A 100-site municipal campground on the shore of Windsor Lake, about 1.5 miles from downtown North Adams, with lakeside, wooded, and pull-through sites, recently renovated bathhouses, and direct access to the public beach, disc golf course, and Camp Decker's hiking trails.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot included with camping fee · unconfirmed
Nightly fee
$25 a night for a tent site, $30 standard water and electric, $35 full hookup, $40 lakeside water and electric; a full-hookup site is $1,980 for the season
Site types
Tent sites, standard water and electric sites, lakeside water and electric sites, and full-hookup sites
Entry fee
day visitor fee $5.00; overnight visitor (non-camping guest) fee $10.00
Swim
Allowed summer, shared with Windsor Lake public beach
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed ice-free months
Managed by
City of North Adams Parks and Recreation Department
413-672-2158 · WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Showers
in renovated bathhouses
Concessions
snack bar at the beach
Common questions
How far ahead should I book?
There's no posted advance-booking window; the campground takes reservations by phone or email and recommends contacting them directly, especially for holiday weekends which carry a stricter 21-day cancellation notice.
What are quiet hours and check-in/out times?
Check-in is 1pm, check-out is 11am, and quiet hours run 10pm to 8am.
Will my RV fit, and are there hookups?
Sites include lakeside, wooded, and pull-through options with water/electric (20/30 amp) and some full hookups with sewer; call ahead to match a site to your rig's length.
How much does it cost to camp at Historic Valley Campground?
$25 a night for a tent site, $30 standard water and electric, $35 full hookup, $40 lakeside water and electric; a full-hookup site is $1,980 for the season
Where do I park at Historic Valley Campground?
Paid lot (included with camping fee).
Is there an entry fee at Historic Valley Campground?
Yes, day visitor fee $5.00; overnight visitor (non-camping guest) fee $10.00