The best waterside campgrounds near Paul Smiths, New York

Looking to go camping near Paul Smiths, New York? Hipcamp has you covered with over 720 options to choose from. Whether you're a fan of paddling, exploring historic sites, or biking, there's a campsite that suits your activity preference. With an average price per night of $45 and options as low as $20, camping is affordable for every budget. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: Transparent Sands, Diamond Point (153 reviews), Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat (132 reviews), and Islands Base Camp (121 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and toilets. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Paul Smiths

Looking to go camping near Paul Smiths, New York? Hipcamp has you covered with over 720 options to choose from. Whether you're a fan of paddling, exploring historic sites, or biking, there's a campsite that suits your activity preference. With an average price per night of $45 and options as low as $20, camping is affordable for every budget. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: Transparent Sands, Diamond Point (153 reviews), Vermont Ranch & Riverside Retreat (132 reviews), and Islands Base Camp (121 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and toilets. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Paul Smiths

1. Adirondack Adventure Base

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(76)

6.7mi from Paul Smiths · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Overlook Lean-To, Treehouse, primitive campsites, and so much more! This is glamping at its finest. Our property was originally used as a seasonal hunting/fishing camp in the 1920's. Sheila and Bob bought it in the early 80s and have turned it into an amazing compound built for their family. They blinked their eyes and their children are gone, so this beautiful 50 acre diverse property and its private trail system are meant to be shared. Nestled in a mature, private pine forest, this well cared for property boasts abundant wildlife and a network of walking, skiing and mountain biking trails which take you past wetlands, cliffs and a variety of forest types. They have all kinds of lodging options from a beautiful vacation cabin they rent, to an Adk lean-to, to a Treehouse, and primitive campsites. You'll find a little bit for everyone at Adirondack Adventure Base.

2. Bridgeview Harbour Marina

95%

(98)

48mi from Paul Smiths · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Bridgeview Harbour Marina is a family owned and operated full service marina, event space, and camping area on the Adirondack shore of Lake Champlain. Established in 2020 the Marina provides seasonal and overnight slips and moorings to boaters, fisherman, and lake-goers, three camp sites, and an on-site cafe. Marina services are available May thru October each year, with other events and services available throughout the year. The marina is set on 33 acres along Lake Champlain and hosts ~4150 feet of lake-frontage, it is accessible via car, boat, or via the adjacent Amtrak rail line. Prior to becoming a marina in 1989, the property was home to a very large Iron Foundry, rail yard, and barge-loading operation known as Cedar Point. Cedar point, part of the larger Witherbee-Sherman Mining Company, operated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries smelting iron ore to be shipped throughout the world via the Lake Champlain Canal and Hudson River, and is credited with providing iron to some of America's leading projects at the time. Some remains of the sites industrious past can be observed throughout the property. From Father's Day to Labor Day, the Marina hosts the Port Henry Waterfront Farmers' Market every Friday between 5PM and 8PM. The Market features farms, makers, artists, food trucks and Live Music every week

3. Kickin' Up Dust Farm

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(27)

34mi from Paul Smiths · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging

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.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Bryan

November 2025

Tent

6 nights at Kickin' Up Dust Farm

Holly has a great setup boardering state park land with trails that connect. The area has a lot to offer with some great hikes. They have potable water available close to the camp site and a porta potty at the site. If you like animals, they have all sorts of farm friends for you to watch and visit with. It was a wonderful place to stay.

Perfect sunrise coming over Vermont mountains

John

September 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bridgeview Harbour Marina

The plateau is a perfect getaway spot. Quiet overlooking Lake Champlain and the sailboats moored up. The night sky was a beautiful view of the milkyway. Host is very accommodating. We will be back again.

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Marie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Bridgeview Harbour Marina

It has the most beautiful view of Lake Champlain. A little cafe clean bathrooms and clean porta-potty’s and laundry

The Plateau site, shown in color, is located on a raised area, roughly 10 feet above the docks and marina.

