Saratoga National Historical Park - Camping

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Moreau Lake State Park Campground

Mileage:17 mi

Description: Moreau Lake State Park lies amid hardwood forests, pine stands and rocky ridges. Shady groves of trees shelter picnic grounds and a pavilion overlooking the lake. Wooded campgrounds are quiet and secluded, offering facilities for group campers, as well as tent and trailer sites. The sandy beach, nature, hiking and cross-country ski trails, opportunities for boating, fishing and ice fishing, and proximity to the Saratoga Spring and Lake George areas make the park attractive to visitors.Geography:Moreau Lake State Park is located ten miles north of Saratoga Springs in the Adirondack foothills.Recreation:The park's many activities include boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, sunbathing, bird watching, biking, hunting, visiting the Nature Center, and wintertime ice fishing, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.Facilities:The park's amenities include a beach, boat launch sites, boat rentals, cabins, campsites, dumping stations, showers, 20+ trails for hiking and biking, picnic tables, and a playground. A wooden pavilion with a 120-person capacity and three canvas tents with space for 35-50 may be reserved. In the summer, beach lounges, beach umbrellas, and fishing gear can be rented. In the winter, snowshoes are available for rent daily. Located on the beach road, the award winning, Lake Shore Cottage provides everything from a refrigerator, stove, dishes and utensils to a screened porch, bathroom with shower, bedding, pillows and a cozy fireplace. The newly renovated Campground Cottage will be available in May 2009 and offers many of the same amenities as the Lake Shore Cottage. (located near Loop F)Nearby Attractions:Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga Lake State Boat Launch, and Grant Cottage State Historic Site are all nearby.
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Moreau Lake State Park Campground

Mileage:17 mi

Description: Moreau Lake State Park lies amid hardwood forests, pine stands and rocky ridges. Shady groves of trees shelter picnic grounds and a pavilion overlooking the lake. Wooded campgrounds are quiet and secluded, offering facilities for group campers, as well as tent and trailer sites. The sandy beach, nature, hiking and cross-country ski trails, opportunities for boating, fishing and ice fishing, and proximity to the Saratoga Spring and Lake George areas make the park attractive to visitors.Geography:Moreau Lake State Park is located ten miles north of Saratoga Springs in the Adirondack foothills.Recreation:The park's many activities include boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, sunbathing, bird watching, biking, hunting, visiting the Nature Center, and wintertime ice fishing, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.Facilities:The park's amenities include a beach, boat launch sites, boat rentals, cabins, campsites, dumping stations, showers, 20+ trails for hiking and biking, picnic tables, and a playground. A wooden pavilion with a 120-person capacity and three canvas tents with space for 35-50 may be reserved. In the summer, beach lounges, beach umbrellas, and fishing gear can be rented. In the winter, snowshoes are available for rent daily. Located on the beach road, the award winning, Lake Shore Cottage provides everything from a refrigerator, stove, dishes and utensils to a screened porch, bathroom with shower, bedding, pillows and a cozy fireplace. The newly renovated Campground Cottage will be available in May 2009 and offers many of the same amenities as the Lake Shore Cottage. (located near Loop F)Nearby Attractions:Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga Lake State Boat Launch, and Grant Cottage State Historic Site are all nearby.
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Luzerne Campground

Mileage:24 mi

Description: Luzerne Campground partially surrounds Fourth Lake, which is approximately 51 acres, with a maximum depth of 41 feet. No motor boats are allowed on the lake, creating a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. Luzerne has a special camping area for equestrians, with horse barns, separate corrals with water, and picnic tables, located in a grove of pines. There are about five miles of marked trails on state land connected to about 60 miles of private trails.Geography:Luzerne Campground is located on Fourth Lake.Recreation:Horseback riding is a special attraction at Luzerne Campground. Other favorite activities include boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. The campground also offers a Nature Recreation program for visitors eager to learn about the outdoors.Please note that horses are NOT available for hire at the campground.Facilities:Park amenities include campsites, trails, and a wonderful equestrian camping area. The park also features a trailer dump station and recycling center; handicapped accessibility; a picnic area with pavilions, tables, fireplaces, and charcoal grills; 2 swimming areas; and rowboats and canoes.Nearby Attractions:Numerous hiking trails can be found in nearby Lake George. Other nature lovers will find boating, canoeing, and mountain climbing nearby. Shoppers will enjoy the local outlet malls, and everyone can enjoy the area's restaurants, theme parks, theaters, and historic sites.
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Luzerne Campground

