Stratton View Shelter & Tent Area
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations. A caretaker is present during summer months and collects a $5 fee. Camping is restricted to designated sites only.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 11 at 3:01AM EST until February 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches. * WHERE...The southern Adirondacks and western Mohawk Valley in New York, and the southern Greens in Vermont. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...After a brief lull in precipitation overnight, snow showers are expected to develop over the high terrain and west/northwest facing slopes this morning, continuing through today before tapering off tonight.
About
Stratton View Shelter & Tent Area is a backcountry camping destination situated on the northwest side of Stratton Pond within Green Mountain National Forest. This shelter sits at the junction of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and the coincident Long Trail, offering a rustic overnight experience for hikers. Stratton Pond is the largest body of water along the Long Trail and represents one of the most popular overnight destinations on the Appalachian Trail in Vermont. The site is located approximately 4.5 miles from the Arlington/West Wardsboro Road trailhead via the Stratton Pond and Lye Brook hiking trails. As a designated backcountry site, camping is restricted to the shelter and designated tent areas only to minimize impact on the pond's shoreline and ecosystem. The facility includes a composting toilet and access to water from nearby sources that must be treated or filtered before use. During summer months, a caretaker is typically present and collects a $5 fee for shelter use.
Directions
Located approximately 4.5 miles north of the Arlington/West Wardsboro Road via the Stratton Pond and Lye Brook hiking trails. The shelter is on the northwest side of Stratton Pond, 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 - $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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