Lake George Battleground
NYS DEC- Season
- May 15–Oct. 12
- Fee
- $22
- Sites
- 68
- Dump station
- Yes
Best for: The longest season and a dump station.
Watch out: Hookups not listed.
The short version
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation operates the public campgrounds in the Adirondacks and posts a season schedule for each. Most open May 15; Lake George Battleground, Fish Creek and Lewey Lake run to October 12, while Meadowbrook and others close September 7 or 13.
The DEC pages we read list trailer dump stations at Lake George Battleground and Meadowbrook but do not list hookups or maximum lengths. Nonresidents pay an extra $5 per night everywhere. Call the campground for rig details.
Best for
- Lake and mountain camping in a state-run network
- Travelers who want published dates and fees
- Rigs that can camp without hookups
Think twice if
- You plan to camp after October 12. Every 2026 season listed has ended
- You need confirmed hookups. The pages we read didn’t list them
- You expect the same price as residents. Nonresidents pay $5 more
Rig fit
- Maximum lengths were not listed. Call the campground
- Trailer dump stations at Lake George Battleground and Meadowbrook
- Nonresident surcharge $5 per night
Trip at a glance
| Fees | $18–$22 per night depending on campground; nonresidents +$5 |
|---|---|
| Lake George Battleground | 68 tent and trailer sites, $22, May 15–Oct. 12, trailer dump station |
| Meadowbrook | 62 sites, $18, May 15–Sept. 7, hot showers, flush toilets, trailer dump station |
| Reservations | ReserveAmerica; Meadowbrook phone 518-891-4351 |
Rig check
The DEC pages list sites and dump stations but not lengths.
- Lake George Battleground
- 68 tent and trailer sites; trailer dump station.
- Meadowbrook
- 62 sites; hot showers; trailer dump station.
- Other campgrounds
- Season and fee listed only; call for rig details.
When to go
The DEC seasons are short.
| Time of year | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Mid-May | Most campgrounds open May 15; Fish Creek opens May 8. |
| Summer | Peak. |
| September 7–13 | Meadowbrook, Lake Durant, Paradox, Brown Tract, Limekiln and Sharp Bridge close Sept. 7; Rollins Pond and Eagle Point Sept. 13. |
| October 12 | Lake George Battleground, Fish Creek and Lewey Lake close. |
Where to stay with an RV
Fees and dates for 2026, from the DEC schedule.
Meadowbrook
NYS DEC- Season
- May 15–Sept. 7
- Fee
- $18
- Sites
- 62
- Dump station
- Yes
Best for: Showers and a dump station near Lake Placid.
Watch out: Closes earlier.
Fish Creek and Rollins Pond
NYS DEC- Fish Creek
- May 8–Oct. 12, $22
- Rollins Pond
- May 15–Sept. 13, $20
Best for: Lake camping in the Saranac area.
Watch out: Details not listed.
Lewey Lake and Lake Durant
NYS DEC- Lewey Lake
- May 15–Oct. 12, $20
- Lake Durant
- May 15–Sept. 7, $20
Best for: Central Adirondack lakes.
Watch out: Details not listed.
The DEC also runs Eagle Point, Paradox Lake, Brown Tract Pond, Limekiln Lake and Sharp Bridge ($18–$22). Private RV parks are outside the DEC network; we did not verify specific ones.
Itineraries that work with a rig
Plans assume one DEC base.
3 days: Lakes
First visit.
- Day 1. Set up at Lake George Battleground.
- Day 2. Lake day.
- Day 3. Drive to Lake Placid.
5 days: Add the central lakes
More lakes.
- Days 1–3. Follow the three-day plan.
- Day 4. Move to Lewey Lake.
- Day 5. Paddle or hike.
7 days: Slow week
Buffer days.
- Days 1–5. Follow the five-day plan.
- Day 6. Meadowbrook.
- Day 7. Buffer day.
What not to miss
Lake George
A long lake with a DEC campground.
Lake Placid
A village near Meadowbrook.
Lewey Lake
A DEC lake campground open to Oct. 12.
Getting around with a big rig
Check the schedule. Seasons are short.
Budget for the surcharge. +$5 for nonresidents.
Call for rig details. Lengths aren’t listed.
Fuel, groceries, water and repairs
Lake George, Lake Placid and Old Forge have fuel and groceries.
Budget snapshot
From the DEC 2026 schedule.
| Item | What we found | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Campsite | $18–$22 per night | Depends on campground. |
| Nonresident surcharge | $5 per night | All facilities. |
Fees are the amounts listed by the managing agency when this guide was checked. Use the budget worksheet to add fuel, groceries and contingency.
Common questions
What do DEC campgrounds cost?
$18–$22 per night in 2026; nonresidents pay $5 more.
When do they close?
Between Sept. 7 and Oct. 12 in 2026, depending on the campground.
Where are dump stations?
Lake George Battleground and Meadowbrook list trailer dump stations.
Are hookups available?
The pages we read don't list them.
Sources and what to recheck
Rules were checked October 15, 2026. Fees, closures and availability will change, so use the official pages below as the source of truth.
- 2026 campground schedule — Dates and fees
- Lake George Battleground — Sites and dump station
- Meadowbrook — Sites and dump station