Mileage:24 mi

Description: Luzerne Campground partially surrounds Fourth Lake, which is approximately 51 acres, with a maximum depth of 41 feet. No motor boats are allowed on the lake, creating a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. Luzerne has a special camping area for equestrians, with horse barns, separate corrals with water, and picnic tables, located in a grove of pines. There are about five miles of marked trails on state land connected to about 60 miles of private trails.Geography:Luzerne Campground is located on Fourth Lake.Recreation:Horseback riding is a special attraction at Luzerne Campground. Other favorite activities include boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. The campground also offers a Nature Recreation program for visitors eager to learn about the outdoors.Please note that horses are NOT available for hire at the campground.Facilities:Park amenities include campsites, trails, and a wonderful equestrian camping area. The park also features a trailer dump station and recycling center; handicapped accessibility; a picnic area with pavilions, tables, fireplaces, and charcoal grills; 2 swimming areas; and rowboats and canoes.Nearby Attractions:Numerous hiking trails can be found in nearby Lake George. Other nature lovers will find boating, canoeing, and mountain climbing nearby. Shoppers will enjoy the local outlet malls, and everyone can enjoy the area's restaurants, theme parks, theaters, and historic sites.
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Cherry Plain State Park Campground

Mileage:29 mi

Description: Cherry Plain State Park is nestled in the woods of the Taconic Valley. The park's 175 acres are a quiet alternative to other parks in the region. The park's setting on Black River Pond features a sandy beach with adjacent picnic grounds and a boat launch. The park also has bridle paths and hiking, biking, and nature trails that serve as cross-country ski trails in winter. Anglers enjoy fishing for bass, bullheads, and pickerel here. A special feature of the park is a Charcoal Kiln Site that can be found by hiking a trail that begins at the southern corner of the main parking lot. The Capital District Wildlife Management Area surrounds the park and offers another 4,153 acres of forested land for outdoor recreation.Geography:Cherry Plain State Park, opened to the public in 1962, is located 19 miles southeast of Grafton and seven miles north of Stephentown, off NYS Route 22.Recreation:Biking, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, and picnicking are the park's most popular summer activities; winter visitors ice fish, snowmobile, and cross-country ski.Facilities:The park's facilities include a beach, boat launch sites and rentals, campsites, a nature trail, picnic tables and pavilions, and showers.Nearby Attractions:Nearby parks include Grafton Lakes State Park, Schodack Island State Park, Peebles Island State Park, Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site, and Crailo State Historic Site.
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Cherry Plain State Park Campground

Mileage:29 mi

Description: Cherry Plain State Park is nestled in the woods of the Taconic Valley. The park's 175 acres are a quiet alternative to other parks in the region. The park's setting on Black River Pond features a sandy beach with adjacent picnic grounds and a boat launch. The park also has bridle paths and hiking, biking, and nature trails that serve as cross-country ski trails in winter. Anglers enjoy fishing for bass, bullheads, and pickerel here. A special feature of the park is a Charcoal Kiln Site that can be found by hiking a trail that begins at the southern corner of the main parking lot. The Capital District Wildlife Management Area surrounds the park and offers another 4,153 acres of forested land for outdoor recreation.Geography:Cherry Plain State Park, opened to the public in 1962, is located 19 miles southeast of Grafton and seven miles north of Stephentown, off NYS Route 22.Recreation:Biking, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, and picnicking are the park's most popular summer activities; winter visitors ice fish, snowmobile, and cross-country ski.Facilities:The park's facilities include a beach, boat launch sites and rentals, campsites, a nature trail, picnic tables and pavilions, and showers.Nearby Attractions:Nearby parks include Grafton Lakes State Park, Schodack Island State Park, Peebles Island State Park, Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site, and Crailo State Historic Site.
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Lake George Battleground Campground

Mileage:29 mi

Description: Lake George Battleground Campground holds great historical significance for many of its visitors, who visit to view the remains of the numerous military activities that took place here during the Colonial period. The campground is near a self-guided historical interpretive path, with educational information, at the Battlefield Park. A short walk to the Lake George Beach for swimming and sunbathing is another popular activity here, and campers also have the option of boating, fishing, and hiking. Shopping and theme parks are also very close by, so there is something for everyone here!Geography:Lake George Battleground Campground is located just 1/4 mile south of the village of Lake George, a popular summertime resort.Recreation:Activities include boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking.Facilities:The park offers tent and trailer sites, hot showers, flush toilets, a trailer dump station, a recycling center, and handicapped accessibility.Nearby Attractions:Nearby Prospect Mountain Memorial Highway offers a spectacular view of the surrounding area. The Lake George region offers some of the most diverse recreational opportunities in the state of New York, including boating, canoeing, hiking, and mountain climbing. Shoppers will enjoy the outlet malls, and everyone can enjoy the restaurants, theme parks, theatres, and historic sites.
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Lake George Battleground Campground

