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Thacher State Park is located west of Albany near Voorheesville, New York. It is situated in the Saratoga/Capital District region of Albany County on State Route 157. Thacher State Park spreads out along the Helderberg Escarpment, which is its most prominent feature and is known as one of the best fossil-bearing formations in the world. In addition to its fossil-rich cliffs, people are drawn to this park for its limestone landscape, fields, forests, as well as epic views of mountains and valleys.
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Getting Outdoors
Make sure to pack your walking shoes and mountain bike in your RV rental because there are over 12 miles of trails for hiking and biking at Thacher. One of the most popular treks at this state park is the Indian Ladder Trail, which is located on the Helderberg Escarpment and passes under the Minelot Falls. Although all other trails are open year-round, the famous Indian Ladder Trail is open from early summer to mid-November depending on the weather.
Camping at Thacher State Park
Camping with an RV is popular and easy here. Thacher State Park features Thompson's Lake Campground. There are 140 sites to choose from with options of private wooded sites and open, adjacent campsites that can accommodate tents or RVs. All the sites are close to the campground amenities, which include restroom and shower facilities. There are also comfort, water, and dump stations here.
Exploring the Area
Before you leave Thacher State Park to explore New York’s Upstate, stop by the Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center. Located just two miles from the park on Thompson's Lake, the center offers geological and historical exhibits showcasing the Helderberg Escarpment as well as interactive displays, educational programs, and even snowshoe rentals. There are also year-round interpretive programs available, including guided tours of the Indian Ladder Trail. The center is also a premiere venue for weddings and larger events.
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Recent RV rental reviews in Thacher State Park
Omar V.
May, 2026
Great hosts. Great communication. Great trailers.
Nadine A.
May, 2026
The host was very accommodating and flexible. The trailer was well-appointed, clean, and all functions worked as promised. We had a lovely time and a great overall experience. We definitely recommend this host. Since we are new to camping, Andrew also provided lots of helpful tips!
Shane M.
April, 2026
Holly & Mike were fantastic. They communicated with me weeks before my trip, during my trip, and after my trip was complete. This was a great test for the RV as I was parked in the middle of nowhere with no external water or electrical access, 5+ hours away from home. I had everything needed right down to coffee supplied. The RV had a couple quirks, and this was likely due to us being the first ones to run it since winter storage; however, Holly & Mike were right there every step of the way to help me through any questions or concerns and that made the trip feel that much more comfortable and successful. Statistics: For a gas motor in a fully loaded RV with 4 passengers, I got 11mpg Southbound and 10.0mpg Northbound while maintaining reasonable speed with traffic. The drivability of this RV was phenomenal and rode better than my 3500 dually. 10/10 would, and plan to rent from them again. Thank you for the great memory I was able to make with my friends at a Spartan Race. My ONLY recommendation to Holly & Mike would be to update the cup holders or add something to the front of the vehicle to hold the newer/larger water receptacles people use today. Thanks again and see you soon!
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