Ponkapoag Camp of Appalachian Mountain Club
Ponkapoag Camp of Appalachian Mountain Club, Historical outdoor camp in Blue Hills Reservation, Massachusetts, US.
The camp extends across the northeastern shore of Ponkapoag Pond, featuring rustic cabins and tent platforms within a 7,000-acre natural area.
Established in 1921, the camp began with a main building and 29 tents, registering over 1,100 visitors during its first four months of operation.
The Appalachian Mountain Club operates this facility to connect Greater Boston residents with nature through structured outdoor experiences and environmental education programs.
Visitors can reserve cabins through the camp website and participate in activities including swimming, fishing, canoeing, and winter skating on Ponkapoag Pond.
The camp maintains its original location where members once had to transport equipment across the pond by rowboat before proper access roads were constructed.
Location: Massachusetts
Inception: January 1, 1920
Operator: Appalachian Mountain Club
Website: https://ponkapoagcamp.org
GPS coordinates: 42.19311,-71.08657
Latest update: November 3, 2025 13:24
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