Best Dispersed Camping near Cherry Plain, NY
Multiple free dispersed camping options surround Cherry Plain, New York, with most sites located across the state border in Vermont's Green Mountain National Forest. NFR 273 offers several dispersed spots with established fire rings and enough space for 2-3 vehicles per site. The dirt road is generally well-maintained, though some pull-offs may be too wet for vans or lower-clearance vehicles during rainy periods. The George D Aiken Wilderness area provides additional dispersed camping with sites spread along access roads, featuring well-built fire pits on level ground.
These primitive sites offer no facilities—no water, toilets, or trash service. Campers report the George D Aiken area has good cell reception, while other forest sites have limited or no service. Forest Road 71 in Green Mountain National Forest contains several free camping areas, including sites near Somerset Airfield which has vault toilets. A camper noted, "The real attraction is the huge Somerset Reservoir which is up the road. Plenty of fishing, paddling, hiking and picnicking opportunities." Winter camping is possible but challenging, with access roads becoming snow-covered and temperatures dropping significantly.
