“There is a pleasure in the pathless woods, There is a rapture on the lonely shore.” are epic words from “The Deerslayer” that takes place at Ostego Lake, the Glimmerglass of “The Leatherstocking Tales” by James Fenimore Cooper. Uttered time and time again by adventurers and nature lovers alike, Cooper captures how we all feel as we spend time in mother nature and learn to appreciate her majesties. Come and see what it’s all about at Glimmerglass State Park. Overlooking the “glimmerglass” this park offers a wide variety of seasonal activities. In the summer, enjoy kayaking through the lake, trailing through wildflowers or go swimming in Beaver Pond. Come winter, visitors can ski, hike, snowshoe, snowmobile, ice fish, and tube down the hills. The campground here is situated near the Shadow Brook and is only a short walk from most
“There is a pleasure in the pathless woods, There is a rapture on the lonely shore.” are epic words from “The Deerslayer” that takes place at Ostego Lake, the Glimmerglass of “The Leatherstocking Tales” by James Fenimore Cooper. Uttered time and time again by adventurers and nature lovers alike, Cooper captures how we all feel as we spend time in mother nature and learn to appreciate her majesties. Come and see what it’s all about at Glimmerglass State Park. Overlooking the “glimmerglass” this park offers a wide variety of seasonal activities. In the summer, enjoy kayaking through the lake, trailing through wildflowers or go swimming in Beaver Pond. Come winter, visitors can ski, hike, snowshoe, snowmobile, ice fish, and tube down the hills. The campground here is situated near the Shadow Brook and is only a short walk from most activities. Come stay for a while and find what sparks your rapture!
Paddle, swim, or kick back at Glimmerglass State Park Campground—beach access and plenty of forested beauty will keep you feeling refreshed and relaxed. Chat with wildlife as you meander through the picturesque wooded trails, past the Hyde Hall Mansion and all the way to some killer views of Otsego Lake. Once the sun sets, the party really starts Read more...
Why can't I see these campgrounds when I search with dates?
Campgrounds operated by federal and state agencies are not yet bookable on Hipcamp. Learn more.
Glimmerglass State Park
Activities in the park
1 campground in Glimmerglass State Park
Paddle, swim, or kick back at Glimmerglass State Park Campground—beach access and plenty of forested beauty will keep you feeling refreshed and relaxed. Chat with wildlife as you meander through the picturesque wooded trails, past the Hyde Hall Mansion and all the way to some killer views of Otsego Lake. Once the sun sets, the party really starts Read more...
Why can't I see these campgrounds when I search with dates?
Public campgrounds (book externally) —
Nearby parks
Nearby cities
Best Camping near me