Hall Island State Forest

I checked out primitive site on my own early in April it was cold snowing and raining. It didn’t take away from the campsite at all though. There were fire ring set up a view of the water and for enable body person just a short walk up the path. Where you drive in and park your car can also be used as a campsite but that’s right off the road. Speaking of you can’t hear the cars at night but you’re not too far from the road maybe half a mile. I like this place enough space to set up a few tents of kitchen whatever else you really wanted.

This site is one of a handful of primitive sites abutting the Salmon River Reservoir in the Hall Island State Forest in Redfield, NY. All sites are first come, first serve, and free of charge. We were able to have a fire.

There’s not much to them, no facilities or running water, and certainly not as scenic as going up to the Adirondacks; but seemed a decent option for a quick weekend trip. The draw for my friends and I at the time was a jump off the nearby Redfield bridge and swim in the Salmon River. Was also popular for fishing enthusiasts. 

It’s a short drive into town and to the local convenience store, which “conveniently” enough, offers shower facilities and bathrooms for a fee. However, I don’t recall being terribly impressed. I’m not likely to return, but it’s an option if you want a simple camp night with friends.