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AuSable Chasm Campground

Mountain bikers and hikers will find extensive trail networks at AuSable Chasm Campground, which operates seasonally from late May through mid-October in northeastern New York. The campground sits directly across from AuSable Chasm's adventure activities, including rafting, tubing, and rock climbing opportunities.

Campers navigate a dirt access road through the property that becomes rutted during wet conditions, though the 5 mph speed limit keeps travel manageable. RV sites accommodate rigs up to 60 feet with full hookups, while tent sites occupy the back corner areas among the trees. Rebecca Y. notes "I didn't know that this was a biking campground and there were SO MANY trails." Individual bathroom and shower facilities stay clean with daily maintenance, though the unmarked doors require some guesswork.

Site amenities include picnic tables and fire rings, with ant hills scattered throughout the grounds requiring careful tent placement. The campground features a swimming pool, playground, volleyball court, and disc golf course alongside the extensive trail system. Cross-country ski trails suggest winter activities, though seasonal operations limit camping to warmer months. YM C. found it a "terrific location to hike the different trails of ausable chasm" with adequately sized sites offering both shade and sunny areas.

Staff members work to accommodate various camping setups, from large RVs to compact camper vans. The campground maintains a small store and recreation room for children. Sites near Keeseville provide access to campgrounds just outside Keeseville and ferry connections to Burlington, Vermont.

Reserve sites in advance during peak season, particularly end sites like #73 which offer extra space for larger setups.

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AuSable Chasm Campground is located in New York

Directions

From jct US 9 & Hwy 373: Go 800 feet E on Hwy 373.

Coordinates

44.52514949 N
73.46270254 W

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Some Coverage
Verified by 10 users
Last on 4/2/26
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Verified by 2 users
Last on 4/2/26

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins
Tent Cabin
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

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General Info

Drive Time

52 min from Burlington, VT
1 hr 20 min from Glens Falls, NY
2 hrs 3 min from Albany, NY
3 hrs 8 min from Watertown, NY

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12 Reviews

Many guests appreciated the spacious sites, clean facilities, and accommodating staff near Ausable Chasm attractions. Some noted concerns about uneven terrain and road conditions, but families found excellent amenities.

Rebecca Y.

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 10, 2025

Beautiful/Fun Campground

I wish I had my bike!!! I didn’t know that this was a biking campground and there were SO MANY trails. Made the most of them with running, but overall, a fantastic campground. Showers were clean, staff was very friendly. Sites and attractions within walking distance (but busy roads to cross).

Site5

Month of VisitSeptember

Brian P.

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 17, 2023

Don't waste your time here

The"road" into the campground is more like a goat trail, with numerous washoutsand uneven rocks and dirt. RV site 8 is so out of level that we couldn't get our Airstream level unless we put 10" of blocking under both axles. And the whole idea of paying a"lock fee" is total BS, especially when we paid for our site, in full, 2 months in advance. The ladies at the front desk and the maintenance guy went out of their way to try and make things right, but the manager, his boss and Campspot are completely incompetent and only care about making money.

SiteRV8

Month of VisitOctober

YM C.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 19, 2023

So fun!

Terrific location to hike the different trails of ausable chasm. Good sized site with electric and water. Shady but also had sun to dry our shoes from the raft tour. Bathrooms and showers weren’t too bad, the doors are always kept open which means bugs but not too buggy as they are cleaned daily. Did wish more than once that they had those “occupied/vacant” airplane locks.

Site74

Month of VisitAugust

Victor R.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 17, 2022

First time camping

Excellent campground for the family. Great staff, great facilities.

SiteT36

Month of VisitAugust

larry

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 13, 2020

Quiet,clean,affordable

DI'd a 4 night 4day stay . Was nice , pool was clean, play ground kids loved it. And facilities were clean, with hot showers.

Month of VisitJuly

Lee D.

Legend

Reviewed Oct. 8, 2019

Closest campground to Ausable Chasm

We travel in a 17-foot camper van, but no one ever believes that we are no bigger than a standard cargo van and can easily fit in a regular size parking space. Upon arrival at Ausable Chasm, we were told we had to take a site with water and electric since we had a camper van. These sites were $13 more per night and we really did not need the hookups. We were finally able to convince the staff that we could take a standard tent site, which was more than big enough.

