Andrew K
So im 18 years old and planning a hiking trip in about 2 weeks with a friend. We are probably going somewhere in the Adirondack Mountains.
I was told by someone you have to be 21 years old or with someone who is over 21 in order to stay at a state park. Is this true?
Answer
Sure why not? You dont have to be 21 to my knowledge, I was camping with friends (oldest being 16 at the time) in NY state park and the rangers had no issue with it. As far asa getting permits go for certain shelters in the 'dacks you may need to be 21 to get one. (I`ve only applied for permits after I was 21 so I obviously never ran into an issue) If you are planning on tenting I wouldnt worry about it. Also, you may not be allowed into the 'dacks without a bear canister.
Sure why not? You dont have to be 21 to my knowledge, I was camping with friends (oldest being 16 at the time) in NY state park and the rangers had no issue with it. As far asa getting permits go for certain shelters in the 'dacks you may need to be 21 to get one. (I`ve only applied for permits after I was 21 so I obviously never ran into an issue) If you are planning on tenting I wouldnt worry about it. Also, you may not be allowed into the 'dacks without a bear canister.
overnight backpacking/camping in new york state?
DGlock
I want to go backpacking/camping in new york state (possibly Adirondack State Park) with three other people. We are hoping to hike up to a spot to set up tents etc. and spend the night. We are each 17 or 16 years old - is this a problem? I know that in Connecticut at least one person must be 18. Thanks!
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It shouldn't be. There usually isn't someone there checking IDs at the trailheads. I'm pretty sure there is nothing in the DEC regs about age limits. However, if you are camping in an area where use of a bear can is mandatory and you don't already own one, you will need a credit card to put down as a deposit when you rent one. Aside from that, most backcountry campsites are first come-first serve.
It shouldn't be. There usually isn't someone there checking IDs at the trailheads. I'm pretty sure there is nothing in the DEC regs about age limits. However, if you are camping in an area where use of a bear can is mandatory and you don't already own one, you will need a credit card to put down as a deposit when you rent one. Aside from that, most backcountry campsites are first come-first serve.
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