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Dispersed Camping near Golden's Bridge, NY

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    Dispersed camping options near Golden's Bridge, New York include Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Park and Hemlock Ridge MUA. These primitive sites offer no amenities - no drinking water, toilets, or trash service. Both areas allow fires and pets, with hike-in or walk-in access only. Taconic Hereford spans over 900 acres of forest with multiple trails and backs up to additional protected woodland. Cell service is generally available throughout the park despite the remote feel.

    Hemlock Ridge MUA features a small parking area accommodating 4-6 vehicles and follows standard dispersed camping protocols requiring sites to be at least 150 feet from trails. The area is particularly popular with rock climbers visiting the nearby Gunks. A visitor commented that "there are absolutely no amenities whatsoever and barely even a signal here, but it's quiet and off the beaten path." Both locations require adherence to Leave No Trace principles, with camping permitted in designated zones rather than developed sites.

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    Best Dispersed Campgrounds near Golden's Bridge (3)

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      1. Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed

      4.0(3)31mi from Golden's BridgeTents

      "If you like dispersed camping, like me- this place is good. There are absolutely no amenities whatsoever & barely even a signal here, but it’s quiet & off the beaten path."

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      2. Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Park

      4.7(3)32mi from Golden's Bridge

      "99% off people don't even know this area exists. If you want a quiet piece of beautiful forest to truly rough it and go camping for a few days, then this is what you have been looking for."

      "This spot is easy to find and access, and had decent ATT service. There's only a few spots, and the road is narrow with not much turnaround room, I wouldn't recommend for trailers or RVs."

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      3. Floyd Bennett Field, Brooklyn, NY

      1.0(1)50mi from Golden's Bridge
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    • Doc B.
      Jun. 17, 2021

      Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Park

      A hidden gem...

      99% off people don't even know this area exists. If you want a quiet piece of beautiful forest to truly rough it and go camping for a few days, then this is what you have been looking for. Less then 10 min drive from town, but hiking in and finding a suitable place to make camp has the feeling of the wild, with the safety of having full cell service. There is plenty of trails to explore and wildlife to enjoy, especially since these over 900 acres also back up to another huge plot of protected forests. Please enjoy Mother Nature's healing love, and leave the area cleaner than when you arrived. Always let someone know where you are headed and when you plan to return.

    • Cory D.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 28, 2019

      Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed

      A place to sleep near the gunks

      This isn't a fancy campsite and has no amenities. There is a small(10 car) parking lot and a trail that runs thru 80 acres of forest. Camping is allowed anywhere 150ft from the trail. Normal LNT rules apply. Bugs are relentless. Many climbers stay there for access to the gunks.

    • Dawn M.
      Apr. 25, 2025

      Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed

      Pretty cool

      If you like dispersed camping, like me- this place is good. There are absolutely no amenities whatsoever & barely even a signal here, but it’s quiet & off the beaten path. The parking lot only holds about 4-5 cars, 6 if you park real tight. There’s no spectacular mountain views from above, but rather a quiet peaceful wooded area & although I only seen/stayed at one camping spot which is literally at about the required 150ft from the road, you can set up your own camp anywhere. I was the only one here & it was a very peaceful & relaxing night

    • TThe Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 4, 2025

      Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Park

      Convenient pit stop

      This spot is easy to find and access, and had decent ATT service. There's only a few spots, and the road is narrow with not much turnaround room, I wouldn't recommend for trailers or RVs.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 25, 2026

      Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed

      Charming mossy woods on a ridge

      Arrived at night on a weekday to find two other vehicles parked in the lot, srilll was able to find a fire ring with a level area relatively easy. Very quiet, just the sounds of owls hooting at night. Very nice mixed forest, seems managed well. It is somewhat buggy. But doesn’t seem to be overly infested with ticks at least.

    Guide to Golden's Bridge

    Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Park provides free dispersed camping across its 900+ acres of protected forest near Golden's Bridge, New York. This primitive camping area requires hikers to walk in and set up at least 150 feet from trails. The park permits fires and allows alcohol and pets, but offers no amenities, water sources, or toilet facilities. Cell service remains available throughout most of the area despite the wilderness feel.

    Hemlock Ridge MUA Dispersed offers another primitive camping option with similar regulations. The small parking area accommodates only 4-6 vehicles, making early arrival advisable. Campers must hike in and follow Leave No Trace principles. One camper shared that "there are absolutely no amenities whatsoever and barely even a signal here, but it's quiet and off the beaten path." The area attracts many rock climbers due to its proximity to popular climbing locations, though visitors should prepare for persistent insects during warmer months.

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