Congdon Shelter
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations or advance booking. Winter access may be challenging depending on snow conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 3 at 9:03AM EST until March 4 at 5:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations between 1 and 3 inches with locally 3 to 4 inches in the southern Green Mountains and foothills of the southern Adirondacks. Ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. * WHERE...Northwestern Connecticut, western Massachusetts, Taconics and the Lake George Saratoga region of eastern New York, and southern Vermont. * WHEN...From noon today to 5 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will likely impact today's evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow overspreads the region this afternoon, before mixing with sleet and freezing rain later this afternoon into this evening. Precipitation will taper off late tonight.
About
Congdon Shelter sits along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and the Long Trail in the Green Mountain National Forest, accessible via a 2-mile hike south from Vermont Route 9. Built in 1967 by the Long Trail Patrol as a gift from Stephen Congdon, this backcountry shelter serves as an overnight stop for long-distance hikers and backpackers exploring Vermont's wilderness. The shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis year-round with no reservation system and no fees. A composting toilet is available on-site, and hikers must treat or filter water from nearby sources. As with all Appalachian Trail shelters in Vermont, the site is often shared with other visitors and can fill up during peak hiking seasons. This is a hike-in only location with no vehicle access, requiring backpackers to carry all necessary gear, food, and cooking equipment. All trash must be packed out. The shelter is maintained through a partnership between the Green Mountain National Forest and the Green Mountain Club.
Directions
Hike south on the Appalachian Trail from Vermont Route 9 for approximately 2 miles. The shelter is accessible only by foot.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (802) 747-6700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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