Mileage:29 mi

Description: Lake George Battleground Campground holds great historical significance for many of its visitors, who visit to view the remains of the numerous military activities that took place here during the Colonial period. The campground is near a self-guided historical interpretive path, with educational information, at the Battlefield Park. A short walk to the Lake George Beach for swimming and sunbathing is another popular activity here, and campers also have the option of boating, fishing, and hiking. Shopping and theme parks are also very close by, so there is something for everyone here!Geography:Lake George Battleground Campground is located just 1/4 mile south of the village of Lake George, a popular summertime resort.Recreation:Activities include boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking.Facilities:The park offers tent and trailer sites, hot showers, flush toilets, a trailer dump station, a recycling center, and handicapped accessibility.Nearby Attractions:Nearby Prospect Mountain Memorial Highway offers a spectacular view of the surrounding area. The Lake George region offers some of the most diverse recreational opportunities in the state of New York, including boating, canoeing, hiking, and mountain climbing. Shoppers will enjoy the outlet malls, and everyone can enjoy the restaurants, theme parks, theatres, and historic sites.
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Northampton Beach Campground

Mileage:30 mi

Description: Located on the northwest corner of 29-mile-long Great Sacandaga Lake, Northampton Beach Campground offers great boating and fishing and is a very popular camping destination. Campsites range from those secluded within the tall white pines and northern hardwoods, to those on the open, sandy shoreline. The campground offers a Junior Naturalist program, which encourages children to explore the surrounding environment; a large craft boat launch; a natural sand beach with guarded swimming area from mid-June to Labor Day; rowboat, canoe, and kayak rentals on the premises; and a large picnic area.Geography:Northampton Beach Campground is located on the Great Sacanadaga Lake, a reservoir 29 miles long and 6 miles across at its widest point. The lake was created by impoundment during the 1920's and is under the jurisdiction of the Hudson River-Black River Regulating District. The reservoir regulates the flow of the Hudson and Sacandaga Rivers, providing a conservation pool of water, minimizing floods, providing flow a draught stages, and affording recreational boating and fishing opportunities.Recreation:Hiking, boating, and fishing are very popular here. There are many community events held throughout the season, including annual fishing contests, the Royal Mountain Motor Cross, the annual Hobie Cat Long Distance Sailing Race, and stock car races at the Fonda Speedway.Facilities:Park facilities include its reservoir, a swimming beach, a picnic area with pavilions, and numerous campsites. Other features are: restrooms with showers, a trailer dump station, a recycling center, a boat launch, a sand beach, a bathhouse, and a play area.Nearby Attractions:Shopping, restaurants, movie theaters, and golf courses are nearby.
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Northampton Beach Campground

Mileage:30 mi

Description: Located on the northwest corner of 29-mile-long Great Sacandaga Lake, Northampton Beach Campground offers great boating and fishing and is a very popular camping destination. Campsites range from those secluded within the tall white pines and northern hardwoods, to those on the open, sandy shoreline. The campground offers a Junior Naturalist program, which encourages children to explore the surrounding environment; a large craft boat launch; a natural sand beach with guarded swimming area from mid-June to Labor Day; rowboat, canoe, and kayak rentals on the premises; and a large picnic area.Geography:Northampton Beach Campground is located on the Great Sacanadaga Lake, a reservoir 29 miles long and 6 miles across at its widest point. The lake was created by impoundment during the 1920's and is under the jurisdiction of the Hudson River-Black River Regulating District. The reservoir regulates the flow of the Hudson and Sacandaga Rivers, providing a conservation pool of water, minimizing floods, providing flow a draught stages, and affording recreational boating and fishing opportunities.Recreation:Hiking, boating, and fishing are very popular here. There are many community events held throughout the season, including annual fishing contests, the Royal Mountain Motor Cross, the annual Hobie Cat Long Distance Sailing Race, and stock car races at the Fonda Speedway.Facilities:Park facilities include its reservoir, a swimming beach, a picnic area with pavilions, and numerous campsites. Other features are: restrooms with showers, a trailer dump station, a recycling center, a boat launch, a sand beach, a bathhouse, and a play area.Nearby Attractions:Shopping, restaurants, movie theaters, and golf courses are nearby.
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Note: All mileage numbers are "as the crow flies"