1 / 100

Adirondack Adventure Base

99%
·
61 reviews
· Paul Smiths, Franklin, New York
50 acres hosted by Sheila D.
3 lodging sites · 2 RV/tent sites
Avatar
Staff verified
Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Private sites
95% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
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.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Beach
Forest
Lake
River, stream, or creek

Select a site

Filter by

RV/tent sites

2 sites
Instant book

Woodland Grove Camping

98% (22)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 4 m
Come pitch your tent on our 50 acre tree farm! Our camping area is situated in the middle of a lush, open, pine forest. In addition to the beautiful space, we provide you with advice on local attractions, hikes and paddles to help you plan your trip! If you have more than 4 in your group, check out our Adirondack Adventure Base Camp site nearby for up to an add'l 4 guests (sorry, no animals).
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
from
$75
/ night
for NaN guests

Base Camp

100% (2)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 6 m
Use this spacious, restful, beautiful site as your base of operations for some memorable Adirondack adventures. Come pitch your tent in our pine forest or park your Overland vehicle. This site was built by Overlanders, for Overlanders and primitive campers. You'll be within easy access to many hikes, paddles,  lakes to fish at, mountains to climb, roads to explore, wildlife to see. Plus, we'll help you plan your activities during your stay. Your site includes a picnic table, a beautiful campfire area, potable water and a shared, clean outhouse. This site accommodates up to 4 guests, if you have more people in your group, consider booking our Woodland Grove campsite as well.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
from
$75
/ night
for NaN guests

Lodging

3 sites
Instant book

Overlook Lean-to

100% (28)
Cabin · Sleeps 6
Have an amazing view of the stars when you stay with us at our hill-top lean-to. Located on 50 acres of private property, this lean-to is the perfect place to sleep under the moon-light and have privacy. No tent needed, although there are spots to pitch one if you so choose.  The lean-to comes furnished with plenty of chairs, tables, and a futon bed with a bug net. You will need to bring your sleeping bags and groups of three or larger will want sleeping pads/tents. We provide a small propane Coleman 2 burner campstove for your use with all your pots, pans, plates, and utensils. There is a cooler at the site for your food. There is a log picnic table under in a screen tent next to the lean-to and two hammocks for you to lounge in. There are over 5 miles of walking, biking trails on the property and neat places to explore right at the Adventure Base. The surrounding area has many lakes, streams, mountains, swimming holes, rivers, trails....so many adventures to have. Plus, we'll help you plan your activities for your trip to help ensure that your stay is a "Wow!"
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
from
$155
/ night
for NaN guests
Instant book

The Magical Treehouse

97% (17)
Treehouse · Sleeps 2
Stay up off the ground in our cozy tree house. A beautiful, circular space that is the perfect base camp for your next adventure - or the spot to curl up with a good book. Close to our office building and home, the tree house is the perfect space to be in the woods, but not isolated. We provide you with bedding and towels, plus help you plan your trip. Our property includes miles of hiking and purpose-built mountain biking trails. You will also have access to a covered, screened in area with a picnic table, chairs, cook stove, and all the dishes and utensils you need. There is no running water in the treehouse but the office building is only 20 feet away and has a bathroom with a hot shower for your use. Come stay with us and wake up in the trees!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
from
$375
/ night
for NaN guests

Camp Hatteras

Cabin · Sleeps 8
Private and secluded, yet centrally located, Camp Hatteras is located seven miles north of Paul Smiths College on Rt. 30. You’ll be in one of the most varied wilderness areas of the park. We’re located in the middle of some of the Adirondack’s most dependable snow for cross-country skiing, with abundant groomed and back country trails nearby. The Adirondack Park Visitors Interpretive Center is five miles away and is open year round with wonderful hiking, XC skiing, snowshoe trails and educational programs for the whole family. You’ll be 25 minutes to Titus Mountain Ski Center, Saranac Lake or Malone; 35 minutes to Lake Placid and its Olympic venues; 50 minutes to Whiteface Mountain. The Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks (the Wild Center) is 40 minutes away in Tupper Lake. Camp Hatteras has three bedrooms and sleeps up to 8 people. Two of the bedrooms have two twin beds each and a third bedroom has a queen. An open loft has a futon, which can be folded open for another person or two. Two bathrooms with showers make sure that no one is waiting. There is a complete laundry room for those making longer stays. There are toys for younger children to discover, and a high chair and “potty” for toddlers. A wrap-around deck has a propane grill and picnic table in a screened porch. Bring some water jugs with you, as this 500’ deep well delivers the freshest, tastiest mountain water that you could ever want. You’ll want to take some home. There is a nice campfire spot for summer/winter time marshmallow roasts or quiet fire gazing. The glass front wood stove sheds a warming glow across the great-room’s hardwood floors in the winter. The kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave, electric oven and range, a dishwasher, and all of the things that make cooking healthy, hearty meals possible. Firewood is supplied for our winter guest’s heating comfort, and a reasonable amount of campfire wood is available in the summer as well. The driveway travels about 200 yards in from the main road and is well plowed with plenty of parking. If you’d rather not heat with a wood stove, the electric baseboard heat is always there to keep you warm. In the warmer months, there are nearby trails which are excellent for mountain biking with both back country roads and single-track. Designated horseback riding trail heads are less than a mile away. A “Wild and Scenic Study River,” the Osgood, flows nearby with put-in and take-outs within a couple of miles of your driveway. Drop-off and pick-up arrangements can be made. This is a “must paddle” for those interested in wildlife and scenery. Many have spotted the Bald Eagle who has a nest at the river’s edge. We are surrounded by many great fishing spots. Your hosts, Bob and Sheila, are a former professional wilderness guide, and a life-long resident of the Paul Smith’s area. Between the two of them, good advice—connecting you to great experiences and unique destinations is as close to a “sure thing” as you can get. The temporary use of their brains is complimentary!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
from
$285
/ night
for NaN guests

Reviews

99% Recommend74 ratings · 61 reviews

Location

Paul Smiths, Franklin, New York, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Avatar

Hosted by Sheila D.

Joined in July 2017
Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 15 hours

Things to do nearby

Similar campgrounds nearby

Campers also viewed...

About us

Everywhere You Want To Camp™

Hipcamp is the #1 camping app to find and book campsites, from national parks to blueberry farms. Explore our collection of over 500,000 iconic public lands, well-equipped RV resorts, and private sites you won't find anywhere else. Browse our comprehensive maps, filter by your camping style, read real reviews, and create free availability alerts. Hipcamp is the simplest way to find yourself outside under the stars. Camp Your Way®

Get Hipcamp, the #1 camping app.

© 2025 Hipcamp, Inc. All rights reserved.
Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future.