Best Dispersed Camping near Silver Bay, NY

Recent Dispersed Reviews near Silver Bay, New York

40 Reviews of 28 Silver Bay Campgrounds

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  Joann&WellsThePup I.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  NF-71

  About 12 sites off National Forest Road 71. Beautiful area and very secluded. All have fire rings but that’s about it. Make sure to have a backup plan during the mud season and treat your skin and clothes during black fly season

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  Murf V.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 6, 2024

  Route 100 Dispersed Camping

  This is not for camping

  This is a picnic area that people insist on camping there and because of this kind of stuff is why we keep loosing free camping sites

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  David W.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 1, 2024

  Green Mountain Camp on Town Road 11

  Beautiful View Real VT setting but can be a little crowded

  It is a beautiful setting and the first nice weekend in May. There were quite a few folks there already but worth the visit. 

  It is old Vermont farm land that the team of the US National Forest must manage. They have kept the clearing clear and access is pretty good. We are so lucky to have access like this for all of us to enjoy.

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  Michelle R.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 31, 2018

  Austin Brook

  Green Mountain National Forest Warren Falls

  Just south of Warren Falls trail head and parking lot and just north of Green Mountains National Forest Road #25, is a small (4-5 sites, 3 picnic tables) camping and parking area wedged between the Mad River and Vermont Route 100. Grassy and Rocky sites, 4 fire rings, 3 porta-potties, and stream side (river) camping close to trails, Warren Falls swimming hole, the Lincoln Gap Road and hiking, and the "famous" Warren General Store, and covered bridge. There aren't any reservation or use instructions or signs posted.

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  Mike B.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 1, 2016

  Lincoln Dispersed Camping

  FR 291

  Down off this back road in VT you can find some beautiful secluded campsites - Yards away from gorgeous running water. No trash or restrooms - Primitive for sure. Prepare for bugs as well. The seclusion of this spot is what makes it. On the weekends some people ride ATVs around here, otherwise it is a sanctuary

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  Lily D.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 27, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  Town Highway 11 on W Hill Road

  Beautiful meadow campsites overlooking the valley. Firepits and tent platforms are in place although most of the sites are drive-in. If you’re looking for a picture perfect campsite with a view this is the place for you!

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  Taylor A.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 17, 2023

  Cod Pond Dispersed Pull-Off

  Adirondack Camping Trip

  Highly Reccomend! The directions in the app are accurate -but do keep in mind that the campsite is down a dirt road which is well hidden from the main road if you aren’t paying close attention. There is no service at all.

  This site is campsite 6 and very private (I believe there must be others located close by). The site has it’s own private road. A car is not reccomended. Possible to turn around but you definitley need a smaller suv. There is a firepit at the site and plenty of space for multiple tents, ground may look flat but when sleeping-definitely is not. Plenty of trees for hammocks etc. You can hear cars from the site but the cars can’t see you-loved this! The sound of the cars from the main highway is something I got used to quick. The site is mostly shaded-the sun shines through a bit but not much.

  There is a river down the hill from the campsite which helps keep it fairly cool at night. The bugs were terrible.

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  Chris D.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 10, 2024

  Route 100 Dispersed Camping

  Great little spot right off RT-100

  I was looking for the Austin Brook campsite north of this one, but someone on here gave directions to this site, which turns out has its own page on here. Right off the road, a small handful of camp sites, some picnic tables, presumably some fire rings although with snow coverage I didn’t see any. Main lot has plenty of parking, perfect for car camping. Pull through the trees has some spots for tents and smaller setups. Entrance and exit are a little steep and tricky in the winter, lot wasn’t plowed so AWD/4x4 and good ground clearance are recommended.

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  J W.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 19, 2024

  Green Mountain National Forest Texas Falls Primative campsites

  Nice setting, simple fire pit only sites

  There seems to be a little confusion about where restricted day use ends and overnight dispersed sites begin. Some folks were camping in the picnic area. Past the gate at the end of the Texas Falls recreation area we found several sites with only a fire pit along the brook. They were well used with some litter. We packed out what we could find. There are posted signs on the opposite bank so we stayed on our side. Brook water filtered fine and was tasty. Relatively short walk to waterless toilets was welcome. Very pretty area.

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  Margaret E.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 15, 2020

  Route 100 Dispersed Camping

  Easy access and beautiful site

  This site has 3-5 campsites right off of route 100. This is right next to Mad River with a area to walk down into a swimming hole. Great place.

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  Alex R.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 1, 2023

  Ward Brook Campsite

  Great campsite at the bottom of Seymour mountain

  Great campsite with a nice lean-to. 

  Fire pit, picnic table, and a privy. 

  A bit further you will find some tent spots too. 

  Plenty of water around.

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  J W.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 19, 2024

  Lincoln Dispersed Camping

  FR 291 Dispersed camping

  FR 291 is a somewhat primitive road - lots of big puddles. I would want some clearance for a vehicle. Our Toyota Highlander made it easily. We found 2 campsites with fire pits right off the end of FR 291. Easy stroll to a clean brook for filtering water. Very quiet, though we could hear the occasional dog barking from houses in the Downingville area. There are probably more sites, but really liked the first one we found. Great trees for hammocks.

  Day 2 we walked past the gate beyond the end of the road followed a trail up 500 feet or so of elevation in the foothills to the west of Mt Ellen. Found one more camp site. Road/path had a big blowdown, but looked like some ATVs had been up it in the last few months. Pretty walk, lots of mushrooms.

