AboutWounded Knee Expertise I can advise on anything having to do with hiking and backpacking skills and equipment, including map and compass and orienteering skills. I cannot advise on the use of GPS devices. I cannot advise on car camping or group camping (10 or more people). My primary geographic expertise is in the US Northeast, but I know how to find information on hiking and backpacking just about anywhere.
Experience I've been hiking and backpacking for about 40 years, including ongoing section hiking of the Appalachian Trail (almost 1300 miles so far). I have hiked extensively in the New York Metropolitan Area, as well as various other areas from Virginia north, including upstate New York, New England, and Eastern Canada.
Publications New York Walk Book, 7th Ed. New Jersey Walk Book, 2nd Ed.
Education/Credentials Not applicable to this area of expertise.
Question Hello,
I am looking for a secluded, wilderness-y place to tent camp within a few hours from either Philadelphia, PA, or Long Island, NY (where my friend lives.) I've been looking online but I don't really trust websites to convey the atmosphere of a place to camp. Is there a place you could suggest with a private feel and beautiful scenery? Thanks!
Answer I need some clarification on your question. When you say "tent camp", do you mean someplace that you would drive to and set up camp? Like a campground environment? Or do you mean someplace that you'd hike some distance into from a parking area? If we're looking at the first option, then I can't really help you, since I don't do that kind of camping. If we're talking about the second option -- backpacking to a particular site -- I'll still need a bit more information, like the distance that you and your friend feel able to hike to get to your campsite.
