Mountain Lakes Park campground
Mountain Lakes Park
Reservations are accepted at Mountain Lakes Park, ensuring that you can secure a spot before your visit. This feature provides peace of mind, especially during peak seasons. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance, especially if you plan on camping during weekends or holidays.
The best time to visit Mountain Lakes Park is during the spring and fall seasons. The park offers beautiful scenery with vibrant foliage during the fall, making it a perfect time for hiking and exploring. Spring brings blooming flowers and pleasant weather, providing an ideal time for outdoor activities. However, it is important to note that the park can become crowded during weekends and holidays, so planning accordingly is advisable.
While enjoying your stay at Mountain Lakes Park, be cautious of wildlife in the area. The park is home to various animals, including bears and snakes. It is crucial to store food properly and avoid leaving any trash out to minimize encounters with wildlife. Furthermore, it is recommended to bring insect repellent during the summer months to protect against mosquitoes and ticks.
Overall, Mountain Lakes Park offers a serene and picturesque camping experience, with a variety of amenities and beautiful natural surroundings.
What's on-site at Mountain Lakes Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Mountain Lakes Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Pound Ridge Reservation | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Youth Camp I | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Youth Camp Ii | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Youth Camp Iii | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Clarence Fahnestock State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Mountain Lakes Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cross River Near Cross River Ny | 16 cfs | → |
| Ridgefield Brook At Shields Lane Nr Ridgefield | 4 cfs | → |
| Titicus River At Purdys Station Ny | 18 cfs | → |
| East Branch Croton River Near Croton Falls Ny | 51 cfs | → |
| Cross River At Katonah Ny | 24 cfs | → |
| West Branch Croton River Near Croton Falls Ny | 82 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Mountain Lakes Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgefield 1.9 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bethel 3.5 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New Canaan 1.9 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brookfield 3.3 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Norwalk 2.9 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New Milford 5.3 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Mountain Lakes Camp Park
- Sachem Hill Field
- Town Open Space (Craigmoor Road)
- Marian Yarrow Nature Preserve
- Seth Low Pierreport State Park
- Lewis Boro Town Park
Boat launches
- Lake Kenosia
- Danbury Boat Launch
- Candlewood Lake (Lattins Cove)
- Maple Way 10, Town Of North Castle
- Old Bogus Road 4, New Fairfield
- Squantz Pond
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Burlingham House
- Sagamore Hill National Historic Site Visitor Center
- Roosevelt Museum At Old Orchard
- Theodore Roosevelt Home
- Nature Trail
Paddle runs
- Kent Bridge To Boardman Bridge
- Pond Downstream Of Shepaug Reservoir Dam, Marked By Service Road Bridge To Ends In Backwaters Of Lake Lillinonah, Near Roxbury Falls
- Begins Downstream Of The Borough Of Bantam, At Stoddard Road Bridge To The Confluence With The Shepaug River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Mountain Lakes Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mountain Lakes Park
Can I make reservations at Mountain Lakes Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Mountain Lakes Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Mountain Lakes Park.