Over 200 sites spread across forested terrain and open areas along Great Sacandaga Lake make this state-managed campground one of the larger options in the region. The grounds extend roughly half a mile from the furthest sites to beach access, with multiple bathroom and shower buildings distributed throughout to prevent crowding at any single facility.
Many sites sit directly on the waterfront, offering immediate lake access for swimming, fishing, and boat launching. Daniel B. notes the campground provides "lots of nice amenities like showers, toilets, water fill stations, recycling stations" along with full hookup, power-only, and tent-only site options. Water levels can drop significantly during summer months, affecting lakefront site appeal later in the season.
The campground accommodates up to three tents per site alongside vehicle parking, with each site including a fire pit and picnic table. A designated swimming area and boat ramp provide lake access, while biking trails wind through the property. Staff patrol regularly to manage noise, though sound carries across the open terrain. Two general stores and miniature golf sit just outside the entrance for supplies and entertainment.
Road conditions can be rough, and the campground's popularity means advance reservations are recommended, especially for waterfront sites. The facility operates from mid-May through early October, with the shoulder seasons offering fewer crowds. For additional camping options in the area, visitors can explore campgrounds around Northville. Bringing a bike helps navigate the expansive grounds and reduces the walk to beach access from distant sites.
Description
Located on the northwest corner of 29-mile-long Great Sacandaga Lake, Northampton Beach Campground offers great boating and fishing and is a very popular camping destination. Campsites range from those secluded within the tall white pines and northern hardwoods, to those on the open, sandy shoreline. The campground offers a Junior Naturalist program, which encourages children to explore the surrounding environment; a large craft boat launch; a natural sand beach with guarded swimming area from mid-June to Labor Day; rowboat, canoe, and kayak rentals on the premises; and a large picnic area.
CAMPGROUND SPECIFIC INFORMATION
- Memorial Day Weekend Only: In our continuing effort to provide you with a safe and enjoyable experience within our public campgrounds, the following Rules and Regulations will be in effect for Memorial Day weekend. Alcohol permit required if quantities exceed 1 case of beer, 1 liter of liquor, or 2 liters of wine per site. PROHIBITED: Beer Balls and Beer Kegs. All campers must wear camper ID bracelets, provided at registration, throughout the stay. No vehicle traffic after midnight. Only registered campers are allowed in the camping area. Visitors may access the day-use area only between 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
WHEN YOU ARRIVE -You must sign for your own site. Have your equipment with you and be ready to camp when you register. Names of all campers on a site must be listed on the permit at time of registration
CHECK-IN TIME -From 2pm until 9p.m. Campers must register for their campsite by 9:00 p.m. on the first night of their reservation or the campsite will be subject to re-rental and all fees will be forfeited
CHECK-OUT TIME -11:00 a.m. on your departure date
OCCUPANCY -Limited to 6 individuals per campsite and 2 tents or 1 unit of hard wheeled camping equipment and 1 tent. Only 2 vehicles permitted on any campsite. Extra vehicles will be required to park in a designated area (additional fees will apply)
AGE REGULATIONS -Campsites must be registered and occupied by a responsible person 18 years of age or older
LENGTH OF STAY -Your camping permit can be issued for a maximum of 14 nights. From July 1 through Labor Day only 14 cumulative nights will be permitted at any campground.
QUIET HOURS -From 10 p.m. until 7 a.m., and are strictly enforced. Violators of this policy may be evicted
GENERATORS -The use of generators may be limited to no more than 5 hours per day and fall between the hours of 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily. If the use of a generator is deemed unreasonably loud by the facility staff then individual use of a generator may be prohibited/limited
FIRES -Must be built in fireplaces provided. Only dead and down wood may be used for fuel. No chainsaws are allowed in campgrounds, and cutting down trees, alive or dead is prohibited.
FIREARMS -Are not allowed in campgrounds except during the Fall and Spring hunting seasons. Firearms must not be discharged within campground boundaries at any time
ACCESSIBLE SITES -At least one member of the camping party staying on the site must be mobility impaired (i.e. in a wheelchair or uses a walker) or the camping party may be turned away at the campground
SWIMMING -Is allowed at campgrounds with supervised bathing areas during designated hours when a lifeguard is on duty. Please note that there may be times when lifeguards are unavailable, and for the safety of our customers these beaches will not be open and swimming will be prohibited. Not all campground locations offer swimming, to inquire please contact the campground directly
PETS -Are allowed with proof of a currently valid rabies vaccination in the form of a current year's tag or a certificate issued by the veterinarian. Campers can walk dogs on a leash no longer than six feet as long as the animal is under control. Dogs cannot be left unattended and are not allowed in facility structures, on the beach or in day use areas
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DEC Campgrounds: Same-day reservations will be allowed until 5pm on day of arrival at all DEC campgrounds. Reservations can be made online or through the Reserve America Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins will not be permitted.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundNorthampton Beach Campground is located in New York
Directions
From NYS Thruway (I-90), take Exit 27 at Amsterdam and follow Route 30 North approximately 26 miles. You will encounter the first of two campground entrance signs. Turn right at either sign.
Address
328 HOUSEMAN STREET
Mayfield, NY 12117
Coordinates
43.18388099 N
74.17666675 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/2/26
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/2/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 52 min from Albany, NY
- 54 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 1 hr 12 min from Utica, NY
- 1 hr 39 min from Pittsfield, MA
