Meadowbrook Public Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens May 15, 2026 and operates through September 7, 2026. Reservations available up to 9 months in advance through ReserveAmerica.
Special Weather Statement issued December 29 at 1:04PM EST by NWS Burlington VT
Temperatures will quickly drop below freezing this afternoon and evening. This will lead to any untreated surfaces quickly freezing. Sacttered snow showers could quickly coat roads. Use caution if driving or walking. Increasing winds this afternoon and evening could cause isolated power outages due to lingering ice loading on trees and powerlines. Wind chills below zero tonight will affect anyone still without power or outside.
About
Meadowbrook Public Campground is the best bargain for visitors exploring the Lake Placid area and Olympic venues. Established in 1933 with 30 sites and expanded to 62 sites in 1961, this NYSDEC campground sits on Route 86 in Ray Brook, just 4 miles from both Lake Placid and Saranac Lake. The location provides easy access to numerous hiking trails suitable for all experience levels, Whiteface Mountain Memorial Highway 15 miles away, and the Olympic training facilities. The campground offers 62 campsites with hot showers, modern flush toilets, a trailer dump station, and a recycling center. Each campsite includes a table and fireplace. Accessible features include a wheelchair-accessible shower building near campsite 10. Additional amenities include a small day-use area, pavilion rental, and composting facilities. Sites accommodate up to 6 people with 2 tents or 1 RV and 1 tent, with maximum equipment lengths ranging from 20 to 30 feet depending on the site. Nearby attractions include the Adirondack Park Visitors Interpretive Center 18 miles west, Saranac Inn Fish Hatchery 15 miles away, and the villages of Lake Placid and Saranac Lake with restaurants, shopping, golf courses, and horseback riding. The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through early September with advance reservations available through ReserveAmerica up to 9 months ahead.
Directions
From the Northway (I-87) northbound: Exit 30 Route 73 north to Lake Placid. Route 86 4 miles west of Village of Lake Placid, campground is on the left side of the road in Ray Brook. From the Northway (I-87) southbound: Exit 34 route 9N south to Jay; Route 86 south through Lake Placid; 4 miles west of the village in Ray Brook, left side of the road. From Tupper Lake: Route 3 east to Saranac Lake, Route 86 east 4 miles, campground is on right side of the road in Ray Brook.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (518) 891-4351 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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