4.53132 reviewsPrice
$8/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
2026 Camping Season:...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$8/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
2026 Camping Season:...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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605 OLD SARATOGA RD, GANSEVOORT, New York, 12831, United States
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Learn more about alerts →Hikers and paddlers who want a lake-and-ridge combo near Saratoga Springs will find this hard to beat: motor-free Moreau Lake for kayaks and canoes, ridge trails with Hudson River overlooks, and fall color peaking late September through mid-October on weekdays when crowds thin ou
Avoid site 25 (small, rooty) and skip Loop B if light sleepers are in your group, owl noise is a documented complaint. Large RVs will fight narrow roads and tree roots. Firewood from the park office is frequently reported as wet, so bring your own or buy it elsewhere.
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Late September through mid-October delivers peak foliage with daytime highs around 50–65°F and nights dropping to 30–45°F. Summer brings warm conditions ideal for lake swimming and beach use, though crowds thicken. Winter opens ice fishing and cross-country skiing opportunities once the lake freezes. Expect moderate to busy weekends during fall color season, with weekdays staying quieter.
Peak foliage season is a highlight; fall camping praised for colors and quieter atmosphere.
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Moreau Lake State Park offers extensive amenities designed to cater to a variety of camper needs. Facilities include a sandy beach, boat launch sites, boat rentals, cabins, cottages, campsites, dumping stations, showers, over 20 trails for hiking and biking, picnic tables, and a playground. Seasonal features include beach lounges, umbrellas, and fishing gear rentals in summer, and snowshoe rentals in winter. Firewood and bagged ice are available at the park office. Notably, the park has multiple cabin options, including the Lake Shore Cottage with modern amenities, the rustic Sunset Cabin, and the White Birch cabins with wood stoves and electricity. The bathrooms are described as very clean and relatively modern by visitors, with showers available in all loops. However, some reviews noted minor maintenance concerns, such as spider webs or the need for more thorough cleaning.
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Site 25 received negative feedback for being small and filled with tree roots.
Loop B was described as noisy at night due to screeching owls, while Loop F was quieter.
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