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Waterloo The Pines Campground

The Pines is a rustic, hike-in backpacker-only campground with 5 tent sites located along the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail in Waterloo Recreation Area.

Each site includes a picnic table and vault toilet, with water available approximately half a mile away at the horse stables (seasonal, May-September).

Access is via a 10-15 minute hike from the Baldwin Road trailhead parking area, and advance reservations are required ($20 online or $12 day-of).


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