Lake Camping in Old Forge, New York, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2024

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Old Forge

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Massawepie Scout Camps

81 sites · RVs, Tents3700 acres · Tupper Lake, NY

Gear up for the Total Eclipse on April 8th at Massawepie Scout Camps. Available for RV and tent campers seeking the ultimate eclipse experience! Nestled within the path of totality, our site offers prime viewing for the total solar eclipse. Bring your camping gear or RV and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Adirondacks to witness the awe-inspiring moment when the moon covers the sun. Power Hookup and Dump Stations will NOT be available for this event, pit Latrines are available on-site. Spots are limited so secure your site now!

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Beaver Camp

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents87 acres · Lowville, NY

Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York, this 87-acre expanse of forest, streams, and lake is the perfect escape from the business of life. Located in the Adirondack State Park directly on Beaver Lake, we have access to the lake and Beaver River flow and the wide expanse of forests and trails of the park. With heated cabins, water and electric RV sites, and outdoor tenting areas, we provide a camping experience that can be tailored to fit the needs of small and large groups. Whether it's cozying up around the fire in one of our indoor lounging areas; pitching a tent at our outpost camp lean-to site in the middle of the woods; sipping complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, or tea as you watch the sunrise over the lake; or hiking through the woods (or across the lake when its frozen over) and watching the wildlife, Beaver Camp offers a great opportunity to unplug and soak in the peace and quiet of nature.

The Pines Lakeside Canoe & Camping

1 site · Tent13 acres · Stony Creek, NY

Enjoy a secluded lakeside campsite with two points of water access. There are no other sites on this 13 acre property, so it's very private. Complimentary canoe and stand up paddle boards for your use. New York State hiking trails just one mile down the road, plus lots of other activities like rail biking and rafting a short drive away. The campsite is just 100 steps down a well-marked trail accessible from the parking spot. Pitch your tent on the elevated platform encircled in pine trees with a view of the lake. Next to the tent area you’ll find a solar shower, picnic table, Cleanwaste toilet in outhouse, fire pit and Adirondack chairs. The site comes equipped ample firewood, fire starters, and many kitchen items including plates, bowls, utensils, cups, frying pan, can opener, wine opener, salt and pepper, cooking tongs, dish wash basin, and dish soap. Please note, that during Mother's Day and Father's Day is black fly season in the Adirondacks. Difficult to predict, but good to be aware of.

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Birch's Lakeside Campground/Marina

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Cranberry Lake, NY

Located on the shores of the 3rd largest lake in the Adirondack Park you will find Birch's Lakeside General Store, Campground and Marina. Nightly and Seasonal RV/Tent Campsites, bring your boat and park at the marina to access the lake, hike the Cranberry 50 or Bear Mountain, excellent fishing, stargaze, Children/Dog Friendly. Combined 28 RV/Tent sites available, 40 Marina Slips.

Beaver Camp

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents87 acres · Lowville, NY

Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York, this 87-acre expanse of forest, streams, and lake is the perfect escape from the business of life. Located in the Adirondack State Park directly on Beaver Lake, we have access to the lake and Beaver River flow and the wide expanse of forests and trails of the park. With heated cabins, water and electric RV sites, and outdoor tenting areas, we provide a camping experience that can be tailored to fit the needs of small and large groups. Whether it's cozying up around the fire in one of our indoor lounging areas; pitching a tent at our outpost camp lean-to site in the middle of the woods; sipping complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, or tea as you watch the sunrise over the lake; or hiking through the woods (or across the lake when its frozen over) and watching the wildlife, Beaver Camp offers a great opportunity to unplug and soak in the peace and quiet of nature.

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Camp Unirondack

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents9 acres · Croghan, NY

Unirondack is located on a 9-acre plot of land on a small peninsula on Beaver Lake in the Western Adirondack Park in Upstate New York about 30 miles east of Lowville, NY. We acknowledge that we are humble stewards of land previously occupied by the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, specifically the Mohawk and Oneida Nations. We are roughly 90 minutes north of Utica and 2.5 hours from Syracuse.The camp is comprised of 10 cabin buildings of various ages, most original t0 the property from the 1920s. We have a large presentation/theater space, a small recording studio, a field for large group activities or sports, a gaga pit, a swingset and small basketball court, a large two story Adirondack-style lodge with fireplace, and a large heated dormitory-style building. Our maximum sleeping capacity is around 150 although our dining hall only seats 120 at a time. On the lake we have a boathouse and a beautiful artshop studio space. Our boathouse has 14 canoes, 10 kayaks, and 2 sunfish sailboats and we have a small beachfront with a dock and swimming area. Additionally we have a large campfire circle which can seat about 100 people.

Trailside Ranch Cabin Rentals

6 sites · Lodging10 acres · Glenfield, NY

YOUR CABIN IS WAITING FOR YOU! TRAILSIDERANCH IS OPEN YEAR-ROUND. This family friendly 10 acre off the grid ranch is located inside the Adirondack Park. We are at the end of Partridgeville Road and the beginning of Paradise in beautiful Brantingham NY Trailside Ranch is surrounded by the pristine 76,000-acre Independence River Wild Forest Preserve. It is linked to 65 miles of Horse trails, hundreds of miles of Snowmobile trails and to the nearly 600 miles of ATV trails. If you are looking for the full wilderness experience, you can hike right from your cabin! We also offer on-site snowmobile rentals in the winter and S x S rentals in the summer. You can hire our local guide to explore the area or if you are comfortable with a map and directions, we can give you details of some amazing scenery to see. Ask us about our rentals if you are interested in this adventure. Your time here will be something your entire family will remember for a lifetime.

