Best Dispersed Camping near Savoy, MA
Dispersed camping opportunities near Savoy, Massachusetts include several free primitive sites in the adjacent Green Mountain National Forest of Vermont. George D Aiken Wilderness Dispersed offers approximately 10 well-spaced sites along accessible forest roads with established fire rings. NFR 273 Dispersed Camping Spot provides multiple clearings suitable for tents and small RVs. Somerset Airfield features a more developed dispersed area with pit toilets but less privacy between sites.
These primitive camping areas require complete self-sufficiency. No drinking water, trash service, or hookups are available at any location. According to reviews, many sites become muddy after rainfall, particularly along Forest Road 71 and NFR 273. Vehicles with higher clearance are recommended for accessing the more remote sites. Several campers noted that NF83 Dispersed site requires "at least 8 inches of clearance under your vehicle" to access safely.
Weather conditions vary significantly by season. Somerset Airfield experiences heavy winter use by snowmobilers, while summer brings increased vehicle traffic. Fire regulations permit campfires at most sites where established fire rings exist. Cell service is spotty throughout the region, with some ATT reception reported at George D Aiken Wilderness. Campers should be aware that Somerset Vt Dispersed on the Deerfield River now prohibits camping with "No camping signs all along road" due to private property restrictions.
The standard dispersed camping rule applies in National Forest lands: camp at least 150 feet from trails, roads, and water sources. Sites are first-come, first-served with no reservation system. For those seeking Appalachian Trail access, note that Jug End in Massachusetts is a hiking trail only with no permitted camping according to Massachusetts state regulations.