Thompsons Lake Campground campground
Thompsons Lake Campground
The campground offers a variety of amenities that include showers, picnic tables, fire pits, and electric hookups. There are 140 campsites in total, with some reserved for RVs and others designated for tents. The campground operates on a reservation system, and reservations can be made up to nine months in advance.
An interesting fact about the area is that the lake is actually a man-made reservoir created in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The best time to visit is during the summer months, from June to August, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit. However, visitors can also enjoy the fall foliage during September and October when the temperatures cool down to the 50s and 60s Fahrenheit. Overall, Thompson's Lake Campground is a great destination for nature lovers looking for a peaceful retreat.
What's on-site at Thompsons Lake Campground
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 Thompsons Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompsons Lake State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Max V Shaul State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Mallet Pond | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| North/South Lake - Dec | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Cherry Plain State Park Campgrounds | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Thompsons Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Normans Kill At Albany Ny | 69 cfs | → |
| Schoharie Creek At Burtonsville Ny | 274 cfs | → |
| Hudson River At Green Island Ny | 11,500 cfs | → |
| Mohawk River At Cohoes Ny | 2,400 cfs | → |
| Schoharie Creek At Breakabeen Ny | 91 cfs | → |
| Hudson River At Lock 1 Near Waterford Ny | 8,410 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Thompsons Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Altamont 0.4 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Delanson 2ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Albany 0.7 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Albany Intl Ap | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Alcove Dam | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Greenville 0.7 E | 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.
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 Thompsons Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Thompsons Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Thompsons Lake Campground?
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 Thompsons Lake Campground?
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 Thompsons Lake Campground.