Eagle Point Campground & Day Use Area
- Dates of Operation:
- Opening Date: May 19
- Closing Date: September 10
- Camping Fee: $22 per night (out of state residents surcharge additional $5 per night)
- Address: 8448 State Route 9 Pottersville, NY 12860 (directions below)
- County: Warren
- GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 43 44 56.26839N, 073 47 30.42246W (leaves DEC's website)
- Campground Phone: (518) 494-2220
- Regional Office Phone: (518) 623-1200
- Make Your Camping Reservation: ReserveAmerica
Eagle Point Campground & Day Use Area Map (PDF) || DECinfo Locator
Firewood Restriction Map (PDF) shows the 50-mile radius from which untreated firewood may be moved to this campground. Help prevent the spread of invasive pests and diseases by following New York's firewood regulation.
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Eagle Point Campground is located on the west shore of Schroon Lake. Camping equipment from tents to 30' RV's can be accommodated. The campground offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Schroon Lake covers approximately 4,230 acres and is approximately 9 miles in length, 1 1/2 miles in maximum width, and has a maximum depth of 152 feet. The Village of Schroon Lake has a quaint "Main Street" with shops and restaurants. The Schroon-North Hudson Historical Museum can be found here. Nearby is the Seagle Music Colony which offers plays, operas and concerts. Explore the nearby Natural Stone Bridge and Caves. Canoeing, hiking, boating, fishing and bicycling opportunities abound.
Amenities
72 campsites; hot showers; flush toilets; trailer dump station; recycling center; boat launch; picnic area with tables, fireplaces, and charcoal grills; mobility impaired accessibility; pay telephone.
Campsite Restoration Project
This campground has sites that have been selected for restoration. While undergoing restoration the chosen sites will be closed. For the list of sites and more information on the project visit the Campsite Restoration Project page.
Featured Activities
Motor boats, rowboats, and canoes allowed. Boat launch available.
Fish present include lake trout, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch, bullhead, and pickerel. Fishing licenses are no longer being sold at any of our campground facilities, but can be conveniently purchased on-line or by phone.
Pharaoh Lake Wilderness and Hoffman Notch Wilderness are a short drive from the campground and offer hiking opportunities.
A swimming area is available. * Please take note the swimming facilities at this location are not supervised by a lifeguard or other responsible person. In place of on-site supervision, this facility has established a series of safeguards to be followed by all guests, the details of which are outlined in a brochure presented to customers upon arrival at the facility.
Directions
From the Northway (I-87), take Exit 26, left to Route 9 north proceed approximately 2 miles to the campground entrance.
Get driving directions from Google Maps (leaves DEC website)
Planning and Management
The Eagle Point Final Unit Management Plan (UMP) (PDF) for the campground guides the DEC's land management activities at this facility for a five-year period, although a number of goals and objectives in the plan focus on a much longer time period. The UMP addresses specific objectives and actions for public use at this facility.
For more information regarding the UMP for this facility please contact the Bureau of Recreation, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY12233, Telephone 518 457-2500, and email for campground information
Rules, Regulations and Outdoor Safety
DEC campground rules and regulations
Clean your boat and equipment - help prevent the spread of aquatic invasives
Don't move firewood - help prevent of spread of invasive insects
Additional Information
Area Attractions
Restaurants, antique shops, gift stores, and various craft shops.
Historic Interest
The land on which the campground is situated was purchased in 1928. It encompassed approximately 1 mile of shoreline on the west side of Schroon Lake and 1 mile of International Highway. Construction of Eagle Point Campground (which derives its name from a sandy point on the shore line) was started in the years 1928-1929 and eight campsites were added in ensuing years to bring the total to 72.
Junior Naturalist Program
Our campgrounds become an outdoor classroom for young children (5-13) and their families. Enjoy games and activities to earn a beautiful embroidered patch.
