Kid Gore Shelter
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Forest
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Activities
HikingLandscape
Forest
Getting there
US
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- Campfires
- Allowed
From Campflare · checked 15 Mar 2026
About this campground
Kid Gore Shelter is a remote backcountry lean-to shelter situated in the Green Mountain National Forest along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and coincident Long Trail. Built in 1971 by Connecticut Section volunteers and Camp Najerog alumni, the log shelter honors Harold M. "Kid" Gore, who operated Camp Najerog. The shelter accommodates 8 hikers with four bunks and includes a table inside, offering scenic views of Somerset Reservoir. Accessible only by hiking approximately 15 miles north on the Appalachian Trail from Route 9 in Bennington, this backcountry site is designed for long-distance hikers and experienced backpackers. The shelter is maintained by the Green Mountain Club and U.S.
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Forest Service. Amenities include a composting privy, bear box for food storage, and nearby tenting sites at Caughnawaga (which can accommodate up to 12 campers). Water sources include a spring 30 feet north of the shelter that can be unreliable, and a more reliable brook to the north on the trail in Glen Haven. All water should be treated or filtered before use. The shelter operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees or advance reservations. Winter visitors should be prepared for snow, cold conditions, and challenging access. The site is part of Vermont's extensive trail system and sees use from both Appalachian Trail and Long Trail through-hikers.
From Campflare · checked 15 Mar 2026
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