  Saw no bear sign, but kept all food in car as a precaution.

  Lincoln General Store is 3.5 miles away via Downingville. Some modest resupply options there.

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  Miccal M.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 11, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest Texas Falls Primative campsites

  Some great Primitive sites here

  This area is wonderful, first Texas falls it a great place to stop and explore.  Then, if you venture further up into the mountains you come upon the campsites with fire pits and if your lucky you can get one on the river.

  There is not much to these sites as far as amenities, just a fire pit.  But that is all I need.

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  Amanda

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 18, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  Beautiful fields and views

  Wow this site was so beautiful!

  The road into the site was scenic and beautiful. We followed the river all the way to the very end of the road up on the mountain. From there we decided on a site at the top of the mountain at the end of the long road. We quickly got rained out and went back down to one of the brookside sites. This site had great tree coverage to easily set up a tarp. It even had a premade firepit! Make sure to bring your own trash bag and water. 

  The next morning we decided to visit the sites for this actual dispersed site on the field. There were many spots on open fields with beautiful scenic views of the mountains. If we go and stay up there again we will definitely be staying at one of these. 

  If you're considering a spot in Vermont to camp, come here!

  Also, make sure your car has a bit of clearance as some sports have dips in the ground.

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  Kevin C.

  Ranger

  

  Sep. 19, 2024

  Green Mountain Camp on Town Road 11

  Beautiful view but no toilet

  Came in on a Wednesday afternoon in late September and found several available camp sites.

  There are no amenities at this campground. It is an open field on the left side of the road with two or three sites on the right side of the road that are walk in sites.

  The scenic beauty of this place is amazing. There was some color in the forest but most of it was still green. There are wide open views of 3 mountain ranges. There are many flowering plants, wild apple trees on the right side of the road. Lots of birds, butterflies, and bees (they were not agressive).

  The campground was very quiet at night except for an occasional owl hoot.

  We were fortunate to have perfect weather for our stay. This would be an awesome place to see the fall colors.

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  T K.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 28, 2022

  Crane Mountain Pond Campsite

  Gorgeous sunset views

  After a short hike up steep crane mountain we watched the beautiful sun set. One of the nicest places I’ve camped at.

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  Thomas and James S.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 28, 2024

  Last light on Michigan Brook

  The Last Light

  Love this site! The very last spot on the right hand side. If you’ve reached the closed gate you’ve missed the site! Keep it clean!

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  Miccal M.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 26, 2024

  Green Mountain National Forest FR42 Dispersed Site

  Busy and small sites

  Every time I've driven up Bingo to find a spot I end up leaving the area and going somewhere else.  The sites are small and close to the road.  Being primitive sites there are no facilities.  You will find fire rings at each site though.

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  Josie W.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 9, 2024

  Cod Pond Dispersed Pull-Off

  Private Campsite

  Decent site right off of the “main” road. “Main” because it was quiet. Easy to access via a short dirt road, but also easy to miss. We only saw sites 3 and 6 marked and took #6. There was a fire ring and access to the river down a semi-steep bank. Beautiful to listen to at night. Site was big enough to pull our mid-size SUV down and unfold rooftop-tent, but we did have to back out in the morning; not enough room to turn around. Felt private despite the road.

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  Miccal M.

  Legend

  

  Mar. 1, 2024

  Road's End Dispersed Camp

  End of the road hide-away

  great private spot when nothing else is around.  The drive in is a little rough, but doable for most vehicles.  The only thing you will find here is a fire ring.

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  Thomas and James S.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 22, 2024

  Riverside flat

  Majestic

  Crystal clear waters with never ending mesmerizing relaxation. Great spot

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  Jeff N.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 23, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest FR50 - Dispersed Camping

  Remote, decent views

  Pretty remote. Lots of traffic. Found a site that people with a Prius wouldn’t be able to get to.

  Super buggy in June. No cell service. But, plenty of privacy and solitude.

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  Phil J.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 5, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  Great views with optional privacy

  Great mountain views, some sites right on the road, some in fields and some tucked away out of view. The top end of the road has a few mud pits and may require some ground clearance from rocks

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  Tim M.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 26, 2023

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  NFR 207 Meadows, with great views!

  In the first large meadow, multiple fire rings / sites. Able to see sunrise/sunset/moonrise over the surrounding rolling hills and crests. 

  Upper meadows accessible with 4WD / high clearance vehicles.
  Nearby Clark Brook Trail is a 3 mile hike connecting with the AT/LT.
  2 bars USCellular LTE.

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  Miccal M.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 3, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  Wonderful views from these Primative sites

  Spent two nights on FR207 at one of the fields and explored the rest. This is not a place to go without at least 9" of ground clearance. Views are spectacular, choose either sunrise or sunset and you should be able to get a site to fit your needs.

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  Phil J.

  Traveler

  

  Dec. 24, 2021

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  Winter camping at its finest

  My first time winter camping and had the entire area to myself. Beautiful sunsets, night skies and scenery. Extremely calm and peaceful. Woke up to two moose nearby the morning I was leaving

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  Randy M.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 27, 2023

  Green Mountain National Forest FR207

  Definitely stay here

  It’s quiet with several spots. You always hear the river or see waterfalls. The ground gets soft during mud season.