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Barber Homestead Park's campsites welcome pets in a quiet, well-maintained setting close to Lake Champlain. Located in Westport, New York, this family-run campground operates from Memorial Day to Columbus Day and features spacious RV sites with full hookups. Other pet-friendly options nearby include Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday and Crown Point Campground, both offering designated pet areas with waste stations. Most campgrounds in the region require dogs to be leashed at all times except in designated exercise areas. Pet-friendly accommodations include tent sites, RV spots with 50-amp service, and at select locations, cabins that allow dogs with additional cleaning fees. Restroom facilities are clean and well-maintained at most campgrounds, with some properties offering direct lake access for pets who enjoy swimming.
Hiking trails near Lincoln Pond Campground provide excellent opportunities for leashed dogs, with many campers reporting the quiet, wooded environment ideal for morning walks. The surrounding Adirondack region offers numerous pet-friendly hiking options within a 30-minute drive of most campgrounds. Button Bay State Park features a dedicated dog beach and trail area where pets can cool off in Lake Champlain. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid hot ground surfaces that can burn paw pads. Wildlife encounters are possible in this region, so keeping dogs properly leashed and supervised is essential for their safety. Local veterinary services can be found in nearby Elizabethtown and Vergennes for emergency care, though cell reception is limited at some campgrounds with only one bar of service reported at certain properties.
"The first is where you'll find the lean-tos and the dog trail/beach. This area is super quiet, offers a bit of shade, and plenty of privacy."
"We selected it because it was nearby for our second outing with our new (used) R-Pod camper. Turns out it's a wonderful park."
"They do not have a dog park and this caused our pup to get a bit hyper."
"They do have a very nice network of trails, both within the campground property and in the surrounding forest, all of which were leashed dog friendly. "
"The toilets are composing toilets, but from the user experience, it's very close to a regular toilet in that it's in a stall in a nice, well maintained proper bathroom (unlike some composting toilets in"
"There are less than 20 sites total, and all sites are near walk-in paths to excellent views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks or the Green Mountains. The facility is small, but adequate."
from $23 / night
Check Availability"On river border of NY & VT. Nice views from the campsites, some places to walk around including a bridge. Lots of room for big RV, good hookups. Pretty quiet. Clean and well cared for."
"Walking around you can see sunrises, sunsets, boats, forts, the bridge, history. The fort and its museum are the main attractions but there’s a lot more to do nearby as well."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"This is a nice little private campground in Shelburne, just outside of Burlington. Close to Lake Champlain. Good place to spend the night and good access to activities."
"Lastly, the location was perfect, just outside of Burlington made access to the area ideal."
"The waterfront sites are great, but you can be very close to your neighbors. The last site 15 is also right next to a very busy boat launch."
"This state campground offers a variety of wooded sites, some drive in and others remote boat-in (29R-31R)."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"Quiet campground, close to many hiking high peak trails. Love the caretakers dog Rookie."
"We rented two spaces next to one another and had plenty of room for cars and all our tents. There were fire pits and picnic tables for use as well."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"Sites 1 to 16 are close to each other. Sites 113 to 119 are bad. Very close to each other. No redeeming qualities.
Sites have 30 amp electric and water but might need a longish cord or hose."
"A very short and easy drive right outside of Burlington, with direct access to the greenway along the lakefront."
from $37 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Direct access to Lake Champlain. This is a hidden gem in that area! "
"Pam met us outside as she said ‘dodging rain drops’ to stack wood. She was warm and friendly."
"The only thing I didn't like was that you can hear a train around 10:45 pm and again early in the morning. Other than that, great views of the lake and mountains!"
TravelerIt’s been a few years since we were there last but always enjoyed going here. Facilities were always clean. Campground is pet friendly and have a small dog park. Pool was looking a bit outdated when we were last there but totally functional. We’d go back in a second.
GuideCampground is placed 10 minutes from the bottom of Lake George with great hiking trails in the surrounding area. The campground it’s self it’s very clean in every aspect. On a river with water activities, beach, pool, a BAR, and so many more outdoor activities. Every night there are wagon tours of the campground, staff is seen frequently but very relaxed environment. Very family and pet friendly (They have their own dog park!) This was my 5th summer going up with friends and about our 8th trip overall and every time it’s a great experience!
