Lake Durant off Old Route 28

Fishing, paddling, and hiking draw campers to this dispersed site along Old Route 28 in the Blue Mountain Wild Forest, managed by NYS DEC. No developed amenities exist here. The site sits within a state forest corridor where Lake Durant Campground lies less than half a mile away, making it a low-infrastructure alternative for self-sufficient campers who want proximity to Lake Durant without a formal campsite assignment.

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Map & DirectionsLake Durant off Old Route 28 is located in New York near Blue Mountain Lake

Detail location of campground
Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

43.84205158 N
74.39744551 W

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    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    Verizon
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
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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.


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Reviews1 Camper Review - Lake Durant off Old Route 28

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Reviewed Oct. 11, 2026

Amazing Spot

This area has two drive-up camping spots each with a picnic table and fire pit. One site is on the lake side of the small road which had very few other drivers. This lakeside spot has small paths to access the shore and decent shade. The other site, about a quarter mile down the road, is tucked into the woods and feels more private. It has a more open view of the lake and paths across the road to access the water. This site is a little muddier in rainy weather and gets more sun.

Some road noise from the highway here but amazing view of the stars at night!

These sites have no running water or bathrooms, however there is both a gas station and port-a-potty about two miles east, though both sites have some woods access that give you privacy (though any waste should be packed out as this area is surrounded by water).

Suprisingly good AT&T coverage, between one and three bars. Sometimes slow but eventually loads.

There is also a boat trailer parking/unloading area between the two sites.

The old route 28 & 30 road is very gravely and uneven - drive slow!

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  • Review photo of Lake Durant off Old Route 28 by Adina W., October 11, 2026
  • Review photo of Lake Durant off Old Route 28 by Adina W., October 11, 2026
  • Review photo of Lake Durant off Old Route 28 by Adina W., October 11, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Lake Durant off Old Route 28?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.