Check out our basemaps. All users of the Five Ponds Wilderness Area must follow all State Land Use Regulation and should follow all Outdoor Safety Practices for the safety of the user and protection of the resource. From Richwood travel on mile east on State Route 39/55, then 12.5 miles north on Forest Road 76. On Conifer-Emporium CE, the C7, C7A, C7C, S78 and S88 state snowmobile trails cross the property. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the, To protect the Rosario Tide Pools follow the yellow rope trail, do not touch or remove creatures, and no pets. Arab fire tower as well as opportunities for mountain biking and exploration on foot or horseback. The Cranberry Wilderness area was expanded by almost 12,000 acres in 2009. This trail follows an old road westward and intersects with the Dog Pond to Otterbrook Trail at 2.1 miles, where there is a trail register. Please respect posted signs. Having been deceived by the narrow waterway, Vancouver named the waterway Deception Pass. Sign in and out of all DEC trail registers in case you become missing or lost. Several Adirondack lean-tos (a.k.a., open camps) also exist along the trail, and each has been repaired or rebuilt in recent years. connected to the .gov website. North Central NY Fishing provides information on fishing in the Adirondacks and links to top fishing waters, stocking lists, public fishing access and waters open to ice fishing listed by county. Cranberry Lake Campground, New York Find First Available Date Add to Favorites Facility Details Firewood Alert: Don't Move Firewood Regulation in effect. (43.9947N, 75.1783W) Google Maps (leaves DEC website), Cranberry Lake Boat Launch is located along Columbia Road near the lake's dam. I have the DEC primitive campsite map, but was wondering what are the good campsites. 8. Although unmarked the designated primitive corridors used to access the privately owned inholdings in the wildernesses can be used by hikers until the cross onto the private lands. (43.8967N, 75.0546W) Google Maps (leaves DEC website), Moshier Falls Trailhead Parking in the Independence River Wild Forest is located on Moshier Road off of Stillwater Road and provides access to the southwestern corner of the Pepperbox Wilderness. The main trailhead is located adjacent to campsite 27 with a parking area and trail register kiosk. Note that some trails on existing roads may be used as logging roads at times. General information on hunting and general information on trapping includes how-to and safety tips with links to seasons, rules and regulations. These sites are back from the water with no view of the water. Reservations can be made online or by calling (888) CAMPOUT or (888) 226-7688. Camping is located at three locations in the park, 18 tent sites and two utility sites are at Bowman Bay, seven tent sites and 49 utility sites at Quarry Pond, and 147 tent sites and 83 utility sites are at Cranberry Lake. All motors are prohibited on Pass Lake, and only electric motors are allowed on Cranberry Lake. I would recommend calling the state campground number (315) 848-2315 and ask them. There are 30 designated tent sites on Lows Lake in the Bog River Complex. Acidified water has reduced native fish populations in the south and western portions of the area. Ottos Abode, Wanakena The Maiden of Deception Pass story pole is located in the Rosario Beach area of the park. The trail provides access to the Cat Mountain Trail, there is a 240 feet difference in elevation in the 0.7-mile section between the High Falls Loop Trail and the shoulder of Cat Mountain. The park has 172 tent sites, 134 partial-hookup sites, five hiker/biker sites, one dump stations, 20 restrooms (four ADA) and 10 showers (four ADA). Hunters can look for ruffed grouse and various species of waterfowl, as well as other possible game species including varying hare and woodcock. Latitude:48 24' 02.2" N (48.400617) Longitude:122 37' 30.2" W (-122.625045). No dump station is available at campground. Logistics are fairly straightforward. Conifer-Emporium CE has several waterbodies that are open for fishing, including Dead Creek and the South Branch Grass River. Old Wanakena Road (orange) begins at County Route 61 (Wanakena Road) and travels 2.6 miles west to Inlet Road. Please use a JavaScript enabled browser in order to access the full functionality of this site. 20 Back-In. These sites are right by the water with excellent water access, have a beach and/or shallow water with a sandy bottom or have electric, and a panoramic water view. To prevent serious accidents, hikers are encouraged to stay on main trails and avoid straying to the sides. General information on animals includes links to information about birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians and insects that inhabit or migrate through the state. Adventurous paddlers may continue their journey by paddling to the western shore of Lows Lake follow the 3.5-mile Canoe Carry Trail and travel downstream on the Oswegatchie River to the Oswegatchie River Inlet Hand Launch after which the river becomes unnavigable. Simmons Pond contains brook trout and can be accessed via the Olmstead Pond Loop Trail via the Sixmile Creek Trail and West Flow Trailhead. Generate a high-quality PDF. Find a Free Campsite. The 10.7-mile Peavine Swamp Ski Trail system (yellow) begins at the Peavine Swamp Parking Area and Trailhead 2.2 miles west of the hamlet of Cranberry Lake. Although beaver dams are often encountered, the only major obstruction is High Falls. This frame is provided for your convenience only. Stone Manor Diner/Motel, Cranberry Lake A link found at the top of that page shows the trail in yellow that passes some of the primitive sites. On Massawepie CE, the C7C state snowmobile trail crosses the property. Boating is allowed on Cranberry Lake. Located in Island County on Puget Sound, Deception Pass offers five saltwater and two freshwater watercraft launches, plus 710 feet of saltwater dock and 450 feet of freshwater dock. There are also several unpaved roads on the easement that are open to non-motorized recreation. Co-owned and co-managed by the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community and Washington State Parks, this area welcomes visitors to bask in its old-growth forest, which ends at stunning views of Fidalgo, Hope, and Skagit islands. Whether you just need to know where to camp nearby or you want to plan a free camping road trip, we've got you covered. Featuring 3903 campground photos of individual campsites. It passes