Best Campgrounds near Winthrop, NY

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Best Camping Sites Near Winthrop, New York (44)

    1. Riverside Campground

    5 Reviews
    Winthrop, NY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 389-4771

    "Area, location, etc. Summers are beautiful winter are terrible."

    2. Robert Moses State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Massena, NY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 769-8663

    $20 - $116 / night

    "Easy and very pretty trails on site, walk along the shore too. Decent wildlife and great birding. Feels very isolated though easy to get to."

    "Near the Eisenhower Locks which is nice to watch the ships come in."

    3. Pine Ridge Park Campsite

    11 Reviews
    Malone, NY
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 358-4125

    "This campground has the best staff you can find in northern New York. The whole time they are open they have activities planned for the kids all summer long."

    "Security is offered which makes parents feel safe for their kids to be rinning around. Campers help each other out and always a good time. Friends become family!! Must experience it to believe it."

    4. Coles Creek State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    Massena, NY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 388-5636

    $20 - $33 / night

    "We love Coles Creek because we have two little ones and they are all about riding their tricycles around the grounds. People drive super slow and watch for kids, so that’s great."

    "We visited lot 85 and it was the PERFECT location worth trees and water view. The sunset is amazing. The staff is wonderful and I’m so glad we came."

    5. Barnhart Island Camping Area — Robert Moses State Park

    1 Review
    Massena, NY
    14 miles
    +1 (315) 769-8663

    $27 - $33 / night

    "The cabins looked very nice also although we only saw them from the outside.  Be sure to visit the nearby Eisenhower Locks and see the ships go through. Really fascinating!"

    6. Higley Flow State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    South Colton, NY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (315) 262-2880

    $17 - $30 / night

    "Out of all of the places that I have been in New York this is by far one of my favorite places to go"

    "We usually head for the Adirondack lakes further down the road but it's still in the foot hills, close to our home and very pretty especially at sunset."

    7. Babbling Brook RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Malone, NY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 358-4245

    $30 - $55 / night

    "Located near river."

    8. Fish Creek Pond Campground

    33 Reviews
    Tupper Lake, NY
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 891-4560

    $22 - $40 / night

    "Most of the campsites at Fish Creek Pond are along the waterfront, offering easy access to the pond. Some campers even build temporary docks that they leave behind for subsequent campers."

    "Bike path, kayak rentals, close to Lake Placid Olympic center, Wild Center in Tupper Lake"

    10. Meacham Lake Campground

    7 Reviews
    Rainbow Lake, NY
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 483-5116

    $20 - $40 / night

    "We spent a week here and didn't have a lakeside site, but one of the small ones on the stream. Great place to visit. If you do score a lakeside site, your views will be spectacular!"

    "One side of the lake is a bit crowded and can get rowdy. This side has flush toilets and showers. There are waterfront sites here."

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Recent Reviews near Winthrop, NY

188 Reviews of 44 Winthrop Campgrounds


  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Horseshoe Lake

    NY Designated Camping

    Along Co 421, by Horseshoe Lake, there are 10-11 designated campsites. Most have fire pits.

    Road is rough but easily doable if you take it slow.

    As it’s a forest, the sites are pretty shaded, so solar and Starlink may present challenges. Slight AT&T at earlier sites.

  • David H.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Eel Weir State Park Campground

    Clean and vary nice area on river

    I love how it has great fishing and nice camp sites even let's you bring a boat nice clean showers and bathroom can easily find firewood near by as well..

  • Robert K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Jones Pond NYSDEC Primitive Campsites

    awesome place

    I came from the Albany area. It took me about two hours 45 minutes and well worth the drive, I first stopped at site four and fully set up my Truck tent and the rest of camp, awesome location. You can walk down to the water, which is only a small ledge and enough space to put a chair, me and my German Shepherd were walking around the trails and we found site five which was absolutely beautiful and right on the water, I mean right on the water. I went back to site for packed up a bunch of stuff into the truck and left the truck tent in there since it takes about 30 minutes to take up and down, I had walked the road a couple of times to see if I could get my truck down there, definitely need four-wheel-drive, but it is possible to get your truck down there and I did, set up camp there spent the rest of the day the night and all of the next day. Absolutely beautiful the dog loved the water being right there, I definitely love this place. This is my first campsite that I found using the app highly recommend.

  • X
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Carry Falls Recreation Area

    Quite, not high quality.

