Tent on Higher Ground  🖼️

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Tent on Higher Ground ...

No danger of getting wet from high tide here, although even the campsite was only 5-6 inches above the high tide of last night. Most of the campsites on this island are not particularly high above the high tide.

Taken on Sunday June 5, 2011 at Hudson River Islands State Park.

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More about Hudson River Islands State Park...

Accessible only by boat, Hudson River Islands State Park facilities are concentrated on the islands of Gay's Point and Stockport Middle Ground. These islands are fragile communities with many rare and endangered plant and animal species. Day-use facilities include picnic areas with grills and nature trail. Fishing is popular and transient camping is allowed.

Please Note: There are no docks. Boats must be moored off the island or visitors can bring their kayaks/canoes on shore. It is a first come first serve park for camping. There is no entrance fee and no reservations are needed.

http://nysparks.com/parks/98/details.aspx

Terrain Map: Stockport Middle Island and Gay’s Point
Photo: In the deep muck, waiting for the tide to come back in
Photo: Marshy Tip of Middle Stockport Island
Photo: Gays' Point After Dark
Photo: Low tide means little access to Stockport Boat Launch
Photo: Watching a Passing Amtrak Train
Photo: Evening On the Hudson River
Photo: Tanker Ship Coming Down The Hudson
Photo: Posion Ivy
Photo: Riverside Flag
Photo: Campsite After Getting All Packed Up

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