ScoutSites-the section we were in the sites were huge and clean, the grass needed to be cut.
Staff was excellent! Helpful and Courteous
If you need a baby sitter this is a place for you,
No adult supervision . Kids riding motorized scooters, mini bikes, and driving golf carts.
Definitely going over the 5mph posted limit.
Dog park needed to have the grass cut.
Bugs are horrible bring bug spray and a screenhouse.
Don't pay xtra for water site on frog pond. That's exactly what you get a grass and frog swap.
Boat launch clearly marked no swimming and no going to the other side. Clearly people can not read.
If you have young children this is the place for you, many activities for children.
Wi-Fi - If you need internet they charge you for it. Most campgrounds offer free Wi-Fi (we did pay the $15 because we needed it for work).
Over priced if you don't have children to take advantage of the activities offered.
Suggestion allow pet swimming at the boat launch.
GuideI have a 24’ RV towing a 30 foot trailer for perspective. I easily fit in site 107 and lots of other sites would have worked. They have a place to drop trailers if you don’t fit.
Sites 90 to 108 are best. Spaced out under trees.
Sites 1 to 16 are close to each other.
Sites 113 to 119 are bad. Very close to each other. No redeeming qualities.
Sites have 30 amp electric and water but might need a longish cord or hose. Clean easy to use dump with water.
Tent sites looked nice.
Short walk to nice beach or you can drive a car. Short tunnel so no campers or bikes on the roof.
Right next to rails to trails path that goes onto a causeway over the lake. There is a bike ferry to keep going. Nice ride.
Nice dog park 3/4 miles to the South on the trail.
Far away from noise. Can’t comment on loud campers.
GuideVery nice, clean campsite. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Campsites are spread out, great dog walking areas , and very spacious dog parks, one for big dos and one for little ones.
ScoutWe visited this campground twice this summer after the switchover to KOA. They had lots of activities to take back to the campsite for rainy days. They do not have a dog park and this caused our pup to get a bit hyper.
LegendThis is a very basic campground situated in a small village in the Adirondacks – situated between Saranac Lake and Lake Placid. Every site has a picnic table and an open fire grill and most of the sites on the outer ring have a lot of privacy as they are lined with trees and shrubs. Lots of spaces for larger RV’s, but we saw mostly tent campers.
Bathrooms are mostly clean and the showers are nice. There is a quality dishwashing sink by the bathrooms. Overall, the campground is ok, but needs a bit of a facelift, repainting, etc. Also, you can hear the sounds of the city (cars, leaf blowers, and other things that remind you that you are not truly in the woods).
The best part about this campground is that it is conveniently located between two awesome places and is relatively inexpensive, so if you don’t plan to spend much time in the campground itself, it’s perfect.
We used this campground as a basecamp to mountain bike on an awesome trail just outside of Saranac Lake, the Bloomingdale Bog trail. The following day, we did a quadrathlon that involved kayaking the length of Lake Placid, hiking to the summit of Whiteface Mountain, kayaking back, and then finished the day at Lake Placid Pub and Brewery for dinner. Highly recommended, but plan on a 9-10 hour day on the lake/trail!
With its central location, this campground is close to everything you may need, most even within walking distance.
TravelerI'm from this part of Upstate New York State, and we came up for a weekend to go to a baby shower and decided to camp out at Cumberland Head! Lots of shadey spots, very nice camping spots on Lake Champlain and the morning sunrise is beautiful!! Do yourself a favor, and visit Cumberland Head State Park!!!
GuideTo start off, we are avid KOA campers. So when we looked at this campground, we expected the typical layout which had a swimming pool and other stuff for the kids, however, this campground lacked all of the above. When we arrived here, check-in was easy we did drive along ways to get to our campsite which was nice to be wooded, but I did miss the typical activities and KOA usually has which when I booked the site, I usually expect them since the prices usually, fairly high compared to state parks. Our main reason for seeing KA versus state parks for these extra activities. With that said the bathrooms were clean, which we barely use since we have a full hook up camper. The dog park was very small and it looked like they did the very minimum to check the block. If you’re looking for a place to run your little guy around, he might be disappointed at this place. However, there are plenty hikes nearby to wear them out if you desire. As far as location, there is a lot of stuff to do in the area as we went and hike, the mountain, which was amazing.
