Newcomb campground is the perfect home base for exploring the Adirondacks

Limekiln Lake Campground was my final stop in the Adirondacks, and it was a memorable one. I stayed directly on the water with unobstructed views across the lake. The setting immediately reminded me of Squam Lake in New Hampshire. Forested hills surround the lake, development is minimal, and the atmosphere feels wonderfully remote. The campground is large and spread out along the shoreline. Sites offer plenty of privacy and access to the lake. For anglers, Limekiln Lake offer

Newcomb Campground was a welcome change of pace after several days of primitive camping and boondocking. Located near downtown Newcomb, the campground offers water and electric hookups along with a dump station. While many Adirondack campgrounds focus on rustic experiences, Newcomb provides enough amenities to recharge while still feeling connected to nature. The campground itself is small, quiet, and beautifully maintained. Sites are spread throughout a pine forest and offer

Sacandaga Campground may be one of the most unique campgrounds I've visited anywhere in New York. The campground sits on a peninsula where two branches of the Sacandaga River flow around the property before eventually merging downstream. Water is everywhere, creating beautiful views and endless opportunities for fishing and exploration. I spent three days here and never felt the need to leave the campground. The fishing was one of the highlights. There are multiple access poi

Lewey Lake Campground was one of those places that immediately makes you want to stay longer. Located along both Lewey Lake and Indian Lake, the campground offers an impressive collection of waterfront campsites. I stayed on the Lewey Lake side and was surprised by how private the sites felt. The campsites were huge, heavily wooded, and so well spaced out that I could barely see neighboring campers. One of the campground's biggest strengths is water access. Nearly every water

Perkins Clearing Conservation Easement quickly became one of my favorite boondocking areas in the Adirondacks. After spending time in traditional campgrounds, I was looking for a place where Kona and I could truly get off the grid, and Perkins Clearing delivered exactly that. The area contains numerous designated roadside campsites scattered along a network of dirt roads near Mason Lake and Jessup River. I spent nearly two hours exploring the area before settling on a large c

One of my goals for exploring the Adirondacks was simple. Find great boondocking spots and spend a few days enjoying the wilderness. Using New York State DEC maps, I researched primitive campsites near trout streams and fishing opportunities. I always try to have multiple backup plans because boondocking is rarely predictable. Our search took us along Route 28, also known as the Adirondack Trail Scenic Byway. The drive alone is worth the trip. The road winds through forests,