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Question on water sources/camping on the escarpment trail

Posted: Sun Sep 02, 2018 4:24 pm
by kevinb123
Can anyone comment on what the water situation is currently on the escarpment trail? I'd like to do a backpacking trip next month. I know it's very dry but I've read that there are reliable springs at Batavia Kill and Dutcher Notch. My sources are a couple years old so just wanted to double check before heading out. Also, I read the shelter at Batavia Kill was demolished but haven't been able to find if it was replaced or not. Any other escarpment trail tips would be appreciated. Thank you

Re: Question on water sources/camping on the escarpment trail

Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2018 6:49 am
by dundee
I can only speak about Dutcher. There is a water source, mostly reliable, east of the notch about 1/2 mile. You can't camp at the trail jct., although it looks like some folks do. Just go 150' back in the woods.

Re: Question on water sources/camping on the escarpment trail

Posted: Thu Sep 06, 2018 9:31 am
by kevinb123
ok thanks!