Plan Your Lake George Island Camping Trip
Did you know that there are almost 400 shoreline campsites among the numerous state-owned islands on Lake George? Island camping is a great way to enjoy the lake to the fullest. Nothing is more relaxing than lounging by the water, watching the boats go by, and listening to the sounds of the water splashing on the shores of your own Lake George island. Start planning your next island adventure today!
Starting Out - Island Camping Tips:
- Book early! The race for reserving island campsites begins months in advance, and the best sites are often taken quickly. Check out all the islands and campsites below, and then select several you would be happy with because it's important to have a backup plan.
- Find answers to your questions before beginning your island camping adventure in our FAQs.
- Learn some of the most important rules and regulations that are in place for island camping.
- Know the basics of camping in the wilderness if you've never been before.
Learn About the Lake George Islands:
Lake George, NY
Little Gourd Island is a single site island which is limited to 2 people. Water depth is 4 feet. Very sunny with no wind protect... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Phantom Island is a nice four campsite island just across the channel from Glen Island. Glen Island is where the ranger station an... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Sunny Island is a nice one campsite island close to Mohican Island on Lake George with a shore dock and a platform, it's just nort... [+More]
A two campsite island which is known as a dark island as its surrounded by trees. Despite its reputation, we found it to be somew... [+More]
Hague, NY
Nobles Island is a three campsite island and each campsite is very private, #1 faces south and covers about half of the island. Lo... [+More]
Lake George, NY
On the east side of the lake at the foot of the tallest mountain on Lake George, you'll find some wonderful campsites. Campsites a... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Log Bay Island is a part of the Glen Island Group on Lake George and features 12 campsites with living/sleeping quarters.... [+More]
Juanita Island is a small but peaceful camping island with breathtaking views of the lake. Perfect for camping with kids, a large ... [+More]
Close to the western shores of Lake George and the Point of Tongue Mountain, you'll find a large 33 campsite island named Turtle I... [+More]
Burgess Island is a five campsite island on Lake George in the Narrows close to Hulett's Landing. It is well known for it's jumpi... [+More]
A two campsite island just south of Commission Point near Red Rock Bay. Large island with large sites. Water Depth: 2.5 feet.... [+More]
Discover Hermit Island in Lake George NY! The one campsite island is perfect for a very small group.... [+More]
Lake George's Duran Island has an odd shape giving it many points that allow its 8 campsites to be fairly large and private. Each ... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Phelps Island on Lake George is sunny and a nice area to swim near.... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Brush Island is the largest one campsite island on Lake George located just south of Big Burnt Island and to the east of Uncas. Wa... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Very close to Black Mountain Shore and north of Red Rock Bay and north of Sarah and Hazel Islands in Lake George, you'll find this... [+More]
Sagamore Island is not where The Sagamore Resort is located. The Sagamore Resort is actually on Green Island. You'll find Sagamore... [+More]
Mohican Island is a small camping island on Lake George NY. There are great views and many different campsites. Learn more and see... [+More]
Book your own private island on Lake George. Bass Island is a fabulous, partially-shaded one campsite island on the west side of t... [+More]
Gem Island is a nice private island on Lake George that is perfect for a small group of campers. Water depth: 3.5 feet. See photos... [+More]
Lake George's Agnes Island has 5 campsites, two of which have tent platforms. Maximum capacity for each site is 6 people. Water de... [+More]
Lake George, NY
A single campsite island near Vicars and Harbors Islands, located just south of Davis Bay. The island is flat with room for two te... [+More]
Floating Battery Island consists of two islands in the Narrow Island Group on Lake George. 11 campsites are available on the large... [+More]
Lake George, NY
The Long Island Group of campsites on Lake George are perfect for boaters who love camping, and the views are spectacular. Learn m... [+More]
Explore Uncas Island... why stay at a hotel when an island site awaits! See photos and learn more about Uncas Island.... [+More]
Just a little south of Red Rock Bay on the shoreline, you will find Commission Point, it is a great spot to picnic or get a day pa... [+More]
Explore Vicars Island on Lake George. Enjoy Lake George camping at its best on Vicars Island! Vicars is across from Snug Harbor Ma... [+More]
The Narrow Island Group (not to be confused with the "Narrows" of the Glen Island Group) is in the central part of Lake George, no... [+More]
Lake George, NY
A three campsite island next to West Dollar Island (which has great jumping rocks). Water Depth: 3-4 feet. All three sites have ... [+More]
Lake George, NY
A 12 campsite island just north of Big Burnt Island. Water depth varies from 2.5 to 4 feet.... [+More]
Lake George, NY
You will find this wonderful private one campsite island on the eastern shore south of Log Bay. It has a tent platform and the no... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Ranger Island is a fabulous two-campsite island close to Bolton Landing, NY just south of Glen Island.... [+More]
Paradise Bay is located on the eastern shore of Lake George, just north of Shelving Rock. Take a cruise and enjoy the beautiful v... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Close to Log Bay, you'll find this wonderful sunny, three campsite island.... [+More]
Looking for information on Little Harbor Island camping? View our guide about Little Harbor Island and its campsites!... [+More]
One campsite island. Water Depth: 4 feet. There is a shore dock and tent platform. Windy site means great bug protection. Very ... [+More]
Perch Island is a small, private island at the southern end of the Glen Island Group on Lake George. There is a single campsite on... [+More]
Horicon Island is a one campsite island bathed in morning sun. It's perfect for families.... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Hen and Chickens Islands are located at the northwestern end of the Shelving Rock Area on Lake George.... [+More]
Just a bit further north of the Glen Island group & on the east side of Lake George is an area called Red Rock Bay, a beautiful ar... [+More]
The Glen Island Group of island campsites is located close Northwest Bay on Lake George, and the Glen Island Ranger Station is the... [+More]
Big Burnt Island on Lake George features a variety of campsites. While some are fairly private, others are great for small and lar... [+More]
Little Burgess Island has one campsite and can host up to 4 people. The dock for this island is 24 feet.... [+More]
Lake George, NY
Log Bay on the east side of Lake George is one of the most popular bays on the lake. The bay is a popular hang out for families an... [+More]
Pine Island is located in the Glen Island Group on Lake George and features one campsite for up to six people.... [+More]
Watch Island is a one campsite island on Lake George in the Glen Island Group near the Black Mountain Shore. The campsite must be ... [+More]
Mallory Island features one campsite and a shore dock in the Narrow Island Group on Lake George.... [+More]
Cooper Island is a one campsite island in the Narrow Island Group on Lake George. It is located close to St. Sacrament and Mother ... [+More]
Lake George's Phenita Island is the perfect choice for some privacy while you camp. This long, thin island has a maximum capacity ... [+More]
Part of the Narrow Island group on Lake George, Hatchet Island has 3 campsites each with a maximum capacity of 6 people. This isla... [+More]