Loop F at Caroga Lake Campground sits removed from the main camping area, where a small stream borders several sites and creates habitat for raccoons that visit nightly. This state forest campground operates from mid-May through September, drawing families and RV campers to its mix of forested and open terrain sites.
The campground accommodates RVs up to 35 feet with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table, though the fire grates have widely spaced bars that require additional grilling equipment. Hot showers and regularly cleaned restrooms serve campers, along with a dishwashing station and recycling center. "The campsites were spacious for two tents, a 4 and 2 person and there was space to have a run for two dogs," notes one reviewer about the site sizes.
The campground connects directly to Caroga Lake's beach area, which offers swimming and boat rentals but prohibits pets. A store just outside the entrance sells ice, firewood, and groceries, while roadside vendors provide reasonably priced firewood. Campers looking for more options can explore campsites near Caroga Lake throughout the region.
Access roads can be rough, and some sites like F-90 have slopes with limited privacy. Book reservations early for holiday weekends when the campground fills completely.
Description
This campground has sites that have been selected for restoration. While undergoing restoration the chosen sites will be closed. For the list of sites and more information on the project visit www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/100146.html
CAMPGROUND SPECIFIC INFORMATION
- Memorial Day Weekend Only: In our continuing effort to provide you with a safe and enjoyable experience within our campgrounds, the following Special Rules and Regulations will be in effect for Memorial Day weekend. PROHIBITED: Beer Balls and Beer Kegs. All campers must wear camper ID bracelets, provided at registration, throughout the stay. No vehicle traffic after midnight. Day-users will only be allowed in the day use & boat launch areas
WHEN YOU ARRIVE -You must sign for your own site. Have your equipment with you and be ready to camp when you register. Names of all campers on a site must be listed on the permit at time of registration
CHECK-IN TIME -From 2pm until 9pm. Campers must register for their campsite by 9:00 p.m. on the first night of their reservation or the campsite will be subject to re-rental and all fees will be forfeited
CHECK-OUT TIME -11:00 am on your departure date
OCCUPANCY -Limited to 6 individuals per campsite and 2 tents or 1 unit of hard wheeled camping equipment and 1 tent. Only 2 vehicles permitted on any campsite. Extra vehicles will be required to park in a designated area (additional fees will apply)
AGE REGULATIONS -Campsites must be registered and occupied by a responsible person 18 years of age or older
LENGTH OF STAY -Your camping permit can be issued for a maximum of 14 nights. From July 1 through Labor Day only 14 cumulative nights will be permitted at any campground.
QUIET HOURS -From 10 p.m. until 7 a.m., and are strictly enforced. Violators of this policy may be evicted
GENERATORS -The use of generators may be limited to no more than 5 hours per day and fall between the hours of 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily. If the use of a generator is deemed unreasonably loud by the facility staff then individual use of a generator may be prohibited/limited
FIRES -Must be built in fireplaces provided. Only dead and down wood may be used for fuel. No chainsaws are allowed in campgrounds, and cutting down trees, alive or dead is prohibited.
FIREARMS -Are not allowed in campgrounds except during the Fall and Spring hunting seasons. Firearms must not be discharged within campground boundaries at any time
ACCESSIBLE SITES -At least one member of the camping party staying on the site must be mobility impaired (i.e. in a wheelchair or uses a walker) or the camping party may be turned away at the campground
SWIMMING -Is allowed at campgrounds with supervised bathing areas during designated hours when a lifeguard is on duty. Please note that there may be times when lifeguards are unavailable, and for the safety of our customers these beaches will not be open and swimming will be prohibited. Not all campground locations offer swimming, to inquire please contact the campground directly
PETS -Are allowed with proof of a currently valid rabies vaccination in the form of a current year's tag or a certificate issued by the veterinarian. Campers can walk dogs on a leash no longer than six feet as long as the animal is under control. Dogs cannot be left unattended and are not allowed in facility structures, on the beach or in day use areas
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
DEC Campgrounds: Same-day reservations will be allowed until 5pm on day of arrival at all DEC campgrounds. Reservations can be made online or through the Reserve America Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins will not be permitted.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCaroga Lake Campground is located in New York near Caroga Lake
Directions
From the East (Albany) - Take NYS Thruway (I-90W) to Exit 27/Amsterdam. Go North on Route 30 through Amsterdam and Perth. At the intersection of Routes 29 & 30 turn left onto Route 29. At the light take a right turn onto Route 29A. Stay on Route 29A for about 16 miles and the campground will be on the left. From West (Utica) Take NYS Thruway (I-90E) to Exit 29/Canajoharie. At stop sign turn right and follow Route 10 north to the intersection of Rte. 29A. Turn Right on 29A and the campground will be on the right.
Address
3043 State Highway 29A
Caroga Lake, NY 12032
Coordinates
43.12500014 N
74.46800075 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 52 min from Utica, NY
- 56 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr 7 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 1 hr 43 min from Pittsfield, MA