The road through the campground is dirt and rutted but the speed limit is 5 mph, so it wasn’t that bad, but it would be a mess if it was raining.

Bathrooms and shower rooms are individual rooms, but the doors are not labeled so it’s a game of “what’s behind door number 1?” There was no light in the shower room that I looked at so a night shower would be out of the question. The bathrooms were clean and had soap, paper towels, a garbage receptacle, and a mirror in each.

Lots of ant hills throughout the campground so be cautious where you set up a tent. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring. Large and nice-looking playground, pool, volleyball net, disc golf and mountain biking/hiking trails. It also looked like there were cross country ski trails but not sure if the campground or cabins would be open in the winter.

Biggest advantage is that Ausable Chasm(a separate business) is directly across the street from the campground and it is very close to the ferry that will take you to Burlington, VT, our next destination.

Site9

Month of VisitSeptember

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Katarina M.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 29, 2018

Ausable chasm

Very peaceful!

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Levi M.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 4, 2018

Cute and Quaint

Upon arrival, the front desk clerk was very nice and helpful. We found our way to the tent sites, nestled in the very back corner which for us was exactly what we like. Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors. Showers and restrooms were nearby and it being a weekday, there really wasn’t much traffic of campers or hikers. It was cozy and tucked into the woods with town only being a few miles away!

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Susan S.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 21, 2018

Beautiful Area

The workers are very accomodating. They are across the road from the Chasm to hike, Tube down the river , raft, rock climb , adventure course. They have a small store and rec room for kids. I think they are making improvements always. This camp ground is a short drive to Lake Placid, Plattsburgh, Vermont State and so much more. The Chasm has their own store and cafe

SiteT35

Month of VisitAugust

Tammy W.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 8, 2018

Nice campground

Pretty decent campground with lots of sites anod close by to some fun attractions.

ashley B.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2018

beautiful!

the views here are absolutely beautiful!!! would definitely go back

Heather M.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2018

Peaceful, Clean, Fun

3 night stay, tent camping on a site with water and electric. The site we had was quite large, I had booked an end site (#73) hoping it would be big! The campground staff was friendly, and worked hard to keep the bathrooms and showers clean. The camp ground is within minutes of Ausable Chasm, which offers great hiking trails and rafting/tubing. We had a great time on this camping trip!

Site73

Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities and accommodations are available at Ausable Chasm Campground?

AuSable Chasm Campground offers a variety of amenities including water and electric hookup sites, tent camping areas, and cabins. Facilities include clean restrooms with hot showers, a swimming pool, playground for children, and a small store with a recreation room. The campground features both sunny and shaded sites with varying sizes—some end sites like #73 are particularly spacious. For RV campers, there are dedicated sites with water and electric connections, though some sites may present leveling challenges. The campground is conveniently located directly across from AuSable Chasm's hiking trails, tubing, rafting, rock climbing, and adventure course activities.

What are the best photo opportunities at Ausable Chasm Campground?

The AuSable Chasm area offers stunning photo opportunities, with the most spectacular shots found along the various hiking trails through the chasm itself, just across from the campground. Capture dramatic views of the water rushing through the gorge, especially during or after rafting or tubing adventures. Within the campground, the peaceful wooded sites provide nice nature shots, particularly in the back corner tent sites that offer a more secluded forest setting. For family photos, the clean pool area and playground make good backdrops. The combination of sun and shade throughout the property creates interesting lighting conditions for photography throughout the day.

Is Ausable Chasm Campground part of a state park system?

No, AuSable Chasm Campground is not part of a state park system. It is a privately owned and operated campground that works in conjunction with the adjacent AuSable Chasm attraction. The campground provides convenient accommodation for visitors wanting to explore the natural wonder of the chasm and participate in its adventure activities, but it operates independently from New York state parks. For specific information about management and reservations, contact the campground directly.

What do visitor reviews say about Ausable Chasm Campground?

AuSable Chasm Campground receives generally positive feedback for its excellent location, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Campers appreciate the spacious sites, especially those situated in quieter areas of the property. The campground earns praise for its family-friendly environment with amenities like the clean pool and playground. Maintenance of facilities, particularly the daily cleaned bathrooms and hot showers, is frequently highlighted. Some visitors mention challenges with the access road, describing it as uneven with washouts. The campground's proximity to attractions like the chasm itself and being within driving distance of Lake Placid and Plattsburgh is considered a major advantage.

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