Caroga Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from May 15 through September 7 annually.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 30 at 12:16PM EST until December 31 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will lead to blowing and drifting snow and reduced visibility. * WHERE...Schoharie, Montgomery, Northern Fulton, and Southern Fulton Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A band of lake effect snow will slowly lift northward through tonight, impacting the Thruway corridor late this afternoon into the overnight hours. The band will lift north of the Thruway into Fulton County late tonight then north of Fulton County by early Wednesday afternoon.
About
Caroga Lake Campground is situated in the southern portion of Adirondack Park on the shores of East Caroga Lake in Fulton County. Opened to the public in 1929, this historic campground has been welcoming visitors for nearly a century. The facility offers 105 large, level campsites capable of accommodating everything from small tents to 40-foot RVs. The campground loops were developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1933, and the site has been expanded over the decades to its current size. Recreational opportunities abound at Caroga Lake. The sandy beach provides a designated swimming area, and visitors can rent rowboats, canoes, or kayaks to explore East Caroga Lake. A small craft boat launch is available for those bringing their own watercraft. Anglers can fish for chain pickerel, smallmouth bass, splake, yellow perch, black crappie, and various other species. A unique feature is the diversified exercise course with 18 stations winding through the campground. Nearby Ferris Lake Wild Forest and Shaker Mountain Wild Forest offer extensive hiking trail networks within minutes of the campground. The campground provides modern amenities including hot showers, flush toilets, a trailer dump station, and a recycling center. Each campsite has a picnic table and fireplace. The area is rich in history from the French and Indian War and Revolutionary War periods. Shopping, restaurants, and a municipal 18-hole golf course are located nearby in the Caroga Lake area.
Directions
From the East (Albany): Take NYS Thruway (I-90W) to Exit 27/Amsterdam. Go north on Route 30 through Amsterdam and Perth. At the intersection of Routes 29 & 30 turn left onto Route 29, then in 1.5 miles turn right onto Route 29A. Stay on Route 29A for about 16 miles and the campground will be on the left. From West (Utica): Take NYS Thruway (I-90E) to Exit 29/Canajoharie. At stop sign turn right and follow Route 10 north to the intersection of Route 29A. Turn right on 29A and the campground will be on the right.
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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 | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (518) 835-4241 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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