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Luzerne Campground in Lake Luzerne, New York provides equestrian campsites with stalls for horses, making it one of the few publicly accessible horse-friendly campgrounds near Sunderland, Vermont. The campground includes RV-friendly sites with electric hookups, sanitary dump stations, and showers. Located approximately 44 miles from Sunderland, this New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) campground offers direct access to numerous riding trails through the Adirondack forest. The campground operates seasonally from May 19 through September 10. Campers consistently note the cleanliness of the facilities and the private beach area where motorized boats are prohibited.
Trails connecting to Luzerne Campground accommodate both novice and experienced riders through varied terrain. The campground provides water access for horses at the lake and maintains dedicated areas for horse owners. Trailer parking is available at designated equestrian sites. Reservations are recommended, particularly during summer months when the campground reaches capacity. Riders appreciate the combination of wooded campsites and lake access for cooling horses after trail rides. A small country store located across from the entrance provides essential supplies for both campers and their horses. The campground's proximity to Lake George Village (approximately 15 miles) offers additional recreational options while maintaining a quieter, more nature-focused base camp for equestrians.
"This campground is close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks. There’s a nice big lake and the Hudson RIver. Many campsites are near the lake."
"Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation."
from $24 - $95 / night
Check Availability"Decent bathroom situation--I've seen better and I've seen worse in Vermont."
"The park is amazingly clean, well run, located just of RT 4 and very near to Killington, Vermont. It has multiple lean-to sites which are in wooded areas."
"There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!"
"We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $125 - $500 / night
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LegendPlenty of space between sites. Decent bathroom situation--I've seen better and I've seen worse in Vermont. The (AT&T) cell phone reception was pretty good, but could be slow at times (which could be because of the area or because of the busy fall color season.)
ScoutI've stayed at 10 of the state parks of VT. Gifford Woods takes the cake in friendliness of its staff. The park is amazingly clean, well run, located just of RT 4 and very near to Killington, Vermont. It has multiple lean-to sites which are in wooded areas. Cool stone bathrooms and playing fields for kids but the highlight (for me) is access to the Appalachian Trail. The AT runs directly through this park. While on a 4 state section hike I traveled by foot through this park. The ranger gave me an ice cream, pointed me to the showers and then chatted with me for an hour about my hike so far. He also gave me a ride to the Inn at Long Trail to pick up a resupply box since I was a few days behind schedule and low on food. I'll always remember his kindness. Living just across the state line in NH, I have frequented Gifford Woods on 4 other occasions for day hiking with family. Enjoy! I sure did!
ScoutThe only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!
GuideThis campground is the number one rated in Vermont for a reason. The staff were wonderful, the sites are pristine and picturesque, the faculties are decorated with wildflowers. We met a number of AT through hikers, who were very willing to share their adventure stories.
RangerThis campground is close to the highway between Albany and the Adirondacks. There’s a nice big lake and the Hudson RIver. Many campsites are near the lake. The sites are shady and close together, but still feel fairly private. We enjoyed the hiking trails and beach while camping, then went further north for the full ADK experience.
ScoutWhen camping in VT it is usually our goal to hike, rest, cook, and relax at camp. We live in a busy/loud city so we really love a rural spot where we can just unplug and enjoy nature. Gifford Woods has great access to the AT and the Long Trail, nice bathrooms, and kind staff... but campers beware- it is wedged between two major highways. Initially we pulled up to the site "Poplar" after driving 4+ hours and I could have cried, this site faces a large DOT/Parks Dept. parking lot with a huge building and trucks everywhere. Luckily the (very sweet) staff said they understood that this was an issue and that they do get lots of complaints about that site. They moved us to T02 which was dramatically better. Unfortunately, you can still hear trucks/car honking/ambulances from that site and I assume all other sites. I understand now that people camp here just for AT access, but I would probably not go back due to the sheer volume of the neighboring highways and quieter camping options nearby.
RangerAlthough the campground was right off the road, it's still in a forest with big pine trees and mossy boulders. It was easy to access from 87. Given the proximity to the road, there is road noise, so that doesn't allow for that super outdoorsy experience you might desire. At night though it would get very dark and quiet - there weren't a lot of campers there during our stay. The camphost lives in a home onsite and was mostly helpful. Be sure to mention the 5 nights for 4 deal on their website upfront, otherwise she won't reimburse. Upon working with her to extend our stay, she said people were scheduled to come into our spot. We moved and no one arrived, so that was a bit annoying.
