The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Paul Smiths, New York

Bring your dog and explore Paul Smiths—this area rolls out more than 3,200 pet-friendly campsites, with overnight rates starting at $11 and averaging $55. You’ll find sites surrounded by Adirondack forest, tucked beside mountain lakes, or perched on quiet hills. Campsites here cater to pet owners, so you won’t have to leave your four-legged companion behind. Most sites offer toilets, showers, and plenty of space for your dog to roam. Classic Adirondack activities like hiking, fishing, and snow sports are right on your doorstep. For a local favorite, check out ADK Mountain View (190 reviews), Islands Base Camp (189 reviews), or Willow Hill Farm and Mountains (122 reviews). Expect crisp air in the mornings, trails that start right from camp, and plenty of room for your dog to sniff out adventure.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Paul Smiths

Bring your dog and explore Paul Smiths—this area rolls out more than 3,200 pet-friendly campsites, with overnight rates starting at $11 and averaging $55. You’ll find sites surrounded by Adirondack forest, tucked beside mountain lakes, or perched on quiet hills. Campsites here cater to pet owners, so you won’t have to leave your four-legged companion behind. Most sites offer toilets, showers, and plenty of space for your dog to roam. Classic Adirondack activities like hiking, fishing, and snow sports are right on your doorstep. For a local favorite, check out ADK Mountain View (190 reviews), Islands Base Camp (189 reviews), or Willow Hill Farm and Mountains (122 reviews). Expect crisp air in the mornings, trails that start right from camp, and plenty of room for your dog to sniff out adventure.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Paul Smiths

1. Scott’s Summit

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39mi from Paul Smiths · 1 site · Lodging

This property is part of an original hundred acre woods in the Adirondack Park overlooking Lincoln Pond. My grandfather moved an old ice house under the property in 1943 and built the existing camp in 1949. Her family lives in Florida and has continued to maintain and improve the old camp for the last 40 years. After having done selective logging two years ago we discovered a spot in the back of the property overlooking the pond and with the removal of a couple of trees have a beautiful view of Lincoln Pond. The deck with the Yurt is the beginning of an eventual cabin. I live in the main house from late May until late October and decided to share it with like minded nature loving folks. It’s a 1/2 mile hike from the parking lot with total privacy.Learn more about this land:Located on top of a hill on a 100 acre wildlife sanctuary overlooking Lincoln Pond and the Adirondack High Peaks. Private Yurt on wooden deck with solar shower and water pumped up from nearby creek. Access from parking area over old logging road by SUV or ATV or a 12 minute hike from the parking area. 15 minute drive to numerous Adirondack hiking trails. Enjoy starry nights with a Biolite Bonfire. Two twin air beds and one king air bed. Bring your sleeping bags. Glamping at its best!

2. Camp Moonset

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23mi from Paul Smiths · 1 site · Lodging

Our cabin is an original Adirondack hunters camp nestled on the toe of Pelkey Mt. Vintage twin beds and built-in bunks sleep up to 4 people comfortably with a wood stove, propane lighting and a dry sink to load with ice and goodies. This off-the-grid, rustic cabin is the ONLY camp on over 600 acres of land, of which Pelkey Mt is the dominate feature. World class hiking, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing all within minutes of Camp Moonset and set in one of the most beloved areas by ADK locals. Enjoy the Adirondacks' High Peaks region without the crowds. **New pictures added from the April 2024 eclipse, top of Pelkey Mt looking south east towards Catamount Mt. **New pictures will be posted soon with recent cabin interior up grades. **2 night minimum required during the summer season.

3. The Cabin

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26mi from Paul Smiths · 1 site · Lodging

Secluded log cabin set in 16 acres of private woodland in the Adirondacks. Easy access to all the region has to offer, from world class fishing, hiking, climbing and paddling with white face mountain 20 minutes away for skiing and snowboarding in the winter. The Cabin is off the grid, with solar power for lighting and well pump, propane for the fridge and stove, and two wood burning stoves for heat. There’s an outhouse for a washroom.. There’s a screened in porch that has a bbq as a second cooking option. The property is teaming with wildlife, providing a home to many species native to the region. An ideal location to immerse yourself in nature !

4. Private RV Campsite

48mi from Paul Smiths · 1 site · Tent, RV

This is a private RV campsite in a country road setting. You will enjoy 50-, 30-, and 20-amp service, plus water and sewer connections. There is a 20' x 22' garage that serves as a party and hangout shelter. There is also a storage building and a small concrete slab for a barbecue and outdoor dining table. A beautiful sunset can be enjoyed overlooking a neighboring dairy farm. Close to Point Au Roche State Park, Lake Alice Primitive Wilderness, and Lake Champlain. Only 10 minutes to Plattsburgh and 60 minutes to the Adirondack High Peaks. Drive-through or back-in capable.

5. Jay Mountain Vista

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26mi from Paul Smiths · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

On this secluded 13 acre forested property, you're located directly across from the Ausable River, with plentiful mountain views. Only minutes away from Whiteface Mountain, the mountain bike trails of Wilmington, and with easy access to many of the high Peaks. Come enjoy peace and quiet relaxation while listening to the sounds of nature amongst the trees.

