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Foster Pond Camping Area

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Foster Pond Camping Area is located near a mix of forested areas and open spaces in New York. Temperatures range from lows around 20°F in winter to highs near 80°F in summer. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the Finger Lakes National Forest and Watkins Glen State Park.

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Location

Foster Pond Camping Area is located in New York

Coordinates

42.499925628239865 N
76.78987758591003 W

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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.

Drive Time

28 min from Ithaca
37 min from Elmira
1 hr 23 min from Binghamton
1 hr 23 min from Syracuse

Jacob D.

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Reviewed Sep. 13, 2024

Relaxed Free Dispersed Camping

Right at the intersection of Potomac Road and Chicken Coop road in the Finger Lakes National Forest. If heading North on Potomac Road, turn left at the intersection and you’ll find a parking lot. Into the woods around the Lake you’ll find free dispersed camping.

My mom and I stayed just in the parking lot and had no issues and weren’t bothered. NO AMENITIES

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Month of VisitSeptember