To get to the sites, we had to take it a bit slow because there are some low hanging trees and a turn, but made it fine. Our first site, 22, was a back-in, 30 amp, full hook-up. It was a long site with plenty of room for our RV and SUV. We had to back it up to the very end to find the flattest option to level. With the way they have their sites set up, you need a 50 ft hose for water. This site was close to the showerhouse but next to a longterm trailer with crap everywhere and we weren't super thrilled that was our view from our windows in our living area. Our second site, 50, was also a back-in, 30 amp, full hookup. It was very pretty but hard to level. The site slopes up, so the backend was high. We tried about every way to sit our rig in there to level, but we ended up driving our front tires up on some leveling blocks and went up with the jacks as much as we safely could. We didn't get a perfect level, but we decided it was ok since we only had 2 days left. We had to wiggle our SUV in kind of sideways, but it worked.
There were some "residents" there in tents, which was interesting and a couple longterm trailers (with the typical cluttered lots you see at campgrounds that offer longterm stays). The campground is clean and the shower houses were faithfully cleaned everyday around 11a. Showerhouses were dated, but had super hot water for showers.
A few miles further down the road is the town of Lake Luzerne. We visited their small grocery which had the basics and we ate at one of the restaurants which had a view of the water (Upriver Cafe). The campground was in a perfect location to visit Lake George and surrounding area (Six Flags, outlet shops, putt-putt, restaurants etc). If you're wanting to explore even more you're only 1.5 hrs to Lake Placid and the Green Mountain National Forest.
Work was difficult with my husband dependent on AT&T. The Weboost got Verizon working fine, but AT&T was spotty. We had some issues with our RV that we were trying to get fixed locally which extended our stay, otherwise we would have left earlier due to this. The camphost told us that they had invested in some sort of mini Verizon tower for their personal use, so that was what was helping the Verizon signal. The campground offers wifi at the office/pool/rec room area, but when the "residents" come down, it brings it to a snails pace. My husband would go down there in the morning to work and had to go to Starbucks in Lake George at times when all the kids at camp decided to be on their devices at the same time.
Pool is not heated, so not many people were using it. They charge $2 per garbage bag to be put in their dumpster. They sell a few necessities in their office and firewood. They have laundry with 1 working residential washer $1 and 1 residential dryer $.75 and 1 industrial sized dryer $1. We did a couple loads with no issue. They are outside in a patio area.
Bring the bug spray. The mosquitos were as big as birds and tenacious!
LegendThe road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs). Great thing about this park is the hiking trails and lake so you don’t even have to leave to the park to enjoy great outdoor recreation. We found it enjoyable just to hang out in the park rather than trying to find things to do in the area. After hiking and paddling, we loved relaxing out at our campsite with a campfire.
Our campsite was spacious but required some maneuvering to avoid scraping trees with our RV. Campsites are spacious, shady, and had good separation between the neighboring sites which we enjoyed. Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours. Since it was still a little cool and our windows were closed and we never heard anyone’s generator. The park was not very crowded when we were there, but we can imagine it could get very busy and noisy in the busy summer season. The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed. The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season. There is also a nice playground for kids to enjoy.
This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower. Both were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower. Oh well, the shower felt good after our active days. There are two pavilions you can rent which are nice if big groups want to gather. Take note that only two pets are allowed per campsite, so plan accordingly if you are a pet owner.
Access is fairly easy, just off I-87, and there are plenty of signs directing you which way to go. Saratoga Springs and Lake George are nearby if you want to explore. We recommend visiting the National Horse Racing Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, if you have time. We would definitely stay here again.
GuideThis campsite was amazing. Each site had a fair amount of isolation and trees surrounding it, and the mosquitoes aren't too bad there either. 10 minutes away is the trail head for the Bucklin Trail (one of the most difficult trails for Mt. Killington).
Also, the campsite lies directly on the Appalachian trail, so for a shorter or less-intensive hike, walk about 2.5 miles to the Deer Leap Overlook for some incredible views of the mountain ranges nearby.