through a woodland setting, crossing two small wetland areas over an elevated wooden boardwalk as it winds along toward the lake shoreline. An extended stay at Deception Pass will have you peering into tide pools at Rosario Beach, boating at Cornet Bay, strolling on North and West beaches and gaping up at Hoypus Forest, a lowland old-growth forest. These lean-tos may only be accessed by water. General information on fire towers includes historic and current uses of fire towers and links to other locations with fire towers. Headquarters General Information on Cross-country Skiing & Snowshoeing - includes how-to and safety tips and links to rules & regulations. Consider hiring an outdoor guide if you have little experience or woodland skills. There are 45 designated tent sites on the banks of the Oswegatchie River serving the canoe route between Lows Lake and the Oswegatchie River Inlet hand launch. The first is a small, lightweight guidebook focused specifically on the CL50. Snowmobiles can then follow the Alice Brook Trail in the neighboring Five Ponds Wilderness for 3.4 miles west to Youngs Road, south of Star Lake. Single site limit is one wheeled camping unit only, defined as motorhome or travel trailer; no more than 8 people; no more than 2 vehicles. The parking area and trailhead for the fire tower are located on Conifer-Emporium CE but the fire tower itself is located on the neighboring Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest. An informational meeting was held in February 2019 to solicit public feedback on the future management of the unit. View a map of this area and more on Natural Atlas. The Cranberry Lake 50 is a wonderful trail for beginners - with a few caveats. Cranberry Lake State Park is located in the Adirondack Mountains, within Adirondack State Park. Glasby Pond contains brook trout and can be accessed via the Cowhorn Junction Trail from the High Falls Loop Trail. Most campsites have nice shade and several are waterfront. Cranberry Lake in the Cranberry Lake Wild Forest, Stillwater Reservoir in the Independence River Wild Forest, and Lows Lake in the Bog River Complex all border the wilderness. The landowners have rights to use motor vehicles to access the inholdings via designated corridors across forest preserve lands. Lows Lake can be accessed from the Lower Dam Hand Launch on the Bog River. These sites are close to the water with good to excellent water access, with at least a bit of a beach area and a partial to obstructed water view. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Vehicles must be parked on gravel or paved spur, not in the woods, grass or road. General information on hiking includes how-to and safety tips and links to rules and regulations. High Falls Spur Trail extends 0.4 mile along the banks of the Oswegatchie River to High Falls and two lean-tos. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing can take place anywhere on the property. The remoteness of the area and heavy beaver activity provide more rugged trail conditions than on the Cranberry Lake Wild Forest to the north. The trail follows the Alder Creek Primitive Corridor for the first 1.5 miles before veering north to Jakes Pond. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Large specimens of hardwoods, red spruce, and eastern hemlock are common. Sign up for BaseCamp! From Dyer on State Route 46 take Forest Road 101 approximately 6 miles, then left onto Forest Road 76 for one mile. Kayak rentals are available seasonally at Bowman Bay by a concession. There are also three lean-tos: at Bear Mountain, Burntbridge Pond, and Peavine Swamp. DEC manages these lands in accordance with several unit management plans (UMPs). Many of the designated tent sites along the shores of these waters are accessible by boat. It contains three loops. There are five privately owned inholdings associated, four of significant size, within the wildernesses. A map of the Cranberry Lake 50 trail is available either as a download from the Cranberry Lake 50 website or can be purchased from local businesses in Cranberry Lake and Wanakena. In 1987, the building was renovated into a museum by CCC alumni and Washington State Parks staff. Janack's Landing Trail extends 0.2 miles from a trailhead and lean-to on the shores of Dead Creek Flow of Cranberry Lake to the High Falls Loop Trail. A violent windstorm blew down thousands of acres of trees south and west of Cranberry Lake. Not a BaseCamp member? More than 50 species of mammals and hundreds of species of birds inhabit or pass through the Adirondacks at one time of the year or another so it is not unlikely to catch site of wildlife during your trip. DEC Region 6 Potsdam Office (M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM), 315-265-3090; Backcountry Emergencies: 518-891-0235 (24/7) or 911, Enforcement Matters: 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264). This trail is part of corridor trail C8. Bear Pond Primitive Corridor extends 3.75 miles from a parking area at the end of Bear Pond Road in the Watson East Triangle Wild Forest. Use landmarks to navigate fresh content. #1 favorite campsites on Cranberry Lake 06-19-2015, 09:55 AM I am planning a canoe trip up to Cranberry Lake in July. Cranberry Lake Primitive Campsite #25 is a campsite on Cranberry Lake and Oswegatchie River in Adirondack Park, Cranberry Lake Wild Forest, Adirondack Mountains, NY. Grass River Outfitters,Canton If you are already a member be sure to Login. A popular semi-primitive campground adjacent to the Cranberry River and the "lower-gate" entrance to the Cranberry Backcountry. There is a 135 feet difference in elevation in the 0.45 mile stretch off trail between a height of land above Cage Lake and the shores of Cage Lake. Hunters and trappers may use the parking areas, roads, seasonal access roads, trailheads, and trails used by hikers, boat launches and hand launches used by boaters and paddlers to access the lands and waters in this area. Many birds (Common Loon, Peregrine Falcon) and mammals (Moose, Black Bear) are unique to the Adirondacks or are mainly found here. A schedule of planned events is posted at the ranger contact station. Red Horse Trail extends 5.3 mile from a trailhead on the shores of Big Burnt Lake on the north side of Stillwater Reservoir in the Independence River Wild Forest to Clear Lake. The animals are few and far between so knowing what they are feeding on and where they may be feeding is very important. Thi. The Cranberry Wilderness area was expanded by almost 12,000 acres in 2009.