Q: Is Great Camp Sagamore owned by New York State?

No. Great Camp Sagamore is owned by Sagamore Institute of the Adirondacks, a non-profit 501(c)(3). All programming, tours, maintenance, and historic preservation efforts are made possible mostly by generous donors, members, and volunteers, as well as programming fees, and some grants.

Q: Are smoking & vaping allowed?

Great Camp Sagamore is a non-smoking/non-vaping property.

Q:  Is Great Camp Sagamore open year-round?   

Great Camp Sagamore is open for public tours from early June through mid-October.  We also offer multi-day overnight programs and Stay & Explore overnights from May through early October. Please visit the “Ways to Visit” tab for more information.

Q:  Can we stop by and tour Great Camp Sagamore on our own? 

Guided tours are required.  Due to our status as a National Historic Landmark, tours of Great Camp Sagamore must be hosted by a Sagamore Historic Interpreter as your guide.  Tours are approximately two hours long and are offered at set times during the season. Visit the “Ways to Visit” tab for more information.

Q: Can I stay overnight?

Yes!  Guests can stay overnight while participating in one of our multi-day programs or as a Stay & Explore overnight guest. These overnight options range from weekends to week long stays.

Q: What does all-Inclusive mean?

Unless otherwise noted, stays at Great Camp Sagamore are all-inclusive, which covers lodging for the duration of the program, all meals, all program-related materials and instruction, and optional activities.  "All-Inclusive" does not include transportation or alcohol.

Q: Is the Great Camp Sagamore tour accessible for those with physical disabilities? 

Great Camp Sagamore is a National Historic Landmark built in 1897 that has limited physical accessibility for visitors with disabilities. Our daily tour lasts two hours and goes throughout the campus on paths of mixed surfaces with some irregular features such as the occasional root or stone. Some of our buildings are not easily accessible to those who cannot negotiate stairs or non-standard doorways. For the best experience we recommend that you call in advance of your tour and work with the staff to plan an experience that meets your needs within the limitations of the site. 

Q:   Is food available?

Great Camp Sagamore serves three buffet style meals a day. Meals are included for all overnight program participants and Stay & Explore guests. In addition, if you have registered for a tour or event, there is an option to add a meal, if space allows. To add a meal for a tour or event, you must register in advance. The Gift Shop located in the Chalet (where tour tickets are purchased), offers beverages and some snacks.

Q: Do you accommodate special dietary needs?                                                                               

If you have special dietary needs please notify us during the registration process on your registration form and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Please note that we do not have separate food preparation areas to cook allergen free items. It is possible for allergens to be introduced before food is provided to us or during the cooking and serving process. 

Q: Should I bring my own bottled water?                                                                                     

No. Great Camp Sagamore's drinking water is excellent.  We do recommend bringing your own water container for refilling for hiking or other camp excursions.   

Q: Do I pay extra for Sagamore activities?                                                                                       

All in-camp activities are included in Great Camp Sagamore's overnight program fees. 

Q: May I bring my hunting gear with me?

No. No weapons of any kind are allowed at Sagamore unless they are for the purpose of a particular program and are used under the strict supervision of a properly licensed instructor.

Q: Do you have a bar?

Great Camp Sagamore does not have a bar. Beginning in July, beer and wine will be sold in the office throughout the day and at lunch and dinner in the Dining Hall.

Q. Does Great Camp Sagamore have Internet access?

Limited Wi-Fi internet access is available for those who bring their own devices.

Q: Can I use my credit card at Sagamore?

Yes.  The Office and Gift Shop accept all major credit cards.

Q: Can I bring my pet with me to Sagamore?

No, pets are not allowed on campus with the exception of service animals.

Q:  Do you have a gift shop? 

Yes, we offer many items including clothing, hats, gifts, glassware and excellent reading material for all age levels as well as Great Camp Sagamore memorabilia. 

Q: Do you offer a military discount?

Yes, Sagamore welcomes active military personnel with a 10% discount on tours.

Q: Is the Adult rate and Child rate the same? 

This depends on the program or event.  Please check the website or call the Registrar for program details or questions on reserving Great Camp Sagamore for your family. 315-354-5311

Q:   Where do guests sleep and dine? 

Great Camp Sagamore houses guests in several of the historic buildings. All guest meals are served in the historic dining hall.

Q: What are overnight lodging rooms like? 

Sagamore’s guest lodging includes comfortable fully furnished rooms in the rustic historic guest rooms. No two rooms are alike and there is a wide range of accommodation choices from small single bed rooms, to larger rooms that are double and triple occupancy, to cabins, to a family suite.

Q:  Do you have laundry facilities? 

Great Camp Sagamore does not have guest laundry facilities. However, if you drive to the Hamlet of Raquette Lake (4 miles) you will find a public laundromat.

Q: How can I contact my family and friends, and do you have telephones in the guest rooms?

There are no phones in the guest rooms and there is no cellular phone service at Sagamore Guests may use phones located in the Collins Building offices to make outgoing calls. Great Camp Sagamore has Wi-Fi available to all guests for wi-fi calling.

Q: How can my family & friends contact me while at camp?

Family and friends may leave messages for guests via the office at (315) 354-5311 between the hours of 9am and 6pm. Only in the event of an emergency will office personnel locate a guest to take a phone call.  

Q: What is your cancellation policy?

Payment may be made in full or by a 40% deposit. Reservations are secured only once the 40% non-refundable deposit is received by Great Camp Sagamore. The balance is due 30 days before the program start date and your card will be automatically billed for the remainder of the program cost on that date. Cancellations received 30 days prior to the event/program start date will be charged the deposit fee of 40%; any additional amounts paid will be refunded in the form of payment. There are no refunds after 30 days prior to the program start date. No-shows will be charged the full event/program fee.

Emergencies

The Hamlet of Raquette Lake has volunteer ambulance and fire departments. The nearest pharmacy is located in Old Forge, approximately 30 miles away. The nearest hospital is St. Elizabeth's in Utica, NY  (79 miles away) and there is an urgent health care center in Warrensburg, NY (65 miles away). 

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please call 315-354-5311.