Paradox Lake Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. It opens May 15, 2026 and operates through early September. Reservations are available via ReserveAmerica up to 9 months in advance. Walk-ins are not permitted; same-day reservations must be made by 5pm.
Heat Advisory issued July 3 at 1:48PM EDT until July 3 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 95. * WHERE...Portions of northern New York and most of central northern Vermont, including the Northeast Kingdom. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest heat index values will continue through 5 PM today. This is the third consecutive day of unusually hot conditions. As such, impacts will remain higher despite the slightly lower temperatures and heat index values.
About
Paradox Lake Campground is a New York State DEC facility located on the shore of Dark Bay on Paradox Lake in the eastern Adirondacks. The campground offers 58 tent-only sites in a wooded setting, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Facilities include flush toilets, hot showers, a dump station, recycling center, and potable water stations throughout. Boating and fishing are major draws, with a single-lane boat launch accommodating motorboats and paddle craft. Canoes, rowboats, kayaks, and standup paddleboards are available for rent. The campground also serves as a basecamp for hikers exploring the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness, with trails leading south to Crane, Oxshoe, Crab, Putnam, and Horseshoe Ponds, as well as Pharaoh Lake and Pharaoh Mountain. A picnic area with pavilion rental is available for day use. Pets are permitted with proof of current rabies vaccination and must remain leashed. Maximum stay is 14 nights, with a limit of 6 people and 2 vehicles per site.
Directions
From I-87, take Exit 28, then Route 74 east approximately 4 miles to Paradox Lake. The campground is at 897 NYS Route 74, Paradox, NY.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $18 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (518) 532-7451 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| DEC Paradox Lake Campground | |
| ReserveAmerica Reservations |
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