Public campgrounds near Paul Smiths

Hiked Bald Mountain on one of our excursions from the campsite.

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Buck Pond Campground

8.3mi from Paul Smiths · 112 sites · Tents, RVs · in Adirondack State Park

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Meacham Lake Campground

10mi from Paul Smiths · 219 sites · Tents, RVs · in Adirondack State Park

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Saranac Lake Islands Campground

11mi from Paul Smiths · 79 sites · Tents, RVs · in Adirondack State Park

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Fish Creek Pond Campground

11mi from Paul Smiths · 322 sites · Tents, RVs · in Adirondack State Park

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Rollins Pond Campground

12mi from Paul Smiths · 266 sites · Tents, RVs · in Adirondack State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Luc

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Jay Mountain Vista

Great spot. Very private and good space that fitted a tent and a car, There was also a fire pit set up and some logs separated for us. Very nice and cozy camping spot. Would definitely recommend

Remy

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp Moonset

This is my second time back to Camp Moonset and I loved it again! Bill has a beautiful piece of land, summiting Mt Pelkey is always a treat- beautiful view during peak foliage all to ourselves! The camp is basic but has everything you need.

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Dean

October 2025

5 ft pop-up camper

3 nights at Jay Mountain Vista

Quiet, secluded, flat. It was a peaceful stay at a no frills site. I would definitely stay there again! Lots of wildlife…deer, turkey, owl, coyotes. Nice and Simple!

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Robert

September 2025

27 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Jay Mountain Vista

This is a great site. Just off the road, up a little dirt road, and into a big open meadow. I keep coming back since the sites are level and big enough for my camper. This time, the colors were spectacular. Highly recommended!

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Karuna

August 2025

3 nights at Scott’s Summit

Paige and I had a wonderful time at Scott’s site! The views were incredible, beautiful sunrises and sunsets were had. The site itself had a lot of great amenities and was well maintained. Scott was a phenomenal host who quickly answered any of the questions we had and gave us plenty of privacy. Plenty of great trails to hike around just a short drive away. Would highly recommend having a larger vehicle like an SUV to get to the site and navigate the terrain. I drive a Toyota rav4 and got around just fine. Would definitely recommend this site, we had a phenomenal time.

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Robert

July 2025

27 ft travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Jay Mountain Vista

My second or third time here. Great site, easy access to the high peaks and river and pretty quiet. The site is level for campers, so I don’t even need to use my leveling blocks.

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Adrienne

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Jay Mountain Vista

We had a great time here! Stephanie was friendly and quick to respond. The directions were clear and the site was easy to find. Great location for many trails in the high peaks. Nice tucked away spot for privacy, even when someone is in the other site. The site is spacious and beautiful. We didn’t have service at the site, so I would recommend downloading maps for trails, etc before arriving.

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Sarah

July 2025

4 nights at Scott’s Summit

We had a lovely stay at Scott’s tent. The view was absolutely beautiful and made the entire stay worthwhile! It was also such a perk having a flushing toilet and creek water for washing. If you’re thinking of booking Scott’s tent, a couple of things to note: Although there is a road that takes you close to the tent, you have to park in a designated parking area which requires about 200 feet of an uphill hike to get your things to the tent. The paths were a little overgrown and the road up was a little tricky. We had no issues in our Jeep Wrangler, but I probably wouldn’t want to drive the road in anything with lower clearance or a much wider body. You can hear the highway at the site, but we got used to it after the first day. There is a flushing toilet in a tent not too far from the main camp, which we loved having available! The site is also very private, which we loved! All in all, as long as you feel comfortable with the drive and hike up, this was a nice spot to spend a long weekend.

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Billy

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Jay Mountain Vista

Awesome site. Loved the privacy. Great fire pit with plenty of fire wood available. Perfectly level site to camp next to my vehicle. Easily accessible with a small 2 wheel drive truck.

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Amy

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Jay Mountain Vista

We had a wonderful stay at the Jay Mountain Vista campsite! There is ample room to wander and play. The tent/RV pad was well maintained and easily accommodated two tents, one of which sleeps 8 campers. It's conveniently located next to the Ausable river, which offers quite a refreshing dip after a strenuous and muddy hike up Porter. How nice it was to be able to run over to Jay, with some nice dining options and food markets. Stephanie, the host, is extremely responsive and communicates clearly. Great place to camp!

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Robert

May 2025

27 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Jay Mountain Vista

Great site; close enough to all the fun but far enough away to be peaceful. The weather could’ve been a tad dryer but we made the most of it!

Remy

December 2024

2 nights at Camp Moonset

What a beautiful property! I had a great stay, Bill was super responsive and I had everything I needed in the cabin. It was a fun hike up to Mt Pelkey. The snow made it a true winter wonderland ❄️ The cabin was very private but close enough to the road that it wasn’t a hassle to get in and out. Great host, great property, highly recommend!