Crown Point

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Crown Point which includes a house
Crown Point
Crown Point State Historic Site showing heritage elements, a river or creek and tranquil scenes
Crown Point State Historic Site which includes military items, tranquil scenes and heritage elements
Crown Point State Historic Site featuring a bridge, tranquil scenes and a river or creek

Tour a small New York town on Lake Champlain with an important past. Visit its historic sites to learn about the pivotal role it played in shaping America.

With its sleepy downtown and serene setting, it is hard to imagine Crown Point’s important place in American history. Because of its strategic location on Lake Champlain, this town helped shape the New World. Today, you can walk in the footsteps of America’s forefathers as you tour Crown Point’s historic sites.

No visit to Crown Point is complete without stopping at the Crown Point State Historic Site. Explore the ruins of two French and British forts that were instrumental in enforcing European control over the New World. Crown Point’s fascinating history comes to life at the site’s accompanying museum. Learn about the wars that shaped early America through exhibits, films and live presentations.

Adjacent to the forts is the Crown Point Public Campground. In summer, you can park your RV or pitch a tent at this site which overlooks the majestic Lake Champlain.

Use the campground’s boat launch to explore this large body of water. Among the types of watercraft permitted on the lake are motorboats, jet skis and canoes. As you travel across the lake, look for the Champlain Memorial Lighthouse. The iconic landmark was constructed to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the discovery of this area by French explorer Samuel de Champlain. Mounted on the base of the structure is a statue of Champlain, accompanied by a Native American and a French voyageur.

If you are keen to know more about Crown Point’s history, go to the Penfield Museum. Learn about the region’s prominent 19th-century ironworking industry, which encompasses the USS Monitor. The Union Navy’s first ironclad warship in the American Civil War was made from iron mined from the area. Discover a historical first at the nearby hamlet of Ironville. This is known as the Birthplace of the Electric Age, because it was here that electricity was first used for industrial use in America.

Most people either arrive or depart Crown Point by Champlain Bridge. This crossing traverses Lake Champlain and connects the New York side to Chimney Point, Vermont.

Unplug at Davey Fallls! Water view, Private waterfall & large swimming area.

Unplug at Davey Fallls! Water view, Private waterfall & large swimming area.

Crown Point
Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Penfield Homestead Museum and Turtle Island are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"Amazing place!"

Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2025

Unplug at Davey Fallls! Water view, Private waterfall & large swimming area.
Beautiful Lake House w/ whole house renovation & fresh modern appeal!

Beautiful Lake House w/ whole house renovation & fresh modern appeal!

Crown Point
The price is CA $525 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
CA $525
CA $744 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Crown Point. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions War Cannon Spirits and Gunnison ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Wonderful stay!!!
"We booked last minute and the owners were very accommodating. We did not want to leave. It was a beautiful property. The house was very comfortable. Thank you for providing coffee!!! That was one thing we forgot!!! We would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

Beautiful Lake House w/ whole house renovation & fresh modern appeal!
Camping Classic ADK style Creekside

Camping Classic ADK style Creekside

Crown Point
The price is CA $58 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
CA $58
CA $96 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this campground in Crown Point. Popular attractions Penfield Homestead Museum and Turtle Island are located nearby.
"This was a wonderful site that I would love to visit again. The river flowing by was so beautiful. I would like to stay again when we don’t have so much rain. The river was too raging for any swimming. The only downside was there was a bit of a steep walk down to the site from the parking area, but ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2023

Camping Classic ADK style Creekside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful Lake House w/ whole house renovation & fresh modern appeal!

Beautiful Lake House w/ whole house renovation & fresh modern appeal!

Crown Point
Stay at this property in Crown Point. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions War Cannon Spirits and Gunnison ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Wonderful stay!!!
"We booked last minute and the owners were very accommodating. We did not want to leave. It was a beautiful property. The house was very comfortable. Thank you for providing coffee!!! That was one thing we forgot!!! We would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

Beautiful Lake House w/ whole house renovation & fresh modern appeal!
Unplug at Davey Fallls! Water view, Private waterfall & large swimming area.

Unplug at Davey Fallls! Water view, Private waterfall & large swimming area.

Crown Point
Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Penfield Homestead Museum and Turtle Island are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"Amazing place!"

Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2025

Unplug at Davey Fallls! Water view, Private waterfall & large swimming area.
 BEAUTIFUL SECLUDED RUSTIC camp site. Waterfall, creek, swimming hole & trails.

BEAUTIFUL SECLUDED RUSTIC camp site. Waterfall, creek, swimming hole & trails.

Crown Point
Stay at this campground in Crown Point. Popular attractions Penfield Homestead Museum and Turtle Island are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"We had a great stay at the overlook site! Our site was exacty what the owner stated it would be. Swimming hole was so fun and we appreciated that he had fun stuff and floats/life vest for the kids! We were able to explore the area and visit Fort Ticonderoga during our stay and Kieth told us about ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2025

BEAUTIFUL SECLUDED RUSTIC camp site. Waterfall, creek, swimming hole & trails.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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