overnight backpacking/camping in new york state?

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DGlock

I want to go backpacking/camping in new york state (possibly Adirondack State Park) with three other people. We are hoping to hike up to a spot to set up tents etc. and spend the night. We are each 17 or 16 years old - is this a problem? I know that in Connecticut at least one person must be 18. Thanks!

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It shouldn't be. There usually isn't someone there checking IDs at the trailheads. I'm pretty sure there is nothing in the DEC regs about age limits. However, if you are camping in an area where use of a bear can is mandatory and you don't already own one, you will need a credit card to put down as a deposit when you rent one. Aside from that, most backcountry campsites are first come-first serve.

Where can I go primitive camping in the New York area?

MZ

Looking for a place where I can go primitive camping (open camping/dispersion camping) within driving distance (less than 5 hours) in the New York City area. Anyone know of a National Forest or park that allows this that they would recommend? One with great hiking would be ideal. I'm looking to go in the fall when the leaves start the change. Many thanks.

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you can get to many places within a 5 hour radius of nyc...
in new york state you can go to the adirondacks or catskills (the catskills are closer but the ADK's are way more magnificent)...


since you're willing to drive up to 5 hours you can also get to places within new england such as vermont and new hampshire..in NH the area around mt washington and the presidential range has the best mountain scenery in the east

...as far as specific camp istes you'll have to do your own research depending on if you want to car camp, backpack or canoe camp and depending on how difficult you want

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