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Dispersed Camping
Jug End Dispersed — Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Jug End Dispersed is located near the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Massachusetts. The area features forested terrain with trails suitable for hiking. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Mount Everett State Reservation and Bash Bish Falls, offering additional outdoor activities for visitors.
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.
Location
Jug End Dispersed — Appalachian National Scenic Trail is located in Massachusetts
Coordinates
42.1434549 N
73.43809367 W
Detours Nearby
Brassie Brook Shelter - Bear Mountain — Appalachian National Scenic Trail
11 min away
Tolland State Forest Campground
34 min away
Drive Time
- 34 min from Pittsfield
- 53 min from Albany
- 1 hr from Kingston
- 1 hr 6 min from Waterbury
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Pets
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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