    Thai place is very cute, quiet, and not a lot of people frequent. The bathrooms are kind of “rundown” they are old and they use composing toilets with no showers and one sink located outside of the facility. It is NOT FREE they charge 16.00 a night. Located on an inlet of the man made lake. Water access, quiet, not busy, small, gives small town feel. Comes with picnic table and fireplace. We had site 6 and fit our 30 ft camper with 4 cars.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Little Green Pond

    Peaceful spots under the pines

    12 designated camping spots. Some require driving down a bumpy access road that can be muddy after a rain. Sites are on the Pond. Pond has a small beach to swim. Tree covered sites.

  • K
    Jul. 15, 2025

    Acres of wildlife Family

    First visit - but will not be our last!

    First time here - here for a week.  From Vermont. We love it. Spacious campsites, beautiful setting. Great staff.  Although we are empty nesters there is more for kids/families to do than any place we have been.

    And yes, they do have WIFI. Very basic free wifi.  There are also plans you can buy for your stay, two of us, two devices, $42 for a week.

    Access controlled by gate - system reads your license plate and opens if you are registered

    Very good store - more RV repair parts than I have seen elsewhere.

    Snack bar - that delivers to your campsite, you order on their app.

    I understand they have a restaurant and bar.

    Quite quiet.

    Will definitely be back.

  • Tami W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2025

    Birch’s Lakeside Campground and Marina

    4.85 stars

    I’d love to give the campground the full 5⭐️ that it deserves but there were a few things that need tending to. In spot 14 where we were located the wooden platform was a little rickety and the strip under door of the women’s restroom is very loose posing a tripping hazard since I’m disabled. But the staff at the store (which has everything you could ever want) was fantastic. The place was quiet and peaceful. Besides a few dogs running around with no leashes it was paradise. This place even has WiFi!!!

  • Debbie T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2025

    Meacham Lake Campground

    Good times

    Love this campground ,nice big spots, I was on the water which made my trip, came home tried to book two weeks there and there was nothing available, bummer. There is no cell or internet there


Guide to Winthrop

Camping near Winthrop, New York, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails nearby, including those around Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday. One reviewer mentioned, "We went and hiked the mountain, which was amazing."
  • Water Sports: At Fish Creek Pond Campground, you can enjoy kayaking and swimming. A visitor shared, "This is a gorgeous campground on the banks of Fish Creek Pond... perfect for dogs, kids, and hanging out in the water."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Cranberry Lake - DEC, are great for fishing. One happy camper said, "Beautiful state campground in the heart of the Adirondacks. Well maintained, peaceful with wonderful fishing."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept bathrooms and showers. A review for Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday noted, "The bathrooms were clean, which we barely use since we have a full hook-up camper."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Fish Creek Pond Campground mentioned, "Our site was level and dry, as were the surrounding sites."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight helpful staff. One reviewer at Pine Ridge Park Campsite said, "The whole time they are open they have activities planned for the kids all summer long."

What you should know:

  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A camper at Wilmington Notch advised, "Definitely make reservations in advance during the summer!"
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Saranac Lake Islands Adirondack Preserve, are more primitive. A reviewer noted, "Primitive camping with water access only. Most sites are on islands."
  • Bug Spray is Essential: Campers have mentioned bugs can be a nuisance, especially in late spring. One visitor at Fish Creek Pond Campground said, "Pretty buggy during the last week of May."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with planned activities. A family at Pine Ridge Park Campsite said, "The staff is always smiling and welcoming you into the campground."
  • Pet-Friendly Options: Many campgrounds allow pets, making it easier to bring the whole family. A reviewer at Lake Eaton Campground mentioned, "Pets allowed, picnic table, reservable."
  • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids near water. One camper at Rollins Pond Adirondack Preserve noted, "The site we have stayed at almost exclusively has amenities very close by."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Wilmington Notch mentioned, "The roads are really tight for big rigs."
  • Full Hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. A reviewer at Lake Placid/Whiteface Mountain KOA Holiday appreciated the "fifty amp hookups."
  • Plan for Dust: Some campgrounds have gravel roads that can get dusty. A visitor at Wilmington Notch noted, "The area was devoid of rain and the roads were extremely dusty."

Camping near Winthrop, New York, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for you in this beautiful region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Winthrop, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Winthrop, NY offers a wide range of camping options, with 44 campgrounds and RV parks near Winthrop, NY and 7 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Winthrop, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Winthrop, NY is Riverside Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 5 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Winthrop, NY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Winthrop, NY.