Just wondering if anyones got any info about this spot. Is it still there and useable for a nights stay? Any water there? I’m planning on a quick overnihgt from U.S. 2 to Lincoln Gap and looking at this as my overnighter. I know some of the older “camps/cabins” sometimes have been removed and I’ve got an older LT guide.
Thanks!
A-Train
Yes, it is still there. They redid the roof a few years ago so it no longer leaks on you in a rainstorm (been there when it did leak). Water is available in a small brook near the shelter. This year, the water has been good on most parts of the LT, so I expect it will not be a problem. If, by some slim chance, the stream IS dry, take the blue blazed side trail (right in front of the shelter) down about 1/4 mile and you will cross a bigger brook which should be running good. Oh yes, since you are going southbound, you will come to Cowles Cove shelter, about 3 miles before Birch Glen Camp. It has a nice brook to fill up in. The 3 miles is not a bad hike (save for the first mile from Cowles Cove), so carrying water in for the night won’t be an issue (but you probably will not need to be concerned).
WoodBadge
Definately hoof it to birch glen over cowles cove. the Glen is so much prettier and is much more unique. cowles cove is the simple three wall design, no frills, 60-70s style shelter. Birch Glen has a nice railed in porchway, door, picnic table and the bunks are much more protected.
hope it helps
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