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chrishagwood


Mar 21, 2008, 10:34 PM
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Camping / Lodging Beta near Gunks  (North_America: United_States: New_York: Upstate: The_Gunks)
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A group of us, maybe as many as 5 will be going up to climb the Gunks April 30-May 3. I've heard of camping at Tuthilltown distillery. Any other good places to camp or crash for the night on the cheap?


mattltambor


Mar 23, 2008, 11:39 PM
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You can crash at the multiple-use area (DEC) for free. It's easy, close, and convenient. Or check out http://www.gunks.com


clymber


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if you want quiet goto camp slime.....its right next to the cliff and its alot quieter then the multi use area....draw backs of slime is fires are NOT allowed but the porta potty is close...draw backs of multi use is no porta potties at this time was there this weeknd and lots of road noise also seems like the party spot....upside is that its the party spot and aloowed to have fires there....both are free

if you have any questions pm me will do best to help you


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Mar 24, 2008, 12:31 AM
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For a more civilized approach, go to the New Paltz hostel on main street. for ~$30 a night you get a bed, linens and access to the kitchen. It's clean, warm and a great place to stay.


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I wont repeat much of what was said already, but the MAU (multy abuse area) or Camp Slime are both free options. If you camp at the MAU, or MUA, its official name, steer clear of sights marked with no camping signs. They do ticket people for setting up tents in the no camping areas.


LarryHorwitz


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any info on Tuthilltown distillery?


qqac


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The word is that

"camping at the Gristmill (Tuthilltown distillery) is closed until further notice.

The Gristmill is extremely busy with the distillery business and will not be able to offer camping until further notice.

Ralph indicates he may try to allow camping beginning in August.

His website is being rebuilt and doesn't yet have a camping for climbers page. He will have one added soon and you can check there for updates. "


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LarryHorwitz


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Thanks a ton! bummer...but at least I know.


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