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Overall Rating 3 1/2 FDL
Type of Site Leanto and Tent Site  
Easy to find? Not really You have to know where you are going, ask the ranger at check-in if you have problems. 
Capacity Small tent site and 6 leantos This is really 2 sites near each other.  One tent site and one leanto site.  The leantos sleep 4 big fat scouters.
Can you drive to it? Yes Plenty of room for cars.  No problem for an Italian Troop from The Bronx.
Water Artiesian well right at the Site The water does not need to be purified.  It has a very mineraly taste, like sulfer.  Most Scouts find it repulsive.  The water is tested regularly, and is safe. 
Latrine 10 steps to the pit latrine. May need cleaning, but generally in good repair.
Biggest Advantage Right on the shore of one of the eddies of the Delaware River.  All leantos face the river. All leantos face the river.
Secondary Advantage Off public dirt road near it's end. This generally keeps day hikers and yuppies away, very secluded.
Primary Disadvantage The smell of the water I really can't stress this enough, the water smells terrible, but makes great coffee.  Even if you boil the water, it still stinks.
Secondary disadvantage The road to the site   The road is VERY rough.  Sedans will bottom out.  We call this road the "Widow maker".
Bonus Disadvantage The site is right below, and near a freight train trestle. It is very interesting and a safe distance away.  Occasionally however, a 100+ car freight train will go over the trestle making the ground shake and waking you at 4:30 AM.

For info on reserving this site, check out the GNYC Council Website.