soccerboy8
I live on Long Island and i was wondering if anyone knows a good place to go backcountry camping near New York City?
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I second BeachBum's motion.
I grew up hiking the trails of Harriman (which is on the backside of Bear Mountain, to place it for you), and it's a great place to go hiking. Lot's of trails, vistas of forest and lakes, and, considering how close it is to the city, somewhat isolated. This time of year, and on through the winter, I doubt you'll see another hiker.
The Catskill Mountains, only about two hours from you, have an extensive network of trials, particularly in the 10,000 acre Catskill Forest Preserve. There are several hiking guides available. For a beginner I would look at the Adirondack Mountain Club's "Guide To Catskill Trails."
The Adirondacks are probably a bit far for a casual hiking trip. But, just FYI, the Adirondack Forest Preserve is about 1/5 of New York state, and is, in fact, larger than some states. There are all sorts of trails up there, including, if you're up for some strenuous hikes, many that scale the high peaks.
add-on: I should have mentioned that there used to be a book called something like "400 walks in the new york area." IIRCC, it was published by the NewYork/New Jersey Trails Conference. Anyway, your library might have it, or can find it on the inter-library loan. Or it might still be in print, and the NY?NJTC will gladly sell you a copy.
I second BeachBum's motion.
I grew up hiking the trails of Harriman (which is on the backside of Bear Mountain, to place it for you), and it's a great place to go hiking. Lot's of trails, vistas of forest and lakes, and, considering how close it is to the city, somewhat isolated. This time of year, and on through the winter, I doubt you'll see another hiker.
The Catskill Mountains, only about two hours from you, have an extensive network of trials, particularly in the 10,000 acre Catskill Forest Preserve. There are several hiking guides available. For a beginner I would look at the Adirondack Mountain Club's "Guide To Catskill Trails."
The Adirondacks are probably a bit far for a casual hiking trip. But, just FYI, the Adirondack Forest Preserve is about 1/5 of New York state, and is, in fact, larger than some states. There are all sorts of trails up there, including, if you're up for some strenuous hikes, many that scale the high peaks.
add-on: I should have mentioned that there used to be a book called something like "400 walks in the new york area." IIRCC, it was published by the NewYork/New Jersey Trails Conference. Anyway, your library might have it, or can find it on the inter-library loan. Or it might still be in print, and the NY?NJTC will gladly sell you a copy.
Boy scout Camping Trips...?
BroadStree
I need some cool, entertaining, adventurous, fun, and different ideas on some camping trips on the east coast. my troop will travel about 3-4 hours tops. we are based in Burlington county, in Southern New Jersey. hiking and canoeing are allowed. also it would be best if there was also something fun to do while we were there. we would want some free time, but still want something organized to keep us entertained. Thanks A lot!!!
im a scout
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You could do a rafting/canoeing/kayaking trip on the upper Delaware River. There are several rental places such as Lander's and Kittatiny Canoes that will let you rent the boats overnight. You can camp on several places along the river including Ten Mile River Scout Reservation (Greater NYC Area Council.)
You could also do a rafting trip on the Lehigh River in PA. Whitewater Challengers has been running Scout Trips for decades. Camp Acahela (Northeast PA Council), Camp Trexler (Minsi Trails Council) and Hickory Run State Park are all close by if you want a place to camp.
Nearly every Appalachian Trail trailhead in PA and NJ is within a few hours drive from wher you live, as in the Horseshoe Trail in southern PA. Check the Keystone Trails Association webpage for more info. Try backpacking with your troop.
The Northeatern PA Council offers Project COPE at Goose Pond Scout Reservation near Hamlin, PA almost every weekend from April-November except during summer camp. http://www.nepabsa.org.
Finally, and it's a bit of a drive, but Green Mountain Council in Vermont offers scout ski weekends at Killington, Okemo, Mt. Snow, Bromley and other resorts all winter. I think most trips are $180 and that includes two days lift passes, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, and sleeping in the gym at the local high school. (I used to run these trips for several years.) http://www.scoutingvermont.org.
Finally,
You could do a rafting/canoeing/kayaking trip on the upper Delaware River. There are several rental places such as Lander's and Kittatiny Canoes that will let you rent the boats overnight. You can camp on several places along the river including Ten Mile River Scout Reservation (Greater NYC Area Council.)
You could also do a rafting trip on the Lehigh River in PA. Whitewater Challengers has been running Scout Trips for decades. Camp Acahela (Northeast PA Council), Camp Trexler (Minsi Trails Council) and Hickory Run State Park are all close by if you want a place to camp.
Nearly every Appalachian Trail trailhead in PA and NJ is within a few hours drive from wher you live, as in the Horseshoe Trail in southern PA. Check the Keystone Trails Association webpage for more info. Try backpacking with your troop.
The Northeatern PA Council offers Project COPE at Goose Pond Scout Reservation near Hamlin, PA almost every weekend from April-November except during summer camp. http://www.nepabsa.org.
Finally, and it's a bit of a drive, but Green Mountain Council in Vermont offers scout ski weekends at Killington, Okemo, Mt. Snow, Bromley and other resorts all winter. I think most trips are $180 and that includes two days lift passes, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, and sleeping in the gym at the local high school. (I used to run these trips for several years.) http://www.scoutingvermont.org.
Finally,
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