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Crane Mountain Pond Campsite
Crane Mountain Pond Campsite is located near Crane Mountain in New York, featuring rugged terrain with forested areas and a pond. Temperatures can range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Crane Mountain itself, offering hiking trails and scenic views, and the nearby Garnet Hill Lodge, known for its outdoor activities.
Description
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
Wilcox Lake Wild Forest
Crane Mountain is in the Central Adirondacks in Wilcox Lake Wild Forest near Wevertown in Warren County. There are over five miles of marked hiking trails on the 3254 foot mountain. There are many spectacular views from the open areas on the mountain, making this a very popular hike. There is an elevation gain of over 1300 feet. There are very steep sections on this short hike, but this tough hike is worth the view.
Location
Crane Mountain Pond Campsite is located in New York
Coordinates
43.543558234007975 N
73.96314737541594 W
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- 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
- 31 min from Glens Falls
- 1 hr 14 min from Albany
- 1 hr 42 min from Utica
- 1 hr 57 min from Burlington