Moreau Lake State Park Campground provides camping options 40 miles from Sunderland, Vermont. Located in the foothills of the Adirondacks, this New York state park sits at approximately 800 feet elevation and features a 120-acre lake surrounded by mixed hardwood forest. The park maintains over 20 miles of trails with terrain varying from lakeside paths to ridge routes with 600-foot elevation changes.
Swimming and beach activities: The park features a sandy swimming beach with changing facilities open during summer months. "The beach area seems to be a draw for people so the summer camping season is probably packed. The snack bar and gift/supplies shop at the sandy beach area were not open as we were there late in the season," notes Nancy W. about Moreau Lake State Park Campground.
Paddling opportunities: Rent canoes, kayaks and paddleboards to explore the 120-acre lake where motorized boats are restricted. "Nice small state park that has a nice swimming area and enough room to kayak around. The wildlife is fun to look and and it's a great destination year round," reports David B.
Horseback riding trails: For equestrians seeking trails near Sunderland, Vermont, Luzerne Campground provides dedicated horse camping facilities. "The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!" explains Brittnay B. about Luzerne Campground.
Water sports and adventure activities: The southern Adirondacks region offers tubing and rafting experiences. "Small state run campground in the SE Adirondacks- plenty to do: tubing and white water rafting (spring) great hikes, horseback riding, canoe/kayaking, zip lines, great local food and breweries in the area," shares Troy H.
Privacy between campsites: Many campgrounds in the region feature wooded sites with natural separation. "I love the spacious campsites. It's very woodsy between sites, so it seems very private. Bathrooms and Showers are clean. Over 20 miles in hiking trails, this is one of the nicest parks, I've visited," says Michi P. about Moreau Lake State Park Campground.
Local provisions and amenities: Small local stores provide convenience for campers who forget essentials. "It was nice to have a little country store right across the street from the entrance of the campground. They had anything and everything you might need or had forgotten!" shares Emily B. about her stay at Luzerne Campground.
Family-friendly atmosphere: Many campers return year after year to build traditions. "We have been going to this campground for almost 15 years and my husband went here a a kid with his family. We always get the same site, for 15 years. My daughter loves it here. We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes," explains Antoinette W.
Seasonal operation: Most equestrian campgrounds near Sunderland, Vermont operate on limited schedules. Moreau Lake State Park is open May 6 to October 13, while Luzerne Campground operates May 19 to September 10.
Weekend crowds: Proximity to major highways brings visitors, especially during peak summer months. "Nice state campground, very clean, nice staff. Campground and swimming area becomes very crowded, especially on holiday weekend due to proximity to I-87 and number of downstate tourists that frequent the park," advises Robert L. about NV Farms Outfitters and Cabins.
Pet restrictions: Some campgrounds limit the number of pets allowed. "Take note that only two pets are allowed per campsite, so plan accordingly if you are a pet owner," mentions Nancy W.
Beach and playground access: Look for campgrounds with dedicated swimming areas and play equipment. "We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too," recommends Antoinette W.
Proximity to attractions: Some horse-friendly campgrounds near Sunderland, Vermont offer convenient access to family attractions. "Very close to great escape. Hiking available too," notes Antoinette W. about Luzerne Campground.
Biking opportunities: Many campgrounds offer flat, paved roads perfect for children learning to ride. "Tons of bike riding options. Great little lake for kayaking and fishing. Minutes away from Lake George village," shares Dan H.
Site selection for larger vehicles: Choose campsites carefully when bringing bigger rigs. "The road to our campsite was paved and in good shape but there were a few tight spots because of the trees that make it tricky for a big rig (Loop A seems to be the best for big-rigs)," advises Nancy W.
Generator restrictions: Check campground policies before arrival. "Generators are allowed but not too many people were using them. The few other campers around that used them were mindful of quiet hours," reports Nancy W.
Limited hookups: Many campgrounds near Sunderland offering horse facilities have minimal RV amenities. "This is dry camping so there are no hook-ups but there are restrooms and shower. Both were clean but the shower fluctuated between lukewarm, hot, and warm during my shower," shares Nancy W.
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