Within the Appalachian National Scenic Trail corridor, Jug End Dispersed operates as a National Park Service hike-in camping area that requires backpacking to reach. The site provides free overnight stays for hikers traveling the trail, with pets permitted on leash. One section hiker ranks this spot among the top ten AT camping locations along the East Coast, noting the presence of trash cans though pack-out remains the preferred practice.
Cell service reaches the area, helping with communication needs during multi-day hikes. However, conflicting information exists about current camping permissions, with some sources indicating restrictions may apply. Hikers seeking established amenities might consider Windflower Inn for a different overnight experience.
Description
This 11.1 mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail in Massachusetts starts as the AT enters the state from Connecticut, heading north and features Sages Ravine, Race Mountain, Mount Everett, and Jug End. This section of the AT includes two shelters and a few designated campsites. The shelters are the Hemlock Shelter and the Glen Brook Shelter. This is the southern most section of the AT in Massachusetts.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsJug End Dispersed is located in Massachusetts near South Egremont
Coordinates
42.1434549 N
73.43809367 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 34 min from Pittsfield, MA
- 53 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr from Kingston, NY
- 1 hr 6 min from Waterbury, CT
