Little Rock Pond Shelter & Tent Area
Open for the season. First-come, first-served only; no reservations. A GMC caretaker is typically on site from June through early fall. Overnight fee is $5 per person per night, payable by cash or check.
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 12:35PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
...Please check with state and local authorities regarding guidelines for allowed activities... * The warm air temperatures today in the upper 60s to lower 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently only in the 40s and 50s across Lake Champlain and in the regions smaller lakes and rivers. * The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high. Anyone on small boats, canoes or kayaks should plan accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life jacket!
About
Little Rock Pond Shelter & Tent Area offers a quintessential backcountry camping experience on Vermont's iconic Long Trail/Appalachian Trail corridor. The 18-acre spring-fed pond is surrounded by forested hills and large boulders, creating a picturesque setting for overnight hikers. The shelter and tenting area are located at the south end of the pond, where a Green Mountain Club caretaker resides during the peak hiking season. The site provides a three-sided shelter capable of accommodating around 12 people, along with five wooden tent platforms for those who prefer tenting. A batch-bin composting privy is available for solid waste. Water is not provided and must be treated or filtered from the pond or nearby streams. The pond is stocked annually with brook trout, making it a popular destination for backcountry anglers. Access requires a hike of approximately 2 miles from the trailhead parking area on Forest Road 10 near Danby. The site operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. An overnight fee of $5 per person applies, with Interagency Senior/Access passes providing a 50% discount. Payment should be made with cash or check to the on-site caretaker.
Directions
From Route 7 in Danby, turn east onto Brooklyn Rd (Forest Road 10). Take FR 10 for approximately 3.5 miles to the AT/Long Trail crossing. The parking area is on the south side of the road. From the trailhead, hike approximately 2 miles on the Long Trail to reach the shelter and tent area at the south end of the pond.
Location
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 | $5 |
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 | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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