Sitting along the St. Lawrence River in New York's Thousand Islands region, Robert Moses State Park Campground draws campers who want access to both water and woods without giving up full-service amenities. The park spans a main shoreline area and a small island connected by a snaking bay, making it a natural fit for anglers, paddlers, and birders. Sites range from shaded tent spots under mature trees to hookup-equipped pads that accommodate RVs up to 50 feet. The park sits near campsites near Massena, and the proximity to the Eisenhower Locks gives visitors a chance to watch large ships pass through.
Crowd levels vary considerably by season. Reviewers note the campground tends to stay busy through summer, though a mid-September visit can mean a nearly empty park with plenty of elbow room. Staff reportedly make rounds at night to keep noise in check. Cleanliness comes up consistently in reviews as a strong point. Amber A. describes the facilities as "Quality State Park facilities, clean," and notes the trails along the shoreline are worth exploring on foot.
One practical note worth flagging: the name Robert Moses appears on multiple New York State parks and parkways spread hundreds of miles apart, from Long Island to Niagara Falls. Mapping apps can route campers to the wrong location entirely. This campground is in Massena, near the Canadian border. Those wanting to compare nearby alternatives can also look at Barnhart Island Camping Area — Robert Moses State Park, located roughly 1.4 miles to the northeast. The campground is a solid choice for RV travelers and families who want full hookups, water access, and maintained facilities in the St. Lawrence corridor.
Description
Robert Moses State Park is located partly on the mainland and partly on Barnhart Island. Visitors reach the park through a tunnel under the Eisenhower Lock. The park is spacious, home to a large variety of flora and fauna, and offers a multitude of recreational opportunities, including wooded campsites and cabins, a marina and boat launch, some of the best fishing in the Northeast, picnic areas, a swimming beach, tennis courts, and a year-round nature center. The nature center also offers holidays, special events, and school outreach programs. The park's nature, hiking, and cross-country skiing trails wind through fields, forests, and wetlands, with overlooks showcasing spectacular views. In winter, the park also welcomes snowmobilers.
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New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
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Map & DirectionsRobert Moses State Park Campground is located in New York near Massena
Directions
315-769-8663
Address
P.O. BOX 548
Massena, NY 13662
Coordinates
44.98734597911023 N
74.8551763510871 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/9/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/9/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 45 min from Watertown, NY
- 2 hrs 32 min from Burlington, VT
- 2 hrs 57 min from Utica, NY
- 2 hrs 58 min from Glens Falls, NY







