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Marcy Dam Backcountry Campsites

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Tents
Caravans / RV
Backcountry

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🏞️ Attractions

Whales Tail Mountain (893 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in United States of America

0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
T R Mountain (1,165 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in United States of America

0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
Indian Falls
Indian FallsWaterfalls0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
MacIntyre FallsWaterfalls0.4 km · ~5 min walkDirections ↗
Rocky FallsWaterfalls0.4 km · ~5 min walkDirections ↗
Southwest Corner LookoutAttractions0.4 km · ~5 min walkDirections ↗
Heaven Hill TrailsParks & play15.4 km · ~25 min driveDirections ↗
Johns Brook Primitive AreaParks & play36.1 km · ~42 min driveDirections ↗
High Peaks WildernessParks & play

The High Peaks Wilderness Area is the largest wilderness area of the Forest Preserve in the U.S. state of New York. It is located in three counties and six towns in the Adirondack Park: Harrietstown in Franklin County, North Elba, Keene, North Hudson and Newcomb in Essex County and Long Lake in Hamilton County.

110.1 km · ~129 min driveDirections ↗

🛒 Amenities & services

🍽️ Food & drink

🚻 Toilets & showers

🎾 Sports

  • Lake Placid Olympic Sports Complex14.7 km · ~20 min driveDirections ↗
  • Mt. Van Hoevenberg Bobsled Push Start Facility14.7 km · ~21 min driveDirections ↗
  • Lake Placid Sliding Center14.7 km · ~20 min driveDirections ↗

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Can I bring an RV or caravan to Marcy Dam Backcountry Campsites?

No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.

Can I pitch a tent at Marcy Dam Backcountry Campsites?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Who runs Marcy Dam Backcountry Campsites?

Marcy Dam Backcountry Campsites is operated by NYS DEC.

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