Lynn

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

7 nights at Bridgeview Harbour Marina

We always enjoy camping at Bridgeview it is quiet and friendly!

Lots of beautiful, quiet, privacy in the pines.

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Jennifer

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Adirondack Adventure Base

Woodland Grove Camping at Adirondack Adventure Base is such a gem. The property is calm, pristine, and full of charm with cute little trails to wander right on-site. It feels like a perfect mix of peaceful and fun. Bob and Sheila are the kindest, most thoughtful hosts, and it was such a treat getting to spend time with them. Mim is just the coolest human being ever and made the stay even more special. We also got to try their maple syrup, which truly was the best we’ve ever had. The spot is also in an ideal location, just a short drive to Saranac Lake, Lake Placid, and some of the most beautiful hiking and sightseeing in the Adirondacks. We left already talking about when we’ll come back. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable Adirondack stay.

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James

September 2025

26 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bridgeview Harbour Marina

This was a great weekend with friends and family it was the most beautiful spot.

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Stephanie

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bridgeview Harbour Marina

We have four dogs, and absolutely loved the private off to the side campsite that the Pumphouse was. We had plenty of space to spread out, lovely view of the lake and boats. Fun to watch the farmers market Friday night. Enjoyed the live music and vendors. Quiet and peaceful at night, Tje noisiest neighborhoods were the delightful owls. Beautiful view of the Champlain Bridge and amazing sunrise views. Bathrooms were clean and comfortable. Showers were clean and lovely water- perfect pressure and easy temperature adjustment. This is a great campsite for privacy and space. We had fun cycling down to the marina with the dogs.

Doll our paint draft Horse she is the oldest, with several of our donkeys

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Robin

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kickin' Up Dust Farm

We loved camping at Hee Haw Haven! My kids loved all of the different animals, play areas, zip line, and camping for the first time. Holly and her husband were so welcoming and generous. They want to return soon (in their minds all camping happens there) and wonder if they can build a portal to get there faster.

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Michael

August 2025

14 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Bridgeview Harbour Marina

Beautiful view from the pump house site. Very private. Checkin was easy.

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Adam

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bridgeview Harbour Marina

Nice view on a secluded spot away from other campers.

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Eddie

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bridgeview Harbour Marina

Pump House site was a great secluded spot with view of the marina. Was a little worried initially as there is also a famers market/live music hosted at the marina on Fridays during the summer, but was able to find the site with the signage.

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Maria

July 2025

Tent

2 nights at Bridgeview Harbour Marina

Thank you Sarah for enabling my husband and I to camp on your wonderful site. Excellent views, clean bathrooms, cool little cafe (need some vegetarian or vegan options). Friendly staff and Vibe at Dockside Cafe and open to suggestions.

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Mike

July 2025

29 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Bridgeview Harbour Marina

Great views and great customer services. Friendly people and very family friendly atmosphere.

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Jacob Wixted

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kickin' Up Dust Farm

Hee Haw Haven is an awesome camping spot! Flat, sandy ground, fire pit, and plenty of room for our two vehicles. Picnic table, outhouse and garbage can at the campsite. They supplied us with a water cooler too, and had fill spots around the property. They have additional picnic tables in the shade next to the donkey pastures. A 3-5 minute walk through the woods to showers and lake at a public campground. Holly gave us a tour of the property and introduced us to all of their farm animals. We opted for the donkey clinic, and it was so much fun! Brushing, cleaning, and leading the donkeys on a walk through the woods. The site and their farm is a short drive from Plattsburgh, other Lake Champlain beaches, and Adirondack hikes. Ultimately it was a fantastic camping spot, and I would recommend it to anyone!

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Jenny

June 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bridgeview Harbour Marina

Beautiful site , view of the lake and sailboats . Enjoyed our time there , will be coming back! Clean and spacious, dogs had a great time swimming and relaxing .

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Mike

June 2025

29 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Bridgeview Harbour Marina

Great place to camp and great people to do business with. Great views and good food; bring your kayaks and bikes.