Dawley Pond Shelter (Lean-to)

This shelter is located on the Pachaug Trail at Great Meadow Brook Pond. This shelters seems to be heavily visited by locals and was not in the best repair when we stayed there. The site was littered but was easy to clean up.
The view and sound, being next to the pond, were fantastic. I don’t know if there are many camping spots that rival it. Remember to bring your bug spray!
The pond should provide a year round water source but as always be sure to boil or filter your collected water.


GPSR coordinates are degrees minutes seconds.
Coordinates: N 41° 37′ 16.6″ W 71° 48′ 55.4″

Deep provided Map

Length of stay: 1 day
Requirements: Reservation made with Deep 2 weeks in advance.
Forms: PDF and Word .doc

Fire Allowed in Rings Shelter Provided Shelter Provided Fishing in the area
No Pets allowed in the backpacking campsites Use insect repellent Hunting in the area Watch for snakes
  • Dawley Pond Shelter front
  • Dawley Pond Shelter approach
  • Dawley Pond Shelter Meadow Brook Shelter
  • Dawley Pond Shelter fire ring
  • Dawley Pond Shelter fire ring

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