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Details and map: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd756161.pdf
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.
Backcountry Camping (Dispersed Camping)
Backcountry camping is allowed in most locations on the forest unless there is a specific closure order in place for a particular area.
The following camping practices are recommended:
Locate campsites at least 200’ from trails or waterbodies including ponds, rivers, and streams
When able, utilize sites already managed for overnight use including designated tent platforms and established shelters
Do not camp in alpine or sub-alpine areas where trees are 8’ or less. Help protect these fragile ecosystems!Please follow the principles of leave no trace:
Plan Ahead and Prepare
Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
Dispose of Waste Properly
Leave What You Find
Minimize Campfire Impacts
Respect Wildlife
Be Considerate of Other VisitorsDetails and map: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd756161.pdf
Scout
I just got here. Road was quite good. I believe I have the last of 4 sites. Nice camp fire area.
GuideThis is a hiking trail only- no camping per website: https://www.mass.gov/locations/jug-end-state-reservation-wildlife-management-area
ScoutGreat spot for quiet desolate camping. Several spots to choose from.
GuideLarge, well organized camping spots along the road. The spot I chose had a beautifully built fire pit. It was a little muddy from rain.
TravelerIt was getting dark when we arrived and it had been raining all day. We just needed a night and it was great. Some sites were really wet but we found a nice dry place.
GuideIt had rained a lot prior to our arrival, and several sites were damp. We found a perfect site off the road on the right side. It was large and flat. We were off the road by 100 feet or so. It made it more private. I would highly recommend this site. We stopped on our way through to Stowe Vermont.
ScoutThe camp spots were all pretty spread out from each other and the road was easy to drive on. There were only about 10 spots along the access road. Brewery, distillery, beautiful lakes and scenic towns all within 15 minutes of the sites.
TravelerDifferent size sites, att cell reception. Mostly clean short drive to pond and stores.
TravelerGreat spot, I have section hiked the majority of the east coast AT and this is in my top 10 spots to stay at. Trash cans, but carry out is preferable.
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