Best camping near Essex
15 campgrounds · 15 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Essex, New York — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 15 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Mt. Philo State Park
Prime
8.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Mt. Philo State Park is a popular camping destination located in Vermont. Situated in a picturesque area, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your camping…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#2
North Beach
Prime
16.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Mild day · high 68°F· No active weather warnings
North Beach camping area is located in the state of Vermont and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides restroom facilities, picnic tables, and fire pits…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#3
Button Bay State Park
Prime
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Button Bay State Park is a beautiful camping area located in Vermont. The park has 73 campsites available for reservation or first-come-first-serve. The campsites are spread out…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#4
Ausable Point - DEC
Prime
19.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Ausable Point - Dec camping area, located in the state of New York, is a fantastic destination for campers of all ages. Situated near Lake Champlain, this campground offers a…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#5
DAR State Park
Prime
15.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Dar State Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Vermont. Nestled in a serene natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
D⛰
#6
D.A.R State Park
Prime
16.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Located in the state of New York, D.A.R State Park camping area is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
B⛰
#7
Bulwagga Bay Campground
Prime
17.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Bulwagga Bay Campground in New York is a peaceful camping area with scenic views of Lake Champlain. The campground features 70 campsites with electricity, water, and sewer…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#8
Crown Point - DEC
Prime
18.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Crown Point - Dec camping area is located in the state of New York, offering a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. This campground provides various facilities including…
Why 89: live conditions (prime) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
89Elite
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#9
Port Henry Village Campground
Prime
16.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Port Henry Village Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of New York. This campground offers various amenities to provide an enjoyable camping experience…
Why 85: live conditions (prime) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
P⛰
#10
Poke-O-Moonshine - DEC
Prime
9.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Poke-O-Moonshine is a popular camping area located in the state of New York. This campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. It provides…
Why 75: live conditions (prime) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
75Top-rated
L⛰
#11
Lincoln Pond Interior Campsites
Prime
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Lincoln Pond Interior Campsites is a peaceful camping area in New York that offers a breathtaking view of Lincoln Pond. The campsite offers easy access to nearby attractions such…
Why 75: live conditions (prime) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
75Top-rated
L⛰
#12
Lincoln Pond - DEC
Prime
13.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Lincoln Pond DEC Camping Area is situated in Elizabethtown, New York, and provides a stunning view of the surrounding Adirondack Mountains. This camping area is conveniently…
Why 75: live conditions (prime) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
75Top-rated
L⛰
#13
Lost Pond Campsite
Prime
15.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Mild day · high 69°F· No active weather warnings
Lost Pond Campground is located in the Adirondack Mountains of New York, offering stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. The campground is situated near the Saranac Lake…
Why 58: live conditions (prime) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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#14
Gulf Brook Campsite #1
Prime
15.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Mild day · high 69°F· No active weather warnings
Gulf Brook Campsite #1 is a picturesque camping area located in the state of New York. The campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Visitors can…
Why 58: live conditions (prime) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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#15
Gulf Brook Campsite #2
Prime
15.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Mild day · high 69°F· No active weather warnings
Gulf Brook Campsite #2 is a beautiful camping area located in the state of New York. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience comfortable and…
Why 58: live conditions (prime) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
Camping near Essex
The Essex area has 15 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Essex
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.