The best family-friendly glamping in Lake Champlain

With 587 miles of shoreline extending across New York, Vermont, and Quebec, Canada; 71 islands and more than a dozen state parks to explore; plus a backdrop of the Green Mountains and the Adirondacks—Lake Champlain is a sprawling slice of paradise for outdoor adventurers. Boating, fishing, and water sports are popular lake activities, while the surrounding Champlain Valley is dotted with hiking and biking trails, day-use and picnic areas, and golf courses. Campers have options, too, whether you prefer an RV resort with full hookups, a cozy lakeside cabin, or a boat-in tent site.

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Top-rated campgrounds

With 587 miles of shoreline extending across New York, Vermont, and Quebec, Canada; 71 islands and more than a dozen state parks to explore; plus a backdrop of the Green Mountains and the Adirondacks—Lake Champlain is a sprawling slice of paradise for outdoor adventurers. Boating, fishing, and water sports are popular lake activities, while the surrounding Champlain Valley is dotted with hiking and biking trails, day-use and picnic areas, and golf courses. Campers have options, too, whether you prefer an RV resort with full hookups, a cozy lakeside cabin, or a boat-in tent site.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks

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122 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · North Hudson, NY

Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks combines the sweet nostalgia of classic campground fun with modern amenities and conveniences. As you roll your RV or family vehicle onto the grounds, you’ll take in your forested surroundings, a myriad of family-friendly activities, and a peek of the Schroon River that leads down to Schroon Lake. Pull in to your full hook-up site, deluxe cabin, or cozy yurt to begin your outdoor adventure! Our family-friendly amenities abound! Two swimming pools and waterslide; gaga ball; multiple playgrounds; gem mining; mini golf; a play house; pedal bike rentals; a spacious rec hall stocked with arts and crafts and arcade games; lazy river tubing; a riverside beach area and more – young campers will have endless options to choose from at Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks. A fully-stocked camp store, large laundry facility, and parkwide WiFi bring some creature comforts to your camp site.

2. Kickin' Up Dust Farm

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3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Schuyler Falls, NY

Welcome to Our Charming Working Farm Retreat Nestled among towering pines and teeming with wildlife, our property offers a peaceful and adventurous getaway. Bordering the scenic Macomb State Park and just a short stroll from Davis Lake, it's the perfect place to reconnect with nature. 🌿 Outdoor Fun for All Ages Expansive playground and thrilling zip-line Disc golf, horseshoes, and kayaking Miles of hiking trails through pristine forest 🐾 Meet Our Friendly Animals Come say hello to our beloved donkeys, horses, goats, alpacas, and a delightful variety of birds. They're always happy to greet visitors! 🌄 Rustic Charm Meets Adventure Whether you're here to relax or explore, our farm is full of character and surrounded by natural beauty. Trails galore await your next adventure.

3. Penfield Tiny House

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1 site · Lodging · Milton, VT

The Penfield Tiny house is fully loaded with heat, electricity, water, shower, fridge, stove, and composting toilet. Our 8' by 30' home sits on a 2 acre field surrounded by Vermont forest...a great place to get away from the grind. Easily accessible from the road but the tree coverage blocks all views to neighbors. It's a great place to sit by the firepit, see the stars and hike the forest. A quick drive to state parks, lake Champlain, and many river holes. We are located 14 miles from Smugglers Notch Ski area, 20 miles to Burlington, and 65 miles to Montreal, if you're looking for more nightlife.

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Juanita

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Penfield Tiny House

The Penfield Tiny House was amazing! Just exactly the get-a-way I needed. In town to see my UVM Senior - I wanted a quiet, unique place to stay. It was perfect. So many thoughtful perks. The house was beautifully furnished, comfortable & very clean. The location was easy to find and private. Beds were super comfy. A fire out under the star-filled sky on a chilly fall evening was the highlight for me. Highly recommend. Jaime was a gracious host and we will be planning a return trip soon! ❤️

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Tamsen

August 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Penfield Tiny House

This is a beautiful spot and a handsome, well-appointed tiny house. We are a family of four--two kids and two adults--and we have stayed at several tiny houses (the kids really enjoy them), and we were impressed with Jamie's place. The road does run right by the house, so that you can hear cars going by, but it still feels private because of the trees and growth between the tiny house and the road. We had a lovely fire, and were grateful for the firewood provided. We had not spent time in Milton before and enjoyed it very much as well. Of course Burlington is not far, but there is also a drive-in movie theater pretty close by, handy tasty places for take-out, and a Hannafords.

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Sarah

July 2025

7 nights at Penfield Tiny House

Everything about our stay was perfect. This is an amazing spot that gives you beautiful views of nature and still close to drive into Burlington and explore the city. We had a great trip and can’t wait to come back!

Douglas

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Penfield Tiny House

A very full-featured, well-kept, and cozy place to stay if you're looking to explore Burlington or the surrounding area. Highly recommended!

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Wallace Penn

May 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Penfield Tiny House

This was our first experience camping in a tiny home and we loved it! Very clean and cozy space, everything was ready to go for us, including dishes, showers, bathroom, etc. we had a great stay and would highly recommend.

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The best family-friendly glamping in Lake Champlain guide

Where to go

New York Shore

Wild forests and dreamy lake views await on the west shore of Lake Champlain, and boaters and hikers will be in their element. Explore the Lake Champlain Valley by bike or on foot, enjoy some of the region’s best bass fishing, or come in winter to enjoy snowshoeing, ice fishing, and ice skating. Plattsburgh is the largest city on the New York side, from where ferries run to Vermont, but you’ll find RV parks and campgrounds dotting the lakeshore.

Adirondacks High Peaks

The forest-clad mountains and wilderness areas of the vast Adirondacks park lie just west of Lake Champlain, where you can scale the High Peaks, kayak or whitewater raft along the rivers, and marvel at some of New York’s best fall foliage views. There are RV sites with full hookups and glamping options to be found in the Adirondacks, but for a back-to-nature camping trip, opt for a backcountry tent site in the heart of the wilderness.

Vermont

Lake Champlain’s eastern shore lies in Vermont, framed by the verdant hills of the Green Mountains. The lakeside towns of Burlington, Shelburne, and Colchester all make strategic basecamps from which to explore the lake, or you can take your pick of 13 Vermont state parks around the lake. Cruising out to the Lake Champlain Islands is a must, and Grand Isle State Park on South Hero Island has one of the region’s most popular campgrounds. An added bonus: Campers get free beach access in Knight Point State Park on North Hero Island.

Montreal & Quebec

Lake Champlain’s northern shore spills over into the Canadian province of Quebec, fringed by sandy beaches, lush parks, and marinas. Head to Venise-en-Quebec to enjoy water sports and boat cruises through the summer months, or base yourself in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu along the Richelieu River. Both have options for campers.