The Champlain Valley region surrounding Westport, New York sits at approximately 200 feet above sea level, creating a moderate climate compared to the higher elevation Adirondack peaks nearby. The camping season typically runs from mid-May through mid-October, with July temperatures averaging 80°F during the day and dropping to the upper 50s at night. Cell reception varies dramatically throughout the area, with most campgrounds receiving only 1-2 bars of service.
Waterfront activities at Button Bay: Located on Lake Champlain's Vermont side, the park offers excellent paddling opportunities. "We've been camping at Button Bay for years...the main camping area is essentially a huge field, so not much shade or privacy. The benefit of this area is that it's closer to everything - the playground, pool, nature center, kayak and canoe rentals, and the trail out to the point," notes Tara S.
Hiking trails near Whiteface Mountain: The Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday provides access to multiple mountain trails. "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," shares Nancy W.
Historical sites at Crown Point: Just 15 miles south of Westport, the campground sits adjacent to ruins of colonial-era forts. "Lots of history here, old forts. On river border of NY & VT. Nice views from the campsites, some places to walk around including a bridge. Lots of room for big RV, good hookups," explains Harry H.
Small, quiet state parks: Mount Philo State Park offers a more intimate camping experience. "Only 8 campsites, dispersed in the trees. $23/night. Picnic table and fire pit. Moderate cell service. Nice hikes and cool views of the area!" reports Kaelin P. This makes it ideal for pet owners seeking less crowded environments.
Easy lake access: Multiple waterfront sites provide direct water access for pets and families. "The waterfront sites are great, but you can be very close to your neighbors. The lake and area are beautiful," notes IAN P. about Lincoln Pond Campground, located 25 minutes from Westport.
Clean facilities: Barber Homestead Park maintains well-kept restrooms and grounds. "Very quiet, well maintained campground. Easy to maneuver our rig into. Restrooms & laundry room were very nice. Direct access to Lake Champlain. This is a hidden gem in that area!" says Andrew M.
Limited amenities at remote sites: Some campgrounds offer more isolated options with fewer services. "This state campground offers a variety of wooded sites, some drive in and others remote boat-in (29R-31R). The main campground offers full service bathrooms with showers; remote sites (including several drive-in sites) have an outhouse, but no potable water," explains Jean C. about Lincoln Pond.
Site privacy varies significantly: Many campgrounds feature a mix of open and secluded sites. "The campground on the mountain side has a playground, huge store, gem mining, arcade (which needs some love), hiking trails and a common area with some games. They have cabins, tent site areas, and huge wooded camper sites," describes Nicole S. about the Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA.
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the region close by mid-October. "Nice, clean, friendly park. Not a lot of trees for privacy, or for that wilderness feel, but the sites are spacious and the park has swimming pool with life guard," notes M.A.D. P. about Button Bay State Park, which operates from Memorial Day through Columbus Day.
Swimming options: Multiple locations offer safe water access for children. "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," says Lacy C. about Button Bay State Park.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds include dedicated play areas. "This state park is so fun to camp at! It has a great playground for kids and a nice swimming pool! You can hike on the trail and Lake Champlain is right there!" shares Debbie S.
Educational opportunities: Mount Philo State Park provides nature-based learning with minimal commercial distractions. "We love how private the camp sites were. There are less than 20 sites total, and all sites are near walk-in paths to excellent views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks or the Green Mountains," Rita M. explains.
Full hookup availability: Crown Point Campground offers complete services for larger rigs. "Clean and well cared for. Lots of room for big RV, good hookups. Pretty quiet," mentions Harry H. The campground accommodates RVs with 30/50 amp electrical service and water connections.
Road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds may present challenges. "One bad thing about this park is 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," cautions Nancy W. about Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA.
Site spacing: RV sites at many campgrounds provide limited separation between neighbors. "Sites are basic with a picnic table and fire ring. Trash and drinking water are available, as well as flush toilets and hot showers. Some sites can accommodate small to medium RV's, but most are perfect for tents. All sites are open, sunny but with very little privacy between sites," notes Shari G. about Crown Point.
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