walk from your camper.
Did I mention there is a pool? There is. And its HEATED. Which is nice, as we often get up there early or late in the season, and a heated pool is a necessity. There's also a good sized playground, an arcade, and lots of games for kids (and adults) to play like basketball, shuffle board, corn hole or horse shoes.
They have a great little shop there too, with just about everything you'd need to make a great weekend. And the staff is fantastic as well. The river is a little weird to get to, but totally worth it for kayaking, sailing or whatever kind of boating you want to do.
So that's a lotta Pro's. I should list some Cons too, to keep it fair.
Check them out, and they'll become one of your favorites too!
Thendara sits at the edge of the Adirondack Park in upstate New York, surrounded by forests and waterways at approximately 1,700 feet elevation. The area's camping options range from primitive sites requiring boat access to fully equipped RV parks with electrical hookups. Winter temperatures can drop below zero while summer highs typically reach the 70s and 80s, creating distinct camping seasons from May through October.
Paddle pristine waters: At Stillwater Reservoir, visitors can access over 40 remote campsites, most requiring boat transportation. "My wife and I kayaked to Long Island and stayed for a weekend. It was quiet and had the whole island to our self. Would recommend if you want to break away from technology because you get zero service out there," notes Sam T.
Explore Echo Cliffs Trail: Located within walking distance of Little Sandpoint Campground, this short but steep trail offers scenic views of Piseco Lake. "Hike to Echo Cliffs right from the campground," says Kyle M., highlighting the convenience of trail access directly from the camping area.
Visit mining sites: The region offers unique geological experiences like digging for clear quartz crystals. "The mines are so much fun. Some of the sites are crowded but each site has plenty of space. The whole park is well maintained," explains Kelly F. about her experience at a nearby mining attraction.
Remote island camping: Multiple campgrounds feature island sites accessible only by boat. "We were at Site 10, an island site with a large sandy beachfront, we borrowed a motor boat to get there this year and brought plenty of gear for 4 days," shares Geoff W. about his experience at Stillwater Reservoir.
No-motor lakes: Several ponds and small lakes prohibit motorized watercraft. "This campground is peaceful and lovely. There are no motorboats allowed on the lake, so the water is perfect for paddling. There is a small beach for if you don't get a waterfront campsite," Angela explains about Brown Tract Pond Campground.
Natural swimming areas: Many campsites provide water access for swimming. "Large sandy Adirondack beach and day use area. Pet friendly. Very friendly staff. Clean, stocked bathrooms/toilet with sink and soap," says Monica F. about the swimming facilities at Brown Tract Pond.
Limited services: Many sites operate without full amenities. "No hookups. No onsite showers (can use another Golden Beach Campground showers a few miles away.) No cell or internet. Maybe wifi near entrance?" reports Monica F. about Brown Tract Pond Campground.
Bear protocols: Wildlife safety requirements can affect camping setup. "No bear proof lockers to help out like federal campgrounds. Will not be back until we get a trailer or RV," mentions Lawrence L., highlighting stricter requirements at some locations.
Glamping close to Thendara, New York: For those seeking comfort, DevilDoc Campsites offers cabin options. "You will find three tent sites and a small cabin with loft on the property presently. There are plans to expand into another cabin for the bathhouse," explains Tony F. about this developing glamping option near Thendara.
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