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Adirondack Backcountry - Marcy Dam
State Forest

Adirondack Backcountry - Marcy Dam

Lake Placid, NY

Operating window: May 1 – Oct 31 · Verify current status with the operator before traveling

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8

Total Sites

2,400 ft

Elevation

0.0

0 Reviews

8 Tent

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  • Address:Lake Placid, NY
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About

Popular backcountry campsite area near the former Marcy Dam in the Adirondack High Peaks. Gateway to Mt. Marcy (New York's highest peak), Algonquin Peak, and other 46er summits. Lean-to shelters and tent sites available.

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Amenities

Fire Rings

Pet Policy

Pets allowed · Max 2 per site

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Individual Sites (8)

Site 1
#1
Available

Site 1

Loop Main

Pricing varies — check with the operator Max 8 guests
CampsiteBackcountryPets OKCampfires
Site 2
#2
Available

Site 2

Loop Main

Pricing varies — check with the operator Max 8 guests
CampsiteBackcountryPets OKCampfires
Site 3
#3
Available

Site 3

Loop Main

Pricing varies — check with the operator Max 8 guests
CampsiteBackcountryPets OKCampfires
Site 4
#4
Available

Site 4

Loop Main

Pricing varies — check with the operator Max 8 guests
CampsiteBackcountryPets OKCampfires
Site 5
#5
Available

Site 5

Loop Main

Pricing varies — check with the operator Max 8 guests
CampsiteBackcountryPets OKCampfires
Site 6
#6
Available

Site 6

Loop Main

Pricing varies — check with the operator Max 8 guests
CampsiteBackcountryPets OKCampfires

Within ~30 miles

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