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ALGER ISLAND, DEC, NYStatus: Closed through Thu May 20 2010 Max reservation window: Sat Aug 21 2010 DescriptionIsland camping at its finest is to be found on Alger Island. This boat access-only campground is located on Fourth Lake, the fourth lake in the Fulton Chain of Lakes. The campground combines proximity to local activities with island remoteness for a truly unique camping experience.Geography:Alger Island Campground is located on Fourth Lake, part of the Fulton Chain of Lakes. Recreation:Motor boats, rowboats, and canoes are allowed. Anglers will enjoy fishing for lake trout, brook trout, rainbow trout, and landlocked Atlantic salmon. A hiking trail winds around the island, and miles of state-maintained trails are nearby. Facilities:The campground offers lean-to sites with fireplaces, hibachis, picnic tables and pit toilets; and tent sites with pit toilets, fireplaces and hibachis. The park also features a picnic area and hiking trails. Fourth Lake Day-Use Area serves as campground headquarters, where registration and permits are issued for Alger Island. A state-owned boat launch, with a ramp for launching larger, motorized boats, is located on Route 28, in the village of Inlet. Nearby Attractions:A few minutes' drive leads to shopping and sightseeing attractions in the nearby hamlet of Old Forge. Services & Amenities:
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WHEN YOU ARRIVE - You must sign for your own site. Have your equipment with you and be ready to camp when you register. The names of all campers staying on a site must be listed on the camping permit when you first register at the facility. CHECK-IN TIME - Is from 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. Campers must register for their campsite by 9:00 p.m. on the first night of their reservation or the campsite will be subject to re-rental and all fees will be forfeited. CHECK-OUT TIME - Is 11:00 a.m. on your permit expiration date. OCCUPANCY - Is limited to 6 individuals per campsite and two tents or one unit of hard wheeled camping equipment and one tent. Only two vehicles are permitted on any individual campsite. Extra vehicles will be required to park in a designated area (additional fees will apply). AGE REGULATIONS - Every campsite must be registered and occupied by a responsible person 18 years of age or older. LENGTH OF STAY - Your camping permit can be issued for a maximum of two weeks. From July 1 through Labor Day, only 14 cumulative nights of camping will be permitted at any campground. This is to ensure that new campers can enjoy their right to camp. QUIET HOURS - Are from 10 p.m. until 7 a.m., and are strictly enforced. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated by both the campground staff and your fellow campers. Violators of this policy may be evicted. GENERATORS - The use of electric generators may be limited to no more than five hours per day and fall between the hours of 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily. FIRES - Must be built in fireplaces provided. Only dead and down wood may be used for fuel. No chainsaws are allowed in campgrounds, and cutting down trees, alive or dead is prohibited. Please do not use fireplaces as chopping blocks. Burning trash is prohibited. FIREARMS - Are not allowed in campgrounds except during the Fall and Spring hunting seasons. Firearms must not be discharged within campground boundaries at any time. SWIMMING - Is allowed at campgrounds with supervised bathing areas during designated hours when a lifeguard is on duty. Please note that there may be times when lifeguards are unavailable, and for the safety of our customers these beaches will not be open and swimming will be prohibited. Not all campground locations offer swimming, to inquire please contact the campground directly. PETS - Are allowed with proof of a currently valid rabies vaccination. Campers can walk dogs on a leash no longer than six feet as long as the animal is under control. Dogs cannot be left unattended and are not allowed in facility structures, on the beach or in day use areas. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pet. CANCELLATIONS - To cancel a reservation more than 2 days prior to the date of your arrival, cancel online or contact ReserveAmerica at 1-800-456-2267. To cancel a reservation within 2 days of your arrival contact the campground directly. REFUNDS - Will not be issued except in cases of bona fide emergencies such as death in the family or serious accident. Supporting documentation will be required. Refunds are not issued directly at campgrounds. Getting There:Alger Island303 PETRIE ROAD Old Forge NY 13420 GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 43.74444, -74.87639 From NYS Thruway: Take Exit 31 at Utica. Take Route 12 North to Alder Creek. Follow Rte 28 to Old Forge. Turn right at the Post Office onto Gilbert St. Turn left onto Park Ave. Turn right onto South Shore Road, to Petrie Road. Drive 3/4 mile to the Fourth Lake Picnic Area. From Route 28, Inlet: Take South Shore Road to Petrie Road and drive one mile to the Fourth Lake Picnic Area. Phone Park for More Information:Information: (315)369-3224
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