First come, first serve, no charge. No group camping; maximum of two vehicles and tents per site. Some sites near the ranger cabin, another 6 to 8 sights accessible by canoe (you bring your own). One modern latrine near the beach/canoe put-in; may be others, but didn't check. Swimming is permitted, but no lifeguard (Safe Swim rules for Scouts). Canoe campsites are designated by number and include platforms on which you MUST place your tent(s); sites have fire rings, but downed wood is scarce. Several short trails in the immediate vicinity which generally loop the pond, plus a connection to a trail that leads down to the north end of Somerset Resevoir--worth the hike (45 minutes from campsite 12, probably 1-1/4 hrs from the base camp). Only a couple of miles from the Appalachian Trail/Long Trail.

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