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Trap Pond State Park's campground has 142 total campsites including 130 with water and electric hookups, 10 primitive walk-in tent sites, and 2 primitive areas available only for youth groups. 8 camping cabins and 2 yurts are also available for rent. Campsites with electric and water are open
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is a wetland tree adapted to areas of calm, shallow standing water. Trap Pond State Park is the northernmost park in North
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