Camp Benjamin

4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Boonville, NY

This 9-Acre Permaculture farm project, which includes fruit & nut trees, annual and perennial gardens, chickens, vermiculture, rainwater catchment systems. Property offers walking trails, camping areas with fire pits. Seasonal Concerts & Events... Property is a Certified Wildlife Habitat.

Camp Bear Path with Lake Access

1 site · Lodging6 acres · Old Forge, NY

The perfect Adirondack getaway. This cabin is nestled in the forest only footsteps away from the shores of historic Big Moose Lake. Walking distance to the lake. There are two area restaurants and a tavern less than 2 miles from this cabin. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, hiking, water-skiing, and swimming in the warmer months, or snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing in the winter.

Camp Adirondack

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Old Forge, NY

The perfect Adirondack getaway. This cabin is nestled in the forest only footsteps away from the shores of historic Big Moose Lake. The property is 10 acres - 4 on the shoreline of the lake and 6 in the forest across the street. The cabin is walking distance to the lake and two area restaurants and taverns. Big Moose Lake is 4 miles long and a mile wide at it's widest point. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, hiking, water-skiing, and swimming in the warmer months, or snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing in the winter. There are trout and bass in the lake if fishing is something you'd like to do.

Massawepie Scout Camps

81 sites · RVs, Tents3700 acres · Tupper Lake, NY

Gear up for the Total Eclipse on April 8th at Massawepie Scout Camps. Available for RV and tent campers seeking the ultimate eclipse experience! Nestled within the path of totality, our site offers prime viewing for the total solar eclipse. Bring your camping gear or RV and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Adirondacks to witness the awe-inspiring moment when the moon covers the sun. Power Hookup and Dump Stations will NOT be available for this event, pit Latrines are available on-site. Spots are limited so secure your site now!

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Little brookie lodge

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Lowville, NY

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The Pines Lakeside Canoe & Camping

1 site · Tent13 acres · Stony Creek, NY

Enjoy a secluded lakeside campsite with two points of water access. There are no other sites on this 13 acre property, so it's very private. Complimentary canoe and stand up paddle boards for your use. New York State hiking trails just one mile down the road, plus lots of other activities like rail biking and rafting a short drive away. The campsite is just 100 steps down a well-marked trail accessible from the parking spot. Pitch your tent on the elevated platform encircled in pine trees with a view of the lake. Next to the tent area you’ll find a solar shower, picnic table, Cleanwaste toilet in outhouse, fire pit and Adirondack chairs. The site comes equipped ample firewood, fire starters, and many kitchen items including plates, bowls, utensils, cups, frying pan, can opener, wine opener, salt and pepper, cooking tongs, dish wash basin, and dish soap. Please note, that during Mother's Day and Father's Day is black fly season in the Adirondacks. Difficult to predict, but good to be aware of.

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Valleyside Farm

3 sites · Tents200 acres · Remsen, NY

Valley Side Farm is and active farm operation with all the equipment to work the land.theirare beef cattle horses sheep pigs and chickens to see .We have wildlife deer Turkey wood chuck to name a few.you see fields of crops corn oats hay and flowers theirs a creek that may have fish in it.Learn more about this land:Valley Side Farm is and active farm operation with all the equipment to work the land.theirare beef cattle horses sheep pigs and chickens to see .We have wildlife deer Turkey wood chuck to name a few.you see fields of crops corn oats hay and flowers theirs a creek that may have fish in it.

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Rustic lean-to on Hinckley Lake

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Remsen, NY

Learn more about this land:The is a rustic lean-to which is located on the bank of a lake. Lean-to has a screen front with a screen door. There is a canvas tarp that can be used to cover the front for heavy rain or for cooler nights. There is a fire pit. Bring kayaks, canoes if you’d like. Although we love to see people have fun, we can not allow loud, drinking parties.

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Lakeside camping near Old Forge guide

Overview

In the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, the small hamlet of Old Forge serves as a hub for tons of outdoor recreation and lake camping. Nearby Moose River features a series of dams that create the Fulton Chain of Lakes—eight lakes popular for pontoon boating, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing for northern pike, Atlantic salmon, and tiger muskie. Or, explore Blue Ridge Wilderness Area for hiking, hunting, and trapping. Then retire to a paddle-to or boat-in campsite right on Indian Lake or Lake Kora. Generally mild winters lead to lake-effect snow, creating perfect conditions for snowmobiling or skiing down McCauley Mountain. Nearby lakeside RV resorts offer access to frozen Grey Lake snowmobiling as well as full hookups and wifi. Glampers may prefer private cabin rentals with full and queen-sized beds just minutes from the water as well. Most areas around Old Forge also allow for primitive lakeside tent camping—as long as campers pitch their tents certain distances from roads, trails, and waterways.