Cabin camping options near Westport, New York range from waterfront accommodations to secluded forest sites across the Adirondack region. The area sits where the Adirondack Mountains meet Lake Champlain, with elevations varying from 100 feet at the lakeshore to 4,000+ feet in the nearby High Peaks. Weather patterns shift dramatically through seasons, with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F while winter temperatures routinely drop below freezing.
What to do
Hiking trails access: Putnam Pond Campground provides direct trail access to wilderness areas. "Behind the 100-Acre section are trails that lead to Whiteface Mountain so you don't have to get in the car to start a hike. My dog loved running through the woods and there were a couple of small streams where she could get a drink of water," notes a visitor to Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Biking opportunities: Several campgrounds offer paved and unpaved cycling paths. "Nice park for cycling the Lake Champlain Byway," reports one camper about Button Bay State Park. Another visitor to AuSable Chasm Campground mentions, "I wish I had my bike!!! I didn't know that this was a biking campground and there were SO MANY trails."
Water activities: Lake access provides swimming and boating options. "We spent a day on the ponds (Putnam & North Pond are connected) and it is beautiful. The water is cool, clean and beautiful," shares a camper from Putnam Pond Campground. At North Beach Campground, a visitor notes, "Easy access to the lake."
What campers like
Quiet, secluded sites: Many campers appreciate privacy at certain locations. "We stayed in site #73 of the 100-Acre section and would highly recommend staying in this area as opposed to the other. This section has tall shad trees and much more space between sites than the resort area," writes a guest at Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday.
Bathroom facilities: Clean restrooms get frequent mention in reviews. A visitor to North Beach Campground says, "Bathrooms were more than acceptable," while another at Draper's Acres notes, "Both bath houses were adequate, even containing shampoo and body wash."
Proximity to towns: Location near Burlington and Lake Placid provides convenience. "This has been one of our favorite campsites so far. We loved being able to walk down to the beach, as well as having full hookups," states a North Beach camper. Another visitor adds, "Burlington is my favorite city by far, and this campground is right on the beach! Biking into Burlington takes 5-10 minutes."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds operate May through October with limited winter access. A visitor to Shelburne Camping Area mentions, "Camped here for the Burlington Questival. Perfect place to hang out with friends and be outdoors. Love that it's open year round!"
Road noise: Some campgrounds experience traffic sounds. "The campground is literally in the middle of a neighborhood, which wasn't my favorite environment," notes a Draper's Acres visitor. Another camper adds, "There is some road noise during the day but it was nice and quiet at night."
Site selection matters: Location within campgrounds affects privacy and comfort. A Rogers Rock visitor advises, "Look carefully at the map when choosing your site. Many of them are near the main road. Sites aren't particularly level or large."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. A visitor to Rogers Rock Campground mentions, "The day use area has shady spots and grills, nice for the kids," while a Button Bay State Park camper notes, "This state park is so fun to camp at! It has a great playground for kids and a nice swimming pool!"
Kid-friendly water options: Shallow water areas provide safer swimming. "This is a good campground for families that are not too rowdy. There is a pool for swimming, paved roads are good for bikes & scooters, pavilion for activities, lake for swimming & fishing and hiking trails," states a Button Bay visitor.
Special activities: Some campgrounds offer organized programming. A visitor to Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks shares, "The kids loved the gem mining and train rides!! We enjoyed the water view and the staff was so nice to us!"
Tips from RVers
Full hookup availability: Several campgrounds provide complete RV services. "We had a full hook up 50a pull through for 3 nights as we toured the northeast," mentions a Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday visitor. Another notes, "We stayed in a full hook-up site that was plenty long enough for our 45' RV and tow car."
RV access considerations: Road conditions affect larger vehicle access. A camper at Rogers Rock notes, "Roads in the park are gravel and were very dusty," while another visitor mentions, "Another ding for us was that there were lots of tree limbs that needed to be trimmed. Maneuvering through the park was pretty tight for us and we had to take it really slow."
Check electrical reliability: Electrical issues occur at some campgrounds. At Draper's Acres, "We had water/electric for a trailer at $35 a night in perfect location between Keene Valley and Lake Placid. Sites were clean and the fire pits were beautiful!"
