State Park / State Forest
Near Lake George, New York: $27–$38/night, rigs to 30 ft. Open Mid-May through Columbus Day. Book 9 months ahead via ReserveAmerica NY.
State Park / State Forest
Managing authority
Near Lake George, New York
How much does camping at Hearthstone Point Campground (Lake George Region) cost, and when is it open?
Hearthstone Point Campground (Lake George Region) near Lake George, New York (State Park / State Forest) — camping fee $27–$38/night, season Mid-May through Columbus Day, RV size limit Up to 30 ft. Reservations: 9 months ahead via ReserveAmerica NY — book direct through the official channel.
The numbers
Fee range
$27–$38/night
Season open
Mid-May through Columbus Day
RV size limit
Up to 30 ft
Reservation window
9 months ahead via ReserveAmerica NY
The insider read
Lake George shore camp — sites in the 200-loop have lake view + access. Walking distance to Lake George village shops + steamboats. Book the 4th of July a year+ in advance.
Original analysis from PickRV — synthesised from public sources you can verify, pulling the operational details competitor guides typically skip.
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Book it right
PickRV doesn't handle campground bookings — reserve direct through the official channel so policies and cancellations flow through one record.
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