Established Camping
Green Pond - Bonaparte State Forest
Green Pond in Bonaparte State Forest is surrounded by forested terrain with a mix of trees and underbrush. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 60s to 80s Fahrenheit in summer and can drop to the 20s in winter. Nearby, visitors can explore the natural beauty of Bonaparte Lake and the scenic trails of the state forest.
Description
State Park
The camping opportunities at Bonaparte's Cave State Forest include four primitive campsites and two accessible primative campsites located on Mud Pond and Waugh PFA Roads. Campsites are delineated and include tables, fire rings and privies. There is no potable water source. No trash pickup is provided. This is a carry in-carry out facility.
At-large primitive camping is allowed. Campsites must be at least 150 feet away from the nearest road, trail, or body of water. Camping for more than three nights or in groups of ten or more requires a permit from a Forest Ranger.
Map: https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/lands_forests_pdf/mapbonapartescave.pdf
Primitive Camping Resource: https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/41282.html
Location
Green Pond - Bonaparte State Forest is located in New York
Coordinates
44.15784577 N
75.35905375 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 38 min from Watertown
- 1 hr 29 min from Utica
- 1 hr 41 min from Syracuse
- 2 hrs 49 min from Glens Falls
