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DEVILS TOMBSTONE CAMPGROUND, DEC, NYStatus: Closed through Thu May 20 2010 Max reservation window: Sat Aug 21 2010 DescriptionDescription: Devil's Tombstone is one of the oldest campgrounds in the Catskill Forest Preserve. Its location, deep in Stony Clove, surrounded by some of the highest peaks in the Catskills, makes it a haven for serious hikers. The campground's trails lead to Hunter Mountain, with the highest historic fire tower in New York State, Indian Head, and West Kill Range. This is a small, primitive campground, with wooded sites and a small, shallow lake, Notch Lake.Geography:Devil's Tombstone is located in a rugged mountain pass in the Catskill Mountains called Stony Clove. It is rumored that Stony Clove was a favorite haunt of the Devil during the early days of settlement in the Catskills. The Devil's Tombstone itself is a large boulder that was carried down the mountain many centuries ago, by a landslide or a glacier. Recreation:The hiking is amazing here, and campers will enjoy relaxing by Notch Lake after a long, fulfilling hike. Swimming and boating can be enjoyed at North-South Lake, nine miles away. Hunting is allowed outside campground boundaries. Children will enjoy the playground and participating in the Junior Naturalist Program. Facilities:The campground's wooded sites have picnic tables and fireplaces. Water spigots are available. Showers are available at North-South Lake, nine miles away. The park also has two picnic areas with tables and fireplaces or charcoal grills, a children's playground, a volleyball court, horseshoes, firewood for sale, and hiking trails. Nearby Attractions:The park is four miles from Hunter Mountain, which hosts ethnic festivals throughout the summer season, with the sky ride operating, for a fine view from the mountain. Nearby towns offer restaurants, shops, and a movie theater. Tubing, go-carts, miniature golf, and a number of golf courses and horseback riding facilities are located within easy driving distance. Services & Amenities:
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WHEN YOU ARRIVE - You must sign for your own site. Have your equipment with you and be ready to camp when you register. The names of all campers staying on a site must be listed on the camping permit when you first register at the facility. CHECK-IN TIME - Is from 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. Campers must register for their campsite by 9:00 p.m. on the first night of their reservation or the campsite will be subject to re-rental and all fees will be forfeited. CHECK-OUT TIME - Is 11:00 a.m. on your permit expiration date. OCCUPANCY - Is limited to 6 individuals per campsite and two tents or one unit of hard wheeled camping equipment and one tent. Only two vehicles are permitted on any individual campsite. Extra vehicles will be required to park in a designated area (additional fees will apply). AGE REGULATIONS - Every campsite must be registered and occupied by a responsible person 18 years of age or older. LENGTH OF STAY - Your camping permit can be issued for a maximum of two weeks. From July 1 through Labor Day, only 14 cumulative nights of camping will be permitted at any campground. This is to ensure that new campers can enjoy their right to camp. QUIET HOURS - Are from 10 p.m. until 7 a.m., and are strictly enforced. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated by both the campground staff and your fellow campers. Violators of this policy may be evicted. GENERATORS - The use of electric generators may be limited to no more than five hours per day and fall between the hours of 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily. FIRES - Must be built in fireplaces provided. Only dead and down wood may be used for fuel. No chainsaws are allowed in campgrounds, and cutting down trees, alive or dead is prohibited. Please do not use fireplaces as chopping blocks. Burning trash is prohibited. FIREARMS - Are not allowed in campgrounds except during the Fall and Spring hunting seasons. Firearms must not be discharged within campground boundaries at any time. ACCESSIBLE SITES - At least one member of the camping party staying on the site must be mobility impaired (for example, in a wheelchair or uses a walker) or the camping party may be turned away at the campground. SWIMMING - Is allowed at campgrounds with supervised bathing areas during designated hours when a lifeguard is on duty. Please note that there may be times when lifeguards are unavailable, and for the safety of our customers these beaches will not be open and swimming will be prohibited. Not all campground locations offer swimming, to inquire please contact the campground directly. PETS - Are allowed with proof of a currently valid rabies vaccination. Campers can walk dogs on a leash no longer than six feet as long as the animal is under control. Dogs cannot be left unattended and are not allowed in facility structures, on the beach or in day use areas. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pet. CANCELLATIONS – To cancel a reservation more than 2 days prior to the date of your arrival, cancel online or contact ReserveAmerica at 1-800-456-2267. To cancel a reservation within 2 days of your arrival contact the campground directly. REFUNDS - Will not be issued except in cases of bona fide emergencies such as death in the family or serious accident. Supporting documentation will be required. Refunds are not issued directly at campgrounds. Getting There:Devils Tombstone CampgroundP.O. BOX 6 Hunter NY 12442 GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 42.15528, -74.20472 From the South: Take the NYS Thruway (I-87); take Exit 19 at Kingston. Follow Route 28 West to Phoenicia. At Phoenicia, follow the signs for Route 214. The campground is located on Route 214, approximately 9 miles down, on the left. From the North: Take the NYS Thruway (I-87); take Exit 21 at Catskill. Go left on Route 23 East to Route 9W South. Follow Route 9W through Catskill to Route 23A West, through Tannersville. Turn left on Route 214, 2 miles past Tannersville. The campground is located on Route 214, approximately 3 miles down, on the right. Phone Park for More Information:Information: (845)688-7160
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