Mohawk State Forest

Located in a ruggedly beautiful woodland area, Housatonic campsite is waiting for you to come rest your weary back and aching feet for the night. Tucked a little bit off Mohawk Trail, you are welcomed with open arms after a day of backpacking explorations along the trail. Head east a short ways and relax your soul with the beauty of a picturesque Read more...

Set amidst a sea of dense green forest, Housatonic Cornwall Shelter is a backpacking campsite located near Reed Brook on the Mohawk Trail. With a limited number of Adirondack-style shelters, it’s best to also pack a tent along with your own water supply. Just make sure to contact the folks at the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection Read more...

Located at the northern part of Mohawk Trail, the first Mohawk campsite shelter is surrounded by forested beauty. With just enough coverage to protect you from the elements, you'll be feeling refreshed and ready to take on a new day of backpacking when the sun hits in the morning. There is plenty to explore in this area as you take the trail furth Read more...

The second Mohawk Trail backpacker shelter is tucked away in a wooded area just nearby Bunker Hill Road. There is a nice picnic spot for relaxing in and enjoying an energizing meal before you go crash back at the shelter for a well-deserved night of rest. In the morning you will be ready to continue your backpacking explorations out on the trail a Read more...

Need a place to crash that puts you in the prime spot for continued trail explorations? Take the third Mohawk backpack camping shelter out for a spin. You will be hugging the edges of Mohawk State Forest and Mohawk Mountain State Park—pretty much getting the best of both worlds there. Whether you’re entering or leaving, either park offers great ma Read more...