Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area RV & Campground Guide
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Limekiln Lake itself is just south of the Fulton Chain of Lakes in the southern reaches of the Adirondack Park; the Fulton Chain of Lakes was named for Robert Fulton of steamboat fame. He examined the lakes during the 19th century to see if they could be made into a canal system for Central New York. Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area is on the shore of Limekiln Lake, which is well-known for its water activities. The park opened in 1963 after three years of planning and construction. Currently, some of the 260 RV campsites are undergoing renovation, and it is unknown when that project will finish. Also, other campsites are slated for renovation in the future, so it'd be a good idea for you to check with the staff of Limekiln Campground before visiting to ensure that the campsite you want is available.
Spring 39-68 F
Summer 75-79 F
Fall 44-72 F
Winter 0-32 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area
The campground is well-appointed with picnic tables and fire rings at each campsite, a place to buy safe firewood, restrooms, showers, a sandy beach, a boat launch, a bathhouse, a recycling center, a dump station, and a place to rent canoes. The maximum RV length is 40 feet.
What to Do at
Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area
You will enjoy some of the best stargazing around while at the campground, and during the day, the fishing is wonderful. The lake is big enough for motorized boats, too. Your children will be able to earn their Junior Naturalist patches while at Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area. The Moose River Plains Wild Forest surrounds the campground and sprawls over 66,000 acres, providing many more hiking opportunities than the single trail in and immediately near the campground.
Hiking
The single trail in Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area is 1.6 miles long, and it's an easy stroll. The hiking in the nearby Moose River Plains Wild Forest is easy-to-moderate, depending on the trail. The longest and most challenging of the trails is the 6.1-mile Wakely Mountain Trail that climbs 1,600 feet or so along its length. To hike it, however, you have to be there during the summer. In the off season, the road that leads to the trailhead is closed. One of the easiest trails is the Helldiver Pond trail. It's only 0.3 miles long and serves as a canoe launch.
Stargazing
The stargazing at Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area is Class-2 on the Bortle Scale, indicating a mostly black sky, faint shimmers of the Gegenschein, and virtually no domed lights on the horizon. On a clear, moonless night, you'll be able to snap photos through your telescope of almost any heavenly body you can think of.
Flora and Fauna
Loons and several species of ducks are the main waterfowl that you'll see while at Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area. Songbirds like chickadees and blue jays are common as well. The biggest animal you'll likely see is a moose, and remember to stay well clear because they weigh up to about 1,500 pounds. Your telephoto lens is your best bet. The Adirondack Mountains have several endemic plant species that aren't found elsewhere, and one of these is the buckbean. You'll also find several varieties of orchids, some of which are quite rare.
Fishing
You can chase an interesting trout hybrid in Limekiln Lake: the splake. A splake is a cross between a male brook trout and a female lake trout. The biggest examples you'll usually find weigh about 9 pounds, but they can grow up to 20 pounds. You can also go after bluegill, yellow perch, and brown bullhead.
Swimming
The sandy beach provides refreshing swimming during the warmer months. You may only swim when a lifeguard is on duty.
How to Get to
Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area
Proceed to the town of Warrensburg. From there, travel northwest on Route 28, and take it all the way to Limekiln Lake Road, which is just past the Inlet Fire House. Turn south on Limekiln Lake Road and then turn onto Campsite Road, which leads to the Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area.
Entering Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area
Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area has accessible buildings and some accessible campsites. The campground is in a rural area, so entering on foot is relatively safe. The day-use areas are open dawn till dusk. There are four day-use parking areas.
Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area Entry Fee : $0.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area
Summer is the best time visit if you want to camp. Lifeguards are usually on duty so that you can swim. The fish are biting more often than not, and the weather is mild. Even after the campground closes, a visit to the Adirondack Park is well worth the trip just for the incredible fall foliage.
Within the campground itself, waterfowl and songbirds are common but not many large animals. In the woods outside, in addition to the aforementioned moose, you might see deer, black bears, and foxes.
Yes, there are 260 RV-specific rustic campsites there.
Reservations are required for the campground. It's $20 per night for New York residents and $25 a night for out-of-state visitors.
You may bring your pets to Limekiln Campground and Day-Use Area, but you may not bring them into buildings, to the beach, or to the communal picnic areas. When they're not in your vehicle or their own tent, then they must be crated or on a leash no longer than 6 feet. You must clean up after your pets.