Road noise is part of the experience at Hearthstone Point. Route 9 runs directly through the campground, splitting it into two sections, and Luka M. puts it plainly: "You can hear the car noise almost always until late evening." Sites at the back of the campground, away from the road, tend to run quieter, and campers who have made the switch mid-stay report a noticeable difference. That said, the tradeoff for tolerating the noise is direct access to Lake George, with a private beach reserved for campground guests in the lower section.
The campground runs large by state campground standards. Sites are wooded and generally spacious, though some have uneven terrain, scattered rocks, or low spots that collect water after heavy rain. The layout is dense enough that privacy is limited, particularly on busy summer weekends when the campground fills with a younger, louder crowd. Holiday weekends draw the most traffic, and the bathrooms, which are otherwise reasonably maintained, can deteriorate quickly under heavy use. Rangers patrol regularly, though enforcement of quiet hours is inconsistent based on multiple accounts.
Water access drives most visits here. Fishing from shore or by boat is common, and salmon have been caught in the lake. Swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and water skiing all show up in reviews. Tony F. calls it a "mega state campground on the lake just north of Lake George Village," which captures the scale and location well. Nearby options like The Quarters at Lake George and Lake George Camping Village give campers alternatives if Hearthstone is full or the scene isn't the right fit.
The campground runs from late May through early September and costs $22 per night, with an additional $5 for non-New York residents. Full hookups are available for RVs up to 40 feet, and WiFi is on-site. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for lakeside sites, which fill well in advance. Book early and request a site in the lower section near the beach to get the most out of the lake access while putting some distance between yourself and Route 9.
Description
Hearthstone Campground rests at the end of picturesque Lake George just 2 miles north of the Village of Lake George; this has become a very popular vacation location in New York. Lake George region offers some of the most diverse recreation opportunities in NYS. A Junior Naturalist Program is also offered at Hearthstone, and the successful camper can earn a naturalist patch for their efforts.
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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 & DirectionsHearthstone Point Campground is located in New York near Diamond Point
Directions
From the Northway (I-87), take Exit 22 to Route 9N North. The park is 2 miles down, on the right.
Address
Route 9N, 3298 Lakeshore Drive
Lake George, NY 12845
Coordinates
43.45500095 N
73.694 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/3/26
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/3/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 10 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 54 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr 36 min from Pittsfield, MA
- 1 hr 52 min from Burlington, VT
