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Price
$14/night
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Reservable
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29 campsites
Season
The campground opera...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
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WEST RIVER ROAD (P.O. BOX 1), PLEASANT VALLEY, Connecticut, 06063, United States
Fly fishers and paddlers get the most out of this place: trout fishing is catch-and-release right at camp, and the river runs canoeable and tubeable through the season. Fall weekdays are the sweet spot for foliage, solitude, and cool hiking temps on the Henry Buck Trail.
No electric or water hookups at any site, and no swimming in the river. Arrive in early May and you're looking at portable toilets and no running water until mid-month, so bring your own supply if you're heading out before the taps are on.
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Fall is the clear standout: daytime highs between 50 and 65°F, cool nights in the 30s and 40s, and foliage that lights up the hillsides in red and gold. The river looks best against the fall canopy, and hiking, fishing, and paddling all peak without summer crowds. Expect moderate visitation on weekends; plan weekdays if you want solitude. Be aware of hunting season and wear blaze orange on applicable days. Early season (likely spring) can mean no running water and portable toilets only, based on maintenance patterns.
Described as the clear standout: vivid foliage, cool days and dramatic river-overlook views.
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The American Legion State Forest offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground includes 29 campsites and 6 cabins situated in a wooded setting. Other facilities include restrooms, picnic shelters, picnic tables, and a seasonally operated museum. The campground has flush toilet facilities and potable drinking water taps. Firewood is available for purchase on-site, aligning with the state’s policy against bringing firewood from outside Connecticut. Additional amenities include a dump station, water fill-up station, and areas for recreation such as hiking and bird watching. Showers are available as well.
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