Little Sand Point Campground - Piseco, NY
Little Sand Point Campground: Pet-Friendly Lakefront Camping in Piseco, NY
Nestled on the shores of Piseco Lake, Little Sand Point Campground is a hidden gem for nature lovers and dog owners seeking a relaxing escape in the Adirondacks. This dog-friendly campground offers direct lake access, spacious campsites (many right on the water), and beautiful views—making it a favorite among campers and their four-legged companions. Whether you’re paddling on the lake, stargazing, or hiking local pet-friendly trails like Echo Cliff, there’s plenty of opportunity for you and your pup to explore and unwind in scenic upstate New York.
The campground is known for its exceptionally clean restrooms and showers, friendly staff, and peaceful atmosphere, even during busy summer months. While dogs must be kept on-leash at all times and their waste picked up, the relaxed environment is perfect for respectful campers and well-mannered pets. Owners will appreciate safe, well-maintained sites, convenient check-in, and easy access to hiking trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the park’s leash requirements? Dogs are required to be kept on a leash at all times within the campground.
- Are restrooms available for owners? Yes, there are clean restrooms and showers available on-site for campers.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? Yes, the staff keep the campground and facilities clean and well-maintained.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, the Echo Cliff trail and other dog-friendly hiking options are accessible directly from the campground area.
- Are there staff or rangers present at the park? Yes, friendly staff are present and even offer treats to dogs in the evenings.
- Is there shade or shelter available? Many campsites feature natural shade from trees, and foliage provides some cover throughout the park.
- Are there swimming areas? Most sites have access to Piseco Lake, which is popular for kayaking and wading. Note that steep banks and foliage may limit direct water access at some sites.
Reviews
Absolutely wonderful. Such a little gem of a campground. My siblings and I get our families together every year for a group camping trip and this year we visited Little Sand Point park. If you’re looking for a basic park with great staff you should stay here. Try to get a lake side spot. Note, the showers are across the street so they’re not super convenient but they have signs and a cute little path to them.
Really great campground. A hidden gem. Most sites are on the water with beautiful views. The staff are so friendly and had pots of flowers everywhere, everything was clean, came around in the evening to give treats to my dog and candy to kids. Overall an amazing experience – one of my favourite campgrounds.
Beautiful spot. Sites vary quite a bit in size and privacy. It seems the higher the site number, the more spread out they are but that’s not true for all of them. Water sites have steep banks and heavy foliage blocking the view and access to the water. The first bathroom is a hole in the ground however the middle bathroom is nicer and well maintained. Plan ahead or you will be driving 15 miles to replace forgotten items, however, its a nice quick drive with plenty of ice cream shops in town.
First time visiting the campground. We used a tent for our stay. I have visited other parks where you must stay in your area so your stuff can be there safely. The site was clean, a little bit of an incline, so make sure your camper or tent is level. The bathroom was very clean, I was very happily surprised by this, as you don’t see that in public restrooms. They had a shower, too. The views were beautiful as most sites have access to the water.
It was easy to check in and out. It was safe since we went on hikes, and when we came back, everything was still there.
Dogs are allowed, but please, keep them on a leash and pick up their waste after they are done. Also, don’t play with them if they are going to bark after 10 pm. Just be considering of the people around your site.
A very cool little camping spot! Kayaking out on the lake was wonderful and our site being right on the water was perfect. Restrooms and showers were pretty nice for a campground. The Echo Cliff trail was right across from our site and is a must-do, a spectacular view. There’s also many cool mosses and mushrooms along the trail. The view of the stars at night was amazing, and all of the little toads were very cute. We came in July and expected it to be crowded but it was not and the crowd there was very chill. We drove 11 hours from Indiana to camp here and we recommend!