Dutch Doctor Shelter, located in Southfields, NY 10975, offers a convenient camping experience for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. As a part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, this shelter provides a base for exploring the surrounding trails and natural areas.
According to customer reviews, the location is appreciated for its proximity to Tuxedo and Sloatsburg train stations, making it accessible for those arriving via public transportation. The trail to the shelter is described as a "fun and easy trail/hike from the road, about 45 minutes."
Water availability varies seasonally. A shallow creek serves as a water source in fall, winter, and spring, but it typically dries up in the summer. Campers are advised to carry water or plan to purify water from Lake Sebago during the summer months.
Wildlife awareness is essential. Reviews note "bear activity around the shelter," emphasizing the need to hang food properly. Insect repellent is recommended year-round, except in winter.
While the shelter may not offer "the greatest of views or anything really special about it," it provides ample space for camping. However, it can become "a little crowded on the weekends."
Dutch Doctor Shelter offers a basic camping experience, prioritizing accessibility and functionality for hikers and campers exploring the area. Be prepared for varying water conditions and wildlife encounters, and plan accordingly.
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Tent sites
Good for kids
Love the place. Have spent more than 20 nights there due to proximity to Tuxedo and Sloatsburg train stations. Shallow creek for water in fall, winter, and spring, it dries up in summer so you'll need to carry water in or purify at Lake Sebago. Hang your food, there has been bear activity around the shelter. Insect repellent is a must in all seasons but winter.
Fun and easy trail/hike from the road, about 45 minutes. Not the greatest of views or anything really special about it. It offers plenty of space to camp around but also, it gets a little crowed on the weekends.
Oh goodness. As of June 2021, the shelter is infested with a MASSIVE ant colony. Took over the whole thing. I wouldn't sleep in there unless you had absolutely no alternatives. Other than that, the view isn't great, and spots can be limited. Very rocky, but that's expected. Not terrible, the surrounding area is nice enough and campable, but man I've never had to turn down an empty shelter before. Turns out it was empty because every group that passed by came to the same conclusion.
Great location near lots of streams and places to find water. If you go in mid winter however, the water is mostly all frozen.
Great spot to camp quite a few sites right around the shelter.