We chose to head up to Lake George for our pop-up camper’s maiden voyage. I had been fixing up this camper I got for $500 for over a year and this majestic lake seemed like the perfect christening. Nothing better than seeing a dream come to life. We actually drove about 45 minutes north of the town of Lake George to Rogers Rock Campground in Hague for real peace and quiet. This was a very early summer trip and the New York state-run campground had only recently opened for the year so we were able to get a super prime location right on the lake.
↑ The Pop-Up Camper
I’d been courting the idea of a pop-up camper for a few years. I was super inspired by The Pop-Up Princess website where you could see old crusty pop-ups become jewels. She had tips for every sort of renovation both interior and exterior. So I kept my eyes peeled for a good deal and one winter day I found an ad for a pop-up going for $500! There were lots of people saying they’d take it, but I called him and paid for it through Western Union within the hour, sight unseen. My husband would never have made a move like this, but I had an instinct. Yes, there was no title; a flat tire; the electrical system for the driving lights were down; the main crank cable was tied with a big knot; it didn’t close all the way, and there were some holes in the canvas… big deal!!! When I put my mind to something there’s really no stopping me. I got some help picking it up, as I didn’t have a hitch on my car yet, and we were on our way. Getting the title was a 6-month in-depth process, but yes, this baby is now on the road legally! A year later, lots of scrubbing, new upholstery, two Tempurpedic mattresses, a new skylight, new table, some canvas sewing, a tow package, a paint job and… here we are at Lake George. I’m a proud mamma!
↑ Five Star View
We couldn’t have had a better lakefront view if we’d paid thousands a night! So for $22 we were able to hear the lapping of the gentle waves on the shore right outside our camper.
↑ Out On The Lake
We didn’t realize that the campground would have canoes for rent so early in the year so we brought a little blowup dingy. Little is the definitely the word—if we moved just a bit to the left or right that tiny vessel would start taking on water! It might look cozy in the picture but they were actually sitting in a cold bath of water. We ended up renting a canoe for the day and were really able to get out and explore the lake. I love nothing more than being out on the water, so most of our trips are planned with that in mind.
↑ The Campground
Rogers Rock Campground in Hague, NY has 332 campsites; 2 group camping areas; picnic area with tables, fireplaces, and picnic pavilion rentals; flush toilets; hot showers; trailer dump station; boat launch; mooring buoys; recycling center; boat pump-out station; sand beach; bathhouse; guarded swimming area; and firewood sales. The nearby villages of Hague and Ticonderoga offers a variety of restaurants, gift and antique stores, shopping, and golf.
Directions: From the Northway (I-87), Exit 25, Route 8 east of Hague, turn left (north) on to Route 9N, campground is 3 miles on right.
From the Northway (I-87), Exit 24, County Route 11 to Route 9N, turn left (north) on Rte. 9N to Village of Hague. Campground is on the right 3 miles north of Hague.
From Lake George Village: Take Route 9N north to Hague, continue 3 miles, campground is on right.
