Eighth Lake Campground - United States
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Best time to visit Eighth Lake Campground
Late June through August is the prime window, with warm days, swimmable water, and full campground services. July and August are the busiest months, so reservations should be made well ahead for weekends. Early September offers cooler nights, fewer bugs, and the start of fall color in the Adirondacks, making it a strong shoulder-season choice for RV travelers. Blackflies can be heavy from mid-May into mid-June.
Campground closed for winter
Campground closed for winter
Campground closed, deep snow common
Campground closed, mud season on side roads
Campground closed early month; opens mid-May; blackflies active
Biting insects peak early month
Peak season, reserve early
Warmest lake temperatures
Fall foliage begins late month
Campground closes around Columbus Day
Campground closed for the season
Campground closed for winter
Things to do at Eighth Lake Campground
- Swim and Relax at the Sandy Beach EasyRV parking available
The campground has a supervised-season sandy beach on Eighth Lake, ideal for families. Calm, shallow water and a designated swim area make it a low-key way to spend a warm afternoon.
- Paddle the Fulton Chain of Lakes EasyRV parking available
Launch a canoe or kayak and paddle between Seventh and Eighth Lakes via the on-site carry trail. The Fulton Chain of Lakes, First Lake through Eighth Lake, forms a classic Adirondack paddling route along the Moose River watershed.
- Fish for Lake Trout and Smallmouth Bass EasyRV parking available
Both Seventh and Eighth Lakes are popular for lake trout, smallmouth bass, and yellow perch. A valid New York State fishing license is required.
- Hike Black Bear Mountain Moderate
Black Bear Mountain, accessed from a trailhead near Inlet, offers open rock summits with long views over the Fulton Chain. The round trip is roughly 4 to 5 miles depending on the route chosen.
- Bald Mountain Fire Tower Hike Moderate
Bald Mountain, also called Rondaxe, is a short but steep hike leading to a restored fire tower with panoramic views of the Fulton Chain. The trail is under 2 miles round trip and starts from a trailhead off Rondaxe Road near Old Forge.
- Explore Raquette Lake EasyRV parking available
Raquette Lake, about 5 miles east on Route 28, is one of the largest natural lakes in the Adirondacks. Visitors can tour historic Great Camps by boat and explore the hamlet of Raquette Lake.
- Visit the Town of Inlet EasyRV parking available
Inlet is a small Adirondack village about 5 miles east of the campground with shops, restaurants, a public beach on Fourth Lake, and outfitters renting paddle craft. It is a convenient base for resupply and dining.
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Eighth Lake Campground, NY, United States
How to get to Eighth Lake Campground
The campground is on NY Route 28 roughly 5 miles west of Inlet and about 5 miles east of Raquette Lake. From Utica it is approximately 60 miles northeast, around a 90 minute drive on NY Route 28. From Albany it is about a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Thruway and Route 28. RV drivers should be aware that Route 28 through the Adirondacks is a winding two-lane highway with rolling grades, limited passing zones, and long stretches with no fuel, so top off tanks in Old Forge or Inlet. The nearest commercial airports for fly-and-rent trips are Syracuse Hancock International (about 2 hours west) and Albany International (about 2.5 hours southeast).
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