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Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed

Description

Primitive camping is allowed. Campsites must be at least 150 feet away from the nearest road, trail, or body of water. Camping for more than three nights or in groups of ten or more requires a permit from a Forest Ranger.

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Location

Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed is located in New York

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Coordinates

42.58581681963886 N
75.62420001705836 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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  • WiFi
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  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Pets
  • Fires

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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Reviewed Mar. 31, 2025

Primitive camping at Round Pound

This is a relatively new location for primitive camping in the Pharsalia Woods State Forest. There is a parking area just off the Plymouth Reservoir Rd that allows you to access a network of trails that traverse the state preserve around the unique Round Pond and adjacent bog. Primitive camping is allowed anywhere in the vicinity as long as you are 150 feet from the waters edge and away from the parking lot. The parking lot has an info kiosk with a map of the trail network and info about the unique bog ecosystem. You need to sign in at the kiosk, but otherwise there are no permits needed and no fees. One amazing aspect at this site is a beautiful and accessible raised boardwalk to a unique overlook that has a beautiful vista over the bog and is an amazing place for birdwatching especially during spring migration. You can also access the bog pond here if using kayaks or canoes. It is like a unique wilderness location fir primitive camping, but only 15 minutes from the village of Norwich!

For more info on the Pharsalia Woods in general, and the Round Pond in particular, visit this link on the DEC website: https://dec.ny.gov/places/pharsalia-woods-state-forest Be sure to also click on the link on that page regarding primitive camping at this site

Sitedispersed primitive tent camping only
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  • Review photo of Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed by Janet R., March 31, 2025
  • Review photo of Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed by Janet R., March 31, 2025
  • Review photo of Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed by Janet R., March 31, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed?

    Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed allows vehicles up to 10 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Round Pond Pharsalia Woods Dispersed does not have wifi.